A Busy Few Years at BricksFixWA.
The team have completed some very nice work all over Perth.
Mortar Pointing seems to have kept us really busy, some lovely work was done at Coogee as well as some rebuilding of walls. We were very pleased to be asked to do several jobs around the area. Customers were impressed by the quality of the mortar pointing and we were really proud of some of the comments we received, — “looks like a brand new wall”, one neighbour commented, “nice job”, by another!
Crack stitching was done in Woodbridge. The customer commented that “we did a fantastic job and the crack wasn’t visible!”.
Lintel replacement was another service high on our list this month. We did several jobs but the one that stood out for us was one in Redcliffe — several lintels were replaced, air bricks replaced, mortar pointing, opening formation, and limestone pointing. We also did alterations, wall removal, limestone pointing, and bricking up of doorways to a new estate agents in Morley.
We also transformed a house in the foothills by removing a wall to double the size of the kitchen — our carpenter fitted a beautiful kitchen. The customer was pleased as punch and told us they would have no hesitation recommending us.
BricksFixWA’s biggest and best news is… we are now registered installers of Thorhelical Systems. This means we are recognised by Thorhelical to install all their brick repair systems, such as crack stitching. We also added a new tool to our collection that vastly improves the speed of our work, and most importantly, reduces the amount of dust created through crack stitching, mortar pointing, replacing bricks, wall removal. We are very proud to have a great working relationship with Arbortech — why not check out some of their product
NOVEMBER.
What a busy month that was!
We finished the property in Belmont which was fairly extensive. Brickwork, mortar pointing, air vents, plastering, rendering, lintel replacement, and limestone repointing were all done on this property. The brickwork renovations are now complete and the house looks great — the clients themselves worked on this project and the outcome is quite stunning.
We also finished the works for Peter Kolhm Real Estate. The works that were completed there were mortar pointing, brick replacement, limestone pointing ,brickwork, and limestone pointing. Peter was a joy to work for and his new offices are coming along beautifully. We wish Peter every bit of luck and are sure he and his clients will enjoy the office space.
A new opening in an existing fireplace was the call for us in Greenmount. We secured the original fireplace and chimney to raise the height of the arched lintel. The new opening is fantastic and looks a hundred years old to match the original.
HOPING FOR A GREAT 2019.
BricksFixWA have had a fantastic start to the year. Mortar pointing has taken up most of our time so far this year in Malaga, Belmont, and Maida Vale. We also did quite a large job in Fremantle, replacing lintels and T-bars. This contract had extensive brick repairs and repointing of some brickwork. During the works, we discovered that some of the wall ties had completely rotted. BricksFixWA are qualified installers of all Thorhelical systems and are currently installing drywall ties.
Well, long may it continue — we hope to have a busy 2019!
HERE ARE SOME OF THE RESULTS OF SOME OF OUR 2019/2020
MarcusBricksfixwa recently helped us with several brick issues in our existing home including replacing brick pillars and damaged bricks, treating concrete cancer, and fixing a large exterior retaining wall that was ridden with a
number of severe cracks. Marcus, the owner-operator, was one of the most professional and friendly tradies I have ever dealt with. His work is excellent with attention to detail and a very high quality of work while providing us also with the best price. I was very impressed with his integrity in notifying me of issues and options for different solutions, and his commitment to doing the best job. He even went over and above in not charging me for some changes we had to have which weren't in the original quote (e.g. needing to source matching bricks as the old ones couldn't be reused). I highly recommend Bricksfix to anyone needing any work of this sort, no matter how large or small
Alison
From the moment I met Marcus Keeley at our initial meeting to discuss the work I needed done at my home I found him to be extremely accommodating. He was extremely punctual and most informative explaining in detail what was going to be done and how the repairs would be carried out. Each day he gave me a run down on what had been completed and what the next steps would be. Everything that was quoted to be done was completed to an extremely high standard and Marcus was meticulous in ensuring my property was left spotless on completion of the job. What impressed me the most , unlike bigger businesses Marcus carried out all aspects of the job. ( the quoting and the work). Where as with bigger businesses you are dealing with multiple people. This one contact ensures there is no confusion in what is quoted and done. If you are looking for and friendly, honest and hard working man I can highly recommend Marcus. I am an extremely happy customer Thank you Marcus
V.MALAGA
He was absolutely fabulous. He came out and did the job. We didn't we were doing but he was absolutely happy to go with the flow. I would definitely recommend him, he's going to come back to do more works for us. The job took longer than what we anticipated, he came back on the day he said he'll do it and done!
