If you are the manager of a brick apartment building or condominium in DC, you pay attention to signs of deterioration in the brick facade. Maybe you’re dealing with one of the classic old structures. Historic buildings require a particular expertise for brick restoration and mortar repair. You will need to find a masonry contractor […]
Brick Repair
Does Your Old Brick Retaining Wall Need Help?
Take a walk in one of Washington DC’s historic neighborhoods and notice the brick retaining walls that support tiered gardens in front of the old homes. These gardens are full of colorful and fragrant plants and flowers. Owners know that the hardworking structures add value and authenticity to the home and should be preserved and maintained with […]
How to Mount Your Flag on Brick
In the historic neighborhoods of Washington, DC and Alexandria VA homeowners mount flagpoles to their brick homes. Whether displaying the “Stars and Stripes” to celebrate holidays like Memorial Day, Flag Day and the 4th of July or a decorative garden flag, a flagpole adds character to a DC brick home. To make sure that it remains […]
What You Should Know About Painting Your Old Brick House
Are you thinking about painting the exterior of your historic brick home? If a home’s brick exterior needs a makeover, painting it can give the property a fresh look, boosting curb appeal and perhaps even resale value. Whatever your reasons for a change, think carefully before making that decision. Once you paint brick, you are committed to […]
What Property Managers Need to Know About Old Brick
Among the historic brick homes in DC’s neighborhoods are some vintage brick apartment buildings. Property managers of these old structures seek cost-effective ways to carry out needed repairs while carefully preserving the historical dignity of their buildings. When the brick facades begin to deteriorate, owners and managers want to attract future renters with restorations that preserve the beauty […]
Is It Okay for Your Old Brick to be Covered in Ivy?
Do you have ivy growing on the walls of your brick home? It can certainly look beautiful, particularly during the warm months when the ivy blooms. It adds a thick green texture to the wall and gives your home a woodsy feel. However, some types of ivy can be destructive for historic DC brick homes. […]
Brick Patios Allow Outdoor Living in Comfort AND Privacy
When the warm summer evenings begin to lengthen, many homeowners in Washington DC’s historic neighborhoods enjoy the comfort and privacy of a backyard patio. These exterior rooms significantly expand a home’s living and entertaining space into the outdoors.
What Is the Best Way to Deal With Bulging Brick Walls?
When the winter season is over, owners of old brick homes in the Washington DC areas are advised to inspect the exterior walls of the structures. One of the things to look for is any bulges in the brick facades. Bulging brick is a fairly common but potentially damaging issue caused by water seeping […]
Does Your Old Brick Home Make a Good First Impression?
Spring is the time when owners of the historic brick homes in the Washington DC area survey their entry ways. It’s hard not to notice the need for some upgrading. If you want to improve your old home’s curb appeal, focus on the landscaping. Well designed and maintained gardens make a good first impression.
Are Your Brick Walkways a Disaster in the Light of Spring?
Is your brick walkway a disaster? Does the front of your home present a safety hazard to pedestrians? We all love the classic look of clay brick walkways with their deep reds, oranges and browns. Washington DC neighborhoods are known for these walkways. They create unique curb appeal for entryways – until they show damage and […]
