Brick Repair in Kitchener, Waterloo & Cambridge
Your brick has been through a lot. Ontario winters freeze and thaw it dozens of times a year, spring rain soaks into every crack, and summer heat bakes it dry. Over time, even the best brickwork starts to show its age. Mortar crumbles, bricks spall and flake, and small cracks slowly let water into your walls.
At Old Fashioned Masonry, we fix those problems the right way. We handle brick repair for homeowners and businesses across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and the surrounding area. We work with care, use proper materials, and aim for repairs that blend in with your original brick.
Our name says it all. We take the time to do things properly and stand behind every wall we touch.
Why Brick Repair Can't Wait
A few loose bricks or some crumbling mortar can look harmless. They usually aren’t.
Brick and mortar are your home’s first line of defence against the weather. Once there’s a gap, water gets in. When that water freezes, it expands and pushes the brick apart from the inside. Each winter the damage spreads a little further, and a small repair can turn into a major rebuild.
Leaving it too long can lead to:
- Water leaks into basements, walls and around windows
- Spalling bricks, where the face of the brick flakes or pops off
- Mould and moisture problems inside your home
- Leaning or bulging walls that put the structure at risk
- Higher repair bills that could have been avoided
Catching problems early is the easiest way to protect your home and your budget. If you’ve noticed cracks, gaps or damaged bricks, it’s worth having a mason take a look.
Our Brick Repair Services
Brick Repointing
Mortar joints wear out faster than the bricks around them, and they’re meant to. When the mortar starts to crumble or recede, the fix is repointing. We grind out the old, damaged mortar and pack in fresh mortar that matches your wall’s colour, texture and strength.
Homeowners looking for brick repointing in Waterloo often find their older homes need a softer, lime-based mortar. Modern mortar can be too hard for older brick and may crack it. We match the mix to the building so the wall can breathe and move the way it was built to.
Brick Repointing
Some bricks are too far gone to save. We carefully remove cracked, spalled or crumbling bricks and replace them with ones that match your existing wall as closely as possible. We source reclaimed and matching brick so the repair doesn’t stick out.
Crack Repair
Stair-step cracks, vertical cracks and gaps around windows can point to settling or moisture problems. We find the cause first, then repair the crack so it stays fixed.
Chimney Repair
Chimneys take more weather than almost any other part of your home. We repair damaged chimney brick, repoint worn joints, fix crowns and rebuild chimneys that have become unsafe.
Structural Brick Repair
For bulging walls, failed lintels or sections that have pulled away, we rebuild the affected area properly and restore the strength of the wall.
Serving Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge
We know the homes in this region. From century homes in downtown Kitchener to older neighbourhoods in Waterloo and the historic stonework and brick of Cambridge, local buildings come in many ages and styles, and each one needs a slightly different approach.
Brick repair in Kitchener: Many Kitchener homes have older brick that needs gentle, careful work. We repair and restore it without causing more damage.
Brick repair in Waterloo: Whether it’s a family home, a rental or a commercial building, we’ll keep your brick sound and looking sharp. As your local brick mason in Waterloo, we’re close by and easy to reach.
Brick repair in Cambridge: Cambridge has some of the region’s most beautiful historic masonry. We work carefully to keep that character while making the structure solid again.
Why Homeowners Choose Old Fashioned Masonry
Craftsmanship first: We treat every job like it’s our own home. That means cleaner lines, better-matched mortar and repairs that last.
The right materials: Using the wrong mortar can cause more damage than it fixes. We match materials to your building’s age and brick type.
Honest advice: If a few bricks need attention, we’ll say so. If a bigger issue is coming, we’ll explain it plainly. We don’t upsell work you don’t need.
Repairs that blend in: A good repair should be hard to spot. We match brick colour, mortar colour and joint style so the finished wall looks like one piece.
Clean, respectful work: We protect your property, keep the site tidy and clean up when the job is done.
How It Works
- Get in touch: Call or send us a message about what you’re seeing.
- On-site assessment: We inspect the brickwork, find the cause of the problem and talk you through your options.
- Clear quote: You’ll get a written estimate with no hidden surprises.
- Expert repair: Our masons do the work carefully, on schedule and to a high standard.
- Final walkthrough: We go over the finished work with you to make sure you’re happy.
How It Works
- Not sure whether your brick needs attention? Call us if you notice:
- Mortar that crumbles when you scratch it
- Gaps or recessed joints between bricks
- Bricks that are cracked, flaking or loose
- White, chalky stains (efflorescence) on the wall
- Stair-step cracks along the mortar lines
- Damp spots on interior walls
- A chimney that looks cracked or tilted
The sooner you catch it, the simpler and cheaper the fix.
Protect Your Home With Brickwork That Lasts
Your brick was built to last generations, and with the right care it will. Whether you need a few bricks replaced, a full wall repointed or a chimney brought back to shape, Old Fashioned Masonry is ready to help.
Looking for dependable brick repair in Kitchener, Waterloo or Cambridge? Contact Old Fashioned Masonry today for a free estimate. Tell us what’s going on with your brickwork and we’ll help you protect your home for years to come.