Tuckpointing in Michigan

Is your brick looking worn, with mortar that’s cracked, recessed or missing? Tuckpointing restores the mortar joints between your bricks, bringing back your home’s original look and sealing out the water that causes most brick damage in Michigan. The sooner it’s done, the less the mortar and brick around it will suffer.

At Mortar City Masonry, tuckpointing is one of our core specialties. Tuckpointing:

• Removes deteriorated mortar and replaces it with new, color-matched mortar
• Repairs damage caused by structural stress and years of weather exposure
• Restores the strength and structural integrity of walls and chimneys
• Creates a tight seal between bricks that keeps moisture out
• Makes your whole exterior look sharper and newer

Signs You Need Tuckpointing

• Mortar joints that are cracked, crumbling, sandy or partly missing
• Gaps between bricks, or mortar that has worn back from the brick face
• Cracked or crumbling brick next to failing joints
• Loose bricks or compromised areas on walls, steps or chimneys
• Damp spots or water stains on interior walls behind the brick

Not sure what you’re looking at? Our masons will inspect your brickwork and give you a personal plan and budget. You can also read 5 warning signs it’s time for tuckpointing and what causes mortar cracking.

Our Tuckpointing Process

• Inspect the joints and bricks to find the cause of the deterioration.
• Remove damaged mortar to a consistent depth without harming the brick edges.
• Match the new mortar’s color and texture to your existing joints.
• Repoint the joints in layers and tool them to match the original profile.
• Replace any cracked or spalled bricks found along the way, and clean up.

Benefits of Tuckpointing

• Prolongs the life of your brick walls and chimney
• Stops water from getting behind the brick and freezing
• Creates crisp, clean mortar lines and hides worn brick edges
• Costs far less than rebuilding a wall or chimney
• Improves curb appeal and home value

Tuckpointing FAQs

What’s the difference between tuckpointing and repointing?

Both replace failing mortar. Tuckpointing traditionally adds a contrasting fine line to make joints look crisp; today the terms are often used interchangeably for removing old mortar and filling the joints with new mortar.

Will the new mortar match my old mortar?

Yes. We match the color and texture of your existing mortar so repairs blend in. Learn more about natural vs. colored mortar.

When is the best time of year for tuckpointing in Michigan?

Mortar needs to cure above freezing, so most tuckpointing is done from spring through fall. See how winter conditions affect mortar.

Brickwork by Licensed Masonry Contractors

Along with tuckpointing, we offer:

• Chimney repair, rebuilding and new chimney installation
• Brick repair, spalling repair and crumbling brick replacement
• Brick paving, paver repair and brick borders
• Brick wall repair and retaining wall construction
• Stamped concrete cleaning and sealing
• Glass block, limestone steps and cultured stone

Tuckpointing Across Metro Detroit

We provide tuckpointing throughout Oakland County, Macomb County and Wayne County, including Royal Oak, Northville, Roseville, St. Clair Shores and Warren.

Prefer to talk to a nearby office? Visit our Royal Oak office, our Northville office, or see the Metro Detroit communities we serve.

Schedule a Quote for Tuckpointing in Michigan Today

Call our masonry contractors at (586) 533-1305 to schedule your free inspection and quote.