Common block layout mistakes: chasing level instead of plumb and how to recover quickly
Introduction Chasing level instead of plumb means building so the wall looks straight horizontally but the verticals are off. This is a common block layout mistake that can hide misalignment until the structure bears load. Remember that plumb is the vertical reference, while…
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