Tremont Masonry
Masonry Contractor in Tremont, the Bronx
Parapets, piers, lintels and brick walls repaired or rebuilt on the pre war buildings that line Tremont streets.
- Brick, block and stone work
- Licensed and insured crews
- Free visit and a written price
What Masonry Problems Do Tremont Buildings Have?
Tremont is built of pre war brick, and much of it has stood for a century. Walls, parapets, chimneys, lintels and entrance piers all carry the effects of weather, vibration and neglected repairs. The most common problems are loose brick, failing mortar and rusted steel behind the facade.
The Cross Bronx Expressway runs through the area, and truck traffic adds constant vibration. Older buildings also settle over time, and cracks appear where the wall has moved.
- Parapets that lean or have loose caps
- Cracked or rusting lintels over windows
- Bulging or separating brick faces
- Chimneys with crumbling crowns
- Entrance piers and cheek walls with loose brick
- Cracks that follow the mortar joints
Rusting steel lintels are a hidden cause. As steel rusts, it expands and pushes the brick above it apart. The crack over a window is a sign to act early.
Brick Loose at a Parapet or Corner?
Loose masonry high on a building is a falling hazard. Call and we will inspect it.
How We Fix It
How Do We Repair or Rebuild Masonry in Tremont?
We start with what is wrong. Mortar problems get repointing. Loose or damaged brick is reset or replaced. Rusted lintels are repaired or swapped. Walls that have bulged or separated are taken down and rebuilt with proper ties. Each step is written out in your estimate.
Rebuilding a section means matching the bond pattern and brick color as closely as we can, so the new work blends with the old. We show samples before work begins.
Work high on a building uses scaffolding or a lift. Where the work is over a public sidewalk, we plan a sidewalk shed or barriers so pedestrians stay protected.
For an occupied building, we coordinate with the manager so tenants know what to expect. Dust and noise are part of masonry work, but we keep the site clean at the end of each day.
What Rules and Permits Apply to Masonry in Tremont?
Facade inspection under Local Law 11 is required for buildings over six stories. Structural masonry work, scaffolding and sheds can need Department of Buildings permits. The Morris Avenue Historic District adds landmark review. Ask the city which rules apply to your wall.
Local Law 11 requires periodic inspections by a qualified professional. When the report lists unsafe conditions, owners must repair them. We do the masonry portion of those repairs and keep records for the owner.
The Morris Avenue Historic District is at the western edge of Tremont, on Morris Avenue between East Tremont Avenue and East 179th Street. Properties there need Landmarks Preservation Commission approval for exterior changes.
Masonry that stays inside your lot does not need the DOT sidewalk permit, while a sidewalk shed or any work on the public walk does. See our sidewalk violations page if DOT cited the walk below your wall.
When does a wall need an engineer?
When a wall bulges, leans or shows large stepped cracks, structural review may be needed. We tell you honestly if that is the case and do not promise results before the cause is known.
Why Us
Why Tremont Owners Hire Us for Masonry
Experience with old brick
25+ years of work on NYC buildings, including pre war walls.
Licensed and insured
Our crews are licensed and insured for work at height.
Detailed estimates
The scope, access method and materials are listed in writing.
Nearby
Masonry Near Tremont
Surrounding neighborhoods where we also do masonry work.
FAQ
Tremont Masonry Questions
A rusting steel lintel can expand and push the brick apart. We inspect the lintel and tell you whether it needs repair or replacement.
Yes. We take down the failed section, rebuild it with proper ties and match the existing bond and color.
For bulging walls, large stepped cracks or structural movement, you may. We say so at the visit.
Work above the first floor usually does. Where it is over a public sidewalk, a shed or barriers protect pedestrians.
Yes. We inspect on site and give you a written price at no cost. Call (718) 468-8803.
Free on site estimate
Repair Your Tremont Masonry Before It Spreads
An inspection, a written scope and a crew that builds to last.
Contact
Request Your Tremont Masonry Quote
Tell us what is damaged and send photos of the wall or parapet.
- 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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