North Riverdale Brick Pointing
Brick Pointing in North Riverdale, the Bronx
Failing mortar joints on North Riverdale houses, chimneys and apartment buildings, cut out and repointed so water stays out of the wall.
- Joints matched to your brick and mortar
- Chimneys, walls and foundations covered
- Free inspection and written quote
What Mortar Problems Appear in North Riverdale?
Mortar joints break down from water, shade and age. In North Riverdale, heavy tree cover keeps brick damp, and hillside runoff splashes the lower courses. Crumbling joints, open gaps and sandy mortar are the usual signs that a wall needs repointing.
The neighborhood has attached and semi detached brick houses, detached homes with brick chimneys and apartment buildings along Riverdale Avenue. Brick shows up in front steps, garden walls and foundations too.
- Mortar that crumbles when touched
- Gaps between brick and mortar
- Moss and green stains on shaded walls
- Chimney joints open at the top
- Loose bricks near steps or planters
- Damp patches inside the wall
Shaded walls dry slowly. A north facing wall under a big tree can stay wet for days after rain, and that water works at the joints every time it freezes.
Mortar Falling Out of Your Brick?
Open joints let water into the wall. Have them looked at before winter.
How We Fix It
How Does Repointing Work on a North Riverdale Brick Wall?
The mason grinds or chisels out the old mortar to a set depth, cleans the joints, replaces any loose brick and packs in new mortar in layers. The joints are tooled to match the originals. Done well, repointing seals the wall and keeps its look.
Mortar has to suit the brick. If the new mix is harder than the brick, the brick face can crack. We match the mortar to your wall and show you the color before the work spreads.
Chimneys need special attention. They are exposed on every side and the joints at the top fail first. We check the cap, the flashing and the crown while we are up there.
Scaffolding is not always needed. Many house walls can be reached with ladders and a platform, which keeps the cost down. A tall apartment wall is a different matter and needs a rig.
Brick garden walls and retaining walls on sloped lots get the same treatment. If a wall leans or bulges, we say so, since repointing alone will not fix movement.
Does Brick Pointing in North Riverdale Need Permits?
Pointing on a private house usually involves no DOT sidewalk permit, since the work is on your own wall. Scaffolds on the sidewalk, structural repairs and larger facade work can involve city approvals. Check current rules with the city before you schedule scaffolding.
Taller apartment buildings may fall under the city’s facade inspection rules. A few apartment buildings near Riverdale Avenue may be in that group. The city can tell you what applies to yours.
Landmark review is not a known issue here. This is a private contractor service and not a city agency.
Brick on the garden level takes the most abuse. Soil, snow piles and sprinklers keep the lowest courses wet, and the mortar there is often the first to turn to sand.
Before you hire anyone for pointing, ask what mortar they use and how deep they cut. Shallow work looks fine for a season and then fails.
Why Us
Why Choose Us for Brick Pointing in North Riverdale?
Mortar matched to your brick
We choose a mix that suits the age and hardness of your wall.
25+ years in NYC
Licensed and insured, with experience on chimneys and walls.
Clear written estimates
Wall area, depth of cut and materials are listed before you agree.
Nearby
Brick Pointing Near North Riverdale
Nearby neighborhoods where we also repoint brick.
FAQ
North Riverdale Brick Pointing Questions
Look for crumbling mortar, gaps and loose brick. If you can scratch the mortar with a key, it is soft and likely failing.
No. Repointing renews the mortar between bricks. Brick that is cracked or spalled may also need replacing.
Yes. We check the crown and flashing as well, since water often enters there.
It depends on the mortar, the wall and the weather. We explain what to expect and what to watch in the estimate.
We do. Call (718) 468-8803 to set up an inspection and get a written price.
Free on site estimate
Protect Your North Riverdale Brick
Sound joints keep water out. Ask for a quote after a free look.
Contact
Book Your North Riverdale Pointing Inspection
Tell us which wall or chimney is losing mortar. Photos of the joints help us plan.
- 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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