Mount Eden Brick Pointing
Brick Pointing in Mount Eden, the Bronx
Mortar repair for the pre war apartment buildings and walk ups between Jerome Avenue and the Grand Concourse.
- Old mortar cut out and replaced
- Joint finish matched to the wall
- Written price after a free visit
Why Do Pre War Buildings in Mount Eden Need Repointing?
Mortar is the part of a brick wall that wears out first. On pre war buildings in Mount Eden, the original joints have faced decades of rain, frost and wind. Once they crumble, water gets into the wall and begins to damage the brick and anything behind it.
Mount Eden has a mix of large Art Deco buildings along the Grand Concourse, older walk ups on side streets and newer apartment buildings. The pre war brick is where mortar trouble is most common.
Hilly streets matter too. Walls on the uphill side of a building take in more runoff, and tall facades facing the open Concourse get wind driven rain. Both speed up joint failure.
Owners of walk ups on streets such as Walton Avenue and Morris Avenue often spot the first signs at the parapet and around the windows. Those are the places where water enters first, so they are worth checking after a hard winter.
How Is a Mount Eden Facade Repointed?
We cut out the loose mortar to a consistent depth, clean the joints, wet the brick and press in new mortar in layers. Then we tool each joint to match the original profile. Done correctly, the wall sheds water again and keeps its look.
Mortar choice matters on older brick. A mix that is harder than the brick can crack it. We use a mix that is softer than the brick, so the joint takes the wear and the brick stays sound.
Taller buildings need scaffolding or a lift. We protect windows, entrances and the sidewalk below, and we replace broken bricks before filling the joints around them.
What Should I Look For on My Building's Brick?
Look for crumbling mortar, cracks along the joints, bricks with flaking faces and damp spots inside. Each sign points to a different level of work, from small repairs to rebuilding a section. A close look from us will tell you which applies.
| Sign | What it suggests | Usual work |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy, soft joints | Mortar at end of life | Cut out and repoint |
| Flaking brick faces | Water and frost damage | Replace bricks, then repoint |
| Stair step cracks | Movement in the wall | Inspect, then repair |
| Damp patches inside | Open joints or leaks | Repoint and check flashing |
We write up the walls and the work for each, so you can plan costs.
Do Facade Rules Apply to Mount Eden Buildings?
Possibly. Buildings taller than six stories fall under the Local Law 11 facade inspection program, and many Concourse buildings are that tall. Scaffolding and structural masonry can involve the Department of Buildings. We cannot confirm a historic district here, though it is worth checking your address.
Mortar work on your own lot is outside the DOT sidewalk permit. A scaffold or sidewalk shed over the public walk may need city approval, and we tell you what your job needs. Confirm current rules with the city.
If your facade inspection report lists unsafe conditions, we can price the pointing and brick repair it calls for.
Facade Mortar Failing?
We will look at the walls and send a written price.
The Process
What Happens During a Repointing Job?
Site visit
We look at the walls, joints and bricks.
Written estimate
You get each wall and its price in writing.
Cut out and repair
Old mortar is removed and damaged brick replaced.
Repoint and finish
New mortar goes in and joints are tooled to match.
Nearby
Brick Pointing Near Mount Eden
Nearby neighborhoods where we also repoint brick.
FAQ
Mount Eden Brick Pointing Questions
There is no fixed schedule. Mortar can last many decades, but it should be checked every few years on older buildings.
Yes. We can repair the worst walls first. We will tell you if the rest is close behind.
We test samples against the existing wall so the joints blend in.
It often helps, since open joints are a common leak path. If the cause is flashing or a parapet, we tell you.
We do. Call (718) 468-8803 for a visit and a written price.
Contact
Request Your Mount Eden Brick Estimate
Tell us the building height and which walls show damage. Photos of the joints 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
Get Your Free Estimate
Takes about a minute. No cost and no obligation.