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EFFLORESCENCE ON YOUR BRICK OR STONE

Efflorescence on your brick or stone

 

Efflorescence is a white powdery deposit on the surface of unsealed concrete, brick or pavers and can be seen as a white blush "under" the sealer on sealed surfaces.  It is caused by moisture vapor (not necessarily water) migrating through the substance bringing soluble salts to the surface.  It is increased by low temperatures, moist conditions, condensation, rain, dew or water on or under the surface of the concrete, brick or pavers.  Salts must be dissolved by water before efflorescence can occur.

Efflorescence occurs as the surface heats up from exposure to the sun and the water inside the concrete, brick or pavers evaporates and wicks the water and salts to the surface.

Power washing can be effective in removing efflorescence but if the spray is too intense, it can actually open pores in the concrete or brick and encourage further efflorescence.  Acid washing can do the same thing as it cleans by removing a fine layer of the substance and opening the pores. In order to remove efflorescence we recommend SealGreen Efflorescence Remover - a biodegradable and environmentally friendly phosphate free formula to remove efflorescence, mineral and salt deposits from virtually any hardscape surface with minimal or no brushing. 


Generally, removing or cleaning efflorescence from a surface is an ongoing solution rather than a cure.  Ideally the solution involves finding the source of the water or moisture and stopping the problem there.  Sealing may help but if the moisture still finds its way into the substrate, you could end up with spalling.  

The salts brought to the surface are rarely harmful.  However, the fact that efflorescence keeps returning is an indication that water is moving through the concrete, brick or pavers in ways that were not intended.  It is the transfer or water or moisture through the substrate that can result in serious issues such as mold or structural concerns. Moisture left unchecked during times of freeze-thaw can cause the slab to weaken, spall or crumble in some cases.

Not all white stains are efflorescence.  Efflorescence is usually white, may be sparkly, flakes off the surface.  It is composed of the salts left behind by water evaporation through the slab. SealGreen Efflorescence Remover will cause immediate effervescence when applied to the efflorescence. If customers can’t find it, it doesn’t exist. Clearly list and describe the services you offer. Also, be sure to showcase a premium service.

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Absolute Masonry & Foundation,LLC

28009 E. Colbern Rd. Lees Summit MO 64086

Office 816-774-816

Hours

Mon

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Tue

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Wed

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Thu

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Fri

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

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By Appointment

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By Appointment

Have you seen the top of your chimney lately?

Chimney Repair Before

Chimney Repair Before

Chimney Repair Before

The concrete cap on your chimney is the first thing that cracks

You might not know this but your concrete cap on your chimney is the first thing that cracks. Then water will start to work its way down the chimney and into your house. 

Chimney Repair After

Chimney Repair Before

Chimney Repair Before

Preventive Chimney Maintenance is a necessity.

Preventive Maintenance is a necessity.  It is cost effective to have your chimney inspected now before its too late.  We grind out the old mortar joints about 2" deep and replace with new Ashgrove Type PLN or PLS.    Absolute Mortar Mix  is specially formulated to reduce water penetration and efflorescence of masonry mortar joints. By incorporating a proprietary, dry polymeric integral water repellent admixture.  Our skilled masons tint the mortar to match the existing mortar joints.   

Drone Services

Crack Chimney Cap

Rejoint Brick Chimney

Rejoint Brick Chimney

Cracked Chimney Cap. If we can not see the damage, we will fly a Drone to the top and take pictures

 

  • If we can not see the damage, we will fly our Drone to the top and take pictures for you. 
  • As you can see the damaged concrete cap, we will remove the existing cap and replace it with new  high strength concrete. 

Rejoint Brick Chimney

Rejoint Brick Chimney

Rejoint Brick Chimney

Brick Spalling or flaking brick is a type of failure caused by moisture and the freeze/thaw cycle.

 Brick Spalling or flaking brick is a type of failure caused by moisture and the freeze/thaw cycle.   We remove the brick and replace with a new matching brick. We have 5 different brick yards in the local area we work with.  Best way to stop this from happening is a brick or stone sealer.  A clear masonry water repellent that contains silanes and siloxanes.   

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Absolute Masonry & Foundation,LLC

2307 NW South Outer Road, Suite 207 Blue Springs, MO 64015, US

816-774-8161

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