MASONRY (RULES OF THUMB) Mike Haduck

[@peaceandfreedomeconomics8984]

I like how Mike takes on the critics. That poor mans portland binding agent is genius. Ive used it and it works.

[@chadcornell2251]

I agree. Used it many times. Never failed me

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks peaceandfree, Mike

[@maxmboothe1957]

Has worked for me as well

[@BillLowenburg]

I don’t need no glue in a bottle…Portland painted on after you wet it (“you gotta wet it or it won’t stick”) works just fine.🙈

[@kenwall8495]

People that work with their hands know there is no replacement for experience. Thanks for the great video.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ken,, Mike

[@KyBrancaccio]

Hi Mike, I too am a Mechanical Engineer. First generation American, Son of a master Carpenter. I happen to be a design engineer. I will always rely on the Wisdom of a tradesman before trusting a new unproven method. I have seen far too many other design engineers try something that made theoretical sense but did not pan out for the long run. I have always used tried and true components in sub-assemblies before reinventing the wheel. That approach has allowed me to have half the return rates compared to other engineer's products. Often, there is unknown Wisdom in tried and true methods. Thank you Mike for all of the different forms of entertainment you provide on your channels. Salute Amico!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Amico,, I appreciate the input,, Mike

[@glennirwin4710]

Experience is always always the best teacher.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Glenn, Mike

[@Kathleen253]

You're right Mike, if it ain't broke don't fix it. You're very gracious, brother Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Kathleen,, Mike

[@KurtisHord]

It is incredibly broken since the beginning of the 1800s. If you work on restoring older buildings you know this deeply . Bonds of real property and landmarks that last generations have Honesty. Man made wartime materials and colonizer practices of building have no place in the reality of long time

[@GroberWeisenstein]

​@@KurtisHordyou sound very immature and I seriously doubt the integrity of your work, if any. Maybe you are just drunk and sounding off ?

[@KurtisHord]

@@GroberWeisenstein hello Grober my work is documented and recorded, so there’s no need to wonder…. We are the only people for 3 years running to order quicklime and slake in place. According to Nigel, Robyn Pender, and Peter ward this is the method for all historic and permanent masonry: hot mixing quicklime with washed earth.

[@GroberWeisenstein]

@@KurtisHord child's play for granite masons

[@roccobierman4985]

I appreciate Mike talking about the Italians, Ruskies and Irish all trying their old world techniques in a new area and it not working. You gotta go with what works in the part of the world you're currently in.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Rocco, very true,, Mike

[@paulbowman7180]

Rule of thumb, ignore those who are trolling your videos. Your videos are very informative and professional.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Paul, Mike

[@paulbowman7180]

Trolling in internet terms is when someone surfs the web and makes comments to upset someone. An intentional act . Keep up the good work, I enjoy your videos.

[@Fireball9394]

I’ve been around masonry 52 years and have learned a lot from some of your tricks of the trade and using them as I write this. The encouragement of the saying you have “Ain’t no big deal” says it all!! Lol! One bad egg to a dozen good ones!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks fireball, I appreciate it, Mike

[@CanesTech]

Mr Haduck -- you are a national treasure -- keep passing on your amazing knowledge. 😊

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Canes, i appreciate the kind words,, thanks Mike

[@PaddleDogC5]

@@CanesTech Let's not bury Mike yet. 😆 🙏

[@SilvasSmallMining]

Regardless of what any “no experience expert” has to say or comment about you, You Are the real world expert to me. I’ve commented before and I’ll comment again, you are a mentor to me. I’ve learned a lot from you and have applied what I learned in real world conditions. I have seen the results for myself. Having done it like the “experts” say and doing it like you’ve shown, I can say Your method works best in my climate. “If it anit broke, don’t fix it!” Thank you again Mike! You are doing God’s work. God Bless you sir. Take care.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Silvas, I appreciate the kind words, Godbless,, Mike

[@viking1372]

Words of wisdom from a man and family with about 100 years experience. I learned more in 15 min. than anyone could have taught me in a year! Thanks Mike, your a great teacher.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks viking,, Mike

[@mysterion4301]

