Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Masonry Services in Essex & London
Established with a collective expertise spanning over six decades, Essex Brickwork and Repointing specialise in the meticulous restoration and preservation of period properties. Our team employs traditional methods and materials to ensure every project aligns with the historical integrity of the structures we work on, from Grade-listed buildings to heritage sites. Certified operators of the DOFF Integra Steam Cleaning System, we offer environmentally conscious solutions for paint and grime removal while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship.Fully insured and committed to excellence, our work for esteemed clients like English Heritage underscores our reputation for quality and reliability. With a focus on lime mortar repointing, brick cleaning, and structural repairs, we combine time-honoured techniques with modern innovation to deliver enduring results.
Services
Brickwork
Repointing
Brick Cleaning
Render Removal
Paint Removal
Ivy Removal
Exterior Decorating
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of combined experience in brickwork and restoration.
- Certified operators of the DOFF Integra Steam Cleaning System for eco-friendly cleaning.
- Proven track record with Grade-listed buildings and English Heritage projects.
- Specialise in traditional lime mortar methods for period property conservation.
- Fully insured with work guaranteed to the highest standards.
Associations and certifications
- DOFF Integra Steam Cleaning System
What people say
Quality work
Professional service
Excellent results
Reliable team
Attention to detail
Services
Brickwork
We provide comprehensive brickwork solutions, including new builds, extensions, and structural repairs. Our team uses traditional lime mortar techniques to match existing period properties while ensuring durability. Specialising in garden walls, retaining walls, and conservatory bases, we combine craftsmanship with modern methods for lasting results.
Repointing
Repointing restores the integrity of brickwork by replacing eroded mortar joints. We use lime or cement-based mixes to match original finishes, offering styles like flush, tuck, and weathered pointing. This prevents water ingress and extends the lifespan of masonry structures while preserving their historical character.
Brick Cleaning
Our brick cleaning services remove dirt, paint, and atmospheric grime using eco-friendly acid solutions or mechanical methods. The DOFF Integra Steam System safely restores original brick colours without damaging delicate surfaces, ideal for heritage buildings and listed properties.
Render Removal
We remove pebbledash and render to expose original brickwork, followed by cleaning and repointing. This process revitalises a property's appearance while maintaining structural integrity, using techniques suited to both modern and period buildings.
Paint Removal
Specialist paint removal techniques safely strip coatings from brickwork without abrasive blasting. This preserves the underlying masonry, allowing for subsequent cleaning and repointing to restore a property's authentic aesthetic.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Essex and London, including Basildon, Chelmsford, Colchester, Walthamstow, and surrounding boroughs.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience with Grade-listed properties and English Heritage projects, using traditional methods to preserve historical integrity.
What is repointing?
Repointing involves renewing mortar joints to prevent water damage. We match existing mortar colour and texture using lime or cement-based mixes for durability.
How do you clean brickwork?
We use eco-friendly acid solutions, high-pressure washing, and the DOFF Integra Steam System to remove grime without harming masonry surfaces.
Are you insured?
Yes, all our work is fully insured, and we guarantee our services to the highest industry standards.
Can you remove pebbledash?
Yes, we safely remove pebbledash and render to reveal original brickwork, followed by cleaning and repointing for a restored finish.
Reviews (7)
Calum Pringle
Dec 25, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Can't recommend Michael and his team more - they removed the old render on our Edwardian terrace, restoring and repointing the original brickwork underneath. Great job, very efficient and tidy - and clearly take pride in what they do!
Can't recommend Michael and his team more - they removed the old render on our Edwardian terrace, restoring and repointing the original brickwork underneath. Great job, very efficient and tidy - and clearly take pride in what they do!
Lottie Hayes
Jul 12, 2020
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The Essex brickwork and repointing team did a fantastic job on renovating the facade of our Victorian terrace in Hackney. Me and my partner are so happy and grateful for all of the hard work you put in which exceeded our expectations. Thanks again and we would 100% recommend.
Lottie and Seb
Lottie and Seb
Rowan Mcculloch
Dec 20, 2019
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Michael and team finished the brickwork restoration work at our property in Forest Gate 2 weeks ago. Me and my partner are extremely happy with the finish and couldn't recommend these guys enough. Courteous, punctual and very knowledgeable about historic properties. We ended up going with the weather-struck pointing which looks brilliant. They also organised the exterior decorating which also now looks fantastic. Scaffold has now been taken away and we are over the moon and the envy of the street. As promised, 5 stars *****
Jordan Bourke
Nov 24, 2019
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Our job was cancelled by Michael at Essex Brickwork 1 week before it was due to start, having booked it in 3 months prior. We were in touch on numerous occasions during the 3 months, and Michael called out to the house about 10 days before the job to confirm everything. Then a few days later he emailed to say because their other jobs were running over he would have to cancel or delay the job to Jan 2020 at the earliest. Absolutely appalling customer service to cancel only days before the job, wasting over 3 months of our time. After pressing him a number of times to keep the job as planned, he
Yvonne Mayne
Oct 05, 2019
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Matcham Road, Leytonstone -
We needed the pebbledash removed from the facade of the property as we had some internal crack that needed addressing. After consulting Essex Brickwork and Repointing they agreed to first removing the pebbledash to expose the underlying brickwork and then addressing any necessary work. After installing helifix bars (please excuse me if I have got the name wrong) they then cleaned the brickwork and repointed everything in lime mortar. We were and still are so impressed with the work they did and couldn't thank them enough. Would recommend 100%. Thank you so much!
We needed the pebbledash removed from the facade of the property as we had some internal crack that needed addressing. After consulting Essex Brickwork and Repointing they agreed to first removing the pebbledash to expose the underlying brickwork and then addressing any necessary work. After installing helifix bars (please excuse me if I have got the name wrong) they then cleaned the brickwork and repointed everything in lime mortar. We were and still are so impressed with the work they did and couldn't thank them enough. Would recommend 100%. Thank you so much!
Tj Moncur
May 19, 2019
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Cannot recommend highly enough, quality from start to finish in every department and a pleasure to deal with
Ian Chatteris
Oct 22, 2017
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Michael and the guys were brilliant from start to finish. Always polite and punctual. Very professional and the end product is outstanding. Highly recommended
