As winter fades and spring emerges, it’s the perfect time to focus on maintaining the beauty and integrity of your brick masonry. The cold months can leave behind dirt, debris, and mildew on your brick surfaces, which, if neglected, can lead to long-term damage. Here’s how you can effectively clean your masonry to keep it
As the seasons change, so do the demands on your home’s exterior. With inclement weather just around the corner, now is the perfect time to have your property inspected by the masonry experts at JLM Masonry. Ensuring that your exterior is in top shape can help prevent costly damage and maintain the integrity of your
Brick and stonework are timeless elements that add character and durability to any home. However, to maintain these features in their best condition, pointing—the process of renewing the external part of mortar joints—is essential. At JLM Masonry, we specialize in brick and stone pointing, ensuring that your home’s masonry is not only visually appealing but
As the seasons change and we transition from winter to spring, the gradual warming of the weather brings a shift in precipitation patterns. In many regions, this means more rain and less snow. While the absence of heavy snowfall may seem like a relief, it’s essential to remember that increased rain can pose a different
At JLM Masonry and Waterproofing, we’ve been serving our community with top-notch masonry and waterproofing services for years. Our commitment to quality and durability has led us to discover the importance of star bolts in masonry construction. In this blog post, we’re excited to shed light on this critical component from our perspective. What Are
As a professional mason, I often emphasize to my clients the importance of regular brick and masonry cleaning. This practice is not just about maintaining the aesthetic appeal of your building, but it also plays a crucial role in preserving the structural integrity of the masonry work. Here’s why regular cleaning of your brick and
A lot of people think brick and other hard building materials are ageless. Like somehow they are going to just last forever. But that’s simply not the case. Over time things break down. Bricks are no exception. How you treat your masonry and the weather conditions where you are located are two huge factors in
Exterior masonry work tends to slow down during the winter months in a lot of ways. Harsh weather and unpredictable conditions make it near impossible to rejuvenate or replace any of the stone that lives outside. But that doesn’t mean that you should be putting off all masonry work until the temps start to climb
No one wants to admit it with the summer heat still bearing down on us, but the colder weather is right around the corner. Shorts and T-shirts will give way to hats and gloves before we know it. With that wetter and colder weather comes more regular use of your heating system. That’s why fall
A lot of homes in this area use brick in some form or fashion. Whether it’s exterior walls (either entirely or partially), interior fireplaces, or even just an accent wall…brick is everywhere around these parts. But the options for changing the look of those bricks are somewhat limited. Sure, you can power wash it to
