Exterior Brick Wall Waterproofing Chicago

Brick is a naturally porous material. In Chicago, when wind-driven rain saturates the masonry, the moisture becomes trapped. During the winter, this trapped water freezes and expands, causing the faces of the bricks to pop off — a process known as spalling. Furthermore, applying a surface sealant over deteriorating mortar will not stop leaks.

At Star Tuckpointing, we focus on structural integrity first. We ensure all mortar joints are solid, performing necessary tuckpointing prep work before applying our deep-penetrating silane/siloxane brick sealers. This creates an invisible, breathable barrier that repels water without trapping internal moisture or altering the natural color of your building.