Lessons Learned from Masonry Jobsite Troubleshooting
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 12-1 p.m. Eastern Time
1 lu/hsw
“Troubleshooting” can either be proactive or reactive. Learn how qualified contractors and craftworkers address masonry detailing, installation, and performance. We’ll focus on 2 critical issues for masonry structures: accommodating moisture and movement. You’ll learn from real-world jobsite troubleshooting scenarios to help you better design and detail high-performance masonry structures.
Image by the International Masonry Institute.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how masonry issues can be minimized or avoided.
- Review common masonry troubleshooting scenarios and tips to help ensure successful installations.
- Discover how to accommodate moisture and movement on your masonry assemblies.
- Learn best practices for designing and detailing high-performance masonry wall assemblies.
About the Speaker
Pat Conway
Director of Industry Development and Technical Services, IMI
Pat is a registered architect in Wisconsin. He is a distinguished national masonry author and speaker.
He is a prolific presenter on masonry wall system topics, including flashing, movement control, high-performance masonry wall systems, air barriers, efficient wall design, structural masonry concepts, masonry drawings and specifications review, modern open-jointed rainscreen veneer systems, creative masonry design, masonry lintels, single-wythe masonry walls, lessons-learned from the job site, and adhered veneers.
