Selected work
Recent brick, stone, paving & masonry projects
A selection of work carried out by Orchard Building Services, including traditional brickwork, stonework, fireplace alterations and natural stone paving.
Careful, sympathetic masonry repairs using appropriate materials and proven traditional methods across Herefordshire and surrounding areas.
From small localised repairs to larger repointing projects, the focus is on preparation, compatible materials and a finish that sits naturally with the existing masonry.
Careful removal of failed or inappropriate mortar and repointing using suitable lime-based materials and joint finishes.
Explore lime repointing →Replacement and repair of damaged, spalled and weathered brickwork, with close attention to matching existing work.
Explore brick repairs →Sympathetic repair of natural stone and sandstone, including localised surface repairs where appropriate.
Explore stonework →Repointing and localised repairs to weathered chimney stacks and defective masonry.
Explore chimneys →Natural sandstone paving, repairs, relaying, edging and jointing with careful preparation.
Explore paving →Brick and stone fireplace openings and related masonry alterations, finished to suit the property.
Explore fireplaces →A selection of work carried out by Orchard Building Services, including traditional brickwork, stonework, fireplace alterations and natural stone paving.
Good masonry repair starts before the new mortar or repair material goes in. Preparation, cleaning, joint depth, moisture control and material choice all affect the final result.
Orchard Building Services is run by a City & Guilds trained, time-served bricklayer specialising in brick, stone and traditional lime work.
Older masonry can behave very differently from modern construction. Where appropriate, repairs are carried out using compatible materials and methods, with attention paid to mortar colour, joint profile, stone texture and the character of the existing building.
Customer feedback for Orchard Building Services on Google.
Send a few clear photographs, your area or postcode and a short description of the problem.
Traditional masonry was commonly designed to work with more vapour-permeable, comparatively flexible mortars. The right specification depends on the building, exposure and existing materials.
Sometimes. The condition and depth of deterioration need to be assessed first. Localised repair can be suitable in some situations; badly failed stone may need replacement.
Yes. Clear overview and close-up photographs, together with your location and a brief description, are a useful first step.