Brick replacement for facades that have to last
We cut failed units and replace them with matched brick — commercial, historic, or multi-unit. Paint is not a repair.
Brick Repair for Elmhurst homes
Chicago winters exact a toll on brickwork
Water penetration and subsequent freezing within a brick unit causes its surface to delaminate—the spalling frequently observed on older the western suburbs residences. Cracking and efflorescence often follow this same moisture intrusion. Each compromised brick creates a vulnerability for further damage.
Salvaged and matched brick, never substitutes
Pre-1960 brick possesses a softer composition and distinct dimensions unlike contemporary stock. We procure reclaimed or custom-matched units for accurate color, texture, and size. Every replacement is bedded in a compatible, permeable mortar, ensuring the repair blends invisibly into the existing wall.
Repairs engineered to outlast the wall around them
Isolated bricks can often be replaced individually; more extensive damage may necessitate partial reconstruction. We first diagnose the root moisture cause before laying any brick. This foundational analysis distinguishes true restoration from mere repetitive fixing.
The Trust of Elmhurst Homeowners
Historic Elmhurst brickwork merits a solution beyond a temporary fix. Our network masons diagnose the moisture cause behind each problem, formulate mortar that complements the original brick, and tool each joint to mirror the wall’s existing profile. A written package scope and a clear written scope are included with every project.
Our process
- 1 Chicago winters exact a toll on brickwork Water penetration and subsequent freezing within a brick unit causes its surface to delaminate—the spalling frequently observed on older the western suburbs residences. Cracking and efflorescence often follow this same moisture intrusion. Each compromised brick creates a vulnerability for further damage.
- 2 Salvaged and matched brick, never substitutes Pre-1960 brick possesses a softer composition and distinct dimensions unlike contemporary stock. We procure reclaimed or custom-matched units for accurate color, texture, and size. Every replacement is bedded in a compatible, permeable mortar, ensuring the repair blends invisibly into the existing wall.
- 3 Repairs engineered to outlast the wall around them Isolated bricks can often be replaced individually; more extensive damage may necessitate partial reconstruction. We first diagnose the root moisture cause before laying any brick. This foundational analysis distinguishes true restoration from mere repetitive fixing.
- 4 On-site Assessment Schedule a site visit in Elmhurst and nearby IL communities.
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