Brick Veneer
Brick veneer puts a real clay brick face on a framed house. A drainage cavity, flashing and metal ties sit behind the brick, so the wall looks timeless and handles weather the way good masonry should.
- FaceReal clay brick, one layer thick
- Behind itAir gap, flashing and wall ties
- Weep holesLet trapped moisture escape
- FoundationBuilt on a ledge or footing
What is included
- 1A drainage cavityA small air gap and weep holes let moisture escape, which is what keeps veneer walls healthy.
- 2Flashing in the right placesMetal and membrane flashing sit at the base, over openings and at shelf angles.
- 3Ties that holdCorrosion-resistant ties fasten the brick to the structure at the right spacing.
- 4Details that finishSills, soldier courses, arches and corners are shaped by hand where the design calls for them.
From your first call to the final cleanup
We lay, repair and restore brick, stone and block in cities across the country. Find yours below and set up a walk-through.
- 1We walk the siteWe look at the wall, yard or roofline together, talk through the look you want and note what is already there.
- 2We set the layoutLines, levels and measurements are marked first, so every course starts straight and the finished work sits true.
- 3We build course by courseUnits are set on a full bed of mortar, checked with level and line, and the joints are struck as we go.
- 4We finish and clean upJoints are tooled, surfaces are cleaned and the site is left tidy, with a walk-through at the end.
Is this the right choice for your project?
- New houses and additions
- Remodels that change the exterior
- Replacing worn siding with a lasting skin
- Matching existing brick on part of a house
What makes a brick wall last
- The bedEvery brick sits in a full bed of mortar with filled joints, so water has nowhere to hide.
- The lineCourses are held to a string and a level, so the wall is straight and the load is even.
- The water pathFlashing, weeps and caps send water out and away from the structure.
Common questions
Is veneer as good as solid brick?
For homes, veneer is the common modern method. The brick protects the structure while the cavity and flashing do the water management, and it can last for generations when built well.
Can veneer go over existing siding?
Usually the old siding comes off first so the brick can tie to the structure and the cavity can drain.
Can I mix brick and stone?
Yes. Brick and stone combine beautifully, and we plan the transitions so water cannot get behind them.
Services that pair with this one
Thin Brick VeneerReal brick slices for interior accent walls, fireplaces, backsplashes and spots where full brick will not fit.See the service Stone
Natural Stone VeneerReal quarried stone cut thin and set on walls, chimneys and entries for a one-of-a-kind face.See the service Brick
Brick InstallationNew brick walls, homes, garages and additions laid course by course, in the bond and color you choose.See the service Find your city
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Ready to build something that lasts?
Call or text Brick Illusions, or send the form, and we will set up a walk-through. Tell us about your wall, chimney or yard and what you would like it to become.