You rock Brother ... Mike, I'm 70 years old and made enough as a contractor to go back to earn a PhD and get through law school in my 40s and early 50s. I still put on the bags from time to time and I'm still forming, pouring and finishing concrete and building block fences for my friends and family as a way to keep active. I have 6 grandsons I'm trying to pass some of this on to. I've been watching you since you first put up the channel, and if it ain't broke and it still works fine, even an overeducated old man like me sticks with it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi mysterion,, If I had to do it all over again I would have gone and finished law school, one of my regrets, now the classes are on youtube, anyway glad to hear a educated man understands masonry, I appreciate it, thanks Mike

[@jmstew642]

Mike, I have a trowel and paint brush for concrete because of you... Have done many repairs now... always wet it first, lol, then use the poor man's bonding agent... Works beautifully! Thank you sir, personally..!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks jmstew, I appreciate it, Mike

[@cardo1111]

This man is a humble highly skilled tradesman/modern day artisan. I'm always amazed how people who are either experts/knowledgeable in other fields (The Dunning-Kruger Effect) or just arm chair experts who feel compelled to put in their .02 cents and assume they know more or a better way of doing things than tried and true methods of someone who has been successfully working the trade for decades.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks cardo,, Mike

[@migvinu8620]

Education is important but i take someone like you Mike with years of experience in Masonry any day. Why i come back and watch your videos when i havent done masonry job in like 6 years. Enjoy Traveling and Florida mister no big deal!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks migvinu,, Mike

[@Josh-rn1ii]

Mike, your opinions work for me and my family up here in NH. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Josh, Mike

[@boomersD9CAT]

These engineers are too book smart for their own good. Years ago I was involved with a project where the *Engineer* insisted that we use rust proofed rebar (green coating on it) I pushed back on this idea because it was a last minute request, and he didn’t need it. We ended up completing the project, and there hasn’t been any problems in over 25 years. Thanks for the video Mike ! 👏👏

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks boomers,,, Mike

[@boomersD9CAT]

You’re welcome Mike ! I operated a Gunite & Concrete wall/vinyl liner pool construction business for 30 years (a division of the contracting firm I co-owned) I’m not saying this is the case with all engineer’s, but some of them could be very difficult to build pools for. Great response ! *Rules of Thumb* methodology is based on common sense, and years of experience ! #sunbelt #frostbelt

[@PaddleDogC5]

@@boomersD9CAT epoxy coating on rebar can't hurt only help. 25 years is not really that long for masonry or road slabs. Everything in NYS bridges has to be epoxy coated now.

[@boomersD9CAT]

@@PaddleDogC5 No doubt, especially when road salt/ice melting agents are used. I contracted the project specifying #5 rebar overlapping 12” and tied 12” x 12” grid. This guy wanted me to remove, and replace the rebar a day or so ago before I was set to pour. Back then, this coated rebar was special order, and the coating couldn’t be applied on site.

[@workingshlub8861]

people love to be keyboard experts.....mike and guys like him are a dying breed and any knowledge passed down is gold in my opinion.....ive learned alot

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks workingshlub,, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@glidercoach]

Mike, your videos have given me the confidence to do this work. I bought a homestead in Sicily and now I'm pouring concrete and laying bricks. Each job is progressively getting bigger. No big deal! I'm a gymnastics coach. As far from being a mason as you can be.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi glider,, I appreciate hearing that, thanks Mike

[@ILikeFreedomYo]

Hey when you are the steward of the time and resources God gives you then sometimes your scope of work is to restore a cathedral to its original state for a million dollar contract and other times it's plugging up a foundation for someone that can only pay in peanut butter and jelly. I think you are a good man for taking those pbj jobs. And it shows your priorities. Your reaction to the critical comment also shows your priorities. You are awesome.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ilikefreedom,, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@ptonpc]

All good tips.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ptonpc,, Mike

[@bobnoble9442]

I greatly appreciate you showing the old-school ways. Knowing the different ways shows a progression of the methods and materials of why some things work and why others don't. I watch your videos all the time & make mortar castings (statuary) as a hobby now. It's a lot of fun! Thank you.

