FOUNDATION REPAIR (Part 26) Mike Haduck

I repair and paint a old block foundation, All my videos are my ways and ideas, I always suggest anyone doing any type of work to consult professional help.
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[@tp5337]

Mike, you make it look so easy and you are a great teacher, you can't ask for more than that. Thanks for the excellent video. TP

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks TP, Mike

[@joanneaurica3189]

Mike, you are the "Mortar motivational coach," the "Stone psychologist," the "Teacher of tools!" Clear, concise, encouraging, and, unfailingly, a Master Mason. Thank you for sharing your talents and tips with those of us who are quaking in our boots as we mix materials for the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd time and try to get something looking at least 75% as good as yours. Cheers! God bless.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Joanne, God bless, Mike

[@jpmoench21]

I love Mike's videos. He's inspired me and given me the confidence to do minor repairs on 2 different houses that I've owned. Thanks Mike!

[@markiobook8639]

"Just gotta do it, no need to make a project out of it, it's no big deal" master mason Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks jp, Mike

[@guillermojacques6671]

Old job still looks like new. No matter how many of your videos I watch I learn something new from each one. Thanks for the effort and expertise you put into your videos Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Gill, Mike

[@russellgilson4072]

I appreciate watching you work, my father in law was a excellent mason for 60 years! Lots of time spent as a mason tender over the years, more mud on the board!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks russel,, I hear you, Mike

[@SOFISINTOWN]

I know it's not as easy as it looks! You are a master tradesman Mike, thank you for teaching us!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Sofi, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@jerrysmith9780]

I not only learn a ton from you, you are also fun to watch. Great personality for teaching. Thanks man!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again Jerry, Mike

[@rick7972]

Greatest and most LIKABLE KZbinr of all time-Mike Haduck!!👍👍🥇🥇🥇

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Rick, Mike

[@jrashe21]

Your videos are fantastic, Mike. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike

[@hanslund308]

I have a very big old barn and a big 200 year old house. That means it is plenty of foundation work, cause no one has done anything after ww2 on these foundation walls. Everytime i feel like not doing anything about it or that some expensive pros should do the work , i just watch a video of this guy. Gets me going everytime.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Hans. I have playlist on repointing stonework and stone foundation repair, that might help, thanks Mike

[@hanslund308]

@@MikeHaduck I have watched almost all and they really do help. Unlike others you make it look possible for beginners and not overwhelming.

[@hanslund308]

@@markiobook8639 Northern part of norway, so Mikes videos suits very nice for our climate.

[@Brian-Burke]

Incredible job, Mike. Wow.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Brian, Mike

[@user-bz3gh2od7z]

When you wet your brick before the mortar, it makes for superior adhesion. This is highly recomended. A must in my book.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks for the comment, Mike

[@jrsxcase]

Watching your videos has gave me the knowledge and courage to repair the interior and exterior of my cobblestone basement saving me over ten grand. Thank you Mike!

[@closertothetruth9209]

its hard work sometimes but i saved heaps of money too learning from people like Mike. this is the part i like about social media the rest not so much.

[@tdizzle2179]

i agree i repaired and refinished a 2 story chimney on my home using knowledge i gained from watching Mike you cant put a price on what he teaches Bravo mike saving tbe world 1 trowel at a time 👍👌🎂

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jr, Mike

[@mejustme474]

I didn’t know Harrison Ford did stone Masonry ❤ Looking Great Mike! Always make it seem so simple.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mejustme,, Mike

[@SeattleDonna206]

I love and appreciate your videos! I was able to waterproof my foundation by watching your videos n Tips.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Donna, Mike

[@migvinu8620]

Always learn something new from Mike and School of hard knocks.

[@markiobook8639]

Much better than my university.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mig, Mike

[@russellgilson4072]

Not a big deal, words of a craftsmen that is really good at his trade! Experience is reflected in every move!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Russell, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@darrellpierce3757]

Good job Mike,the porch looked excellent...I been doing masonry restoration for about 30 years and I would of done that corner the same way you did,,,,waiting for the next video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Darrel, Mike

[@craigbarnekow5886]

Been watching you for years. Absolute pleasure watching you work. Your a Master. I agree, the world needs more Mike Haducks!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Craig, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@T.E.P..]

