HouseNet

Moisture in masonry veneer construction can cause damage. The best prevention? Proper construction.  Residential HouseNet™ by Mortar Net® is your first step to a healthy home. From wet basements to spalling caused by water freezing and thawing in brick cavity walls, moisture eats away at the homes you build. It can also eat away at the health of the homeowner. Moisture breeds mold and mold can cause respiratory problems including asthma, allergies, infections or worse.

In masonry construction it is essential that walls are constructed with an air space behind the brick veneer, that weep holes are installed at the base of the wall not more than 24 inches on center, that flashing is installed in the cavity, and that a mortar collection device is installed to catch excess mortar droppings. Mortar Net® USA, Ltd. the originator of the mortar dropping collection device, provides the solution for clogged weep holes in brick masonry cavity walls.

Residential HouseNet™'s patented dovetail shape prevents mortar droppings from forming a continuous dam and its shape, in combination with its 90% open mesh weave, allows water to rapidly and easily move through the material of the product to the weep holes.

Residential HouseNet™ also allows for proper air movement in and out of the cavity. This eliminates pressure differentials that force moisture into the cavity, thus promoting rapid drying of the wall.

This efficient management of moisture migration eliminates efflorescence on interior and exterior masonry walls, prevents damage caused by freeze-thaw cycles and is the first step in preventing conditions that allow mold growth.

Residential HouseNet™ ensures walls breathe, drain and dry quickly and efficiently.

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