External House Holes in Brick Render

[andyhuk]

Hi

I have moved into a 70's house and there are alot of wholes in the external render around bricks due to things being hung and cable ties etc.

There are also a couple of places where bricks have been replaced and the mortar is grey and dosnt match the red colour of the rest of the brick work.

I have been looking for some ready mixed red render but can only find grey. Does anyone know where I can get red from? I only do basic diy tasks so didnt want to attempt to mix it manually.

Also there is what I presume to be damp corsing showing at a part of the house. Can you advise why this is showing? What do I need to do.

Pics are attached. Any guidance and advice is appreciated.

P.s dont worry about the dampness on the bottom bricks, thats from my hose pipe earlier.

 

[vinn]

Your wall is a cavity wall but if it concerns you to have fixing holes left open then:

Just mix a little sand and cement with a little water, and plug the holes with dabs of the mix.
You can buy small bags of repair sand & cement at plumbing or builder's supplier's.

There's no need for changing the colour of the pointing or the dabs.

Your DPC is fine & shouldn't concern you.

There is a dryer vent terminal in the wall thats been sealed with white sealant - does the vent still work?