Some Articles on Masonry Contracting in Dallas, Texas

Thanks to where we are located in Dallas and the DFW area, we can easily serve Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Rockwall counties. Masonry Dr. has a diverse team of skilled employees who approach every job with integrity and professionalism. We regularly endeavor to provide a superior level of communication and skill for all of our customers both residential and commercial. We build, maintain or repair outdoor kitchens, BBQ areas, fireplaces, fire pits, maintenance, and other projects! Our masonry contractors are experts in brick repair, construction, and restoration. Below are some articles answering some concerns about various masonry assignments.

Signs that say you need masonry repair for your house

Tuckpointing is an important procedure in masonry repair. Every once in a while, the mortar layer between your bricks might be damaged, most likely due to the seeping water and high moisture, and it crumbles down, endangering the entire structure. Tuckpointing is the process of taking out this mortar layer and replace it with a new one to improve the mortar’s longevity. Tuckpointing is a very common procedure in Texas, and because it [...]

Popular Materials Used in Masonry Repair

Masonry is the art of constructing buildings using materials such as stone, bricks, concrete, etc. It is thanks to the ages-old art of masonry, and countless talented masons, that grand imposing buildings such as the Buckingham Palace and the Notre-Dame could be constructed. Playing a no less important role is the job of masonry repair experts, who help maintain and repair these buildings should something harmful happen to the structure. It’s a good [...]

Why is Retaining Wall Repair Necessary?

Just like anything in or around your home, a retaining wall is subjected to the ravages of time and can eventually start to suffer for it. No matter how well it was constructed and how well the structure has been cared for, retaining wall repair is something that will become necessary in nearly every space. Under a few circumstances you could witness these problems with your retaining wall: Crumbling Collapsing Tilting Detaching from [...]

Masonry Repair Problems You Will Often Face

Generally speaking, brick buildings and stone buildings are extremely durable, and they can last for ages before the internal structure needs to be replaced. However, that is not to say problems do not arise. Masonry problems are abundant, and once there are serious issues with your walls or chimney, you will have to call a masonry repair service to let them deal with them. Some problems in masonry repair are actually more prevalent [...]

Mortar Matching and Brick Repair

Many of us love rain, snow, and how the weather varies throughout the year. Our brick homes, however, aren’t big fans of changing weather, storms, and moisture. High levels of moisture and the shifting of the foundation can cause damage to the mortar, which will lead to moisture getting behind the breaks and damaging them. Additionally, if construction wasn’t done properly to begin with, then the risk for damage increases. That’s when brick [...]

Reasons You Need a Masonry Patio for Your Texas Home

Architecture and masonry work have styles that change with the times. Getting a masonry patio is definitely in right now and there are so many reasons you should look into it. After all, you might be struggling to find enough space for all your guests so you can all have a great time. Well, a patio might be your answer and is a great way to upgrade your Texan home. A masonry patio [...]

Masonry Repair Problems You Will Often Face

What a Brick Wall Mason Has to Say about Brick Damage

Brick walls are very rigid which is necessary to make them durable and sturdy. This rigidity comes at a price though as shifts in the foundation, or even the Earth’s crust, can damage it over time according to a brick wall mason. Think of it this way, what’s more likely to break quickly if you insist on bending it, a pencil or a rubber band? The pencil will break because it’s too rigid [...]

When Do You Need Professional Masonry Repair?

We’ve all fixed the odd door hinge or two. Everyone has probably leveled the dining table’s legs once or twice. However, not many people have gone the extra mile, and repaired cracks in the concrete walkway leading to their front door. Even fewer have done a full-scale masonry repair project of their house’s entire structure, and the reason why so few have done so is simple: it’s too difficult. Masonry is a craft [...]