The final breakdown on the back of the truck in all the vids is my favorite .... it's incredible how much education and experience you give to all of us. Thanks always Mike for also responding as much as you can to your viewers.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks TEP, Mike

[@julietphillips1991]

Thanks for making me feel good today. When I finally get around to doing my "no big deal" project, I'm gonna have your spirit with me every step of the way!

[@markiobook8639]

I agree, Mike's a gem. He's very good at explaining difficult things in an easy to understand manner and building up confidence.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks juliet, I am sure you will do fine, thanks Mike

[@tireiron7500]

I grew up being a hod tender for my dads mason company all the way through high school before I went into the Army. He was a full time teacher / school counselor and during the summer we and weekends did brick work. You learn a lot doing brick and masonry, I'll share with you my first lesson. At the tender age of about 7 my mom dropped me off at the job site along with dads lunch. My task was to pick up all the broken brick from around the house and dump the bucket where they would pour concrete for the porch and steps. The first lesson I learned, don't fill the bucket with brick....I couldn't lift it let alone move it. My dad passed away from cancer last year and watching your videos brings back many memory's and life lessons I learned working with him. Thank you...

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate hearing those stories of the old days, Mik

[@rogercarroll1663]

Nice to see another video by the doctor of fixology. Thanks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Roger, Mike

[@thomasmarkie3710]

Love watching you work Not a glove or mess

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Thomas, Mike

[@shane250]

It's so refreshing to finally see someone doing something without trying to make it sound like it's brain surgery. Sometimes a skill is more important than the science behind it. After 3-4 screwups (out of 7-8 contractors I hired in my lifetime), I embraced the same thought as you..."it's simple, anyone can do it". I started by fixing a huge drywall hole in the corner of my room, then replaced faucets and other minor things, eventually, after slowly seeing that my repairs are better than the people I hired, I did my own flat roof, assembled a new kitchen, did a paver patio, concrete repair, glass shower doors, chain link fence, and glass railings around the pool. It has been 4 years, and the things I did myself are holding up better than what was done in the house 2 years earlier. The only things I'm afraid to tackle are the front doors (double door with a large tramsome), and tiling (because if I screw something up, it's all trash, and hard to remove).

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Shane, I like you determination and attitude, keep it up, Mike

[@lorifromthed8379]

Thanks Mike I really appreciate your videos as an older woman trying to do it myself you give detailed information and show step by step thanks so much

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Lori, Mike

[@ktmcc4360]

Master craftsman. Mike is the Eastern star.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@hurtmeLOVEmonkey]

I am so grateful you have made all these videos and I found you ! You have taken so much stress off my nightmares of repairs to my old house ! Thank you so much ! Now my nightmare's are " no big deal" 🙂

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ,Mike

[@BoZn8r]

You make that look easy Mike lol I can never get the mortar just right lol. Great job!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@jamesg5879]

Good to see you back Mike👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks James, Mike

[@michaelbrideau6713]

In my mind at work I tell my self aint no big deal just get it done. Then before I know it i am clocking out.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Michael, Mike

[@larry323]

Another great video Mike!!!! It looked like it was pretty hot out when you did that job.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Larry, Mike

[@gypsydildopunks7083]

Thanks again, Mike. You're the best.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Gypsy, Mike

[@kennethromeo7711]

Great Job!!!! Always Enjoy Watching Your Work!!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Kenneth, Mike

[@roccoconte2960]

Another great job Mike, you make it look easy

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Rocco, Mike

[@geodezix]

Mike Haduck, the king of koncrete! love your videos!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks geo, Mike

[@peterfitzgerald2208]

Thanks for the video Mike, the job came out great!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Peter, Mike

[@jimcramer9656]

Foundation videos are some of my favorite you do!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, Mike

[@user-pm5ik7qf4d]

Nice job Mike. Super helpful comments

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks user, Mike

[@JimVincitore]

When I patched up my father's 120 year old foundation, just small patches between the block with regular mortar, I painted it with green semi-gloss I think the same day, or very soon. Seems OK, lasted another twenty years so far. I'll follow your direction next time though!

