Want your brick walls and chimney to last another 50 years? Tuckpointing and repointing is the secret most property owners miss until it’s too late. At Flint Masonry, we’ve saved countless homes from expensive rebuilds with simple mortar repairs that cost pennies compared to full replacement.

What Happens When You Ignore Crumbling Mortar

Your brick structure is only as strong as the mortar holding it together. When that mortar starts cracking and falling out, your entire wall is at risk. Water gets in. Bricks loosen. Eventually the whole thing can fail.

The most expensive words in property ownership? “I’ll fix it later”

Tuckpointing and repointing stops this damage dead in its tracks. And it costs way less than you think.

The Difference Between Tuckpointing and Repointing Your Brick

People confuse these terms all the time. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Repointing: We remove damaged mortar and replace it with fresh mortar matching your brickwork. Simple and effective for structural repairs.
  • Tuckpointing: A specialized technique where we use two contrasting colors of mortar – one matching your brick and another creating slim lines for a refined look. Makes old brickwork look amazing while fixing it.

Both methods strengthen your masonry and prevent water damage. But tuckpointing adds that extra visual pop that makes neighbors notice.

Why Your Brick Is Literally Crying For Help Right Now

See those little cracks between your bricks? That’s your building begging for attention.

Most people wait until entire chunks of mortar are missing or bricks are loose. By then, you’re looking at serious structural damage that costs thousands to fix.

Smart property owners call us at the first sign of deterioration. They save a ton of money.

Signs you need tuckpointing or repointing now:

  • Visible cracks in the mortar joints
  • Mortar that crumbles when you touch it
  • White powdery substance on brick (efflorescence)
  • Loose bricks that wiggle slightly
  • Moisture inside your building near masonry walls

Got any of these? Call us today at 810-515-7350 for a free evaluation. We’ll tell you straight if you need work or not.

The Tuckpointing Process Our Experts Use

When you choose Flint Masonry for your tuckpointing and repointing project, we follow a proven process that’s been refined over 25+ years:

  1. Inspection: We thoroughly check all mortar joints to identify damage.
  2. Preparation: Carefully remove deteriorated mortar without damaging bricks.
  3. Cleaning: Clean out all debris from joints.
  4. Mixing: Create custom-matched mortar to blend with your existing brickwork.
  5. Application: Apply new mortar precisely, creating clean lines that restore structural integrity.
  6. Finishing: Clean and seal the completed work to ensure maximum longevity.

Most jobs take 1-3 days depending on the size of your project. And we clean up completely when we’re done.

Why Flint Property Owners Choose Us For Tuckpointing

Listen, there are other masonry companies in Flint. But there’s a reason we’ve been the go-to experts for tuckpointing and repointing since 1998.

We don’t cut corners. We don’t use cheap materials. We don’t rush jobs.

What we do is simple: We fix your masonry right the first time.

Our customers kinda love us for a few reasons:

  • Experience: 25+ years doing nothing but masonry repair in Michigan.
  • Materials: We use only premium mortar formulated for Michigan’s harsh freeze-thaw cycles.
  • Guarantees: Our work is guaranteed for 10 years. Most companies offer 1-2 years if anything.
  • Honesty: Sometimes you don’t need the work. We’ll tell you that too.

But don’t take our word for it. Check out what actual customers say:

“They fixed my 120-year-old chimney that two other companies said needed complete replacement. Saved me over $8,000 and it looks amazing.” – Sarah K., Flint

The Cost of Waiting vs. Acting Now

Think tuckpointing and repointing costs too much? Consider this:

  • Tuckpointing cost: $7-15 per square foot (typical job: $800-2,500)
  • Rebuilding collapsed wall: $25-50 per square foot (typical job: $5,000-15,000+)

Every year you wait, the damage gets worse. The repair gets bigger. The bill gets higher.

And that’s not counting water damage to your home’s interior walls, ceilings, and foundation if moisture penetrates through failing mortar.

The math is simple. Fix small problems before they become big expensive ones.

Other Masonry Services We Provide

Beyond tuckpointing and repointing, Flint Masonry offers comprehensive masonry services:

Each service comes with the same attention to detail and quality workmanship we’re known for.

Get Your Free Tuckpointing Estimate Today

Your brick structure is too valuable to leave at risk. Small mortar problems today become expensive structural nightmares tomorrow.

Here’s what to do right now:

  1. Call us at 810-515-7350
  2. Schedule your free, no-obligation inspection
  3. Get an honest assessment and clear pricing
  4. Decide if it makes sense for you
  5. We’ll handle the rest

No pressure. No sales tactics. Just expert tuckpointing and repointing advice from Flint’s most trusted masonry professionals.

Your brickwork has probably stood for decades. With proper maintenance, it can stand for decades more. But only if you act before serious damage sets in.

Call Flint Masonry today. Your bricks will thank you.

Flint Masonry is licensed and insured for all masonry work in Michigan. For more information about tuckpointing and brick maintenance, check out this guide from the Brick Industry Association.