Lucas Masonry Restoration LLC      

In time, Moisture and the shrinkage of mortar in old masonry causes the mortar in joints to deteriorate. This permits leaks and may result in structural damage when the building is exposed to the effects of rain, wind, heat, and freezing.

Tuckpointing affects the structural properties as well as decorative characteristics of the building. Tuckpointing can increase and maintain the bonding strength of the Wall.

Steps in Tuckpointing                                                                  

1. Identify where tuckpointing is required.                                            
2. Remove old mortar from the joint. 
3. Clean Wall.
4. Prepare mortar for pointing.
5. Apply mortar to joint.
6. Strike work.
7. Clean work.

        1.  TUCKPOINTING

        2.  BRICK WORK

        3.  CHEMICAL CLEANING

        4.  PARAPET REBUILDING                             

        5.  CHIMNEY REPAIRS

        6.  STUCCO REPAIRS

Areas Caulked- Windows, Doors, Expansion Joints, Control Joints, Copings,         Foundations, sidewalks, and other areas as needed.

        1.  Seal openings so that they resist moisture penetration.

        2.  Apply Caulking compound so that it remains in place for the life of material.

        3.  Prepare the surface to receive the caulking compound.

        4.  Cover the opening with the caulking compound without wasting materials.

        5.  Finish the caulked surface so that an attractive appearance is achieved.

        6.  Properly handle the toxic materials and chemicals used in caulking.

        7.  Estimate the amount of Caulking Compound needed for the Assignment.

Providing this Service will:  Lower the Cost of Maintenance and operation. Lower the expense of heating and cooling. 

In performing this it is necessary to:

       1.  Identify the type of unit to be cleaned.

       2.  Identify the substance to be removed in the cleaning process.

       3.  Select the proper cleaning agent and method.

       4.  Use the method of cleaning as recommended and approved.

       5.  Inspect the work after cleaning to insure that the job has been completed satisfactorily.