BRICK LAYING (Part 1) Mike Haduck

I am starting this series on "How I lay brick" I think it will be 5 videos complete, I use my old school techniques and in the middle videos we will see how other masons use other options, 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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[@markkrul3429]

I like this guy, you can tell he knows what he's doing and he's got a real humble attitude. He's a good teacher!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mark, I am just passing along what I learned from the old timers, thanks, mike

[@jamiewatkinson5427]

Hes a great watch great mason

[@lendavidhart9710]

Mark K. I like this guy too!

[@jimmccoal2693]

@@jamiewatkinson5427 100% agree . Since I found Mike , I have been bing watching.

[@londontrada]

This is the first brick laying video that has actually explained the planning procedure for a full job. Thanks

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks londontrada, I appreciate it. mike

[@GDWhiting]

great stuff mike. i'm a mason in south jersey. i'm 29 years old. i wish we would get more brick jobs but usually we just point up the old timers work. i see some of the beautiful chimneys and brickwork in the shore towns that i work in. it makes me sad to think that we are moving away from such an art.. thanks again for your videos. I've been doing masonry for about 4 years and your videos are have been invaluable to me as i learn this trade.

[@MeticulousMetalWorks]

Awesome video. Not a mason here, but I love your content and sure do appreciate that someone like yourself takes the time to share knowledge.

[@umghanem4999]

Double S

[@barnettstrongmanjnes5023]

I'm 32n degree but I've never laid one fucking block. Go figure.

[@mastersamurai7683]

As you go onto 33rd I hope you at least need to build a corner or something? Don't forget us little guys when the time comes brother! Masons unite! No homosexual stuff though Ok!😉😉

[@mammothwallace6133]

Barnettstrongman Jnes your probably god too

[@ViralHorses]

Totally agree, its awesome you share the knowledge! + best explanation possible! Keep it up!

[@simonbuenosaires]

yep still the best construction videos here on you tube Mike, thanks for the advice, keep on posting.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Simon, that makes me feel I am on the right track, I appreciate it. . mike

[@tnridge]

I to was around brick work all my life. I"m 59 now and broke down. Wish I could still do what I use to. My dad taught all of us as kids. I had three brothers we were all self employed masons. Mostly never worked together but stayed self employed. Your work is neat. I see some things I do different than you but your work is really good. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Stevo, I appreciate that hearing it from a pro, I warn all the new up comers that I never met a rich mason, I am middle 60s and lost a lot of stamina , but I did make a living, thank you, mike

[@HamiltonTileGA]

I'm hooked on your videos. I'm going to call you Master Mike Haduck teaching me all about masonry! It's unbelievable how UA-cam allows the old guys to teach young guys like me and we've never met and probably never will. Thanks for doing this, sir!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Hamilton, I am just passing on what the old timers taught me, I appreciate it. mike

[@rideordieinc.rideordieinc.3496]

Hey Mike it's really cool for you to show this in videos, we are a dying breed and this is great for our young veiwers who want to learn about masonry, I myself went to masonry school while I went to high school and I graduated as a apprentice in 93' I have been in masonry for many years and as a person you learn alot from older Mason's who know alot of the tricks of the trade, thank you for your tutorials​ and God bless you.

[@MikeHaduck]

HI Daniel, I appreciate hearing it from pros like you, and I guess we are just passing it along like others taught us, it makes me feel I am on the right track, thanks mike

[@markmeadows7093]

ua-cam.com/video/rG012eBcHnw/v-deo.html best mason tender ever.

