Shrinkage cracks should be minimised by avoiding the use of rich cement mortar in masonry and by delaying.
Gap between door frame and brick wall.
The gap around a door frame is a structural necessity it allows you to fine tune the jamb level and acts as a buffer between the jamb and wall framing.
There should then be wall sarking against the timber frame to stop moisture and insulation within the timber frame behind the wall sarking.
Which is best for a gap between a garage door wood frame brick wall silicone sealant or expanding foam.
Prevention of cracks between masonry wall and door frame joints.
Building code states there must be minimum 25mm gap between brick and frame for ventilation.
Don t know if the photos do it justice.
You fine tune the level by inserting.
So the key here is to not seal up the brick too tightly.
Replace wood trim where appropriate.
Definitely create some space between the dirt around the house and landscaping and where the brick starts.
Try to keep water off of it.
There are regular weep holes for instance at the bottom of the wall that must be left open.