Masonry & Tuckpointing, Somerset CountyYour Local Masonry and Tuckpointing Experts in Somerset County, NJ
Brick has deep roots in Somerset County, and many chimneys here are now old enough that their joints are giving out. When mortar wears back from the face of the brick, water sits in the joint, freezes and pushes the brick apart. Repointing early saves the brick. Our masons grind out the failed mortar, repoint with a mix suited to the age of the brick, replace spalled units and rebuild chimney tops where the damage runs too deep for repointing alone.
Somerset County, NJ
Masonry & Tuckpointing for Somerset County Homes
Brick making from the local red clay and shale was one of Somerville's early industries. Older, softer brick of that kind needs mortar no harder than the brick itself, so we match the mix to the masonry instead of using a strong modern one.
North Plainfield's Washington Park Historic District was added to the National Register in 1987. On a landmarked or locally regulated property, masonry work that changes how the chimney looks can need approval from the town's preservation body, so we keep repairs true to the original.
Our masons repoint chimneys in Somerville, North Plainfield, Bound Brook, Bernards Township and Bedminster.
When to Call Us
- Sandy or recessed mortar joints
- Gaps you can see daylight through
- Loose bricks near the top
- Water stains inside near the chimney
- Plants or moss growing in the joints
How the Job Goes
- Grind out
Failed mortar is removed to a sound depth without harming the brick.
- Repoint
Fresh mortar is packed in and tooled to match the existing joints.
- Replace bricks
Spalled or broken bricks are cut out and replaced.
- Clean up
Mortar dust and debris are cleaned off the roof and the yard.
Masonry & Tuckpointing Questions in Somerset County
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Any chimney service. Mention it when you call or book online.
Simple from the first call
How It Works
- Your callCall, text or book online
Tell us what you see or smell. A real person from our team answers and sets a time that suits you.
- The visitFree chimney inspection
Our own crew arrives in a marked Pro 1 van, covers the floor and inspects the chimney from the firebox to the cap, free of charge.
- The estimateFree written estimate
We walk you through what we found, in plain words, and put any repair in writing before work starts.
- The workThe job, done right
We do the work, clean up the roof, the yard and the room, and walk you through the finished job.
Book before the holidays. Fireplaces get their heaviest use from Thanksgiving to New Year. A free inspection now catches nests, creosote and cracked flue tiles before the first big fire and the family gatherings.
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