Detroit's brick homes are built to last — but only when the mortar, brick, and foundation holding them together is properly maintained. We make sure yours is.
Back to All ServicesMasonry is one of those things that homeowners often notice only when it's failing — crumbling mortar joints, spalling brick faces, stair-step cracks in a foundation wall, or a chimney that's shifting. What most people don't realize is that these issues almost always start small and become expensive quickly when ignored. Arise Above Construction specializes in catching and correcting masonry problems before they escalate.
Detroit's climate is particularly hard on masonry. Freeze-thaw cycles cause water that has infiltrated mortar joints to expand and crack them further each winter. A home that looks solid in June can show significant deterioration by March. Regular tuckpointing and brick maintenance isn't just cosmetic — it's structural preservation.
We handle everything from single-chimney tuckpointing and isolated brick replacement to full foundation repair and large-scale exterior brick restoration. Every job is evaluated with an eye for the underlying cause, not just the visible symptom.
Deteriorated mortar joint removal and replacement with properly mixed mortar matched to your brick — the single best investment in preserving a brick home.
Spalled, cracked, and damaged brick removal and replacement with matched brick — maintaining the structural integrity and appearance of your exterior.
Crown repair, cap installation, flashing replacement, firebox repair, and full chimney tuckpointing — keeping your chimney structurally sound and watertight.
Crack injection, parging restoration, block foundation repair, and waterproofing membrane application — protecting your home's structural foundation.
Block and brick retaining wall construction and repair — properly drained and engineered for lasting performance against soil and water pressure.
Concrete, brick, and block step reconstruction and repair — keeping your entry safe, level, and in keeping with your home's character.
We work in older Detroit brick homes every week and understand the materials, the failure patterns, and the right repair methods for homes built between the 1920s and 1970s — the backbone of Detroit's residential neighborhoods.
The wrong mortar mix is harder than the surrounding brick and causes more damage over time. We use historically appropriate, softer mortars that move with your brick — not against it.
We don't just fix what's broken. We assess surrounding areas and flag what's trending toward failure — so you can address it on your schedule, not in an emergency.
Masonry problems rarely fix themselves — they grow. Let us take a look and give you an honest assessment of what needs attention and what can wait.