Careful restoration of older brick and stone, using soft lime mortars and period techniques to preserve character and stop damage.
Nashville has beautiful older buildings, from brick bungalows and Victorian homes to stone churches and storefronts. Their masonry was built with soft, lime-rich mortar and handmade brick. Repairing it with modern, hard cement mortar can do more harm than good, because the harder mortar traps moisture and cracks the softer brick.
Our restoration work respects how old walls were built. We study the existing mortar, match its color, texture and hardness and repair only what needs repairing. We clean gently, never sandblast, and replace brick with salvaged or carefully matched units. The goal is a wall that looks like it has always been there and keeps standing for another century.
We look at mortar color, joint profile, brick type and bonding pattern so the repair matches the way the building was originally made.
Old brick needs mortar that is softer than the brick itself so moisture can leave through the joints. We mix lime-based mortars that suit your wall.
Harsh blasting removes the hard fired skin of brick and invites damage. We use low-pressure and gentle methods instead.
Where bricks have failed, we use salvaged units or match size, color and texture closely so the repair is nearly invisible.
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BeforeAfterPreserves character.
Kind to old brick.
No harsh blasting.
Nearly invisible repairs.
Mortar and brick analyzed.
Done the right way.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationHistoric Brick HomesOlder brick homes have soft, handmade materials and details that need a gentler hand. Here is how we…Learn more 
Material guideClay BrickFired clay brick is the classic masonry material. Here is how it looks, performs and ages in Tennessee…Learn more 
Material guideMortar and GroutThe mortar between units does the quiet work in every masonry wall. Here is what it is and…Learn more Pick what you see on your brick, stone or chimney to learn what it may mean and how urgent it is.
You tell us about the wall, chimney, patio or idea and the timeline, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We walk the property, look closely at the masonry, show brick and stone samples and talk through the layout.
We measure everything, write a proposal and coordinate any association approvals or permits.
We mark the work area, protect lawns and plants, excavate and set footings and bases.
Our masons lay brick, stone and block by hand, checking level, plumb and spacing at every stage.
We tool the joints, clean the faces, walk the project with you, share care tips and leave the site clean.
It is harder than old brick and can damage it. Softer lime mortar is safer.
Yes. We follow guidelines and help with the review process.
Yes. We repair and repoint stone with matched materials.
Yes, using gentle methods tested on a small area first.
It depends on the size and condition. We give a schedule after the study.
Tuckpointing and RepointingOld mortar ground out and replaced with fresh, color-matched mortar so water stays out and the wall looks…Explore 
Mortar Matching and BlendingCustom mortar mixes matched to your existing wall in color, texture and strength so repairs disappear into the…Explore 
Brick Cleaning and EfflorescenceGentle cleaning that removes dirt, stains, moss and the white mineral haze called efflorescence without harming the brick.Explore 
Lintel and Arch RepairRusted steel lintels, sagging arches and cracked brick over windows and doors repaired so the opening is supported…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
Or call (615) 357-7797 to talk now.
