What causes spalling brickwork?
Spalling is almost always caused by water. Moisture soaks into the brick, then freezes and expands during cold weather, forcing the face to flake or crack off. Hard, non-breathable mortar or paint can make it worse by trapping water inside the brick. The fix is to address the moisture source, repair or replace the affected bricks, and use a breathable mortar so the wall can dry out properly.
How much does it cost to repair spalling brick in the UK?
There is no fixed price, because cost depends on the extent of the damage, access, scaffolding, the number of bricks affected and whether repointing or damp treatment is also needed. We do not quote blind. After a free site survey we give a written, itemised figure for your specific wall, so you can see exactly what the repair involves before deciding.
How do you repair weather damaged bricks?
First we find why water is getting in. We then rake out and repoint failed mortar with a suitable breathable mix, cut out and replace badly spalled or cracked bricks like-for-like, and treat any underlying damp. Where the wall would benefit, we apply a breathable exterior coating once repairs have cured. Sometimes a section is too far gone and rebuilding is the honest answer, which we will tell you at survey.
Do you provide a free survey?
Yes. A survey-first process helps identify the right coating, repair or spraying route before any quotation is issued.
Do you work on live commercial sites?
Yes. The site is built around commercial, industrial and agricultural premises where access, safety, programme and business continuity matter.
Can coatings avoid full replacement?
Sometimes. Coatings can be a strong refurbishment route where the substrate is suitable, but the survey decides whether repair, coating or replacement is appropriate.
Do you publish fixed prices?
No. Access, substrate condition, preparation, repairs and specification change the cost too much for responsible fixed-price claims without a survey.
