How Do You Repair A Mortar Joint?
Brick homes are some the highest priced and most attractive homes on the market today. The level of expertise required to create these homes makes them some the most expensive homes as well. For people that own these homes, they know there is an additional level of maintenance required to keep the home beautiful and safe. As these homes age and weather, the mortar joints age and weather as well. When the joints reach a certain point they need to be fixed. This point could be plain weathering, or in some cases they become cracked. When this happens, repair is necessary to keep the home safe. Clean the damaged mortar out of the joints. Break mortar loose with hammer and chisel. Do not remove more than 3/4 inch of mortar. Removing mortar deeper than this could weaken the wall. Mix the mortar per manufacturers instructions. Mix to the consistency of peanut butter, and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Then re-mix the mortar with the brick trowel. Do not add more water. Fill the grout bag with
