What are the signs my stones or bricks need repairs?
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Answered
The following are common stone and brick issues that will likely require a professional’s skills and expertise to fix:
- Cracked bricks and mortar, including vertical corner cracks
- Brick erosion and degradation due to water damage
- Mortar deterioration
- Bowed or bulging bricks
- Spalled bricks, which are those that have chipped away or fallen off
- Efflorescence, or visible soluble stains on the surface
If you notice any of these signs, reach out to local brick or stone masons today.