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The Top Methods for Brick Restoration This Spring

Friday, March 8th, 2024

Does your building need brick restoration this spring? DelPrete Masonry can help.

As winter chill begins to fade, spring brings the perfect opportunity to assess and revitalize the exterior of your brick buildings. No matter what the purpose of your brick building is, maintaining the integrity of brick structures is crucial for their longevity and aesthetic appeal. In this blog, we’ll explore the top methods for restoring brick this spring, ensuring that your property stands the test of time. If you notice the need for brick restoration this spring, contact DelPrete Masonry professionals for the best services. (more…)

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What Treatments Are Included in Brick Restoration?

Thursday, October 12th, 2023

Brick restoration services include a few key treatments, including repointing.

Brick restoration is a key part of masonry restoration. When your brick building looks faded and has acquired damages over time, you can trust a professional masonry contractor to restore the brick using various treatments. During a brick restoration, your contractor may repair mortar, revitalize brick color, waterproof surfaces, and replace loose bricks. If you are ready for brick restoration from DelPrete Masonry, learn more about what restorative processes can bring your bricks back to their former glory. (more…)

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Prevent These 4 Causes of Commercial Masonry Leaks

Wednesday, September 6th, 2023

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Repointing is one way to fix commercial masonry leaks.

Masonry is known for its durability and sturdiness, but as long-lasting as good commercial masonry work can be, it’s not impervious to issues. If not properly maintained (which includes regular cleaning and other maintenance), moisture can make its way into brick or stone and potentially cause real problems. Once you discover commercial masonry leaks, you must take care of them quickly. Thankfully, we have four common causes of commercial masonry leaks detailed below, which can help you know what to look for and how to prevent the problem from getting out of hand. (more…)

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When You May Need to Repoint Bricks In Your Building

Thursday, February 9th, 2023

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Is it time to repoint bricks in your building? Look for these signs.

Brick buildings are notoriously long-lasting and aesthetically appealing. Sturdy bricks and straight lines of mortar create a powerful impression on anybody. However, even the sturdiest brick structures may need repairs from time to time to stay in their best condition. You may need to repoint bricks at some point to maintain the look of your commercial building. Before committing to repointing, it’s important to know why repointing may be needed and why failing to do so may cause more problems. Read on to learn more about repointing bricks before calling the pros at DelPrete Masonry to repair your building. (more…)

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What to Consider When Repointing Mortar

Friday, December 16th, 2022

Although the process sounds simple, there are considerations when repointing mortar.

Repointing is the process of repairing broken-down mortar and replacing it with new mortar. Although the process sounds simple, there are considerations when repointing mortar. Also, mortar joints maintain the building’s strength and are meant to break down. However, as long as they are repointed on time, the building will retain its original integrity and stability. Fortunately, repointing mortar is less invasive than replacing the entire stone, brick, or concrete sections. So, knowing the basics of repointing mortar is advisable for all business owners as it provides you leverage when talking to mason professionals. (more…)

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The Importance of Masonry Repointing

Friday, March 11th, 2022

The importance of masonry repointing can prevent further damages to existing disintegrating walls in a structure.

While mortar lasts long, it does wear out with time, and then maintenance is necessary to keep the wall of a building sealed. To replace the masonry in a disintegrating wall, the process of repointing must be completed. Unsure what your masonry structure needs? Read on for some notes on the importance of masonry repointing. (more…)

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The Process of Replacing Your Brick Joints

Monday, May 25th, 2020

Now and then, even though you deal with the brick around your home or business, fixes should be made. One of the most well-known fixes is repointing brick joints where mortar breaks down or around free or split bricks. Releasing harmed or dissolved mortar unrepaired can cause an entire host of issues, generally from water damage. Repointing your bricks can extend the life of your home siding, yard, steps, and more. Here is how the process works.

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The Process of Repairing and Repointing a Wall

Wednesday, January 31st, 2018

Whenever you have a wall that needs a little tender loving care (or mortar), it’s time to call in a repointing expert.

Repointing a brick wall is a straightforward process, but without the right supplies and process, it’s not all that easy at all! Whenever you have a wall that needs a little tender loving care (or mortar), it’s time to call in a repointing expert. Here’s what you need to know about repairing and repointing a wall. (more…)

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The Basics of Repointing a Wall

Friday, September 22nd, 2017

The quality of the mortar surrounding your masonry has a direct effect on the stability and longevity of the bricks, so repointing is an essential part of brick wall maintenance.

At some point, every commercial and residential building with beautiful exterior masonry will need to be repointed. Repointing is the process of replacing the mortar in between bricks and prevents the building from water damage. The quality of the mortar surrounding your masonry has a direct effect on the stability and longevity of the bricks, so repointing is an essential part of brick wall maintenance. (more…)

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