Tuckpointing & Repointing

Tuckpointing is a specialized masonry technique that restores deteriorating mortar joints in brick and stone structures. This essential maintenance service can add decades to the life of your masonry while dramatically improving its appearance.

The process involves carefully removing damaged mortar to a consistent depth, then filling the joints with fresh mortar that matches your existing masonry. Skilled tuckpointers can also add contrasting mortar lines to create the classic tuckpointing aesthetic that makes joints appear thinner and more refined.

Mortar deteriorates faster than brick or stone because it's designed to be the sacrificial element in masonry construction. When mortar fails, water infiltrates the wall system, leading to accelerated damage, efflorescence, and eventually structural problems.

Professional tuckpointing requires matching the mortar's composition, color, and profile to ensure repairs blend seamlessly with original work. Using the wrong mortar type can actually accelerate damage to historic masonry, making contractor expertise essential.

Most homes benefit from tuckpointing every 25-30 years, though exposure to harsh weather, poor original construction, or deferred maintenance can shorten this timeline. Early intervention through targeted repointing is far more cost-effective than waiting until extensive repairs are needed.