Brick repair

Although brick is known for its durability, you may have to bust out the supplies for some DIYable fixes every now and then. Most often, this manifests itself in the need to fix the mortar that holds the bricks together, which can crack, recede, and fall out of the joints over time. If you don’t […]

<div class="flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end"> <div> <div class="pt-0"> <div class="gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full"> <div class="relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8">This guide gives practical tips for spotting signs of mortar damage, picking the right materials, and repairing your brickwork step by step. Whether you’re taking on the job…

Brick and Mortar Repairs Brick Doctor is the leading brick repair specialist in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We specialize in crack repairs and replacing broken brick due to foundation settling, vehicle damage, plumbing repair damage, and deterioration problems. These repairs involve several important details to insure they are both professional looking and long lasting. Determining […]

Masonry: How to Repair Mortar Joints A beginner’s guide to tuckpointing Bricks provide durable cladding for interior and exterior walls, chimneys, and fireplaces. But the mortar used to fill joints deteriorates over time—even if the bricks themselves are still in good shape. That’s where tuckpointing comes into play. Used to cosmetically enhance the appearance of masonry, […]

Restore crumbling mortar joints with a chisel, a grinder and a lot of patience

Identifying minor damages in brick wall on time ensures that you can perform the repairs before a major damage takes place. Here’s how you must go for it.

Learn how to spot brickwork problems with a simple maintenance check, and how to repair damage to avoid potential structural issues

In brick structures, the mortar between the joints will deteriorate & have to be replaced in a process called tuckpointing. Learn more about tuckpointing.