Brick Repointing in Carrollton, TXBrick homes are difficult to destroy. That is well known to everybody who has read The Three Little Pigs. But eventually, the mortar between the bricks will start to deteriorate. More than just an eyesore, broken brick mortar is problematic. Water can seep into the cracks, freeze there, expand, and further widen the fissures. Brick mortar can occasionally be completely gone after crumbling and falling out over time rather than merely being fractured. Repointing your brick is the typical, affordable solution to this problem. It is advisable to hire a professional like Stone Masters Brick Repair to complete the task.
The clay used to make bricks is porous, with certain bricks being more porous than others depending on the components and manufacturing process. Brick walls are frequently covered with a waterproof sealer to stop water from seeping into the bricks because all bricks are packed with capillaries that will absorb water like a sponge. Rainwater can seep through the top or sides of the brick when the pointing is damaged since there is no waterproof seal there. Bricks that contain water will freeze, expand, and crack in cold temperatures. Bricks that have been damaged by frost may split or even crumble. Bricks with a rough, eroded surface are typically a result of freeze-thaw degradation. In addition to losing their watertight seal, these damaged bricks' rough surface slows and gathers water instead of letting it flow away smoothly, repeating the cycle of water intrusion and destruction. Bricks nearby are susceptible to surrounding pointing crumbling away. This cycle is what ultimately weakens an entire wall and results in severe penetrating damp from a single broken or untreated brick. If a brick is found to have lost its smooth surface, we will remove it with a specialized brick cutter and turn it over so the undamaged part is facing outwards. By doing this, you can increase the brick's lifespan while continuing to use the same brick stock. Since you can only do this once, it's critical to monitor the condition of your wall and promptly repair any damaged bricks or pointing. One brick can be replaced far more quickly, easily, and affordably than an entire wall can be repaired, not to mention any harm caused by penetrating damp inside your home. |
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