Masonry Company Glenview

1. Masonry Company Glenview Masonry plays a significant role in the layout and design of your project keeping it in tiptop shape is essential. While one of the prime benefits of masonry work, tuck pointing, Repainting brick block stone Repair masonry, arches, retaining walls and other features - is its durability, things can happen that can compromise the appearance. Similarly, age takes a toll on many kinds of stonework and can render it less attractive than it was when it was brand new. Either way, hiring a professional contractor to conduct masonry restoration or repair can help save you money - and give your home's landscaping a much-needed face lift at the same time. Tuckpointing You're not just hiring someone to lay down a few bricks - you are hiring an artist. Whether you are in need of tuckpointing, repointing, remortaring or any other form of masonry work, the company that you hire should be staffed by only the most experienced professionals. Masonry Rebuilding: Reinvigorate Your Home's Masonry Work Sometimes, your home's existing masonry work could use a bit of attention. The temptation to tear it down and start anew can be strong, but masonry rebuilding can save you time, money and effort. In the right hands, a masonry rebuilding project can result in a chimneys, patio, walkway, retaining wall or other type of stonework or brickwork that looks better than it did when it was brand new. Since the contractor is largely working with what's already there, you can save big on materials and other expenses. For the family on a budget - or for those who want to reuse what they've got - masonry rebuilding is a more than viable option.

2. Other key benefits of masonry rebuilding include: Less Time - Masonry rebuilding projects typically take a lot less time than other jobs. When time is of the essence, having that wall, chimney or patio repaired and rebuilt can be a real time saver. Less Money - Rebuilding is almost always more economical than starting from scratch. A skilled contractor can give you like-new results for a lot less cash. Less Waste - Why toss those old pavers, bricks or stones in the landfill when they can be reused? Masonry rebuilding helps you practice recycling at home, while providing you with stunning new features for your home and your yard. Process Once the bulk of the material has been removed, clean up and prepare the joints for new material. This entails chipping away any mortar remaining after cutting, brushing or rinsing out loose debris — the use of pressurized air to clean out debris is no longer recommended because of dust — and then performing any other special requirements a job may have. Next, reapply material to the prepared joints. This process can be performed several ways, and much of this is based on the repair material chosen for the project. Matching the color of existing material is also important for a consistent finish. In many cases, manufacturers recommended that the contractor first dampen the area where

3. material is to be applied, then follow with several thin layers of mortar. Some repair materials can be applied at full depth. These materials can be applied manually or you can use "caulk guns" or other mechanical devices to inject the material into the joint. Whichever method is used, the mortar must be packed tightly into the joints. Any air gaps within the joint can trap water and cause failures under the stress of freeze-thaw cycles. Before the mortar fully sets, a final tooling will be performed to create a smooth, concave look. With a final cleaning after the mortar has cured, the job is complete. Conclusion Tuckpointing is a critical component of maintenance and repair for masonry and brick structures. Throughout the history of this industry, improvements in technology have allowed for better equipment and methods. Today's contractors have specialized tools such as dry cutting, shrouded saws that can provide improved environmental and worker protection, as well as higher productivity and efficiency. Gallery Preservation - As the old saying goes, "Waste not, want not." Why pitch all of the pavers, stonework and other masonry components that make up your current configuration? A skilled contractor can work with what is there, reusing the best pieces to create a look that is shiny and new. For more information please visit http://www.hynekconstruction.net