Spalling brick repair Mississauga homeowners need often starts with moisture damage. Spalling happens when the face of a brick flakes, chips, or breaks away. At first, it may look like a small surface issue. However, it can become worse if water keeps entering the wall.
Mississauga weather can be hard on brickwork, especially during winter. For this reason, early repair is important.
Why Bricks Start Spalling
Spalling usually happens when moisture enters the brick and then freezes. The pressure can push the brick face outward. As a result, the surface starts to flake or crumble.
Poor drainage, damaged mortar, old brick, and previous low-quality repairs can also make spalling worse.
Signs Your Brick Needs Repair
Look for flaking brick faces, soft or crumbling surfaces, missing mortar, loose brick pieces, or white staining. Also, check areas near chimneys, foundation walls, steps, and exposed exterior walls.
If the brick continues to break down, the wall may need more than a simple surface repair.
Repair Options for Spalling Brick
BAKR Masonry can inspect the damage and recommend the right repair. In many cases, damaged bricks need replacement. Also, weak mortar joints may need tuckpointing to stop more water from entering.
Good repair work should address both the damaged brick and the moisture problem behind it.
Book a Free Estimate
For spalling brick repair in Mississauga, contact BAKR Masonry today. We provide skilled masonry repairs backed by WSIB coverage and liability insurance.
Call: 437-727-4797
Email: info@bakrmasonry.com
