Charles Schiller

•Solid brick is much more stable in the event of an earthquake or heavy winds. Solid brick houses are resilient and may last centuries.
•Because there is no interior wood framing system, termites and decay are not an issue.
Benefits of Brick Veneer

Builders specifically choose brick veneer for the following functional and stylistic qualities:

•It is relatively easy to install, since there is only one layer of masonry.
•It is generally more affordable.
•It requires a relatively simple foundation and support system. Solid brick homes, by contrast, are very heavy, and require substantial footing and foundation systems.
•The air cavity between the brick and the home helps to keep moisture out of the home and acts as an effective insulating space, especially if it is filled with insulation. Solid brick walls are poor insulators, and also may allow moisture to penetrate exterior walls and cause problems in the home. Note that the house wrap beneath veneer may leak during heavy rain, perhaps due to the holes that are placed in the wrap during installation.

•Like solid brick, veneer is durable and fireproof, it looks fancy, and it requires little maintenance and no paint or stain.