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As if Chicago’s weather wasn’t hard enough on brick stairs, homeowners can unknowingly make it worse when their garden sprinklers water the stairs as much as the landscape, or when salt is applied to the stairs to melt ice. When homeowners use rock salt on brick steps, the salt becomes dissolved in melting snow or […]
When it comes time to replace old mortar from the joints of masonry, brick or stone in your Chicago older home you may have multiple concerns. Will it maintain the appearance of the original? Will it strengthen the structure and provide better resistance to Chicago weather? Is it important to maintain the chemical properties of […]
Since most people don’t spend a lot of time on their roof, the first time they may notice a problem is on interior walls and ceilings. When chimney brick and mortar deteriorates, water is able to penetrate. Leaks eventually moisten interior walls. Here are some of the places you might first notice a problem. 1) […]
Bricks naturally contain water-soluble salts. When moisture penetrates the brick, salts make their way to the surface and when the water evaporates, a white powdery substance containing salt is left behind. Water from behind or underneath the brick, poor caulking, bad flashing or underground water migrating up can cause efflorescence. How to Remove Efflorescence Removal […]
Parapet walls are a familiar sight in Chicago. Parapet walls are portions of an exterior wall that extend above the roof. They serve both an aesthetic and practical purpose, acting as a firewall between buildings. Parapet walls can cause problems for Chicago building owners. Because they are exposed to the harsh weather elements on three […]
Brick is one of the defining elements of the classic Chicago bungalow. But over the years, dirt and mildew can build up on the surface of the brick, reducing its appeal. Brick cleaning can return your Chicago bungalow to its original glory while protecting the bricks from invasive growths like moss and ivy. Brick cleaning […]
Shamrock Tuckpointing has announced 10 percent discount on chimney rebuilds scheduled before April 15, 2011. Contact Shamrock Tuckpointing today to schedule a free estimate.
A new website from Shamrock Tuckpointing is designed to educate building owners about preventative maintenance for their brick and identify common sources of problems. With one click, customers can call, email or complete a form to get an estimate. Key features of the site are: Mobile friendly navigation Brick Blog Galleries of commercial and residential […]