[@KurtisHord]

@@bobnoble9442 there’s nothing “old school” about what Mike “teaches.” For that you need to watch Nigel copsey or go to colonial Williamsburg when we are making brick

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks bob,, Mike

[@steelcitycaprice.899]

👍🏼😎 I respect the question and response and that's what this is all about. I'm totally new to Mason work but because of this channel I've been able to do repairs around my home which is very old. A mixture of stone and cinder blocks and used to house railroad workers. Slate or asbestos siding....well it's been a mild nightmare. When I started the foundation repair I found that Mike's way of material use was great and something I can accomplish. While at the improvement center what he stated about usage in my area ( western Pennsylvania) came to mind and I realized I had concrete mix and mortar but no Portland. I was repairing the coal opening that these old houses had built into the porch foundation. Well it gets the snow ,rain and prone to floods. So I mixed Portland and sand and very pleased so far. Great information provided by mike 👍🏼🏁🏁🏁

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks steelcity,, Mike

[@atlantisconservationvictor4072]

I have been watching Mikes videos for nearly fifteen years, I owe a lot to this guy. In Victoria Canada where I live the conservation people always want us to use lime and "not much" Portland......They say with the softer stone, the stone will start to decay if there is too much Portland in the mortar. Using a pozolanic material like fly ash, or chalk, or even crushed up brick will strengthen the lime(apparently) I will say that the oldest chimney I worked on was never repointed with Portland mortar and all of the bricks where still in good shape. I worked with Quick Lime and although it was cool to see it heat up and boil and smoke. It seemed more like smoke and mirrors or black magic than anything else.......Mike Is probably the smartest mason on KZbin.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks atlantis,, I appreciate hearing that, Mike

[@AlwaysHopeful87]

Thanks for the video. The tip I've used the most is lay-it-out-dry. Not so much for masonry, but carpentry. Patterns too.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks AlwaysHopeful,, I appreciate hearing that, Mike

[@CForged]

Always been a big fan of this channel. The real deal

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks CForged,, I appreciate hearing that, thanks Mike

[@joedominick7517]

Mike, words of wisdom. thanks

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Joe, thanks, Mike

[@mrjumbly2338]

I work with engineers all the time; they are engineers, and they want to engineer everything. There is a lot to be said about tried-and-true methods, I do Maintenace, I have found sometimes you just need to make a problem go away, there is a time and place for engineers thank you for their skills. But some maintenance issues do not need it just needs to be fixed and cared for. All structures and equipment fail over time. It is "no big deal" Thank you Mike for sharing your time and expertise, The world needs more people like you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mrjumbly,, I appreciate the comment, Mike

[@renadennison9922]

God Bless You Brother ❤

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks renadennison,, Mike

[@danstiurca7963]

This was a good podcast, Mike. You're so down to earth and reasonable, a lot of people forget you're both a master craftsman, AND college educated. That guy's definitely worth a laugh, but all your videos are solid. You can't get half a century of real-world experience from reading a couple books.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks dan,, I appreciate the kind words,, Mike

[@danstiurca7963]

@MikeHaduck would you be willing to make a video with your thoughts on admixtures/water reducers? I've seen many pro-admixture videos, but they're mostly from the admixture companies, or people sponsored by them, but no videos from actual people in the field. Have you ever used them? Related topic, how do you feel about adding fibers? I've seen people sometimes do it, sometimes not, seems pretty random. Thanks. -Dan

[@kevinberniebarron7548]

Hey Mike, This is an outstanding video! In my opinion, you are a true master of your trade! I greatly appreciate you and your expertise! You and I learned from "The School of Hard Knocks"! I was a golf course superintendent for 35 years; I don't have a degree either, but learned from an old man! God bless you, my brother, Kevin Barron

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks kevin, I appreciate the kind words,, Mike

[@grocker7683]

You're a treasure Mike. Love your videos.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks grocker,, Mike

[@DanTheManIOM]

It was stone foundation repair that brought me to Mike. Just the other day, I told someone, we had to cut a wire mesh plaster wall, and "Ain't no big deal". I like your presentation style and willingness to teach us, and share some of life's history like the sailboat.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dan, I appreciate it,, Mike

[@carpathus]

Thanks Mike. Can't go wrong with tried and true.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks carpathus,, Mike

[@NefariousApparitions]

Got a concrete diy project but dont really know how to go about it?!! Well Mike is your solution. Mike you're such a good guy for facilitating all about masonry to all of us that didn't know anything about this. Thanks Mike !

