Tuckpointing chimney joints the careful way in Oakshire
We rake out failed chimney joints in Oakshire and repoint them with mortar matched to your brick. Free inspection first.
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How we scope chimney repointing in Oakshire
Each item below is agreed with you in Oakshire before any mortar is removed.
- Color and sand matched to the old joints
- Plant growth cut back from the joints
- Roof, gutter and yard protection
- Brush cleanup at the joint edges
Planning the joint work on your Oakshire chimney
Homeowners in Oakshire ask about points like these on almost every chimney we repoint.
Spot repointing or a larger section
Repointing only the failed areas keeps more original mortar in place, and Preservation Brief 2 notes that spot repointing is generally preferable. The same brief adds that when old and new mortar differ too much, repointing a whole area or feature can look better.
We talk through both with you in Oakshire. If the failed joints are scattered on an otherwise sound chimney, spot work may be right. If they cover most of a face, repointing that face gives a more even look and closes joints that are about to fail.
Vines and plants rooted in the joints
Plants that take root in chimney joints push into soft mortar and hold moisture against it. Technical Note 46 advises cutting vines away from the wall instead of pulling them, since pulling can damage the brickwork, and letting embedded shoots dry before brushing them off.
When plants are growing from your Oakshire chimney, our crew cuts them back with care and checks the joints beneath. Mortar disturbed by the roots is raked out and repointed with the rest of the affected area. Where the plants have loosened brick, those units are listed separately.
A uniform depth across the joints
Technical Note 46 describes raking deteriorated mortar to a uniform depth. When some joints are raked deep and others barely touched, the new mortar varies in thickness from joint to joint, which makes an even bond and an even finish harder to achieve.
Our masons work each area of your Oakshire chimney to a consistent depth, head joints as well as bed joints. It is slower than chasing only the worst spots, and it is what gives the new joints an even bond and an even look. An even depth also makes the finished joints look consistent from the street.
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Repointing answers for Oakshire homeowners
If your question is not here, call our Oakshire crew and ask.
What mortar do you use for repointing?
It depends on the brick and the existing mortar. Industry guidance calls for repointing mortar no stronger than the original, so many modern chimneys get Type N and softer brick gets a weaker mix. The type is named in your Oakshire estimate.
Should I seal the chimney after repointing?
Not right away. Industry guidance advises waiting several months after repairs before deciding on a water repellent, since coatings can trap moisture. We can talk through the options once the mortar has cured.
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