Protect and restore your property with A.P.T. Builders professional repointing services. With over 18 years of experience serving Ashford and Kent, we repair and restore deteriorated mortar joints in brickwork and stonework, preventing water penetration, structural damage, and further deterioration. From complete property repointing to localised repairs, chimney repointing, garden wall restoration, and period property work, we use traditional lime mortars and modern techniques matched to your building's age and character.
Repointing involves carefully removing deteriorated mortar from brick joints and replacing it with fresh mortar, restoring weather resistance and structural integrity. This essential maintenance work prevents water penetration causing internal damp, frost damage, brick spalling, and structural movement. We carefully match mortar mixes, colours, and pointing styles to your property's original work, using appropriate lime mortars for older buildings and modern mortars for newer construction, ensuring repairs that protect while respecting character.
Complete repointing of entire properties restoring weather protection and transforming appearances.
Targeted repointing of deteriorated areas, particular walls, or weather-exposed elevations.
Specialist chimney stack repointing addressing exposed, weathered mortar joints above rooflines.
Boundary wall and garden wall repointing restoring structural integrity and visual appeal.
Traditional lime mortar repointing for listed buildings and period properties using appropriate techniques.
Specialist repointing of natural stone walls, flint walls, and mixed material historic structures.
Mortar joints are the first line of defence against weather, protecting brickwork from water penetration and frost damage. Over time, exposure to wind-driven rain, freeze-thaw cycles, and atmospheric pollution causes mortar to deteriorate, cracking, crumbling, and falling out. Failed pointing allows water penetration causing internal damp, rust in wall ties, brick spalling, timber decay, and structural problems. Regular repointing maintenance protects properties, prevents costly repairs, and maintains value.
Rain driving into walls through gaps causing internal damp, wallpaper damage, and mould growth.
Water freezing in bricks causing face spalling, cracking, and progressive brick deterioration.
Loss of mortar weakening wall structure allowing movement, cracking, and potential instability.
Delaying repointing leads to brick replacement, structural repairs, and significantly higher costs.
Traditional lime-based mortars for older properties, allowing breathability, flexibility, and appropriate movement without cracking.
Ideal for: Period properties, listed buildings, pre-1900 construction
Cement-based mortars for modern construction providing strong, weather-resistant joints appropriate for newer brickwork.
Ideal for: Modern properties, post-1950 construction, engineering bricks
Custom-coloured mortars matching existing pointing ensuring seamless repairs and consistent appearances throughout properties.
Ideal for: Localised repairs, matching existing work, aesthetic unity
Various pointing finish styles including flush, weathered, recessed, and tuck pointing matching original work and architectural periods.
Ideal for: Matching existing styles, period authenticity, visual preferences
Expert repointing techniques ensuring quality results and long-lasting protection:
Thorough inspection assessing mortar condition, identifying appropriate replacement mixes and techniques.
Manual raking out of old mortar to appropriate depths without damaging brick arrises or faces.
Cleaning joints, removing dust and debris, dampening brickwork for optimal mortar adhesion.
Precise mixing of appropriate mortars with correct ratios, consistency, and colour matching.
Expert pointing filling joints completely, working mortar in, and achieving neat, consistent finishes.
Appropriate pointing finishes applied matching existing work and architectural requirements.
Protecting fresh pointing from rapid drying, rain, and frost during critical curing period.
Careful cleaning removing mortar smears and residues leaving neat, professional results.
We inspect your brickwork, assess mortar condition, and identify the extent of repointing required
Analysis of existing mortars determining appropriate replacement mixes respecting building age and type
Comprehensive written quote including scaffold costs, timescales, and mortar specifications
Scaffold erection providing safe access, protection of gardens, and preparation of work areas
Careful mortar removal and replacement following traditional techniques and modern best practices
Final cleaning, scaffold removal, and site clearance leaving properties protected and transformed
For over 18 years, A.P.T. Builders has been providing professional repointing services throughout Kent, restoring and protecting properties from water damage and deterioration. We understand that repointing is essential maintenance work requiring expertise in mortar mixes, traditional techniques, and appropriate application methods. From complete property repointing to localised repairs, chimney repointing, garden wall restoration, and period property work, we deliver exceptional results that protect while respecting architectural character.
Our repointing work uses appropriate mortars matched to building age and type. Traditional lime mortars for period properties allow breathability and flexibility preventing brick damage, while modern mortars provide strong, weather-resistant joints for newer construction. We carefully match mortar colours and pointing styles ensuring seamless repairs that blend with existing work. All repointing includes proper preparation, appropriate application techniques, and adequate curing protection ensuring long-lasting results.
We proudly serve all areas of Kent including Ashford, Maidstone, Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Dartford, Gravesend, Chatham, Gillingham, Rochester, Sittingbourne, Faversham, Dover, Folkestone, Margate, Ramsgate, and surrounding villages. Our local knowledge means we understand Kent's building stock, architectural periods, and weather exposure, ensuring repointing that protects properties and maintains their character for generations.
Extensive expertise repointing all property types from modern homes to historic listed buildings.
Using correct mortar types matched to building age ensuring compatibility and preventing damage.
Expert in traditional lime mortars for period properties requiring breathability and flexibility.
Custom mortar colours matched to existing pointing ensuring seamless repairs and consistent appearance.
Following proven methods respecting architectural periods while incorporating modern understanding.
Manual mortar removal without damaging bricks ensuring proper joint preparation and filling.
Including scaffold erection, protection, repointing work, cleaning, and site clearance throughout.
Proper techniques and appropriate mortars ensuring repointing lasts decades protecting your property.
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