TUCKPOINTING IN EVERGREEN PARK, CHICAGO, IL AND SURROUNDING SUBURBS
Tuckpointing is a crucial masonry service in Evergreen Park & the Chicago, IL area, that helps to preserve the integrity of brick and mortar structures. Due to Chicago's harsh weather conditions, tuckpointing is essential to prevent water infiltration, which can cause significant damage to buildings. Tuckpointing involves removing damaged or deteriorated mortar from between bricks and replacing it with fresh mortar, creating a new seal. Kerry Tuckpointing, LLC is a licensed and insured, with over 30 years of experience providing top-quality tuckpointing services to both residential and commercial clients. Our skilled craftsmen use only the best materials and offer a warranty on both materials and workmanship, ensuring that your building's structure is secure for years to come.
TUCKPOINTING PROCESS
The general principal behind tuckpointing is that damaged mortar is removed, and is replaced with fresh mortar. Our process involves the following steps.
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Grounding or routing out the old mortar at a uniform depth
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Filling in mortar in the newly routed grooves
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Cutting thin strips down the middle of the mortar, to form grooves
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Filling in the grooves with a mortar color which matches the original mortar on the outside of the structure
BENEFITS OF TUCKPOINTING
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Stops corrosion of the mortar joint​
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Structural stability is restored. Failing to repair mortar joints will result in a weak structure which will eventually begin to collapse.
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Tuckpointing helps to prevent water from entering into the system. If the mortar joints are not repaired, water will seep in creating moisture. This can do a serious amount of unseen damage, such as cause mold, mildew, and rotting wood. Moisture can also cause the ceiling and to become stained.
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Tuckpointing is far more cost-effective than a complete tear-down and rebuild.
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The value of your home is improved when the masonry is in top condition.
Upon Completion
We prioritize quality assurance by conducting inspections during and upon completion of our work. Moreover, we remain available to address any questions or concerns you may have. We seek your approval of the completion of the job to ensure your utmost satisfaction with our services. We serve La Grange, Oak Lawn, Chicago and surrounding areas!