[@paulh6467]

looking forward to this series.thanks very much!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks, Paul, I appreciate it. mike

[@thatbastardson]

i love how the sound changes as you hit the brick, as it gets closer to breaking. love your vids.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Luv, I appreciate it. mike

[@bennybananas9378]

That footage of the Scandinavian bricklayers was really cool.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Benny I was lucky to get the video, mike

[@rhema.ethompson3032]

Old School is the best school! Thank you for the great video sir!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Rhema, I appreciate it. mike

[@eddie1078]

Very cool man. So long as I hear "Old School" every so often I'm in.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Edmund, I appreciate it. mike

[@jeffbillings3721]

Mike, I have been a Mason for 30 yrs plus.....I love to hear a guy say there are many ways to do it. Love to watch your videos. I am actually in Maryland....never know, we may run into each other some day

[@Qualityplaythrough]

I'm just a young lad of 15 laying brick in school for competition and have decided it's what I want to do and you have highly influenced my style and love for brick masonry and I love the old ways you tell us about makes me wish I could saw it with my own eyes

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Brock, I wish you well, its a hard business where you will never be rich, but it does lead to other things, and a good thing to know, thanks mike

[@wileyearly7051]

I really appreciate your divulging your knowledge. I feel obliged to help people learn plumbing or carpentry because the Lord helped me learn it. I started out as a cabinet makers apprentice and got fired for too many mistakes. I went to vocational school. I prayed many times for the Lord to help me so I could provide for my family. He rescued me. So I'm obliged happily to help. I'm excited to lay some brick. Thanks again man.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Wiley, never give up. God bless, Mike

[@devinlabuda5713]

I love your videos. Very informative. You give reasons why, and show how, and explain the material and method as you go. Just like stepping onto the yard beside you. I feel like im there, and you dont patronize the ones with no experience, and add tips and differences to even the ones who have been laying courses for years. Suited for all types of viewers, mark of an excellent instructional video! On to part II!

[@Growveguk]

I enjoy watching your videos. I decided many years ago that doing it right is the only way to do it. Yes I guess I don't make as much profit as the next bloke but you know what? I am in it for the enjoyment and satisfaction of knowing I did my best. Great content and I am looking forward to this upcoming series Mike. All the best from the UK.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Andy, I think I make less money every year, but just getting by like everyone else, love the UK, thanks mike

[@Growveguk]

Mike, as long as we manage to pay the bills everyone's happy.

[@MikeHaduck]

Like the book says, Lord, I pray two things, (one) do not make me so poor that I curse you or (two) so rich that I forget you, it is a paraphrase ,but yet you are right, thanks mike

[@robertstiles6821]

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[@zeshansheikh6331]

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[@magnmadsen]

published on my birthday! Great work there...respect!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks magnmadsen, happy belated birthday, I appreciate it. mike

[@Xxjoeynumber1xX]

I hope to get back into the trade after my enlistment is up. I miss it every single day and watching your videos keeps me entertained during the little free time i get. Thank you for your outstanding videos, Mike. And thank you for your service.

[@buckbuck9225]

two things that surprised at is laying the brick on peel and stick.and usinging plastic levels. i use them too in curtain situations.i build pools .and have a pool wrapped in brick and am trying to pick up some tips.love the "old guy tips"

[@ericboyles7208]

I started watching your videos this morning. I'm fascinated with brick work, concrete driveways, patios, everything having to do with working with cement. I don't see any brick jobs coming up in the future, but one never knows, so I want to be educated just in case.
I like your old school methods. Reminds me of working with my dad in my early teens on landscape jobs with him. I even made a career with landscaping all the way up to right now at 59 yrs old. Still love it!
So, I'm enjoying your brick videos just so I know and if a brick job happens to be a factor on a job, then I'll know what I'm talking about and how to do it! Thanks again!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Eric, I appreciate that, it is nice to hear from a pro, I feel I am on the right track, thanks mike

[@warndorfgroup]

very thankful there are people like you out there (too few in fact) that have a genuine interest in perpetuating trade craft. Good for you mike. thanks for putting the time and energy into these videos

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Nick, I appreciate it mike

[@JDAbelRN]

Yes, old school the best. You see why these Union workers get the big bucks, they know what they're doing and not half-assed, as Dad used to say. God Bless you guys. It inspires me to do the best on my job.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks J , mike

[@EdwardTyndall]

just found your channel thank you soo much for taking the time to teach me how to do the things i always wanted i subbed

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Edward, I appreciate it.. mike

[@perrydear]

Really wanted to say "Thanks", very generous of you to share your time and obvious expertise!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks perrydear, I appreciate the kind works, mike

[@cschnitker8865]

Mike that's some good stuff. I always go to my Haduck file for reference. You give good stuff. Thanks for being here .

