What you need to know about the freeze thaw cycle. A common problem in our area is what’s known as the freeze-thaw cycle. Not an exciting blog topic, but a very important one. Here I will discuss where and how it happens, the potential damages it can cause, how to identify it, what to do if you have it, and a few tips on how to prevent it in the future. Masonry veneers, whether they are brick, block or stone, are porous, meaning they absorb moisture. In certain situations th