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Nefarious,, Mike

[@joe-l6c4j]

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience Mike. I’ve learned a lot from you over the years and appreciate the videos. I live an hour north of the scranton area so I understand the 4 seasons in a single day. - Joe

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Joe,, Mike

[@Deuce-eq4mv]

I worked construction some years had family in construction going back some years I know mike is solid gold you got to remember back 100 years ago cement was not the same what engineering and knowledge we have today comes from men like mike that knew how things work unless you are going to tear out you're house wait for compaction get permits and re lay new foundations and build new nothing you do can be better than what mike says patch it and maintain it or rebuild it it's that simple

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Duce,, I appreciate that, Mike

[@diamondconstruction2451]

Mike, I've commented before to your videos, we have owned Asphalt and concrete company for 30 years, I still learn from you on repairs, and I can't thank you enough. If someone cant appreciate your vidoes and move on, f them, you are doing this for people just pass on your knowledge. So thank you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks diamondconstruction,,,I appreciate hearing that from professionals,, Mike

[@autumn42762]

on that portland as a bonding agent, here in Czech Republic before plastering a wall we have always used a thing called "špric" which is basically 3:1 sand and portland mixed to a soup-like consistency that you then throw onto the wall surface with a big brush. when it hardens it creates a very rough and hard surface that the first layer of plaster can adhere to.

[@brickbybric]

Same in Ireland we call it a scud coat .

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks autumn, it makes sense to me, another way to do it, Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, another way that works,, it good to hear from other countries, thanks Mike

[@edh9237]

Thanks Mike. Here in Michigan, our weather is similar to Pennsylvania. So glad you showed the ground level mortar falling out. I see it in many places. It's time to get some pointtuck done and i need to review your point tuck mix again.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks edh,, Mike

[@dimitradaniel7891]

Hi Mike, coming to you from Montreal Canada. My husband really enjoyes all your videos. Has been a handyman his whole life . He really loves that slurry concoction. He uses it all the time he’s learned a lot. You’re a great teacher. keep sharing your great knowledge.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks dimitrad,, I appreciate it, Mike

[@Bodie-py2nc]

Hey hope your doing great and enjoying retirement. Just wanted to say thanks for the videos. Just starting a handyman business after being a machinist for the last 20 years. I hadn't laid brick in years since 2010, but you reminded me of my masonry teacher 4 years I had Jimmy Coleman he was in Vietnam as well as was my dad. Dad passed 2020 think Coleman did a couple before. But I remembered most things but the little tricks. I'm doing a plaster it started as german smear on a 1903 foundation. And you are correct brick is 1903 and grandma's house 1970 brick only way i know to explain. It doesn't hold mortar hardly at all and dries super fast. But just wanted to say thanks for the refresher and enjoy your retirement.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bodie, I appreciate hearing that,, Mike

[@MrPanetela]

wetting down the area works used that technique a few times, and yes it's holding up just fine...learned that from Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks MrPanetela,, Mike

[@davesuemannina7595]

Great video. You're very calm about the criticism. My trade is concrete. Done some small masonry work at times. I have been doing reasurch and development my entire adult life. I try to show innovative ideas all the time. I have been verbally beaten up many times. My KZbin channel is very small compared to yours. I mainly use it to educate my customers. Keep up the great work.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks dave,, I appreciate it,, Mike

[@SuzanneBurke-j8i]

Your videos have taught me so much about masonry. Some people go out of their way to be boring.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Suzanne,, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@pls1911]

Mike, I commend your gentlemanly response to the somewhat kindly critical review. Unfortunately the writer needed to view EVERY one of your videos, as you cover points with which he took issue. As he stated, he had plenty of technical education, but zero masonry experience. I find it curious and laughable that with his admonition, he would then embark on a diatribe decrying old school methods of success. I grew up ranching with all the make-it-work improvisations, and worked construction through college. In the process I picked up just enough experience in several trades to learn something... I could do anything and do it well, but I better listen to old men, craftsmen of the old school. From them, I came to understand that practical knowledge, coupled with experience of years was the path to success. After graduate school {engineering) I was convinced no one should be allowed to design parts without spending a couple of years on the shop floor with machinists, as I was changing drawings and designs daily from suggestions of old men with thick glasses running prototyping lathes. I too am a child of the early 50's and still thank my lucky stars to have been tutored by craftsmen as well as professors. Stay the course Sir. You have done a service to a lot of folks with your videos. I'll still help friends and family with small projects they think of as monumental or impossible. Most think we're magicians when we share a simple philosophy: "It Ain't No Big Deal" Cheers from Texas

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks pls.,, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@JohnG-mm4pb]

Mike you’re the best ,, you were born with a trowel in your hand ,, God bless you in Florida now ! Keep the vids coming !

