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Repair & Restoration

Historic masonry restoration that respects old brick, stone and lime mortar

We restore historic brick and stone buildings with lime mortar, gentle cleaning and careful matching.

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Historic Masonry Restoration

Old masonry was built to breathe. Soft historic brick and lime mortar move moisture in and out, and modern hard Portland-based mortars can trap water and damage the brick. We study the original, test the mortar and choose lime-based mixes that work with the building instead of against it.

Our work includes repointing in lime mortar, replacing damaged units with matching salvage, repairing cornices, arches and parapets and cleaning with the gentlest methods that work. Around Nashville and across the towns of Middle Tennessee, courthouses, churches, storefronts and homes have stood for generations, and restoration should help them stand for generations more.

What you get

Done right, from the first walk-through

01

Lime mortar

Soft, breathable mortar that suits old brick and stone.

02

Gentle cleaning

Low-pressure methods that do not damage soft surfaces.

03

Matched materials

Salvage and carefully chosen replacements.

04

Documented work

Photos and notes help owners and preservation boards.

The process

How your service comes together

  1. 1

    Study the building

    We examine the masonry, test the mortar and agree on a restoration plan.

  2. 2

    Repair and repoint

    We repoint with matched lime mortar and replace damaged units.

  3. 3

    Clean and protect

    We clean gently, treat where needed and document the work.

FAQ

Common questions about historic restoration

Why can't I just use regular mortar on old brick?

Modern cement mortars are harder than old brick and can crack it. Lime-based mortar is softer and lets the wall breathe.

Do you work with historic commissions?

We can provide the details and documentation they ask for.

How do you clean old brick?

We start with the gentlest method, such as low-pressure water, and test a small area first.

Related services

Often planned together

Tuckpointing & Repointing TuckpointingFailed joints ground out and refilled with mortar matched in strength, color and tooling.Learn more Masonry Cleaning & Efflorescence Removal Cleaning & EfflorescenceGentle, tested cleaning methods for efflorescence, soot, rust, paint, moss and mortar haze.Learn more Commercial Masonry Commercial MasonryFacades, block walls, repairs and restoration for businesses, churches, schools and property managers.Learn more

Service areas

Nashville and the cities all around it

From Clarksville to Shelbyville and Dickson to Cookeville, pick your city to see the brick, stone, chimney and concrete work we handle in your part of Middle Tennessee.

Nashville Antioch Arrington Bellevue Brentwood Clarksville College Grove Columbia Cookeville Dickson Fairview Franklin Gallatin Goodlettsville Hendersonville Hermitage La Vergne Lebanon Madison Mt. Juliet Murfreesboro Nolensville Shelbyville Smyrna Spring Hill Springfield Thompson's Station White House

Not on the list? Call 615-431-3789. We take projects across Middle Tennessee.

Let us help with your historic restoration

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