Very knowledgeable and professional service
S.HELENA VALLEY
Marcus did a fantastic job ,he has great customer service skills as well as trade skills I could not of asked for a better tradesman
P.NORTH PERTH
Mum is more than pleased with the job that has been carried out on their home - she would like to say that the man that did the job Marcus has done a excellent job and was very friendly......in Mums words "what a terrific fellow"
Thanks for your kindness and your professional work
M.ALFRED COVE
The work on our house was carried out by Marcus who did a professional job.
He obviously has much experience in pointing and brickwork in general and the result of his work on our house is very pleasing. Marcus' work has given us assurance that the problem areas of external and internal brickwork will now last for many years and for that we are thankful.
T.ROLEYSTONE
We asked Marcus to build a wall for us to partially enclose our patio. Firstly, we were very impressed by his competitive quote and secondly the quality of his work was excellent! The finished wall was amazing. He worked in a very professional and pleasant manner and completed the task on time. We would certainly use his Bricklaying Services again and have recommended him to anyone who asks."
P.KALAMUNDA
Marcus has done a fantastic job on our home.He is very knowledgable and a talented tradesman.Thank you marcus for you imput, and suggestions .Our home has turned out better than we expected
A.Belmont
Very knowledgeable and professional service
J.PERTH
Our experience with BricksFixWA has been extremely positive. Marcus has demonstrated great care in protecting our existing home during the building process — we have been so impressed with BricksFixWA and our completed building project
We were renovating a 70’s bathroom and found it difficult to get a builder willing to take on such intensive work in a small space. Marcus Kelley from BRICKSFIXWA was recommended by a friend. Marcus has clear understanding of renovation work in old buildings. Working well with the Architectural and engineering team to achieve good outcomes in terms of time, space and budget. It was a pleasure to work with the BRICKSFIXWA team, who went beyond their requirements to ensure a great result.
S.KALAMUNDA
Hi Marcus,
Many thanks for restoring our brick wall after a truck did a good job of bringing it down! We were worried that the old bricks would not be matched but you did a fantastic job sourcing similar bricks and adding them into the existing bricks so that the whole wall and pillar looks like the original.
We were surprised how quickly you got things under way and finished the wall. We are just now waiting for the wooden pickets to be replaced and since this is going to be done by somebody you have recommended, I’m sure the finished wall and fence will be very professionally done.
Thankyou so much Marcus. As you know, our house was built in 1880 and we would not hesitate to contact you for further restorations should the situation arise.
Guildford
It was a job that Bricks Fix WA didn't do that impressed me the most. I had Marcus booked in to repair a brick wall that was wobbly, but upon a closer inspection he informed me that what we had intended to do would only be a temporary fix, and he wouldn't feel comfortable leaving it at that. Instead, he came up with a better solution which has repaired the wall perfectly and made the area on both our side and our neighbour's safe again. I am sure other companies might have done the original job, taken our money and thought nothing more of leaving a sub standard repair. Leaving it until a time when we had everything sorted out wasn't a problem for Marcus. I have complete trust in him and recommend his business 100%.
East perth
bricksfiwa were absolute professionals, from start at quoting to the finished product i knew i was dealing with people i could trust.i was told my property would be left spotless and in fact i would say it was left cleaner. Thanks all at bricksfix
k. Subiaco
Marcus from bricksfixwa did an excellent job on our house in Forrestfield., we were very satisfied with the standard of the workmanship and the final result.he matched the colour of the mortar perfectly and took great care to fill all the hole where the existing mortar had fallen out.he also left the premises in a clean and tidy condition.
