Industry Guide
Masonry Construction Coordination: The Trade Where Weather, Mortar, and Mock-Ups Drive the Schedule
Masonry — brick, CMU, stone — is one of the most weather-sensitive construction operations. Cold weather, hot weather, rain, and freeze-thaw all affect mortar and require specific practices. Add mock-ups for aesthetic approval, embedded flashings, structural connections, and coordination with other trades, and masonry becomes a coordination challenge that benefits from careful planning. Understanding masonry's specific requirements helps GCs schedule and coordinate this trade effectively.
Marcus Reyes6 min read