Reddit User Hunts for Brick Salvage Beyond Pitsch

Pitsch on Richmond is the go-to for many a Grand Rapids renovator, but one local Reddit user is ready to branch out. A recent post from u/DetroitZamboniMI asks fellow residents to share their favorite architectural salvage spots—specifically for bricks—beyond the well-known Richmond Avenue yard. The request signals a healthy appetite for reclaimed materials in a city that loves its historic bones.

While the full thread and replies are tucked behind Reddit’s login wall, the question itself is a good one. As older homes get loving updates and new builds seek character, brick salvage has become a prized find. Pitsch is a sturdy standby, but smaller demolition sales, estate cleanouts, and even neighborhood Buy Nothing groups occasionally yield gems. The post is a neat reminder that Grand Rapids is full of folks committed to building with a sense of place.

If you’ve got a line on a barn full of old Chicago commons or a demo site with brick to spare, the thread is still open for suggestions. The hunt continues, and it’s likely more than a few Westsiders know a secret stack or two. Share the wealth—your neighbor’s next front porch might just depend on it.