Old mortar ground out and replaced with fresh, color-matched mortar so water stays out and the wall looks crisp again.
The mortar between your bricks is the part of the wall that was meant to wear out first. It takes the weather so the bricks do not have to. After decades of rain, sun and freezing nights, joints crack, recess and crumble, and water starts to slip behind the face. Tuckpointing replaces that mortar before the damage spreads into the bricks.
We grind out the old joints to a clean, even depth, blow out the dust, dampen the brick and pack in new mortar in thin layers. Then we tool each joint to the original profile. Done properly, the wall looks freshly laid and sheds water the way it should for many years to come.
We cut the joints to a consistent depth without chipping the brick edges. Shallow cuts leave weak mortar behind, and deep cuts can harm the wall, so depth control matters.
Mortar that is harder than the brick pushes stress into the brick faces. We test samples for color and use a mix that is softer than the unit it surrounds.
Mortar goes in thin lifts so it bonds fully and does not shrink away from the sides of the joint. Rushing this step is the usual reason repairs fail.
Concave, flush or struck joints each have a look and a purpose. We copy the original profile so the wall keeps its character.
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BeforeAfterNo chipped edges.
Samples before the work.
Tight, full joints.
Strong bond all the way in.
Looks like the first day.
No mortar smears left behind.
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 guideMortar and GroutThe mortar between units does the quiet work in every masonry wall. Here is what it is and…Learn more 
Project situationCurb Appeal UpgradesA new walk, a brick mailbox or a stone-faced entry can change how a home feels from the…Learn more Enter the width and height of a wall to see how many bricks and bags of mortar to plan for.
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.
Many walls go several decades. Exposed, sunny or wet walls may need it sooner, so a quick look every few years helps.
Grinding makes dust. We use shrouded tools and vacuums, and we protect plants and openings.
The terms are used loosely. Both mean replacing old mortar joints with new ones.
It can look a little lighter until it cures. Matching and curing time bring it in line.
Yes. We can start with the areas that leak and plan the rest for later.
Brick Masonry RepairsCracked bricks, crumbling mortar, loose courses and leaning corners, repaired by hand so the wall looks original and…Explore 
Mortar Matching and BlendingCustom mortar mixes matched to your existing wall in color, texture and strength so repairs disappear into the…Explore 
Historic Masonry RestorationCareful restoration of older brick and stone, using soft lime mortars and period techniques to preserve character and…Explore 
Masonry Sealing and WaterproofingBreathable sealers and waterproofing that repel rain while letting the wall dry out, with the repairs that make…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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