Masonry Contractors in Bushwick, Brooklyn
Bushwick has one of the highest concentrations of intact pre-war brick rowhouses in Brooklyn. The building stock is primarily 3–4 story attached brick construction from 1900–1930, with original soft-brick walls that require lime-based mortar for repointing — not modern Portland cement.
Masonry Work in Bushwick — What Makes It Different
Bushwick's building stock is predominantly 1900–1930 attached brick rowhouses — three and four-story buildings with original soft brick walls that have specific material requirements. Using the wrong mortar on these buildings causes more damage than leaving the failing mortar in place. We always specify and apply NHL or Type O lime-based mortar on Bushwick buildings of this era.
Many Bushwick blocks sit within or adjacent to LPC-designated landmark areas. We check every address before submitting a proposal and handle all LPC applications for Bushwick properties in-house.
Most Common Masonry Issues in Bushwick
- Failed mortar joints in 1900–1930 soft brick construction — requires lime mortar, not Portland cement
- Parapet wall deterioration and coping stone failure on flat-roofed rowhouses
- Chimney repointing on brick chimney stacks above rooflines
- Window lintel failure in 1910s–1930s construction
- Stucco failure on mixed-material facades
Masonry Services in Bushwick, Brooklyn
Brick Pointing — Lime Mortar Specialists
Correct mortar for 1900–1930 Bushwick soft brick construction.
Tuck Pointing on Pre-War Facades
Color-matched joints for landmark and high-visibility properties.
Parapet Wall Repair
Annual inspection and DOB compliance for flat-roofed rowhouses.
Chimney Repair
Repointing and restoration of brick chimney stacks.
Window Lintel Replacement
Galvanized lintels replacing corroded steel in 1920s–1930s buildings.
FAQ — Bushwick, Brooklyn
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