Experienced Tuckpointing Contractors
Tuckpointing is a refined masonry art that is used to repair and replace mortar joints in between bricks. Mortar will deteriorate much quicker than brick; moisture and other factors can contribute to mortar crumbling and failing. At Heritage Brick, we have decades of experience performing tuckpointing and other specialized masonry services. We serve the greater Twin Cities metro area for residential and commercial tuckpointing and masonry services.
Brick masonry offers longevity and class beauty. It can last for centuries when maintained. While brick is made to withstand the elements, the mortar that connects the bricks may deteriorate. Once the mortar weakens, the bricks can become loose and unstable, creating a dangerous situation. At Heritage Brick, we are tuckpointing contractors that can perform expert tuckpointing and brick restoration to extend the lifespan of your brick structure.
What Is Tuckpointing Brick Repair?
When the mortar between bricks begins to deteriorate, there is lost stability in the structure. Moisture is the enemy of mortar. When it seeps into cracks in brick walls, it can slowly breakdown the mortar joints. Tuckpointing brick repair uses specialized techniques to carefully remove and replace the damaged mortar. This requires using specific techniques to retain the integrity of the brick structure while replacing the mortar. Not only is it important to replace the mortar for brick restoration, tuckpointing involves matching the mortar and creating contrasting lines for aesthetic purposes.
Tuckpointing vs Repointing
Repointing services are different than tuckpointing. Repointing will replace mortar joints to protect a brick structure, but it does not involve the aesthetic aspects of tuckpointing. The art and skill of tuckpointing includes carefully matching the mortar and creating contrasting lines between the brick. Tuckpointing repair replace deteriorating mortar while restoring the classic beauty of a brick structure. Our skilled craftsmen utilize advanced techniques, tools and artistry to restore residential and commercial brick buildings in St. Paul, Minneapolis and the surrounding cities.
If you have crumbling mortar on your brick home or commercial building in the Twin Cities metro area, contact us at Heritage Brick. We are experienced masonry specialists, serving our Minnesota neighbors since 1973. Contact us today to schedule a brick repair evaluation with one of our seasoned masons to receive a quote for tuckpointing repair.