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks John,, I appreciate it, Mike

[@jericlocke1]

My parents snowmobiled at Old Forge and at o&w near Honesdale. I think he needed to spend a little bit more time learning from you before writing. You have covered all of his assertions in your videos. I started work with lime this year searching for a better medium in high moisture environments like block walls below grade such as my car port that leads into an extension of my basement. It's only been a year but it seems to allow more moisture to wick away. I don't know if it will keep minerals from chrystalizng on the inside, effloresence was unsightly. He also missed you using rapid set to save time and money. Not having to wait for mortar or cement to cure for days lets you finish and get paid the same day. Everyone is a critical. Thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks jeric,, Mike

[@brettmiller3580]

What worked then will work now. If it's not broke why fix it, I totally agree. Been following you now for a few years, and I have learned a bunch, Thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Brett, I appreciate it, Mike

[@jim6235]

There is no perfect solution. However, I have had huge success after watching Mike's skills and experience. Learning from you Mike, gave me courage to at least give it a try. And I am glad I did, cause it has saved me a lot of money. Although my back was hurting several times after some days of effort.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, I appreciate hearing that, Mike

[@IMMYSYAYO]

Mike you are a brilliant crafts man with decades of experience. I'm sure this commenter is educated. He has no real life experience. Mike I'm a mason in Maine. At least when there was masonry work to do. Mike you are right masonry is a trade of the past. Mike I enjoy and watch all of your videos . I appreciate your take and knowledge on the masonry trade. You are one of the best I have ever seen. Hope you are enjoying Fla. You are way more than a one trick pony. Some commenters need to listen just a touch more before judging or giving input om people and things, they don't know all of what they judge . Best wishes Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

THANKS IMMY,, I appreciate hearing that from a professional. Thanks, Mike

[@josephmccracken2173]

I’ve liked the throw mud on new repairs to blend the work.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks joseph,, Mike

[@chrispossessky1249]

Thanks for giving us neophytes lessons we need to become DIYers. Keep them coming.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks chris,, I am still learning too, Mike

[@brittonjibb9269]

Hi Mike. I work in the union in Kingston Ontario Canada. The limestone city. I’ve watched your videos for years. All I’d like to say, when I started this trade I always listened to the old timers. And it never steered me wrong. I appreciate the good videos, and it’d be nice to shake your hand.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks britton,, I appreciate hearing that from a professional, Mike

[@jesusc4384]

Love to hear you justify your methods! I have a 100+ year old house un southern Quebec Canada, and The Stacked stone foundation has been left in poor shape after years of neglect and your videos have been immeasurably helpful! They have given me the knowledge and confidence to do things I never thought I could have!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks jesusc,, I appreciate hearing that,, Mike

[@jhconnor88]

Mike I'm an oil painter with no experience in the trades. Your videos gave me the confidence to apply a concrete cap to my pre-Civil War home's busted-up chimney. It's working well so far, and if I didn't get it quite right (I'll find out after this winter!) I'll go back and try again in the spring. Life is about trial and error. Thank you for passing on your knowledge and expertise (for free!) to future generations... -Jay

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jay, your right, see how it works out and if you got to do a little fixing in the spring, no big deal, thanks Mike

[@lmilne4859]

Brilliant buddy. Should make more videos like this.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks lmilne,, Mike

[@osoblues]

i tiled a floor for the first time after watching one of you’re videos. laid it out dry, no issues no cracks. been 6 yrs. And you play some good music!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks osoblues,, I appreciate it, Mike

[@OwlingDogDesign]

Mike, great video! The guy was pretty polite about his opinions. I'm glad you took the time to give him these great answers. I agree with your method of handling these disagreements or issues.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks OwlingDog,, Mike

[@EricD.1]

Well covered Mike. I really enjoyed the video!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks EricD, Mike

[@gibsonbuilds4841]

Thanks Mike! I was in Italy last year. My big take away was this. Everything looks so fancy and high tech....from far away. Upon a close up inspection... everything is super simple! One brick or block on top of another! I had so much fun looking at all the construction. Truly amazing! Over there...."old school" has a whole new meaning! Dave

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dave, your right it was very simple it just looked complicated, thanks, Mike

[@nopriors]

Bravo! Well done Sir

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks nopriors,,, Mike

[@texsradio3628]

