Signs You Need Masonry Repairs
While masonry can be a stunning feature in a home or business, the wear and tear from Mother Nature will eventually take its toll. Natural changes such as soil shifting and settling can damage your foundation. Given the intense seasons, you must monitor the masonry of your home or business. Masonry and brick which are not maintained are likely to suffer even more damage and could permanently affect your home. Below is a guide for determining when you need to consult a masonry service.
Signs You Need Masonry Repairs
Missing or Deteriorated Mortar
Every brick or stone masonry wall will need repointing every 15-20 years, and other factors can often result in earlier repair. When mortar deteriorates or starts to buckle, it can be incredibly detrimental to the structure. Bricks that do not have enough mortar can start to rub against each other and end up warping. However, mortar repair is not a DIY project. That is because if you use the wrong mortar or faulty application, it will result in earlier wear and more issues. Only trust an experienced masonry contractor when it comes to mortar repair.
Frost Boil
Frost boil or bulging bricks happen when moisture starts to seep behind your brick masonry. This will push or pull the bricks resulting in them starting to bulge. Frost boil is a common occurrence in areas that suffer from freeze-thaw cycles. To resolve this, masonry contractors must remove the affected bricks, repair the damage, and lay new bricks.
Bowed Bricks
Compacted bricks are ones that have been altered from their original shape. Cracked or bowed bricks will permit water to seep in and damage your home. Many times, one compacted brick will be a sure sign that there are many others. To solve this, a masonry contractor will need to replace all the affected areas and add push piers to the foundation.
If you would like to make an appointment with a professional masonry service, please contact CMI Services at (515) 328-6511 now if you live in the Des Moines, IA region.