Steven Fechino

After earning degrees in civil engineering and drafting and design specializing in building construction, Steven Fechino worked at an engineering firm performing facade evaluations and repair concept details, and also as a project manager completing jobs in masonry restoration and repair. In 2010 he joined Mortar Net Solutions, where he is responsible for providing engineering and construction support services.

Make Your Own Parging Mix
The most common way to make your own parging mix is to use either Type S mortar for block or Type N for brick and add a concrete bonding additive.
Burying Brick
It's a bad idea to cover brick cladding with regular soil. Start by separating the brick from the moisture in the soil using a drainage mat.
Wood Lintels with Masonry Cladding
Learn how to install wood lintels with a steel lintel on top. Find out the best type of wood to use, proper installation, and flashing techniques.
Eliminating Efflorescence on Brick Below a Window
Missing or incorrect flashing under a brick sill causes these white salt deposits, which can damage brick over time. Here's how to fix that.
Setting Bases for Porch Posts
Prevent structural posts from cracking stone by following these tips when installing the anchor bolts.
How to Remediate A Damp Exterior Wall Cavity
Weep vents at both the top and bottom of a wall increase the drying potential in masonry walls.

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