[@markiobook8639]

well done. In all seriousness starting is half the trouble and I'm really glad for you you've done something that you can be proud of for you dear Dad. Bravo Jim.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, Mike

[@StoneUFO]

always great content, thanks mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@JimVincitore]

Great video! Very cool! LOVE IT! FUN TO WATCH!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, Mike

[@josephrottina1901]

You do awesome work MIKE.👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Joseph, Mike

[@LarryBuysNotes]

Love your videos Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Larry, Mike

[@suzanneburke4330]

Find your videos informative and fun. Thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Suzanne, Mike

[@phillydog17]

Really enjoyed this.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks philly, Mike

[@mattevans3637]

Good job Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Matt, Mike

[@GalenCop9]

I have quite a few spots on my foundation that need some repair. Thanks for posting, I can definitely fix these myself after watching.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Galen, Mike

[@DAS-Videos]

You make it look so easy.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Das, Mike

[@anthonygiardino4245]

Hi Mike! Great video as usual!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Anthony, Mike

[@BlackMan614]

Great job as usual. I've used that Loxon paint on mortar and cinder blocks and it had great adhesion. Painting masonry is a work-out.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@denisconor648]

Great stuff mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Denis, Mike

[@wisconsinwoodsman1987]

I would love to see a video on how you cleanup during and after a job. Talking about the equipment, the job site, concrete disposal, mortar disposal, the whole enchilada. Blessings...I love my shirt 🙂

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Wisconsin, it's not a bad idea, I will put it on my list, thanks for buying the shirt, Mike

[@erikhicks07]

Appreciate the effort you put into these videos, Mike. I used to think stone structures and masonry in general was stupid but now I'm fascinated by it all. Considering the earth is mostly rock, it's essential knowledge. Really helpful for our foundation work and so forth. MUCH THANKS :) God bless.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Eric, I appreciate it, God bless Mike

[@ismellbullpoop9898]

your the man Mikey! good energy good love the strongest energy in the world thanks for helping HUMANITY! ILL BE IN TOUCH!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@dm747]

Mike the work you did on the front of the house looked like a work of art. I have seen too many other stone facings, done by others, that looked faked and not natural like yours does. There are mechanical skills to these things but also there is artistic skill that takes the repair to the next level and you my friend have mastered both.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words, Thanks Mike

[@jesseison-bowman3964]

Nice job Mike. You always make it look fun and easy but that patch job would've taken the average Joe Schmoe that hasn't graduated from the MHSOHK a whole weekend and about 5 trips to the hardware store!!! Haha. Ask me how I know LOL. Thanks Mike. Great video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jesse, Mike

[@luisfernando-mm3jt]

Nice work

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Luis, Mike

[@raymondhoguelll2044]

Simply the best Thank you sir

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Raymond, Mike

[@AlloyedFrequencies]

Thank you so much sir 🙏

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@Derpherppington]

Good to learn new things

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@arthur-ri4zo]

On every video Mike says "NO BIG DEAL".

[@arthur-ri4zo]

NO BIG DEAL ...

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Arthur, Mike

[@arthur-ri4zo]

@@MikeHaduck No big deal. LOL

[@davidlovera2879]

Quality patch up job, with Fabulous* looking* end results.. Once again, very nicely done Mike*.. Nice color contrast for that great job.. Always enjoy watching your videos..💯👍👍👌🎥🎬💖💞😊🥰⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐💎💎💎💎💎✝️☮️🇺🇸

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks David, Mike

[@terrygreen2243]

Hellow ! Mr Haduck , I have been doing some tile work , and a thought came across my mind !...Try putting some Mapei tile morter in a mix of concrete and you mite have a stickie enough batch to do a thin concrete patch ! that will last ! It mite even be cheeper then that bottle stuff ! ....Just a thought !

