A properly constructed masonry building can last for decades. Masonry structures, however, require periodic maintenance. Over time, the mortar joints become cracked and loose and need repair. A ...

Water, snow and ice erode both brick and mortar. Perhaps the most damaging of the three is ice. Water that soaks into the mortar between brick can and does freeze. Water expands as it freezes and this ...

Q-Some of the mortar in my brick chimney is cracked and falling out and I would like to do the necessary tuck-pointing myself. Do you have any advice? A-Scrape out all the old mortar that is loose and ...

This brick was installed 129 years ago. This might very well be the original mortar. It’s survived many a harsh New Hampshire winter. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: I need to repair the ...