In many of D.C.’s historic districts, retaining walls help control soil erosion and runoff, providing safe transitions between ground levels. They provide beauty and charm, but they can quickly..
Read MoreAdverse Effects of Winter Weather on a Historic Brick Home in DC
Historic brick homes provide a welcome feeling of warmth and charm against winter’s chilly backdrop - but they are not immune to the cold, freezing rain, ice and snow. In fact, historic brick homes..
Read MoreFinding Balance in 2024: Here's to Restoring Your Historic Brick Home
With the new year upon us, it’s a good time to find some balance in our daily lives. One place where you should always feel comfortable and cozy is in your home. As an owner of a historic brick..
Read MoreProtect Exterior Brickwork and Hardscaping Before Winter Sets In
As the cool autumn weather turns frosty, homeowners might want to focus on a frequently overlooked but crucial part of home maintenance: the cracks and chips of brick walkways, pavers, front steps..
Read MoreFall Inspection of Your Historic Brick Home: A Homeowner's Checklist
When it comes to the cyclical beauty of the seasons, autumn certainly holds its own. Offering a dazzling display of brilliant reds, oranges and golds, it brings bountiful harvests and cozy knit..
Read MoreDon’t Power Wash: Here’s How to Safely Clean Historic Old Brick
Old brick surfaces are beautiful and retain a classic appeal on any home or building. However, these surfaces can become dirty and weathered over time, leading many Washington D.C. homeowners to turn..
Read MoreFoundation Plantings and Old Brick: Aesthetic Appeal or Hidden Danger?
When it comes to foundation plantings at your beautiful historic brick home, there are some special considerations that must be taken. The trees and shrubs planted years ago for curb appeal can cause..
Read MoreIs a Permit Required for a Tuckpointing Job on my Historic Brick Home?
The sturdy construction, character, and timeless exteriors of historic properties exude lots of charm and curb appeal, so it's no wonder they continue to be popular investments for home buyers. The..
Read MoreCreate Superior Summer Curb Appeal for Your Brick Home
As the warm days of summer approach, you likely spend a lot of time setting up your backyard patio and garden. Once everything is clean, fresh, and ready for entertaining, you’ll happily welcome your..
Read MoreHow to Install a Flagpole on Historic Brick for Year-Round Curb Appeal
As Memorial Day approaches, it’s a great opportunity to add some character to the exterior of your historic brick home. Setting up a flagpole is as simple as attaching a bracket with a few screws,..
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Don’t Take Care of Themselves
Maintaining centuries-old structures requires traditional methods and materials … and that means you may not know the right way to handle upkeep of your historic building’s masonry. There’s so much more to tuckpointing than replacing mortar.
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