Bronx Park Brick Pointing
Brick Pointing in Bronx Park, Bronx
Failing mortar joints on the pre war apartment buildings facing the park, cut out and repointed to keep water out of the brick.
- Old mortar cut out and replaced
- Loose bricks reset
- Free written estimate
What Happens to Brick Buildings Facing Bronx Park?
Mortar between the bricks wears away over decades. The pre war apartment buildings on Bronx Park East and Bronx Park South have been through many winters, and the joints now crack, crumble and let water in. Once water is in the wall, bricks loosen and the damage spreads.
The buildings here are mostly pre war and postwar apartment houses. Brick facades are part of what makes them look the way they do, and keeping the joints sound protects the wall behind.
- Mortar crumbling out of the joints
- Hairline cracks that follow the brick lines
- Bricks that move when pressed
- White salt deposits on the face
- Water stains below the windows
- Gaps around lintels and sills
Buildings next to large green space often stay damp. Shade from the park trees keeps walls wet longer after rain, and moisture sitting in brick freezes in winter and pushes the face off.
Look at the lower floors and the parapet. Those are the areas that show wear first, and a falling brick is far more serious than a crumbling joint.
Mortar Falling Out of Your Wall?
Send us a photo of the worst spot. We will tell you how far the damage runs.
How We Fix It
How Does Repointing Work on an Older Apartment Building?
The crew cuts out the failed mortar to a safe depth, cleans the joints, and packs in new mortar in layers. Each joint is then shaped with a tool so it matches the profile of the old work. Loose bricks are removed and reset, and badly spalled ones are replaced before the pointing starts.
Mortar choice matters on older brick. A mix that is harder than the brick will damage the face over time, so we match the strength and color to what is already on the wall.
Work on a tall wall is staged. We set up access, section off the walkway below and take the wall in sections, so entrances stay usable where the site permits.
When the new mortar has set, the surface is cleaned. Sealing is discussed only when the wall needs it, since some brick needs to breathe.
Do Brick Facades Here Come Under City Inspection Rules?
Buildings taller than six stories fall under Local Law 11, the facade inspection program known as FISP. A qualified inspector reviews the exterior, and repairs may be required. Pointing is often part of that work. Confirm the current schedule and rules with the city for your building.
Many apartment buildings along the park edges are taller than six stories. If yours is one of them, an inspection report may list the repointing that needs doing. We can price that work from the report.
Work above the sidewalk may need a sidewalk shed or protection for people below. Scaffolding and structural repairs can involve DOB permits. We tell you what applies once we see the wall.
Is there a historic district?
We cannot confirm one in Bronx Park. If your building is landmarked, check whether LPC approval applies before changing mortar or brick.
If you also have a cracked sidewalk below the wall, that is a separate repair, and we can look at both on one visit.
Why Us
Why Owners Call Us for Brick Work
Matched mortar
We match mix and color to the brick rather than using one product for every wall.
25+ years in NYC
Older brick buildings are familiar work for our crews.
Written scope
Your estimate lists the walls, the depth of cutting and the repairs included.
Nearby
Brick Pointing Near Bronx Park
We repoint brick buildings in the surrounding neighborhoods too.
FAQ
Bronx Park Brick Pointing Questions
Look for crumbling joints, open gaps and bricks that shift. Water stains on interior walls near an outside wall are another sign.
People use the words loosely. Both mean cutting out old mortar and filling the joints with new. We explain exactly what is included in your estimate.
We match color and strength as closely as we can and test a small area first when it matters.
Yes. Work above the street is staged with access and protection below. Required permits are part of the plan.
We do. Call (718) 468-8803 and we will look at the wall and write up the scope and cost.
Free on site estimate
Protect Your Bronx Park Brick Walls
We inspect the wall and price the repair in writing.
Contact
Request a Bronx Park Brick Pointing Estimate
Tell us the building height and where mortar is failing. Photos help.
- Call us(718) 468-8803
- HoursMon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Free on site estimate with a written price
- Licensed and insured, 25+ years in business
- We handle DOT sidewalk permits
- Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx
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