What mortar means
Mortar is the paste of cement, lime, sand and water that bonds brick, block and stone together. Mortar types differ in strength and flexibility.
Also called mortar mix, type S, type N.
Where it matters on a masonry and hardscape job
On repointing, the new mortar must be softer than the brick, or the brick spalls. Match the type and color to the old work and say which you will use.
What it costs
Jobs that involve mortar are priced in the brick tuckpointing cost guide: about $1,750 typical, usually $1,000 to $2,500. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The brick repointing cost calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Brick repointing cost calculator
- Cost guide: Brick tuckpointing cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free masonry and hardscape resources