A few bricks above my basement window look damaged and split. Can those bricks be replaced?
Answer
Yes, those bricks can usually be replaced individually. In Ferndale, we commonly see brick damage above basement windows due to movement and temperature changes that involve the lintel above the basement windows that support the brick above it. Brick repair usually involves removing the damaged bricks and replacing them with new matching ones. We also check the support above the window for excessive rust or breakage to make sure it’s still solid. When caught early, this helps to prevent it from unnecessarily turning into a larger project.
