Category Archives: Brick Re-Pointing

Why Inspecting Your Masonry is So Important

Symptoms that might mean my brick or masonry is failing

Sometimes when you look at your brick home (or business) the last thing you notice is the bricks and their condition. You might look at landscaping that needs work or roofing that needs to be replaced, but you don’t think about the bricks deteriorating. Masonry failure is not something you should ignore in your Virginia... Read More

5 Benefits of Brick Re-Pointing

What are the benefits of brick re-pointing? Perhaps, you are not familiar with the term repointing. Simply put, it is the process of repairing the mortar or joints between bricks when they become cracked or crumbly. Although this might seem like a simple task, having a clear understanding of the type of brick and type... Read More

How Does Water Damage Brick Mortar?

Mortar between bricks is susceptible to damage from water. Over time, rain or rising damp can erode the mortar. Reliable Waterproofing & Masonry offers repointing expertise to keep your brick facade standing strong. Years of rain or rising damp can erode the mortar between your brickwork. Bricks are a long-lasting material, but the external-facing mortar... Read More

Masonry Restoration for Your Historic Home

Many of us in Virginia live in historic homes, and we all know that a unique set of problems and interesting “features” can come with that. While older homes are beautiful and have lots of character, it is important to take special care when repairing and restoring them. This is because builders used different materials... Read More

Can My Brick Home Cause Water Problems?

Modern Weep Holes Can Cause Problems If you have a brick home in Virginia it is likely that you have noticed a small gap in the lower part of your home’s exterior. Many homeowners wonder if this gap in the brick was an accident, or a mistake made by the builders. You will be happy to know... Read More

Brick, Stone, & Masonry Problems in Virginia

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Common Problems with Brick, Stone, & Masonry in Richmond, VA It is hard to escape the masonry problems that affect older homes in Richmond, VA. At one time or another, you are likely to encounter these issues. Nothing is indestructible, especially when it is constantly exposed to rain, snow, hail, wind, heat, and freezing temperatures.... Read More

Enjoy Your Patio Again with Concrete Restoration in Virginia

Beautiful Concrete Repair for Your Virginia Home Summer, a time to enjoy the outdoors. The problem might be that you won’t enjoy it because your patio space is run down, cracked, and uneven. These types of concrete repair problems are very common in our area. Reliable Waterproofing and Masonry is a local expert in concrete... Read More

Spring Thaw Can Bring Masonry Problems to Richmond, Virginia

Because Virginia is located along the snow belt line, many homeowners experience the damaging effects of freezing weather. As ice and snow melt, masonry issues such as spalling, can quickly be seen on chimneys, retaining walls, and brick paving. Don’t wait to address your masonry problems, contact our foundation repair experts to assess your home.... Read More

Can Masonry Problems Lead to Water Problems in Your Virginia Home?

Masonry Saturation and Leakage in Virginia Masonry can provide a good moisture barrier. However, there are factors that can lead to water leakage. Some of these factors are: Weather exposure Density of masonry surface Porosity of the masonry unit or mortar joint Voids in masonry All of these play a role in how resistant the... Read More

Masonry and Brick Problems to Watch for in Your Virginia Home

Symptoms of Masonry and Brick Problems in Virginia Masonry and brick are subject to deterioration, especially at the mortar joints. Mortar consists primarily of lime and sand so over time, this lime and sand can deteriorate due to rain and other sources of water. Look around your Northern Virginia home and look for some of... Read More