Mortar holds brickwork together. When it fails, the brick becomes vulnerable to moisture and movement.
Tuckpointing and repointing services are trusted by homeowners looking to protect their brickwork and prevent costly structural damage.
Delayed tuckpointing often leads to brick replacement or rebuilds that could have been avoided.
These before and after examples show how deteriorated mortar joints are restored through tuckpointing and repointing to improve stability and support long-term performance.
Tuckpointing means replacing old, crumbling mortar between bricks with new mortar so the wall stays strong and weather-tight.
When mortar fails, water gets into the wall. Over time, this causes brick damage, cracking, and higher repair costs.
Yes, if mortar is deteriorating. Fixing it early protects the bricks and prevents more serious structural repairs later.
Most tuckpointing work is completed within a short timeframe, depending on the size of the area. It is much faster than brick replacement.
The condition of the existing mortar is inspected to identify areas where moisture and movement have weakened the brickwork
Deteriorated mortar is carefully removed without damaging surrounding bricks.
New, properly matched mortar is installed to restore strength and protect the wall from moisture.
The repaired joints help extend the life of the brickwork and reduce the risk of future damage.
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