First for Brick Repairs and Brick Replacements in Reading | Addressing Substandard Brickwork
Poor brickwork does more than spoil the style of a property. It also weakens the structure, allows for water ingress and lowers long-term values. If you have spotted cracked mortar, spalled bricks or uneven joints, you are most likely dealing with substandard workmanship. It isn’t uncommon for us to encounter buildings in Reading that are in disrepair due to cheap brickwork services and construction services.
At Lime Mortar Repointing Ltd, we offer a remedial brickwork service in Reading to address substandard workmanship. We focus on defective work that has been carried out by less-than-reputable contractors.
Call us today to book in for the following:
- Lime Mortar Repointing
- Sand Repointing
- Cement Repointing
- Brick Repairs
- Brick Replacements
- Structural Cleaning Work
Our team understands traditional and modern construction methods, so we can restore brickwork properly and not with short-term fixes.
Brick Repairs in Reading
Damaged brickwork often starts with poor materials and rushed labour so we will regularly attend properties in Reading where an incorrect cement mix, shallow pointing or badly-matched bricks have resulted in early failure. Brick repairs address the root cause of the issue.
We assess the condition of your walls, identify inappropriate mortar use and check for excess moisture. From there, we carry out targeted brick repairs that blend in correctly with the existing structure.
Common issues we can correct include:
- Cracked and crumbling mortar joints or poor bonding
- Failed cement repointing trapping in moisture
- Incompatible sand repointing on older buildings
- Structural movements caused by weak mortar joints
- Frost-damaged and weather-exposed brickwork façades
You benefit from brick repairs that protect the integrity of a build and extend its lifespan whilst reducing your ongoing repair costs.
Brick Replacements in Reading
When bricks are beyond economical repair, brick replacements become more essential. This is not simply a case of removing one brick and slotting in another. Poor brick replacements can lead to mismatched finishes and further structural problems. Over time, failures occur and this results in extensive work to restore the build’s condition.
We source matching bricks for properties in Reading, either for use on modern builds or for period homes. Each brick we replaced can be installed with the correct mortar mix to ensure compatibility with the masonry. This is especially important on older properties where lime mortar repointing is often required instead of a hard cement.
Lime Mortar Repointing in Reading
Many of the problems we encounter in Reading come from inappropriate cement repointing on older buildings. Cement is far too rigid for a traditional brickwork façade. It traps moisture and leads to cracked bricks which, over the years, will lead to internal dampness issues.
Lime mortar repointing allows the building to breathe.
It flexes with natural movement and will reduce the risks of future damage. We remove defective mortar carefully and apply a lime-based mix suited to the age and the condition of the build in question.
For a new building, sand repointing or cement repointing is used but only if specified and installed correctly. We will always match the mortar to the construction type. This will prevent a repeat failure.
Structural Cleaning in Reading
Substandard brickwork services and construction services often leave façades stained, smeared and damaged. Mortar splashes, paint spills and aggressive cleaning methods can ruin the appearance of the walls but a structural cleaning service can remove contaminants without us harming the brick face. We use methods based on brick type and age.
This restores the original finish and prepares the surface for safer repointing services, or for brick repairs and brick replacements. If you are planning construction work or alterations in Reading, using us for structural cleaning ensures new bonds always work correctly.
They also look consistent with the rest of the property.
Lime Mortar Repointing Ltd
You need contractors who understand brickwork, not a general builder offering nothing more than patch repairs. We focus solely on high-end brickwork services and construction services related to masonry. Our team already has an established reputation in the Reading area.
When you hire Lime Mortar Repointing Ltd, you can expect:
- Clear assessments and honest advice from trade professionals
- The correct mortar selection for lime mortar repointing
- Cement repointing and sand repointing where appropriate
- Brick repairs to uphold structural integrity in a build
- Brick replacements matched to a property’s original style
- Professional structural cleaning in all local Reading areas
We correct the mistakes others leave behind.
We do not cut corners. Instead, we follow proven methods and work to industry standards so that your brickwork will perform as it should.
If your property in Reading shows signs of substandard brickwork, or if you are unhappy with brickwork services or construction services used in the past, call us today. Small defects quickly become larger structural issues but brick repairs and brick replacements from Lime Mortar Repointing Ltd restore condition and protect your investment.