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank you C, I appreciate that, mike

[@michelelanni9205]

i love ur patience and how u explain things

[@bkdbkd]

Thank's for showing us your craft Mr. Haduck.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks MTWB, I appreciate it, like

[@dantomey8991]

Great video, I have a layer of cinderblock to finish off my fence, thought I might try it

[@Kariakas]

It's interesting to watch someone that knows his craft even thought I've never laid a brick in my life. I can imagine that it's a very satisfying business, hard work but you can see what you've accomplished.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Kanriakas, sometimes. But like any job it can get old. Thanks mike

[@abadialsharif8537]

Your fingers clearly show the experience.
I hope one day I build my house.
Nice work.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks abadi, I am sure some day you will, maybe a fixer up er and make some money. thanks mike

[@danielbarretto3757]

Mike I have t laid a brick in 30 years and you brought me back. I’m all over the old school driveway resurfacing next week thanks to you! Aloha from Hawaii and you always have a friend here...Just fantastic work...

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Daniel, mike

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Great series. Glad I found it. I still remember working for a couple of old German masons the summer before I graduated high school. Some of the hardest work I've ever done! Taught me the value of work all right. I still like to design homes and commercial buildings with brick, as it has a somewhat romantic quality about it that takes you back. Cheers.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Wayward, I appreciate hearing that from a pro, CHeers also, mike

[@NeillWylie]

This video is bloody awesome!

[@williamjordan2930]

Nice job Mike, great video with straight forward, common sense, down to earth advice from The old school Master!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks William, mike

[@michaelpukmel9175]

Awesome video, Mike, thanks for making these videos.

[@MikeHaduck]

thank, you, mike

[@ty-kl4dh]

looking good love your videos

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks you ty, I appreciate it. mike

[@albertforlini979]

Many thanks ,Mike . I have done another chimney repair and pointing . My pointing is above average now ,and i am making my customers happy .

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Albert, I am glad if it helps, I appreciate it. mike

[@mstiffmadsen3512]

Thank you so much for showing us how to properly implement old school techniques in this world of fast paced carelessness. Awesome information.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ms Tiff, Mike

[@marc-andreperron219]

I like your comment on "practice makes perfect", as you were mentioning bricklayers starting with the rear of the building. Just as it is with every job out there; "practice, practice, practice". There's never enough to be said about it.
Very wise advice, thanks Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Marc, its true, I tell folks always start at a place not seen till you get the feel of the product, I appreciate it. mike

[@japerstrills2047]

"You can use the ruler in the beginning to get started, but you gotta lay it out dry. If you don't want to make any mistakes, you gotta lay it out dry." So true Mike. Great advice. It' working out great for me even on my first job at home. No mistakes (yet) Mike. Thank you so much for sharing such valuable information. May God Bless.

[@neilkennykenny4113]

very good video Mike. thanks for making the time.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Neil, I appreciate it.. mike

[@scooptractornorthorchard2397]

I like your style, I learned from a grumpy old French mason who has passed on. I do small jobs occasionally and your video is a good refresher Thank you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Scooptractor, I appreciate it, Mike

[@edwinmonroe3474]

Hello Mike
i just wanted to say i truly enjoy your teaching its always good to learn new stuff and thanks for being so patient taking your time awesome job keep up the great work God bless you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Edwin, I appreciate it. God bless, also, mike

[@thegreatecb]

Nice work.

