When done well, repointing can last for up to 100 years. It is important to hire the right experts to perform repointing if you want it to last longer and prevent serious structural issues on your building. When repointing is poorly done, you risk losing the visual appeal of the masonry. Invest in a good repointing job and you wouldn’t have to worry about the visual appeal and structural integrity being compromised. When looking for a reliable contractor, find out what their area of specialization is. Not everyone who can handle construction projects is good at repointing. Ask for pictures of some of the projects the contractor has worked on and look out for signs of poor workmanship such as mortar that doesn’t match or look seamless on the surface.

Even when the mortar joints are properly done, they tend to deteriorate over the years. You will still need repointing after preserving and maintaining of your mortar joints over the years. If your building is old, say 50 years and above, there’s a high chance that repointing needs to be done. You need to look out for the signs of wear that can help you determine when to consider repointing.

• If you notice weathered or flakey mortar on the joints, it could be a sign that you need repointing.
• Look out for cracks or missing mortar on the joints as well
• Should you notice mismatched coloring in the motor, it’s one of the signs that repointing is recommended.

When repointing is correctly done, you’ll go 50 to 100 years without ever thinking of investing in the same exterior building restoration project. Some issues such as mismatched colors in the mortar are a sign that the repointing wasn’t properly done. Factors like climate, rainfall and wind can impact on how often your building will need repointing.

Repointing can save your building from huge losses by preventing water penetration. Water can quickly degrade the masonry leading to costly renovations. Hire professionals who are able to do solid work that stands the test of time.