I was surprised that I received more comments on the article about “mastering the art of caulking” than any other article. One reader wanted to know how to apply that to the task of caulking around ...

DEAR TIM: My 10-year-old house developed some cosmetic cracks in the mortar. I got some bids to have tuck-pointing work done and nearly gagged when I looked at the cost. I’m wondering about using a ...

INDIANAPOLIS – Do you know what “repointing” bricks means? By definition, it consists of “removing a portion of the deteriorated mortar and redoing the joints with new mortar.” Doing that basically ...

Q: My house is 16 years old, and I noticed that 1 1/2 to 2 feet below the top of the chimney, there is a crack that appears to go all around the chimney but in some areas, going up the side of a brick ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Exterior caulk is a thick, viscous solution that comes in a long tube. Applied with a ...

Q: There are multiple holes in the bricks on the front of our house. I've had no luck finding a professional to fill the holes and match the brick color and finish as closely as possible. How can I do ...