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Terry, I appreciate it, Mike

[@peaceandfreedomeconomics8984]

I'm on vacation watching this.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks. Mike

[@johnkeller9448]

Thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks John, Mike

[@VenturaIT]

Fun to watch.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ventura, Mike

[@anthonywall5227]

Thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Anthony, Mike

[@dangates3022]

thx mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dan, Mike

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍.Thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ,Mike

[@suep4530]

interesting...looked good.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Sue, Mike

[@dukeman7595]

That ledge sticking out, will it cause water to lay and get underneath? As always you teach us fantastic tips.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Duke actually there was masonry behind that siding, Mike

[@VerdictsDC]

Hey Mike, I recently found your channel and I'm loving your videos. I moved to PA about a year ago and just the other day applied to apprentice with the union in Philly. Anyone/anywhere else you would recommend apprenticing with for more of the 'old school' type masonry?

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@troyweyerstrass7312]

Great video!!! John, the only question I have is would I have to expose a course or two below ground level when parging? I seriously made a much bigger deal of my simple repair job and watching you simplified it for me. You’re a blessing!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, everything depends on the foundation, I usually dig down about six inches and I will know after that what to do, I got a video out called "basement water problem solutions" Mike haduck, that might help if you are having water issues, thanks Mike

[@troyweyerstrass7312]

@@MikeHaduck thank you! It’s not bad, foundation is a little rough but not bad. I just need to tuck point what needs attention. Thanks for the reply!

[@markiobook8639]

Excellent work there Mike. Got a problem just like it. You've given me confidence to fix it. When are those aliens going to show up and help you fix all this stuff- did you scare them off with your hate crime threat?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Mark, I can't find any, they went back to their own planet, lol, Mike

[@markiobook8639]

@@MikeHaduck ROFL them aliens seem as wily as coyotes

[@robertbeckler5058]

Groovy

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Robert, far out, lol, Mike

[@draxofthenorth4649]

Just recently found your channel. Great informative and fascinating to watch. Would mixing quick Crete into a paint work as well as the Portland cement?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi drax. I only use Portland, others don't seem to bond as good , thanks Mike

[@stevebaron9938]

Mike, love your videos! I had a question to ask you. I am in process of making my own tiles for my patio. These tiles are to resemble real stones which are roll stamped individually. Just to mimic the real stone look, I didn’t want to use regular concrete mix as the gravel could get exposed. I live in Maryland. What would you recommend using for this project? Thank a lot. Looking forward to hear back from you. Steve.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Steve. I would think real stone would be cheaper, and better, I have a whole playlist on ," stone patio installation " Mike haduck sometimes you don't even need cement they could be laid in pea gravel, thanks Mike

[@saviotoronto358]

nice

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@oldmango8606]

yes, I will see you next video also. stay well

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@Traderjoe]

I have a question about that wall near the corner. It had a flat top on it. Will that be ok over the long haul? Will snow and water pool on it and cause problems? I always wonder about that. Thanks, Joe

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Joe, there was actually masonry behind that siding, Mike

[@directapprec]

Mike, love your channel. What do you think of the workability of the eco-friendly Portland-Limestone Type IL cement? Its manufacture has 15% lower CO2 emissions.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi ,I seen it here in Florida but I haven't used it yet, thanks Mike

[@agent4127]

You make it look easy. I'm thinking about parging my cinder block foundation wall. What mix do you recommend? I'm in Pittsburgh, so you know how our weather is. Is 2 sand to 1 Portland good enough? No S mortar? I know you say the lime is not good for our area. Thanks Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi agent, I cant say unless I was there to see it, I would think it's similar weather but every job is a bit different, and I use diffrent mixes, I hope it helps, Mike

[@oldsteamguy]

super

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks oldsteamguy,,, Mike

[@elchulo950]

Hi Mike, I love your videos. I’d like to know if it’s ok to use type s mortar instead of Portland. I live in Ontario Canada so it does get pretty cold in the winter. I’ve used pargin mix from the depot store but it only lasts a year and it starts failing. I also do stone patios like the one you showed first. And I’m curious if using type s mortar Wud be any good. I’d appreciate your advice. Tnx

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, I would watch a bunch of those videos I made on foundation repair because I use different products on different jobs, some old school ans some fast setting ,etc, then do a little experimenting and see what works in your case, thanks Mike

[@elchulo950]

@@MikeHaduck thank you !

