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We inspect damaged mortar joints, repair failing areas, and repoint brickwork to help protect your wall from moisture, frost, and future deterioration.
starts to crack, crumble, or fall out, your wall is showing an early warning sign.
Mortar joints do more than fill the space between bricks. They help hold the wall together, protect the brickwork from water, and support the long-term condition of the exterior surface. Once those joints begin to fail, water can enter the wall, freeze during winter, and create damage that spreads beyond the original area.
We provide brick and mortar repair for homeowners and property owners across Montréal and nearby areas. Our work includes brick mortar repair, repointing brick, mortar joint restoration, brick replacement, chimney mortar repair, and exterior wall repair.
You do not need to know the exact repair your wall needs before contacting us. We inspect the brickwork, explain what is happening, and recommend a repair based on the condition of the mortar, the brick, and the surrounding wall.
Mortar is often the first part of a brick wall to show visible wear. The brick may still look solid, while the joints around it become soft, recessed, cracked, or hollow.
That matters because damaged mortar leaves the wall exposed. Moisture can enter through small gaps, settle behind the brick, and expand when it freezes. Over time, this can cause loose brick, spalling, staining, interior moisture marks, chimney deterioration, and larger masonry repairs.
You may need brick mortar repair if you notice:
A small area of damaged mortar does not always mean the entire wall needs major work. It does mean the wall should be inspected before water and seasonal weather make the repair more involved.
Many homeowners search for brick and mortar repair because they can see the damage but are unsure what kind of service they need. Sometimes a targeted mortar repair is enough. Other times, the wall needs more complete repointing.
Brick mortar repair usually applies to localized damage. If a small section of mortar is cracked, missing, or deteriorated, we may be able to repair that area while preserving the surrounding brickwork.
Repointing brick is more detailed. It involves removing deteriorated mortar from the joints and replacing it with new mortar that is compatible with the existing masonry. Repointing is often recommended when mortar failure is widespread, when joints are deeply recessed, or when water has started entering through multiple areas of the wall.
The right solution depends on several factors:
We assess the full masonry area before recommending a scope. That helps avoid quick patching where proper repointing is needed, and it helps avoid replacing brick when the main issue is deteriorated mortar.
Montréal weather can be hard on brickwork. Rain, snow, ice, thawing, and temperature swings all place pressure on masonry walls.
When mortar joints are open or cracked, water can enter the wall. During winter, that moisture can freeze and expand. As this repeats, the wall can experience more cracking, deeper joint failure, loose brick, and exterior surface damage.
Water-related mortar damage is common around:
We look at both the visible damage and the conditions that may be causing it. A repair may involve mortar joint repair, repointing, brick replacement, caulking, waterproofing, or a more detailed masonry assessment.
A proper repair should not only improve how the wall looks. It should help reduce the chance of water entering the same area again.
Not all mortar is the same. Choosing the wrong mortar can affect both the performance and appearance of the wall, especially on older brickwork.
If the mortar is too hard for the existing brick, it can place stress on the brick and contribute to cracking or spalling. If it is too weak, it may deteriorate too quickly. If the colour, texture, or joint finish does not match, the repair can stand out from the rest of the wall.
When we repair mortar or repoint brickwork, we consider the existing brick, the age of the masonry, the exposure of the wall, and the look of the surrounding joints.
Our goal is to restore the mortar in a way that supports the wall, respects the existing brickwork, and gives the repair a clean, consistent finish.
Chimneys often show mortar damage earlier than other parts of a building. They are exposed to weather on all sides, and they experience heavy stress from wind, snow, rain, and freeze-thaw cycles.
Chimney mortar damage may appear as cracked joints, missing mortar, loose brick, white staining, leaning sections, damaged crowns, or signs of water entry near the chimney.
We inspect chimney masonry to determine whether the repair should involve targeted mortar repair, repointing, brick replacement, crown repair, or partial rebuilding. Because chimneys sit above the roofline, damaged mortar should be taken seriously before loose masonry creates a safety concern.
Mortar patching can be tempting when the damage looks small. But filling visible cracks without removing deteriorated material or checking for moisture can leave the real issue in place.
We do not treat brick and mortar repair as a surface cover-up. We inspect the joints, remove failing mortar where needed, and repair the masonry with attention to the condition of the wall.
This inspection-led approach is especially important when:
Clear diagnosis helps us recommend the right level of repair and gives you a more confident path forward before work begins.
Choosing a masonry contractor means trusting someone with the structure, appearance, and long-term protection of your property.
We focus on brick and masonry work with a careful, inspection-based process. We look at the visible damage, identify the likely cause, and explain your repair options before work begins.
You can expect:
We help homeowners and property owners repair damaged mortar, protect brickwork, and address the conditions that can lead to further deterioration.
We repair cracked, missing, or deteriorated mortar joints in localized areas when the surrounding masonry is still in stable condition.
We remove failing mortar and repoint brickwork to help protect the wall from moisture, frost, and future joint failure.
We repair or replace cracked, loose, spalling, or damaged brick when the masonry units can no longer perform properly.
We repair deteriorated chimney joints, damaged brickwork, and exposed masonry areas affected by weather.
We address mortar failure, damaged brick, water entry points, and wall deterioration on façades, side walls, and other exterior masonry areas.
We repair vulnerable transition points around openings, joints, and masonry details where water may enter.
We inspect more serious concerns such as wall movement, bulging masonry, lintel issues, or repeated cracking.
We provide brick and mortar repair across:
Whether you need targeted brick mortar repair, help with repointing brick, or a full inspection of aging masonry, we can help you understand the condition of your wall and plan the right repair.
You should contact us if the mortar between your bricks is cracked, soft, recessed, or falling out. You should also reach out if you notice loose brick, water stains, white staining, chimney deterioration, or exterior wall damage that seems to be spreading.
A brick and mortar inspection can help answer important questions:
The sooner the issue is inspected, the easier it is to understand the repair scope and reduce the risk of further deterioration.
If your mortar is crumbling, cracking, or missing between bricks, we can help you understand what is happening and recommend the right repair.
Speak with our masonry team for inspection, repair planning, and skilled brickwork across Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, Terrebonne, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Repentigny, and Granby.
Brique Maçonnerie
RBQ Licence: 5743-4037-01
Email: Info@emcorpinc.ca
Phone: (819) 743-8142
