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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[@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

[@rick7972]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Rick, Mike

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@jrashe21]

Your videos are fantastic, Mike. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike

[@Brian-Burke]

Incredible job, Mike. Wow.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Brian, Mike

[@migvinu8620]

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

[@markiobook8639]

Much better than my university.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mig, 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

[@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

[@ktmcc4360]

Master craftsman. Mike is the Eastern star.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words, Mike

[@rogercarroll1663]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Roger, 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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@JimVincitore]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, 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

[@geodezix]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks geo, 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

[@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

[@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

[@DAS-Videos]

You make it look so easy.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Das, Mike

[@mejustme474]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks mejustme,, Mike

[@thomasmarkie3710]

Love watching you work
Not a glove or mess

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Thomas, Mike

[@BoZn8r]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@gypsydildopunks7083]

Thanks again, Mike. You're the best.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Gypsy, 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

[@jamesg5879]

Good to see you back Mike👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks James, Mike

[@Robert-h2g2z]

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

[@josephrottina1901]

You do awesome work MIKE.👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Joseph, Mike

[@rickharmon3513]

i like the way this guy teaches

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Rick, Mike

[@jimcramer9656]

Foundation videos are some of my favorite you do!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jim, 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

[@larry323]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Larry, Mike

[@AlloyedFrequencies]

Thank you so much sir 🙏

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, 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

[@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

[@kennethromeo7711]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Kenneth, Mike

[@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

[@GeorgeSalem-b7v]

Nice job Mike. Super helpful comments

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks user, Mike

[@phillydog17]

Really enjoyed this.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks philly, Mike

[@darylhall4796]

THANKS…your AWESOME!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks daryl,, 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

[@roccoconte2960]

Another great job Mike, you make it look easy

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Rocco, Mike

[@suzanneburke4330]

Find your videos informative and fun. Thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Suzanne, Mike

[@LarryBuysNotes]

Love your videos Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Larry, Mike

[@anthonygiardino4245]

Hi Mike! Great video as usual!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Anthony, Mike

[@StoneUFO]

always great content, thanks mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@peaceandfreedomeconomics8984]

I'm on vacation watching this.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks. Mike

[@Derpherppington]

Good to learn new things

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@mattevans3637]

Good job Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Matt, 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

[@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

[@peterfitzgerald2208]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Peter, Mike

[@johnkeller9448]

Thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks John, Mike

[@luisfernando-mm3jt]

Nice work

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Luis, 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

[@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

[@VenturaIT]

Fun to watch.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ventura, Mike

[@raymondhoguelll2044]

Simply the best
Thank you sir

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Raymond, 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

[@denisconor648]

Great stuff mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Denis, 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

[@suep4530]

interesting...looked good.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Sue, Mike

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@anthonywall5227]

Thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Anthony, 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!!

[@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

[@dangates3022]

thx mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dan, Mike

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍.Thank you

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ,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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@robertbeckler5058]

Groovy

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Robert, far out, lol, 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

[@oldmango8606]

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

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@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

[@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

[@Tmmd75]

No big deal when you know what you're doing

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tmmd, 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

[@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 !

[@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!

[@saviotoronto358]

nice

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@shshnshs5181]

Can you please tell me what type of concrete mixer you used please I’m looking to do something very similar

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, I rarely if ever use a mixer, only big jobs, I just mix it in a little pan or wheelbarrow, you will see as you watch more of the videos, 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

[@oldsteamguy]

super

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks oldsteamguy,,, Mike

[@johnbordeau3500]

Mike what’s the secret to getting plaster or mortar to stick to a ceiling?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi John, Kirk giadano plastering is best for those type of things thanks Mike

[@almyers8074]

That's amazing sponge work, are those special sponges Mike?

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi almyer,, just out of old chair seats or couches, thanks Mike

[@almyers8074]

@@MikeHaduck I know Mike. You're a master sponger. 😎

[@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