pros and cons of brick and block

Advantage:

-It can withstand heat thus giving fire protection to the house or buildings 
-It has better sound performance where it able to block the sound from outside.
-It also offers lower utility cost. Energy efficient homes its inherent mass qualities help keep a home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.
-It reduces the nation’s energy needs and produce a cleaner environment
-It offers wide range of non-fade colors.
-It does not require painting  for protection from being destroyed like woods. 
-It is a load bearing material which is it also help to support the building. 
-It is virtually maintenance-free. It never needs painting, caulking or staining.
-It won't burn or rot like other finish materials

As for the advantage of block, let’s look at the construction strength.
- Concrete block homes is better in withstand hurricane, tornado and earthquake with the help of steel reinforcement. Poured concrete are added in the central hollow space of the block walls.
- While for the appraisal value( projection of future cash flows), the labor costs and material used to construct block homes are cheaper than wood frame home.
- Most importantly blocks are environmentally friendly material. The blocks are made from sustainable resources that are recyclable.
-Blocks are not subject to same damage as woods, therefore it require lesser repairs will lessen the impact on landfills.

Disadvantage:

-During extreme weather, it may cause degradation of the surface due to frost damage. 
-It adds a lot of weight to the foundation. Therefore it increases the stress of the foundation which stronger foundation needed to support this bricks.
- When the brick show some damage, it is unable to repair that part only but to remove the entire wall section which very costly. Plus, material used are largely related.
- Poorly made bricks such as clinkers and older recycled bricks might be pitted, irregularly shaped, worn or prone to chipping.
- In humid climates, porous brick invites mold. It suffers damage as water and ice expand and contract in its pores.
- Brick is not cost-effective for many home builders. It can be damaged by vines.

The disadvantage of block is not insulated for northern climates because the frame wall are not being insulated. Therefore, the cold air from the outside will transfer into the house. Besides, block is not vulnerable to fire, mold and termites.