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Standard and Lime Mortar Repointing
Brick Repointing in Liverpool
Weathered, cracked or missing mortar can allow water to penetrate masonry and gradually affect the appearance and condition of a building.
Roofer & Builder provides professional brick repointing across Liverpool, Merseyside, Wirral and surrounding areas. We undertake both standard mortar repointing and traditional lime mortar repointing for suitable properties.
Our experienced team will assess the brickwork, consider the existing mortar and recommend a repointing approach appropriate for the age, condition and construction of the building.
Protecting and Restoring Your Brickwork
Mortar joints form an important part of a masonry wall. Over time, exposure to rain, frost, wind and general weathering can cause mortar to crack, erode or fall away.
Repointing involves carefully removing deteriorated mortar from the joints and replacing it with new mortar suited to the existing masonry.
The correct mortar is important. Modern brickwork may be suitable for a conventional cement-based mortar, while many older and traditionally constructed properties require a more breathable lime mortar that works with softer bricks and historic masonry.
Using a mortar that is too hard for the surrounding brickwork can contribute to trapped moisture and damage to the masonry, which is why the existing materials should be considered before work begins.
Is the Mortar Between Your Bricks Crumbling or Missing?
Contact our friendly team on 0151 739 0669 to arrange a brickwork assessment and repointing quotation.
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Our Repointing Services
Standard Brick Repointing
We remove loose and deteriorated mortar and repoint suitable modern brickwork using an appropriate mortar mix selected for the existing construction.
Lime Mortar Repointing
Older buildings may require lime mortar rather than a modern cement-based mix. We undertake lime repointing where this is appropriate for the existing masonry.
Localised Repointing Repairs
Where deterioration is limited to a defined area, localised repointing can restore damaged joints without unnecessarily repointing the entire elevation.
Full Wall and Elevation
Where mortar deterioration is widespread, larger sections or complete elevations may require repointing to provide a more consistent and effective repair.
High-Level Repointing
Parapets and other high-level masonry can deteriorate quickly due to exposure. We undertake repointing and repairs where safe access can be provided.
Brickwork and Mortar Repairs
Where damaged mortar is accompanied by deteriorated bricks, we can assess whether local brick replacement or other masonry repairs are also required.
How We Approach Repointing Work
1. Assess the Existing Brickwork
We inspect the visible condition of the mortar joints, surrounding bricks and areas of deterioration for repair or replacement.
2. Consider the Existing Mortar
We assess the type and condition of the existing mortar and consider whether standard or lime-based is more appropriate.
3. Prepare the Mortar & Joints
Loose and deteriorated mortar is carefully removed to a suitable depth so the new mortar can be properly placed within the joint.
4. Repoint the Masonry
The joints are repointed using the agreed mortar and finished to suit the existing brickwork and character of the property.
Why Choose Roofer & Builder?
Liverpool-Based Builders
We are based in the Liverpool area and undertake repointing work throughout Merseyside, Wirral and neighbouring locations.
Standard and Lime Repointing
We work with both conventional and lime-based mortar systems depending on the age, condition and construction of the property.
Building and Roofing
Repointing often forms part of wider external repair work. Our combined building and roofing experience allows us to consider the surrounding structure.
Localised and Larger Projects
We undertake smaller repair areas as well as more extensive wall, elevation and chimney repointing projects.
Clear Advice and Quotations
We assess the condition of the masonry, explain the recommended work and provide a clear quotation before proceeding.
Associated Masonry Repairs
Where repointing reveals damaged bricks or other defects, we can assess the additional building repairs required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brick repointing is the process of removing deteriorated mortar from the joints between bricks and replacing it with new mortar. This helps restore the condition of the masonry and reduce water penetration through damaged joints.
Common signs include cracked mortar, loose joints, gaps between bricks, crumbling mortar and areas where the joint has worn noticeably back from the face of the brickwork.
Standard repointing commonly uses a cement-based mortar suited to many modern buildings. Lime mortar is generally softer and more breathable, making it more appropriate for many older and traditionally constructed properties.
Yes. A mortar that is too hard or unsuitable for the surrounding masonry can restrict moisture movement and contribute to damage in softer bricks or historic materials. The existing construction should be considered before repointing begins.
Yes. Localised repointing can be suitable where deterioration is limited to a particular area. More extensive repointing may be recommended where mortar failure is widespread.
The cost depends on the size and height of the area, access requirements, the condition of the existing mortar and whether standard or lime mortar is required. We will assess the work and provide a quotation based on the agreed scope.