[@LaurenBerns]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Lauren, just passing on what the old timers taught me, mike

[@benjaminrhodes9582]

Knowledge. Thanks again Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ben, Mike

[@paulmckernan6825]

I have used many of Mike’s techniques and found them helpful. They really work!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Paul, Mike

[@55098]

always look forward to your videos

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks 55098, I appreciate it. mike

[@maxmalick6192]

you the man Mike I'm 35 but I love when you talk about the old school.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Max, that is a good sign, I appreciate it. mike

[@Umaru1982]

I do really enjoy your videos, thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Umaru, I appreciate it. mike

[@makmar4484]

Nice video spot on

[@kamarisstrong9500]

Love those videos. Keep em coming.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank Kamaris, I appreciate it. mike

[@ferreestudios]

excellent teaching! and honest talk!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Wayne, mikr

[@RevMikeBlack]

I'm learning a tremendous amount from these videos. I'm a bricklaying beginner and there are no masonry classes in my area, so these videos are my best option. Thanks, Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike, Mike

[@luispaucay9655]

What a good teacher !!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Luis, Mike

[@colroulette9337]

This is Great I was doing bricklaying back in the early 80's Local 45 Buffalo Ny. I liked it, but work was hard to find so i had to find work with med and bennies. Anyways i missed it we used rope for weeper holes lol. Thanks for your vids!

[@MrTamendez]

great video sir. very informative for newbies

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks, I appreciate it. mike

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

After a minute or two I realised this guy knows his stuff. Subbed ya Mike and hi from the uk 🇬🇧

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ducati, mike

[@4Fecta]

Some of the best videos I’ve seen. Thanks

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Earl, mike

[@larryhand7219]

Another great video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Larry, mike

[@andylangridge4288]

I'm a landscaper in England and retaining block walls are a common job for me, I found your methods and commentary helpful and really interesting, Thanks for posting!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Andy, I appreciate it, I wanted to play with the Beatles, I am still aviable, thanks for the nice comment, mike

[@The.Chiefman]

What a great series Mike you did a first class job. So rich with information I learnt so much on this 5 part bick laying series i am now watching it again. Short simple and to the point with all the tips and trick that you need...Brilliant. keep it Mr Haduck

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Chiefman, I appreciate it. comments like this make me feel I am on the right track, thanks mike

[@bretskii5150]

Thanks for this Mike, you have this West Australian limestone block guy feeling ready to do some brick work!! You make fantastic videos, the knowledge you are passing down is invaluable!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks bret, I appreciate it. mike

[@gabec6522]

I needed u on this stone job i just did my dad didn't want to help!!! Nice work

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Gabe, I understand, lol, mike

[@1mtstewart]

thanks mike. I am going to be building some brick and block cold frames for gardening. Blocks below grade and bicks above. I have some old greenhouse window from about 1900 to place on the frames for light and heat retention. Your masonry has been a great blessing. thank you again.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thank you 1m I appreciate it. mike

[@salmankhan-fr4gq]

Beautiful work

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks salmon, mike

[@Ojeramup12]

Enjoyed the video. Admirable to see quality work being done by someone who prides their workmanship!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks peanutbutter, I hope. I appreciate it, mike

[@arkansas1313]

Thanks for the layout lesson, "tried and true".
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[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks 13, I was a bit worried about the series but seems to be working out, thanks again, mike

[@scottrobinson2286]

Great workmanship Mike,from a 25 year Bricklayer from Iowa.Great videos.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks roy, I appreciate hearing that from a pro, thanks again, mike

[@frederickmagill9454]

Here's strenght to your arms Mike, the old school is best. Soon we won't be able to find craftsmen like you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Fredrick, Mike

[@ussul6524]

I love you video even I might never do brick work. Thank you.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Honza, I appreciate it. mike

[@Ogaitnas900]

absolutely delightful

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks 900, I appreciate it. mike

[@sombatp.8270]

So weird. I woke this morning, 4:20am , hearing my UA-cam on. You spoke about Philly... I'm from Philly. Lol And of course I need brick and cement work done at my home. Great video. Saluting my fellow Pennsylvanian

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Sombat, I appreciate it. mike

[@bonham1981]

Thanks a lot for the insight Mike. I have no idea why this popped up in my recommended videos, but I'm loving it.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Bonker, I appreciate it. mike

[@casperinmd]

Man..I'll never lay a brick in my life, yet I find these videos fascinating. On to part 2!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Jeff, I appreciate it. mike

[@Satchmoeddie]

God bless you. All the BAC union shops had to go non-signatory some time ago. There was an 85 year old brick mason still slinging brick, the right way, but he is gone now too. I love red clay brick, especially the old stuff. We use to ride dirtbikes in the old brick quarry, after it was shut down. Now all the material comes in by truck, from God knows where, it's mixed baked & sold.