Marcus himself is very friendly,knowledgeable and east to deal with.
his communication by phone was always prompt and courteous.
were happy to recommend him as a skilled reliable trades person..
B,Forrestfield
Marcus is a really thoughtful tradie who explains things well, gets the job done really well and who always cleans up after himself really well. He is considerate with any kind of disruptive work and you can really rely on him to do great work in the most thoughtful way.
m.freemantle
I would HIGHLY recommend Brick-fix WA! We had a brick fretting problem that Marcus fixed brilliantly. Great workmanship All the great reviews he's received are well deserved!
,Marion Wanneroo
We are very pleased with Marcus who replaced our brick letterbox after being demolished by a truck. A very experienced person who leaves the job completely clean. Great work. Thanks Marcus
Paul Cannington
Fantastic workmanship and attention to detail at a very affordable price
Dave Subiaco
Bricksfix WA recently helped us with several brick issues in our existing home including replacing brick pillars and damaged bricks, treating concrete cancer, and fixing a large exterior retaining wall that was ridden with a number of severe cracks. Marcus, the owner-operator, was one of the most professional and friendly tradies I have ever dealt with. His work is excellent with attention to detail and a very high quality of work while providing us also with the best price. I was very impressed with his integrity in notifying me of issues and options for different solutions, and his commitment to doing the best job. He even went over and above in not charging me for some changes we had to have which weren't in the original quote (e.g. needing to source matching bricks as the old ones couldn't be reused). I highly recommend Bricksfix to anyone needing any work of this sort, no matter how large or small.
Debbie Carine.
Very efficient, friendly. Did more than was asked of him. Will gladly refer him to friends. Thank you
Elizabeth Subiaco
We have been engaging Bricks Fix WA for over the past 2 years and are always impressed by the level of service we receive from Marcus.
They provide a professional service and the workmanship is always of the highest standard. One of the reasons we keep going back to Marcus is when we book a job in for a particular date, they are always there with no excuses.
John Partridge
I am absolutely delighted with the extremely professional brick work restoration and pointing that Marcus has done for our corporate body complex in Subiaco. From start to completion he has been most professional in every way and I am very pleased to recommend his services to anyone needing attention to their brick work. A big thank you Marcus and all best for the future of your business,regards John.
John Dodd Subiaco
We have just used bricksfixwa to replace fretted mortar in the exterior brick walls of our 30year old house .The owner Marcus was an amazing worker with extensive experience, very competitive pricing and a great looking finished product. . Marcus went above and beyond the contracted work when he noticed my husband's disabilities and voluntarily fixed an obvious hazard in the driveway for no cost. A rare breed in today's world. I highly recommend this company for its professionalism, timeliness, commitment and friendly attitude.
Jenny Stevens Claremount
I would HIGHLY recommend Brick-fix WA! We had a brick fretting problem that Marcus fixed brilliantly. Great workmanship All the great reviews he's received are well deserved!
RSB Harley..Carine
We Highly recommend using Marcus from Bricks Fix WA, we had a bad experience with another large perth based brick wall removal company and Marcus came to the rescue to rectify the work. Since then we have used Bricks Fix WA for other jobs throughout our house renovation and have never been let down with his work quality and fair pricing. Cheers for all your help Marcus
Daniel,Victoria Park
Excellent service. Marcus completed my Job promptly with a minimum of fuss and on time as agreed. I was 100% satisfied with his professionalism both for his quote and brick work repairs to my property.
Charlie Woodvale
Marcus has been completing work for our business for over 2 years. I would highly recommend Bricksfixwa Their work is impeccable, Marcus is a true professional who always goes above and beyond for all of our clients. A reliable company and an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thank you Bricksfixwa for your 10/10 effort every time! From Claire at Nationwide Group
Nationwide Group
Marcus was fantastic from start to finish on this job. He took extra care to ensure that the job was done quickly to the highest quality at an affordable price. Would highly recommend Bricks Fix for any job.
