Brick Restoration Columbus Ohio
Expert Brick Restoration for Columbus’s Historic Homes and Buildings
Columbus is a city filled with charming brick buildings. Neighborhoods like German Village and Old Town East are known for streets lined with beautiful residential and commercial properties that give off a small-town feel. With 40 years of experience in the field, Demarco Masonry has the expertise to repair, rebuild, and preserve aging brick properties. Our work is focused on preserving existing properties, bringing life back to structures that already exist, rather than starting from scratch. By focusing on masonry repair on existing brick structures, we help preserve neighborhood character, reduce waste, and reinvest in the communities that already call these places home.
Brick Restoration Services – What We Do and Who We Help
At Demarco, our masonry restoration services are focused on the exterior of an existing property. We provide expert masonry solutions built for durability and lasting structural integrity.
Commercial and Residential
Whether you’re looking to repair the brick of a school building, storefront, old church, or multi-unit dwelling, we are equipped to handle the task at hand.
Repair and Rebuild
While we offer many options for repairing and rebuilding brick buildings, we do not provide new brick construction. Crumbling walls, water-damaged brick, or brick replacement can all be done on existing structures.
Chimney Repair
If your chimney is showing signs of wear and tear, it may be time to call in a professional. Repairing a leaning chimney, replacing damaged mortar, or fixing leaky flashing are common problems we see that need to be addressed.
Tuckpointing Masonry
Tuckpointing is a restoration process that involves removing loose or disintegrating mortar, making the structure’s facade unstable. New mortar is applied to help stabilize the brick and prevent water intrusion.
Mortar – The Hidden Key to Long-Lasting Brick Structures
Mortar is the paste that sits between each brick, holding them together and keeping them steady. Over time, mortar will slowly deteriorate due to old age, the harsh freeze-thaw cycles of Ohio weather, and water intrusion. Because these factors are hard to avoid, mortar is one of the leading causes for needing brick restoration.
Masonry services like tuckpointing are the most common treatments for mortar issues. However, if the procedure isn’t done correctly, it can cause serious damage to the property, making problems much worse.
Rebuilding What Time and Weather Have Broken with Masonry Repair
Have you noticed your storefront brick wall is bowing, or your home’s chimney is leaning? Or perhaps you’re seeing signs of spalling brick or damaged flashing. Brick buildings are built to last, but with age comes the need for restoration. We understand that tackling masonry projects can be daunting. Addressing masonry issues early protects the long-term value of your property. Left to deteriorate, small problems compound quickly, costing you or your company more money to repair.
Our master technicians can rebuild a chimney or a whole brick wall if necessary. While we pride ourselves on our bricklaying abilities, we are also confident in our ability to work with our customers to match brick color, pattern, and texture, providing a seamless transformation.
Stone Repair and Mixed-Material Exterior Work
In addition to our brick restoration services, we also offer exterior stone repair. Neighborhoods like Victorian Village are known for their expansive brick buildings, but many of these properties also incorporate stone elements. While this is not a main area of focus, we do address erosion and stability concerns when in conjunction with brick design to provide a cohesive final product.
Masonry Restoration for Columbus’s Historic Neighborhoods
Many core Columbus, Ohio, communities feature properties with 19th and 20th-century brick construction. These historic areas are filled with architectural charm and visual intrigue, but they come with a big responsibility to preserve their historical appeal.
We understand the nuances of working with local municipalities and historical boards to ensure compliance with their strict preservation guidelines. Our technicians are experienced in the distinct design styles of the past and in how modern-day materials, although different, can emulate them.
Why Choose Us for Your Masonry Services?
With over 40 years of experience in roofing and masonry in the Columbus area, we know what works for our customers. We specialize in exterior brickwork only on existing homes and commercial properties. This specialization means every technique, every material choice, and every crew member is focused on restoration and repair, not production building. Many customers come to us after failed attempts at finding a masonry contractor who truly understands the needs of old brick. Every skill we have developed, every material relationship we have built, and every technique we have refined exists for one purpose: bringing existing structures back to their best.
We also believe that informed clients make better decisions. Before any work begins, we walk you through our findings, explain your options clearly, and give you a realistic picture of cost and timeline. There are no surprises once the project is underway. Our goal is not simply to complete a job; it is to earn your confidence and deliver results that protect your property for decades to come.
Columbus’s historic neighborhoods are worth preserving, and so is your slice of them. Whether your brick chimney needs attention or an exterior wall is showing signs of wear, our team is ready to help. Fill out our contact form with details about your masonry concerns, and our office will contact you within 24 hours with more information about next steps!