[@mitzvahgolem8366]

Thanks awesome series

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks mitzvah, I appreciate it . mike

[@cschnitker8865]

Yeah, am re-bricking the mailbox right now so I go to Haduck file to get some reinforcement, & it helped a bunch. Neighbors said it looks pro. So good deal.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks C, I appreciate it. mike

[@martinbeardmore2540]

Great vid, Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks martin, I appreciate it. mike

[@sdjnwhyNZ]

Respect from a designer & carpenter. Will keep learning from your videos, thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi sdj,, I appreciate hearing it from a pro, I feel I am on the right track, thanks mike

[@Takuplumbing]

So cool. Thanks brother, keep fighting the good fight.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Geno, mike

[@ToxicVaccines_HivHoax]

Good Job! 👍👍

[@scasey1960]

Always fascinating - thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks scasey, I appreciate it. mike

[@amandajanet2079]

❤️ Your Videos WELL EXPLAINED THANK YOU!
OLD SCHOOL RULES!!!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Amand, Mike

[@jessibretmunsen9652]

Hey i have been a brick layer for 30 years, worked on State Capitols, million dollar homes, Special projects, Government projects, as a brick layer and stone mason. It is a dying trade, i have made my life's work of it. I commend you Sir for Keeping the trade alive. At one time bricklayers were more important than Lawyers. We held all the secretes.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Jessi, you are 100% right, thanks mike

[@michaelwalsh7437]

Thank you Michael.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Michael, I appreciate it, mike

[@AccentMasonryLLC]

Great video Mike keep up the good work!

[@MikeHaduck]

I like the work on your site, same back to you, I appreciate it. mike

[@Brettdyt]

Great video Mike... thanks for putting this together it was very informative. It's nice hearing some of the background and history of the trade.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Brett, I appreciate it. mike

[@thiliniwish19]

best is old school! I wanted to learn, Thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Thilini, mike

[@moharak]

Thanks Mike. You're looking good for a guy been working as long as you have. Keep up the good work.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks moharak, Mike

[@rmp608]

Excellent !!!!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks rmp, I appreciate it. mike

[@paulpurves484]

Nice one mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Snapper, Mike

[@superalex2002]

Thank you sir, I love your videos, you are a great teacher

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks superalex,,Mike

[@jamesdebesse5147]

I need a Mike Haduck Ain't No Big Deal hoodie, Mike. T-shirts ain't no good in the winter! Thanks for your videos. Big fan. Carpenter in MD, but been doing brick work around the house and couldn't have done it without your vids!

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi James, I will have to work on that, thanks mike

[@thelightinthedark100]

Thank you for this video! Im getting out of the marine corps in about half a year and looking forward to becoming an apprentice

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, I was Navy, wished I stayed in and retired early, I wish you the best, thanks mike

[@moldoveanu8]

It's nice to see this tried and true knowledge being shared in the modern day. Sometimes older techniques are more proven and give better results.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks Michael, sometimes it is very true, thanks mike

[@josephclark5414]

No idea why I am here. Very interesting and your experience and demeanor make you a super engaging instructor Mike. I shall continue watching!!! Thanks!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ,Joseph, mike

[@maxmalick6192]

right now i just do cultured Stone work ocean county NJ but excited about doing some brick and block work so I been watching your videos thank you very much.

[@MikeHaduck]

thanks again Max, it makes me think it is all worth it, mike

[@ty-kl4dh]

I do flat work everyday and still enjoy watching your videos. until I started watching your channel I only seen my dad lift a sunken slab with a railroad jack lol.