Brick and Stone Replacement
The design and structure of brick and stone changes over time and finding the correct replacement can be extremely challenging, especially for historic homes. Our contractors are dedicated to finding the perfect replacements to preserve original aesthetics.
Crack Repairs
Cracked masonry can result from stress over time due to incorrect construction, movement, foundational issues, and shrinking. Failure to repair cracks can leave your home susceptible to structural weakness, water penetration and air permeation. Our Northern Virginia masonry contractors are experts at restoring cracked masonry. We use a durable yet flexible compound that blends with color and texture to seamlessly seal cracks for a lasting fix. This compound supports the natural movement and shifting of materials, preventing further cracks from occurring.
Repointing
If the mortar between the bricks or stones is crumbling or missing, you are in need of masonry repointing services. Exterior Medics will clean and refill crumbling joints to restore the luster and stability of your beautiful masonry.
Tuck-Pointing
To produce the illusion that joints between bricks are smaller than they really are, our masons apply the art of tuck-pointing. Two contrasting colors of mortar, one that blends with the brick and one that looks like regular mortar, are used to create what appears to be a thinner joint between each brick.
Chimney Crown Replacement
A chimney crown protects the chimney from water damage. Serious cracks or crumbling sections in the crown jeopardizes this protection and can lead to more expensive problems. Exterior Medics will repair or replace chimney crowns with new, concrete crowns that provide superior water protection, are meshed with fiberglass or metal to reduce future cracking and are installed properly around the chimney stack and flue tiles to avoid thermal expansion cracking.
Wall, Column and Porch Reconstruction
Whether you are looking to preserve existing elements or build anew, our experienced Northern Virginia masonry contractors can repair cracks, replace brick and stone, tuck-point and repoint to achieve a refreshed look or build new retaining walls, columns or porches with incredible craftsmanship that is guaranteed to last and sure to gain attention.
Parapet walls
Parapet walls are a crowning accent, typically seen on top of historic masonry walls or flat roof structures. Because they are directly exposed to harsh weather elements, they deteriorate over time, causing water penetration that can leak into your living space, wash out masonry mortar, contribute to brick spilling and corrode reinforcement rods. Exterior Medics will thoroughly inspect your parapet walls to identify issues and either patch problem areas or rebuild.
