Brick is a sturdy and reliable material that protects homes from the elements, and opportune repair can extend this protection for many years. Through the years, your home takes on wear and tear, leading to cracking brick.

Brick + Ember Outfitters provides excellent brick repair services, giving special attention to your masonry to ensure your home will be ready to shelter you from the brutal Indianapolis winters. We go the extra mile to make our repair work blend in with the surrounding brick for a seamless, eye-catching appearance.

Our experts can match mortar lines and color — even the brick itself! We combine all elements necessary to create the best overall appearance possible for you and your home.

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What Is the Freeze/Thaw Cycle?

As the long Indianapolis winters come to an end and the rains of spring begin to fall, the masonry of your home will take on water due to its naturally porous surface. When winter returns, this water freezes, causing those pores to expand and take in more water as the weather inevitably warms up again.

Because the chimney stands above the roofline of your home, it is extremely vulnerable to the elements. As this cycle repeats year after year, the brick’s pores continue to grow. If left untreated, these damaged pores could lead to additional damage to your chimney and home, including:

• Water stains
• A rusted chimney damper
• A cracked chimney crown

Signs Your Property Needs Brick Restoration

Regular maintenance and brick masonry restoration are the best strategies to prevent major structural damage and costly chimney repairs. To know when it’s time to call a masonry expert, inspect your chimney and brick surfaces and look for signs of wear, including:

• Seepage problems: Look for leakage in your basement floor or foundation walls. Seepage problems are caused by hydrostatic pressure, filtering water through small cracks in your masonry.
• Structural issues: Look for unevenness or bulges in your walls and missing sections of bricks. Addressing improper waterproofing and isolation from distressed brick prevents structural damage to your home.
• Deterioration of mortar joints: Look for visible damage to your masonry, such as cracking and porous bricks created by the thaw cycle. Mortar joints are made of a mixture of sand and cement and are the first to deteriorate by the elements.

Our Home Brick Repair Services

Having one of Brick + Ember Outfitters’ experts inspect your chimney for the potential damage caused by the freeze/thaw cycle is the best way to avoid the high repair costs and inconveniences to your family. Our team is certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and provides complete masonry repair services.

We conduct a comprehensive assessment of your masonry needs and create a detailed plan to provide a hassle-free brick restoration solution. From mortar repair to brick replacements, Brick + Ember Outfitters is ready to bring your brickwork back to its original glory.

Our services provide many benefits for your property, such as:

• Protecting structural integrity: We protect your home’s structural stability by replacing worn brickwork and restoring its weatherproofing capabilities.
• Improving property value: Our restoration services keep your masonry in top condition, enhancing your home’s property value with professional, long-lasting finishes.
• Restoring curb appeal: Our team uses a combination of materials to match your brickwork’s original look. We restore your home’s appearance and remove all unwanted blemishes.

Why Partner With Brick + Ember Outfitters

Brick + Ember Outfitters is a leading company that has provided superior brick repair services in Indianapolis since 2011. We are a team of experts in fireplaces, chimneys and masonry, and we provide complete, reliable solutions to homeowners. Our team works on every project with curiosity and a commitment to complete customer satisfaction.

We believe in empowering homeowners with the information and solutions they need to make informed decisions and protect their homes with unmatched masonry solutions. Our experts are trained to provide comprehensive brick repair, keep you informed throughout the project and ensure their work areas clean.

Keep Your Masonry in Top Shape With Brick + Ember Outfitters

When properly cared for, bricks can last a lifetime. Having a home with a well-maintained chimney, patio and walkway can significantly increase its market value. Our experts will provide you with an estimate for repair and a plan for restoring the beauty of the masonry on your home or property.

Call us today at (463) 238-3568, or go online to schedule an appointment for one of our certified, trained technicians to give you a visual assessment and quote for repairs.