MASONRY AND TUCKPOINTING

MASONRY AND TUCKPOINTING IN ST. LOUIS

St. Louis is full of historic homes that have stood the test of time, especially the ones made of brick. Brick is one of the most durable and long-lasting building materials, but that doesn’t mean that they are impervious to age or weather. If you maintain it properly, however, it’ll probably outlive you.

Your brick structures have been through a lot what with St. Louis’ ever-changing weather patterns and temperature shifts. You’re highly likely to find some issues in your home’s brick elements especially if you haven’t been vigilant in your maintenance.

You can count on Solomon Contracting’s 30 years of masonry experience to take care of your home properly. Since masonry and tuckpointing aren’t typical DIY skill sets, you’re going to want to call a professional to evaluate the state of your brick and mortar.

TUCKPOINTING SERVICES

First of all, what the heck is tuckpointing?

It’s a fancy word for replacing the mortar around your bricks, usually in the foundation, chimney, or porch steps. It’s a silly word for a service that is actually very important for your home maintenance, especially in preparation for winter. Cold weather and ice can tear your bricks apart if the mortar between them is damaged.

Even though your bricks will last for many years, the mortar will eventually become soft or ”rotten.” Tuckpointing is a regular maintenance service that will go a long way in preserving the brickwork of your house for many years to come.

If you have one of the many historical homes in St. Louis, tuckpointing is especially important for maintaining older brick structures that were made with more rudimentary materials. Tuckpointing will reinforce the structure by sealing it from exposure to the elements and make it look cleaner overall.