Des Plaines Bungalow Chimney Rebuild
Pre-1960 Des Plaines brick hates hard, dense modern mortar. Our repointing matches joint hardness and color so the wall can move with freeze-thaw instead of shearing the brick edges.
Our process
- 1 Repointing vs. tuckpointing — what's the difference Repointing is the core structural repair: removing old mortar and installing new. Tuckpointing is a decorative technique that adds a contrasting line. Many Chicago's northwest suburbs homeowners requesting tuckpointing actually need solid repointing first — we'll give you an honest assessment.
- 2 Does mortar type really matter Crucially so for homes built before 1960. Soft, historic brick requires permeable lime-based mortar; hard modern cement mortar traps moisture and causes brick spalling. We custom-mix mortar to suit your home's age, not just use a standard mix.
- 3 How do you match my old mortar We analyze a sample of your existing mortar for color, aggregate size, and texture, then create a custom blend. A small test patch allows you to see the cured result before we proceed with the full job, ensuring a seamless match on your wall.
- 4 On-site Assessment Schedule a site visit in Des Plaines and nearby IL communities.
Repointing for Des Plaines homes
Repointing vs. tuckpointing — what’s the difference?
Repointing is the core structural repair: removing old mortar and installing new. Tuckpointing is a decorative technique that adds a contrasting line. Many Chicago’s northwest suburbs homeowners requesting tuckpointing actually need solid repointing first — we’ll give you an honest assessment.
Does mortar type really matter?
Crucially so for homes built before 1960. Soft, historic brick requires permeable lime-based mortar; hard modern cement mortar traps moisture and causes brick spalling. We custom-mix mortar to suit your home’s age, not just use a standard mix.
How do you match my old mortar?
We analyze a sample of your existing mortar for color, aggregate size, and texture, then create a custom blend. A small test patch allows you to see the cured result before we proceed with the full job, ensuring a seamless match on your wall.
Why Des Plaines residents choose us
Our promise: we arrive as scheduled, provide written quotes, and complete work on time. Our Des Plaines teams hold IL local references, and every repair is backed by a clear written scope. If our mortar fails, we return to fix it.
No sales talk. Just a figure.
Ready to start the Des Plaines masonry visit?
Tell us what you're seeing on the brick and we'll schedule a Des Plaines site visit and written package scope.
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