The defense rest, n I think you did a great job. Basic logic prevails again

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks texasradio,, I appreciate it, Mike

[@maddog8148]

Mikes videos are the best mason videos hands down! You truly are the best of the best. Especially understanding mason work in the northeast!! Top notch!! 👍🏼❤️🙌🏼. Every old school mason “Italians that I know love Mike”. They tell me he’s 100% the real deal. Keep it up brother. -NJ Strong

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks maddog, I appreciate it, Mike

[@yopage]

In most construction, the local guys who do the work are the best resources. What works best in your particular location in how deep a footing, how deep a water line, etc. No doubt Mike is an expert and talented when you see his beautiful rock work and all his finished projects.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks yopage,, I appreciate the kind words,, Mike

[@freddy-fq2fp]

The Voice of experience. Thanks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks freddy,, Mike

[@danwaterloo3549]

Great Advice, thanks for sharing!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dan, Mike

[@annakramar5088]

You tell em Mike! You do a great job & your an honest tradesman..We need more of you.🧱

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks anna,, I appreciate it, Mike

[@jmcenterprises9591]

Thanks Mike for sharing your life's work with us. Nothing beats experience.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks jmcenterprises,, Mike

[@kstofkos]

Fantastic rebuttal Mike! We live in eastern PA and love your instructional videos. Two of the things about doing masonry for me is watching your videos for tips and instruction and remembering that " It's no big deal " Haven't had any problems yet using your tips and tricks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks kstofkos, Mike

[@skyline289]

thanks to the guy that second guess your methods we got this video from it, you Mike, and who you learned from is the reason our big masonry buildings in upstate NY are still beautiful and standing strong 100-200 years later, obviously maintenance helps but theres alot of original brickwork up here thats still mint. that guy who commented doesnt realize new methods steer far more twords production rather than quality craftsmanship. damn precast brick panels, we paying guys to paint each individual brick rather than lay them

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks skyline,, Mike

[@eddjordan2399]

this is gold iv only been building for 22 years all of this makes perfect sense.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks edd, Mike

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍. Great info. Thank you Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Pete, Mike

[@jerseydave71]

Mike, I love your videos. They have taught me so much. Of course experience of actually doing the job is worth way more than text book info. You have helped me tons! Plus I love the Pennsylvania accent. Keep up the good work! And thank you! 🙏🏻

[@jerseydave71]

Oh, and i am building my first outdoor fireplace. Cmu, brick, firebrick, clay flue, chimney cap. Could not have attempted without your videos!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jerrydave,, I wish you will, Mike

[@mase7207]

Well done Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mase,, Mike

[@SteaminPile]

Great stuff, thanks Mike!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks steaminpile,, Mike

[@marvsmith8137]

Please keep up the podcasts and videos ✌️

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@krowraven7]

Your ways are the best ways. God works thru you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks krowraven,, I hope,, Thanks for the kind words,, Mike

[@Alvin-p3c7f]

Mike, I have learned so much from you and your videos and I use Portland in much of what I do in masonry work. You are the expert, despite what others may say. Keep up the good work and keep the videos coming. Enjoy Florida.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Alvin,, I appreciate it, Mike

[@anthonygiardino4245]

Mike haduck podcast! Good video mike, there is always a critic but it was no big deal! Good to see you!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks anthony,,, Mike

[@JoshuaEckert-Smith]

Great video Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Joshua,, Mike

[@paulsautocm]

Keep up the good work, appreciate the openness and willingness to share and explain even if some disagree with you. Enjoy Florida

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Paul, Mike

[@johnmiron3439]

Mike, I love your video's, I've noticed that at times you are referring to type s masonry cement as 'type s mortar'', which are two different things. I think it is important that there is no confusion when you are showing your blends and mixes that people don't actually use type s mortar when in fact you are using type s masonry cement. From Canada with love!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks john,, Mike

[@brianmoore5498]

nice one Mike. i always learn new stuff when i watch you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Brian, Mike

[@chrisgerard384]

If you want it to stick, you gotta wet it. MHSHK. Thanks for all the advice Mike, I laid a block foundation 6 courses high for a 40x28 garage just using what I learned from your block videos. Ain't no big deal!!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Chris, I appreciate hearing that,, thanks Mike

[@philiplawson5699]

Great explanation from the expert! I use your rules of thumb here in West Chester, PA to great success!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks philip,, Mike

