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What is masonry restoration?
Masonry restoration is generally defined as the repair of a masonry building or structure where the structural integrity and appearance is made to resemble the original construction. These efforts may actually, in fact, add to their building's integrity or composition. Consider this:
- Typically masonry damage is caused by moisture — liquid or vapor. When moisture freezes, it may expand with tremendous pressure, thereby cracking brick or mortar.
- Thermal movement of wall systems also results in the cracking of masonry, which can allow moisture to seep into the masonry and subsequently freeze.
To learn more, visit the masonry information page.
What is tuckpointing?
Tuckpointing is the process of cutting out old, deteriorated mortar to a uniform depth and placing new mortar in the joint. The deterioration of mortar is caused by erosion from water, wind and pollution, inadequate expansion joints, composition of the mortar, and/or uneven settling in the building foundation.
