The importance of pointing in houses

Established in 1989, Kevin Nye Brickwork and Pointing is a
leading specialist in premiere brickwork pointing services in London.

Brickwork and pointing in London and Surrey

Kevin Nye Brickwork and Pointing provides an extensive range of repair and renovation services both for classical and contemporary houses in London and Surrey.

With over 30 years of experience their team can
take care of anything from planned maintenance to urgent repairs and extensive
restoration works. They are also London’s leading Victorian and Edwardian
brickwork and pointing contractors. They cover all areas of brickwork but
specialise in the following:

• Brick repairs
• Renovations and
  restoration services
• Brick cleaning
• Brick replacements
• Pointing
• Brick tinting

It is therefore important to periodically check your pointing
and bricks for any obvious signs of wear and tear.

It is also possible to receive a free consultation
to discuss your personal needs and requirements. This consultation requires no
obligation but a quotation of the project will be provided.

What is pointing and why is it important?

Pointing is the technique used in repairing jointing between
bricks. When aging mortar joints crack and disintegrate, the damaged mortar is
removed by hand or with a tool and then restored with fresh mortar, preferably
with the same type as the original.

The importance of pointing to a properties ability to hold in heat cannot be underestimated! If it is not taken care of, it will allow:

• external cold air and
  rainwater inside the property resulting in mould and damp spots
• heat to leave the
  property irrespective of the internal temperature
• movement of the
  brickwork
• increase the properties
  carbon footprint

Missing pointing especially around windows and doors is particularly an issue as they are prone to heat loss.

Brick cleaning and restoration work

Kevin Nye Brickwork and Pointing, also offer a wide  range of environmentally friendly brick cleaning services. These are suitable for both classical and contemporary properties. Additionally, brick restoration and brick tinting is also an available service.

Brick restoration refers to restoring both the aesthetic of the brick all while fixing the protective properties. Considering that each house or building is different, each project varies slightly. The common issues that need to be addressed are wear, fading and decay.

A more simple approach but also an effective way to regain the
visual appeal of a building is to use brick tinting. Kevin Nye Brickwork and
Pointing use the best products matched with the latest techniques to ensure
that the replaced or repaired bricks now match the rest of your property.

How can I discover more?

To learn more about Kevin Nye Brickwork and Pointing or where to contact them visit the website below. On this website you will find all the areas of brickwork they cover as well as testimonials of the work they have done. It is also possible to contact them to book a quote for your house or business. For more information follow the link here:
https://www.brickworkandpointing.co.uk/