[@ktrump5882]

God bless you Mr Hadduck you're a National Treasure sharing the vast amount of knowledge with the little folks. I could watch your videos all day. I'm thinking of maybe making a rock siding up about 5ft on the bottom of my Rental because I now work at a Mine with lots and lots of different shaped rocks. I'll do what you said and do some practice with some S Type Mortar with the Portland in it and build me a small little wall. I'll try some Rock Facing too and see how I get on. Blessings🇺🇸👍🏽

[@MikeHaduck]

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

[@Dorian-Grey]

School definitely has its place, but😮 school is no substitute for experience. The leaning Tower of Piza, the great Pyramid of Egypt, the Roman Colosseum etc., etc. All made my masons! All still standing! All will remain long after we are gone! I find it humorous that these engineers today design buildings to last only a few years and then criticize the old ways of masonry. Mike I love your videos! I wouldnt give this guy a second thought. I too am in the trades. Im a Union Iron Worker. I, too, can attest at engineers asking me what fix I would recommend and implementing it from time to time. I, on the other hand, do not have a big head just because my fix was given a green light by the engineer. I suggest a fix based on experience in the craft and knowledge of how we do things in the field. I am very well aware that there are many different ways to address a problem. I am not closed minded. I also come across real arrogant Sons.O.B's engineers prima donas that know it all. That dont care about your opinion and that on accusation have to swallow their pride and implement your suggestion in the end after initially scoffing at it. Personally, I think new engineers should have to apprentice for a few years under an experienced engineer(s) out in the field before letting them lose. But again, I've come across many prima donas. I dont give them a seconds thought. Sorry about the rant. That aside, and to change the topic. I do have a question for you Mike. I came across a type of cement. It comes from your area of the country. Its called White's Patented Hydraulick Cement. It was used to build the Erie Canal. Question? Would you happen to know if this is the same stuff as Portland Cement? Im just curious if you have ever heard of it growing up or even using it? Thanx, F.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi F,, no not familiar with it, it sounds like a real old school product before portland, probably lime based, my guess, thanks Mike

[@stuartfarrell6729]

100 % agree with you mike i started with my Dad in the early 80s we worked all over this country and he too say it what works in NY dose not work in ca etc

[@MikeHaduck]

Tanks stuart,, Mike

[@marvsmith8137]

Thanks for the video, and sharing your knowledge 👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again marv,, Mike

[@kennethmichael5607]

Thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks kenneth,, Mike

[@davelowe1977]

-One of the reasons- The reason I stopped being a software developer was the relentless desire in the industry to continually and needlessly change absolutely everything all the time. People would almost deliberately break stuff just to create some drama. They seemed to forget that we were supposed to be solving problems not creating new ones.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dave, that's very true,, Mike

[@keithharris6937]

Mike, you continue to help us less knowledgeable folks. The videos are great and they have helped me immensely. I live in Texas and still follow your advice with personal projects along with things I do for my friends and family and never have callbacks or problems. Thanks again Mike!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Keith, I appreciate it, Mike

[@ashleylovepace1941]

Great video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ashley,, Mike

[@rolandhuydecoper4090]

Thanks Mike. I'll take experience and common (trade-) sense over a learned engineer any day 👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks roland,, Mike

[@mattjones708]

Love ya Mikey boy !!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks matt,, Mike

[@cipher2]

always love these commentary vids Mike! youtube thought it necessary to teach people what they think they should know about freemasonry with one of their precious banners i.e. there is much truth in this vid as usual. see you on the next one sir!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks cipher, I appreciate it,, Mike

[@BrendaNolen]

I have always appreciated your videos because, while I live in Central California, I figure if it works in Pennsylvania, it will last FOREVER here!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Brenda,, Mike

[@mr.c6674]

I certainly appreciate your cold climate experience for the fact that I live in S.E. Michigan of a similar environment as Penn. I see tons of concrete work from warmer climate KZbinrs that are mostly useless to me, because most of them either don't mention weather (frost heave), or make a blow by statement about it. ALL of your videos remind everyone to consider their environment to confirm what will and will not work. BTW, I was selfishly saddened to see your video that you had moved to Florida for the above reasons 😊😁 BUT happy sunshine living you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mr,C, I appreciate it, Mike

[@Eman85515]

Thank you Mike 🥀🌸🌷🌼🌻

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Eman,, Mike