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Chimneys are a common source of water leaks. Chimney inspection can catch problems early and will prevent major repairs. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG), and the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) all recommend an annual chimney inspection. In addition to having the inner workings of your chimney […]
Chicago is often cited as one of America’s greenest cities. Buildings with lower operating costs and better indoor environmental quality are more attractive to a growing group of corporate, public and individual buyers. Sustainable building materials and high performing building features will increasingly enter into tenants’ decisions about leasing space and into buyers’ decisions about […]
You may be surprised that the state of Illinois does not require masonry or tuckpointing contractors to have a license. Instead the decision to license or not is left up to individual municipalities. This makes it even more important to do your due diligence when hiring a contractor to tuckpoint your buildings. A few strategic […]
If you are concerned about cracks around your window openings you may wonder if lintel replacement is required. A lintel is a horizontal steel beam support placed over a wall opening to carry the weight of the masonry placed over it. In most situations, the lintel above your windows and doors will be steel angle […]
Cracked chimney crowns are the leading cause of chimney damage and No. 1 chimney repair we perform. The cost of chimney crown repair in Chicago varies depending on the type and size of chimney and the extent of the damage. In addition the accessibility of the chimney crown can impact costs. The least expensive repair […]
The state of Illinois considers building maintenance essential service. Shamrock Tuckpointing is available to perform tuckpointing, chimney repairs and other masonry work to protect your investment. Contact-free estimates We are able to communicate with customers via email and phone, and in most cases can inspect your property for an estimate without any customer contact. If […]
Illinois was the wettest state in the nation in June with 8.97 inches of water falling – breaking the record set back in 1895. Chicago’s Midway airport recorded more than 10 inches of rain. July is also shaping up to be wetter than normal. With so much rain, issues with damp walls that may have quickly disappeared in […]
There is nothing worse than a brick repair that looks like a patch job. Cracks in brick are a concern and should be repaired for both structural and aesthetic reasons. But the repair shouldn’t look as bad or worse than the crack. The most common cause of a vertical crack in a brick wall is foundation settling. Before any […]
Older brick homes have withstood many forces of nature. Temperature fluctuations cause the brick to expand and extract. After many years of aging the mortar joints begin to deteriorate. Tuckpointing or repointing when done correctly restores the home’s physical integrity as well as its visual appeal. Improper mortar mixture is the biggest mistake made when […]
Is it time to cross some things off the honey- do list? We’re pleased to announce that on Saturday April 18, we’ll be at the Chicago Bungalow & Vintage Home Expo to be held at McFetridge Sports Center, 3843 N. California on the north side of Chicago. RSVP on the website for a chance to win […]