[@williamzanghettijr5862]

Great video Mike as always. When you were describing your mix, what did you mean by mortar? Is it the premix mortar you buy at the store?. Thanks

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi William, many times I make my own mixes, and I show what I use throughout the series, sometimes I think the premixes are ok, thanks Mike

[@mikeheath5610]

Hey Mike. How do you get your mortar so smooth and sticky. I usually use the Quikrete S mortar from Home Depot and I can’t get it to work like that.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Mike, I usually make my own mixes or add a little motar or potland to the premixes, but a lot of premix sand is too grainy, thanks Mike

[@deanjones7220]

Hi Mike, Always a pleasure to watch your videos. I hope that you're enjoying some rest and relaxation. I had a quick question about your bonding agent, Will it work on a foundation wall that has already been painted? I would like to plaster and paint it like you did in this video. I used it once on a non-painted block foundation wall and it turned out beautiful! Thanks in advance! God bless you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Dean. In other parts of the foundation repair videos I have done that, check them out, and just painted over it again, thanks Mike

[@deanjones7220]

@@MikeHaduck Thank you!!

[@LucretiaVanPelt]

Would you recommend a temperature range in which to repair foundation like you're doing in this video. Thank you so much!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Luere,, My rule of thumb is" as long as it's not going to be freezing for a few days, " that would be the big one, thanks Mike

[@shawnsummey3804]

Hey Mike, do you think that plaster/ mortar mix would be appropriate in the greater Boston area ?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Shawn, I would think it is similar to my area, thanks Mike

[@MaDGriZz78]

Great work, what bonding agent do you use?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, every situation is a bit different, sometimes I make my old school or sometimes I add a bonding agent, I show what I used in each of my " foundation repair videos" every situation is a bit different, thanks Mike

[@philiplawson5699]

Nice job! What's the best masonry paint to use. Looks like you used something made by Sherwin Williams .

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Philip, I just get a good masonry/stucco paint, whatever they reccomend, thanks mike

[@Laguna2013]

Hi Mike, This is great. I have a somewhat similar project. I am in the Northeast and have a boathouse held up by 4 massive concrete pilings. Picture a pyramid with the top lopped off. Well they lower the lake every 5 years for repairs. The wave action has eroded two of these on the outward facing side maybe eaten up 6 in (they are 4 foot across). What mix should I buy to build up and repair and what should my approach be? Build up gradually over multiple days? Make a form? Thanks so much! I dont want to make a big deal about it. Just want to do it myself! Thanks!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Laguna, I would watch my playlist on concrete patches, Mike haduck, plus these foundation repair videos, all my techniques and what I use are there, thanks ,Mike

[@Laguna2013]

Thanks for the reply. So same mix and process for pillars that will be submerged when water level rises again? Appreciate it!@@MikeHaduck

[@billiamc1969]

Mike is 1 of the last honest contractors walking the planet...most other contractors would BS the client as to how it was going to "increase" the price of the dwelling by spending 10s of thousands for unnecessary repairs for a return of $2k...I admire Mike for that

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bill, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@jacobhillanbrand7988]

Great job mike . You still gonna be doing concrete work down Florida or you done with it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Jacob, I got some small projects going on, thanks Mike

[@Tmmd75]

No big deal when you know what you're doing

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tmmd, Mike

[@ranger178]

that seems like somebody built foundation a bit too large so water running down house is going to run into the block and break it down.

[@gibsonbuilds4841]

Yep. Those bottom "j" channels to close off the bottom of the siding end behind the corner post....and dump all the rain water right on top of the corner foundation. Oh well...

[@MikeHaduck]

It was a old house ,that's the way they built it, Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

The siding actually covered masonry above it, Mike

[@abymarcos]

Mike, how do you fill in holes in structural hollow clay tiles? I have them on the wall connecting my twin home to my neighbor's. I can put my fist through some of them.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, I can't say unless I was there to see it, thanks Mike

[@simonpolk4774]

mike what were u useing as a bonding agent with the brush ?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Simon, I usually just mix Portland with water. And sometimes I might add a little quikrete glue bonding agent to that, everything depends, thanks Mike

[@jasonmoore9268]

At 7:47 Mike uses his "old school bonding agent." I assume he is painting with a wet portland cement mixture?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Jason, yes, portland and water sometimes I add a little bonding agent too it, Mike