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Pittsburgh Residential Restoration
Residential Masonry Restoration Services
Waterproofing
Tuck Pointing
Tuck pointing entails removing loose or cracked mortar from brickwork or stone installations and replacing its new mortar to ensure structural integrity and to seal out damaging water and moisture. Mortar for tuck pointing must be carefully selected to ensure that its color and texture of the new mortar closely matches the existing material that was not compromised and did not need to be removed.
Masonry Restoration
Lintel Replacement
A lintel is a beam located above a door or window, which supports the wall above the opening. Lintels come in various materials, such as concrete, brick, timber, or steel. Lintels are structural support elements designed to carry the load from above openings such as doors and windows. A lintel on a door is a load-bearing beam that supports the opening in the framing where the door or window is installed. It holds the door or window in place and the weight of the surrounding wall and offers additional weatherproofing by keeping outside air and moisture out of your home. Steel lintels are a popular choice for construction and masonry because they are lightweight and easy to customize. This type of lintel can handle bigger openings and heavier loads. If you have a brick wall surrounding the window or door, the lintel may also be made of reinforced brick.
High Pressure Cleaning
High pressure cleaning is the use of high-pressure water spray to remove loose paint, mold, grime, oil, dust, mud, and dirt to extend the life of concrete and other surfaces.
Grouting
Grouting is used to seal the spaces between masonry installations such as tile or terra cotta. Grout may be colored to blend with the masonry materials, or can be used to create contrast within the masonry design. Grout is typically applied by hand by filling the joints with material and then troweling it out over the adjoining tile or terra cotta. Once the grout has set, a craftsman returns to the area that was grouted and removes any excess material from the face of the installation. As grout is frequently porous, it must be sealed once it is completely dry to protect it from dirt infiltration.
Chimney Repair
A deteriorated chimney may require old mortar to be replaced. In most cases the chimney crown will also need to be replaced. Depending on the extent of the damage, it is recommended to remove and replace any spalled brick. In order to ensure a water tight seal, it is recommended that the metal flashing at the base of your chimney be caulked.
Caulking
Caulking is used to seal gaps between masonry surfaces, such as brick or stone, and other architectural elements, including window and door frames, decorative hardware or lighting fixtures. Caulking is most often applied with a gun, and is available in butyl, latex or customized formulations. The color of caulk is selected to match the surfaces surrounding the application site. When applied, the caulking gun is inserted in the gap to be filled. Caulking material is then injected into the void to seal the opening.
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