Our trained technicians then replace it with new mortar that is a close match to your existing brick or stone materials, then applying putty to form contrasting lines within an impression on the mortar. Conventional tuckpointing is a reliable practice for the restoration of historic brick homes. However, it can make most any type of brick structure with aging mortar look much better. The frequency of tuckpointing largely depends upon the mortar’s current condition.

Generally, we recommend tuckpointing should be performed every 25 to 30 years.

There are definitely many benefits to scheduling our professional tuckpointing services, such as:

-Essential for maintaining structural integrity and durability. Without a doubt, tuckpointing serves to maintain the structural strength of your residential or commercial building by removing aging and damaged mortar joints. This prevents more corrosion that can result in structural instability.

-Prevents water damage. Another important benefit to tuckpointing is that prevents water from getting into your basement. Water intrusion can lead to major problems like rot and the formation of mildew and mold. Plus, tuckpointing protects the bricks and overall structure from exposure to the elements.

-Improves appearance. Looking for ways to refresh your home’s aesthetic? Tuckpointing can significantly enhance the look of your home’s masonry. It creates the appearance of thin, sharp mortar lines and also conceals deterioration along the edges of the bricks.

-Prolongs the lifespan of the structure, protects against further corrosion.
Tuckpointing is critical for stopping the process of unsightly corrosion. When mortar starts to deteriorate, moisture can seep into the chimney and eventually cause the brick masonry to weaken and come apart.