**** Tricks of the Trade is a new series I have started that will be included with "Terminology Tuesday" posts. The goal of this series is to share with you the "tricks of the trade" I have learned in the mobile home business.

A few weeks ago, I wrote a "Tricks of the Trade" post regarding the ins and outs of covering up a hitch. Well, guess what? I'm writing this post to add to it regarding how to lay brick. But, why?
As it turns out, last week I went to go visit the home on this deal. And, to my surprise here's what I found:

Can you spot what's wrong with this picture? I'll give you a hint, it used to look like this:

Yes, so the top rectangular 6 bricks on the top were gone. So, I immediately went to talk to the park manager who apologized and told me this could have been done by the kids. I suspected it, too.
The park manager told me a notice would be sent out to all the residents regarding this incident as a warning. And, furthermore I was advised by the park manager to go ahead and lay the bricks with mortar so this would not happen again.
Before I took a trip to the local hardware store, I went ahead and posted a notice on the home. It basically said the home was being watched by the local Sheriff's office. Personally, I know the Sheriff and learned this little trick due to this experience.
Afterwards, I took a trip to the local hardware store. I bought more bricks, mortar, a bucket and a trowel.
Then, I went back to the home and started on this little project. And, I have to tell you - it was definitely a learning experience. The handle of the trowel I bought broke (Note to self: Don't skimp on the tools). And, mixing up the mortar with a stick (the only thing in my car I had) is not a good idea - I really needed a shovel or professional tool to do the mixing.
In any case, it took me awhile to complete the project. But, I finally got it done. And, here are the results:

For those who are interested, here's a short video on how to lay brick:
Video Link
After I completed the project, I was really relieved just to get it done. Now, the bricks around the hitch are in place. And, I can honestly say this has definitely been another new and educational learning experience for me.
I hope this "Terminology Tuesday" post has been helpful and has given you some useful information to use - it definitely has for me.
Happy investing!
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4 comments:
I am a newcomer to your site and I enjoy your posts. I find them educational and motivating.
Rachel - this is such a great post!! Can't say I have had to do this yet but every time we tackle some repairs or improvements on a house something new comes up so I wouldn't be surprised if this is in my future.
Once again - thank you for another very useful post!!
(Anonymous) Thanks for stopping by, glad you've enjoyed the posts!
(Julie) Thanks Julie! I know, it can be so crazy some of these situations we get ourselves into being in this wacky world of REI - I can definitely relate! :)
Just mixing the mortar with only a stick was pretty tough, it really caked up. And, I had to act fast using the trowel to scoop up the mortar and lay the brick. I still can't believe the handle of the trowel broke, it was such a pain! But, I guess another lesson learned. Glad you liked the post, thanks for stopping by! :)
Wow all I can say is that you are a great writer! Where can I contact you if I want to hire you?
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