My boss wanted fast work on a wall but the bricks were damp

We had a big job to finish and the foreman said to use the bricks even though they got wet from rain. I knew it could cause problems later with the mortar not setting right. I told him we should wait, but he said time was money. How do you guys handle it when speed fights with doing things the right way?

3 comments

3 Comments

robinwalker1mo ago

Man, I took a pic to cover myself later, did that work?

colemiller1mo ago

Yeah, but that pic only proves the bricks were wet, not that you told the boss. Did you text it to him right then?

troy9771mo ago

Look, the foreman has to meet deadlines and waiting on bricks isn't always an option. A little moisture might not even mess up the mortar if your mix is on point. Guys like robinwalker taking pictures are just wasting time trying to cover their backs. You gotta trust the boss's call and keep moving, because finishing the job fast often matters more than perfect conditions.