Over time, your brick, concrete and stone work takes a beating due to the elements. Professional masonry experts like All American Masonry understands that in the building of your project. However, occasionally you will need maintenance and repair work because of the elements and other reasons that create the wear and tear on your property.
Things to look for that will help in preventing major issues with masonry upkeep:
- Masonry surfaces show wear by chipping, cracking, spalling, or even pop out.
- Mortared stone walls can fall victim to water, moisture and ice factors;
- The cap and top courses will usually crack first before the lower brick will.
- A brick or block wall will usually start to show its age after about 20 years.
- Mortar can also simply just wear away and become unsightly; this will compromise the strength of the wall.
- Cracks in patios, walks and driverways will allow water to erode the supporting soil or sand and may become homes for annoying weeds.
- Ice that forms inside the cracks can lift and damage even the heaviest of surfaces.
- Plant roots can do the same thing as ice, especially trees.
All American Masonry is an expert at spotting issues that are often overlooked, even by other masonry 'experts'. Give us a call to discuss your concrete repair problem and we will be happy to come take a look at it. Use our contact form here
