Masonry
Efflorescence 
Resource for information on efflorescence.
Reducing Water Permeance in Masonry Walls & Chimneys Understanding the causes and mechanisms of water penetration in masonry enables one to better diagnose and solve problems before severe damage occurs. From SaverSystems.
Technical Notes on Brick Construction
45 chapters on technical aspects of brick construction. From the Brick Industry Association.
Test Methods to Determine Water Penetration Accurately diagnosing the source of water penetration in a masonry structure should be the first step toward correcting the problem. From SaverSystems.
Tuckpointing Mortar Joints / Replacing Damaged Brick Cutting out and repointing of mortar joints in brick, block, and stone masonry is one of the most common repairs performed by masons. From Quikcrete.
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