N,Detoro,Midland
Marcus made sure everything was perfect and gave us some great recommendations. Thanks again Marcus!
Crystal.Marmian
We have done several jobs with bricksfixwa and our experience with them has been exceptional. Marcus is a fantastic restoration brick layer and has an extensive knowledge of his chosen trade..
S.Woodman.Kalamunda
2020
Below is a short video showing the installation procedure followed when installing Thorhelical Bars.
An interesting article I read this morning on Tuckpointing.
Brick homes are beautiful, classic, and structurally stout. Yet, brick structures do require upkeep in order to maintain their integrity and vibrant appearance. Tuckpointing is one of the simplest, but most effective ways to ensure the quality of brick walls and facades. What is tuckpointing? Tuckpointing is the process of removing old, deteriorated mortar from in between bricks, and replacing it with new mortar. Here, we’ll explain everything you need to know about this essential maintenance procedure and answer a few FAQs as well:
How Often is Tuckpointing Required?
The great news about tuckpointing is that, when done correctly, you won’t have to worry about replacing mortar again for decades. Typically, experts recommend that homeowners tuckpoint every 20-25 years. It’s worth noting that tuckpointing won’t last quite as long as an original application of mortar. Other factors that could influence how long mortar lasts include the climate (specifically how wet or cold an environment is), the color of the brick, and quality of the mortar application. You can tell if you need tuckpointing done by running a sharp surface along mortar joints. If that produces a fine powder, then your home could need tuckpointing. Loose bricks will also indicate that it’s time to tuckpoint.
Why Should I Tuckpoint?
Tuckpointing serves two critical purposes. First, tuckpointing when necessary will restore the structural integrity of brick facades that would otherwise deteriorate over time. Neglecting to tuckpoint could lead to structural damage and expensive repair costs. Secondly, professional tuckpointing enhances the appearance of brick walls and chimneys.
Tuckpointing DIY Tips
If so inclined, homeowners can choose to tuckpoint their own houses. To do so, you’ll need (at least) the following equipment to get started:
An angle or tuckpoint-specific grinder
Chisel
Tuckpointer blade
Hammer
Hammer Drill
Mortar Gun
Trowel
Safety Goggles
Earplugs
Hose
Brush
Mortar mix
To begin, you’ll want to use the angle grinder to grind away at both the horizontal and vertical joints along the brick surface. Next, use a rotary hammer drill to remove the remaining mortar. You can also use a chisel to chip away at any left over flakes. Brush the joints down and wash them with water. From there, you can apply new mortar to the joints with a trowel and tuckpointer blade. Lastly, after waiting around a half hour, smooth out the mortar and brush away any debris. (Note that this is not a step-by-step breakdown of the tuckpointing process, but rather a quick overview.)
Benefits to Professional Tuckpointing
While it may be tempting to try and tuckpoint parts of your home by yourself, it’s often a better idea to simply contact a professional to perform this task. Tuckpointing requires special equipment and a fine attention to detail. It’s easy for untrained individuals to accidentally chip or damage bricks when removing old mortar. What’s more, an improperly tuckpointed wall will probably require more future work (and time and money) than one tuckpointed by a professional. Lastly, professionals understand how to tuckpoint facades and restore the surface to its original quality and color. Ameatuer tuckpointing jobs may appear inconsistent by comparison.
Final Thoughts
Need help tuckpointing your home? Then don’t hesitate to contact us here at (586) 330-4843. At Brickworks, we strive to provide excellent service for all of your home-improvement and masonry needs. We’ll work with you to deliver a cost-effective solution that will protect both your exterior walls and the natural beauty of your brick home!
One of our proudest moments this year was to take a call from one of Midland Bricks representatives asking us to come into to there office to speak about them using our services. Since that day we have done several jobs for midland bricks and for their customers.
We are very proud of our relationship with such a company and look forward to a successfully working with them in the future.
Thank you everyone at Midland Brick.