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Matt's Masonry Contractors

As a trusted provider of masonry and tuckpointing services, our company has been serving the community for many years. We specialize in providing high-quality services that not only improve the appearance of your home but also its structural integrity. Whether you need tuckpointing, brick repair, or decorative stonework, we can handle it all with professionalism and attention to detail. We believe that every project is an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to excellence, and we are dedicated to delivering results that stand the test of time. Our focus on craftsmanship, customer service, and reliability sets us apart from the competition.

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THE ROLE OF MORTAR

Tuckpointing Is About More Than Filling Cracks

Brick usually gets the attention, but mortar joints do much of the daily work in a masonry wall. They sit between individual units, absorb small changes within the assembly, and form part of the exterior surface exposed to rain, snow, and repeated temperature changes. When mortar begins to crumble, separate from the brick, or erode deeply into the joint, the repair should go beyond spreading a thin layer of new material over the surface. Proper repointing removes deteriorated mortar until a sound joint is reached, then rebuilds that joint with new mortar packed and tooled into place. Brick Industry Association guidance identifies deteriorated, cracked, voided, and significantly eroded joints as conditions where repointing may be appropriate. The mortar itself also matters. On older masonry, a replacement mix that is substantially harder or less permeable than the original can concentrate stress at the brick and contribute to face spalling. The goal is compatibility, not simply choosing the strongest mortar available.

Reduces moisture entry

Sound mortar joints reduce direct pathways for water through the exterior face of the masonry.

Preserves surrounding brick

A compatible repair avoids placing unnecessary stress on older or softer masonry units.

Addresses actual joint failure

Deteriorated mortar is removed rather than hidden beneath a shallow cosmetic layer.

Restores joint depth and profile

Properly packed and tooled mortar rebuilds the joint as part of the wall, not as a surface coating.

What Happens Above a Window Matters to the Wall Around It

Every opening interrupts a masonry wall. Doors and windows remove the continuous support that brickwork would otherwise have, so the masonry above the opening needs a structural element capable of carrying that load across the gap. In many brick buildings, that job belongs to a steel lintel. A lintel problem does not always announce itself with one dramatic crack. The first signs may be stepped cracking near a window corner, displaced mortar, brick movement directly above the opening, or corrosion visible along the steel edge. Excessive lintel deflection is a recognized cause of cracking above masonry openings. Before replacing brick or repointing the same crack again, the opening should be looked at as a complete assembly. The steel support, water management above the opening, surrounding masonry, and allowance for material movement can all affect what appears on the face of the wall. Brick Industry Association guidance specifically treats lintel design, corrosion protection, flashing, weeps, and differential movement as connected considerations.

Load Support

A lintel carries masonry across an opening, so excessive bending or inadequate support can create cracking in the brickwork above.

Steel Condition

Unprotected steel exposed to harsh conditions requires maintenance because corrosion can compromise the lintel area over time.

Moisture Control

Flashing and weeps around lintels help collect water within the wall and direct it back to the exterior.

Material Movement

Brick and steel respond differently to temperature and moisture, making movement detailing an important part of the opening.

READING THE WALL

A Crack Is a Symptom. The Pattern Tells the Story.

Masonry damage is easier to understand when the wall is treated as a system rather than a collection of individual bricks. The location, direction, and shape of a crack can provide useful clues. Brick Industry Association guidance notes that crack patterns often help indicate whether distress is connected to movement, settlement, or deflection.

Observe the Pattern

A diagonal crack near an opening tells a different story than an eroded horizontal joint or a vertical separation near a building corner.

Trace Moisture Paths

Open mortar joints, failed sealant, damaged flashing, and blocked drainage points can allow moisture to reach areas where it remains hidden.

Consider Movement

Brickwork changes dimension with temperature and moisture. When normal movement is restrained or neighboring materials move differently, stress can develop in the masonry.

Repair the Cause

The correct response may involve repointing, replacing damaged brick, restoring drainage, repairing a lintel, or addressing a movement condition. The visible crack is not always the entire problem.

Long-lasting masonry repair begins with diagnosis. Replacing a few cracked bricks can improve the appearance of a wall, but appearance alone does not explain why they cracked. The better approach is to understand how water, support, and movement are affecting the assembly, then repair the part of the system that is actually failing. Structural cracking in particular may require professional investigation before a repair method is selected.

BUILT FOR A CHANGING CLIMATE

Why Brick Has Remained at Home in Illinois

Fired Masonry Units

Brick is a fired ceramic material. Its physical properties and resistance to freezing conditions depend partly on the unit itself and on how much moisture is present within its pore structure.

Freeze-Thaw Is Really a Moisture Issue

Freezing becomes more damaging when masonry approaches saturation. Good detailing aims to reduce prolonged saturation so water does not remain trapped in the wall during freezing conditions.

Walls Are Allowed to Move

Brickwork changes with temperature and also undergoes moisture-related expansion. Proper movement joints help prevent normal dimensional changes from becoming unwanted cracking.

The Wall Can Be Maintained

Mortar joints, sealants, weeps, flashing, and individual damaged bricks can be inspected and repaired as conditions develop. That maintainability is an important part of long-term masonry performance.

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Real Stories from Our Customers

I'm so pleased with the chimney repair service I received. These masonry contractors were punctual and did a fantastic job job. Highley recommend.

Great experience with these masonry contractors! They worked quickly and professionally, and my chimney is in perfect shape now.

The tuckpointing work on my home was done with great attention to detail. The new mortar blends perfectly, and my hose looks refreshed and well-maintained.

My chimney was in rough shape, but these experts handled both the masonry repair and tick pointing perfectly the structure is now Saturday and the bricks look amazing!