Advantages of Having Your Home Tuckpointed
Tuckpointing is a valuable preventative measure, that can help protect your home from possible damage that occurs over time. Moisture entry, during freeze/thaw cycles, through brickwork can cause brick movement and damage to the interior of your home. Tuckpointing also extends the life of the masonry (brick) and adds structural integrity to the walls of your home. In addition, changing the color of the mortar is an option to give your home a new look as well as add curb appeal and value.
The Tuckpointing Process
Below you'll find a step by step process that our team will implement on our tuckpointing jobs. From start to finish, we'll provide you with a clear explanation of what you can expect from us.
Step 1 - Grind
Remove at least 1/2 inch of the old joint to ensure a strong bond between the new and old mortar. After grinding cleaning dust out of the joints will also ensure a strong bond.
Step 2 - Tuckpointing
Tuckpoint new mortar in joints with color to match existing or owner specified color. Color can be matched to nearly any old mortar.
Step 3 - Replacing Brick
If needed, new brick are chosen specifically to match your existing brick for a uniform look.
Step 4 - Brush
Brushing completed tuckpointing will give the joint a smooth finish.
Step 5 - Acid Wash
Acid Washing is sometimes used to remove excess dust and mortar from the brick for a clean and natural look.
Step 6 - Waterproof
Applying a silicone based sealer after the work is completed and once every 1-2 years will ensure your tuckpointing lasts for several years.
Step 7 - Clean Site
Clean and Remove all debris from job site. Job site should look as good as or cleaner than it was before work was started.
