Brick Wall Repair
Brick walls border most of the neighborhoods in DFW and nearly all the corporate and commercial developments but they also look great around your home, eliminate road noise, and ensure your privacy and security.
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How Brick Walls Get Damaged
Brick walls experience wear and tear through various stressors in the DFW climate. Extreme temperatures cause expansion, and then contraction, in bricks, leading to cracks over time.
Water seeps into these tiny cracks, freezes during winter, and expands, which widens existing damage and eventually compromises the structural integrity of the wall.
Shifting soil can also cause the foundation of the wall to move (very common with DFW’s clay soil). And this can cause cracking in your mortar joints.
Poor installation techniques can also lead to failures in brick walls, and age is another factor. And occasionally, a vehicle will strike a wall in a collision and cause significant damage.
Signs Your Brick Wall Needs Repair
1. Cracks in the Bricks or Mortar: Even hairline cracks can grow over time, and larger cracks indicate structural issues.
2. Spalling or Chipping Bricks: If your bricks are flaking, chipping, or crumbling, this is a sign of water damage that requires immediate repair.
3. Bulging or Bowing Walls: This is a very bad sign that signals serious structural damage caused by shifting foundations or deteriorating mortar, and has reached an emergency level.
4. Efflorescence (White Deposits): Chalky white deposits on bricks sometimes reveal moisture behind your bricks, which can lead to serious damage if not treated promptly.
Don’t let minor issues turn into costly problems! Contact us today for a free consultation and expert brick repair services tailored to your needs.
Our Proven Process For Restoring Brick Walls
Our brick wall repair process begins with a thorough assessment to identify the root cause of damage.
We carefully diagnose issues such as foundation movement, improper design, or inadequate expansion joints before starting any work.
Next, we remove damaged mortar and brick using specialized tools like raking bars for horizontal joints and chisel and hammers for vertical joints. And we work very cautiously to ensure we don’t cause additional damage to surrounding materials.
Tuckpointing restores deteriorating mortar. This involves carefully grinding out deteriorated mortar and replacing it with fresh material that matches the original color and texture.
And when dealing with damaged bricks, we carefully remove and replace them with matching materials.
Throughout the repair process, we’re looking for signs of underlying issues like water infiltration or foundation movement to try and save you from future repair costs while completing the repairs that are already visible.
A FAMILY COMPANY WITH 40+ Years Of Masonry Experience
Jacob Andrews
Owner & CEO
Jacob started Brick Experts in 2015 with his Dad David after attending Ouachita Baptist University. An expert in masonry repair and installation, he has established relationships with HOA’s, property managers, and commercial general contractors throughout the state of Texas.
Meet The Team
Brick Experts is a family-owned local business with 40+ years of combined experience providing masonry services to residents and developers in the DFW area.
Over the years the company has grown and now we have one of the strongest teams of highly-skilled and certified masons in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
David Andrews
Co-Founder
David helped start Brick Experts in 2015 with his son Jacob. David was a master brick mason in commercial and residential for 30 years prior to starting Brick Experts. David is an expert in all phases of masonry, especially repairs and water leaks. He trained most of the masons on staff at Brick Experts today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Periodic maintenance and repair is essential for keeping your brick wall study and looking great.. Here are the top frequently asked questions about repairing brick walls to help you understand the importance of the work and the best approaches for keeping your masonry in top condition.
Can Brick Walls Be Repaired?
Yes, brick walls can absolutely be repaired. Our experts handle all types of brick wall repair services, from minor fixes to major reconstructions. Anything from mild to extensive damage can be restored to original condition and doesnt require complete replacement. Our repair techniques preserve the integrity, and the appearance, of your brick structures while addressing their underlying problems.
How Much Does It Cost To Repair A Brick Wall?
Brick wall repair costs in Dallas depends on several factors including damage extent, brick type, and wall size. Since its impossible to quote without assessing your wall’s condition, we provide comprehensive free estimates, whether it’s a residential facade, privacy wall, or community wall installation. So it’s free to find out exactly what your repairs will cost (and how much of an emergency they are) ahead of having the budget -if necessary.
Why Is My Brick Wall Crumbling?
Brick walls crumble primarily due to moisture that gets into the bricks, freezes and expands in the winter, weakening mortar joints. Bricks flaking and crumbling is another sign of moisture penetration (in the bricks themselves) which leads to the same weakening of the structure. These kinds of damage require urgent repair.
How Long Does It Take To Fix Brick Walls?
The timeline for brick wall repairs varies based on the damage extent and project scope. Small repairs like replacing a few damaged bricks or fixing minor mortar issues typically take 1-2 days. More extensive repairs involving structural concerns or large sections of privacy walls or community walls may require 3-7 days. Complex projects with underlying foundation issues might take a couple weeks and, of course, weather conditions can impact our schedule, as proper brick repair requires dry conditions for mortar to cure correctly.
How Do I Know If Cracks In A Brick Wall Are Serious?
Hairline cracks less than 1/8 inch wide that appear only in mortar joints typically indicate normal settling. However, cracks wider than 1/4 inch, those that run through multiple bricks (not just mortar), stair-step patterns, or horizontal cracks often signal serious problems requiring professional brick repair.
Bulging or bowing sections of brick walls always indicate major issues that need immediate attention. If a mix of these issues is occurring in your home, call our brick wall contractors in Dallas promptly for a free assessment.