Burnaby Masonry Co. provides expert masonry restoration in Richmond, BC. Heritage-sensitive restoration of old brick and stone using mortar that matches the original. Call us for a free quote — we're based in Burnaby and serve Richmond regularly.
Masonry Restoration in Richmond: what to know
Steveston Village has some of the most historically significant masonry in Metro Vancouver. Heritage brick restoration in this area requires matched materials and lime mortar expertise.
Masonry restoration brings old brick and stone back to life without erasing its character. We restore heritage and character homes across New Westminster, Vancouver, and Burnaby, matching original brick, stone, and mortar so the repair disappears. This is careful work. Old buildings were built with soft lime mortar and handmade brick, and using modern hard mortar on them does real damage. We use period-appropriate materials and techniques, so the wall stays sound and the building keeps the look that makes it worth saving.
What's included in our masonry restoration service
- Assessment of original brick, stone, and mortar type
- Lime mortar matched to colour, texture, and strength
- Careful raking and repointing that protects soft old brick
- Salvage and reuse of original masonry where possible
- Matched replacement brick and stone for missing pieces
- Gentle cleaning that won't damage the historic surface
- Structural repair of chimneys, foundations, and walls
- Heritage-sensitive detailing throughout
When Richmond homeowners call us for masonry restoration
A pre-1940 character home
Older homes in Queen's Park, Strathcona, and similar areas need restoration, not modern repair, to stay sound and keep their value.
Mortar that's powdering or washing out
Old lime mortar eventually fails. It needs replacing with matching lime mortar, not hard Portland mix that cracks the brick.
Previous repairs that did damage
Hard mortar or the wrong cleaning method on old brick causes spalling. We undo bad repairs and do them properly.
Heritage compliance
If your home has heritage status or guidelines, restoration has to match the original. That's exactly the work we do.
Richmond properties: what we see
Richmond sits near sea level on a river delta, which fundamentally changes the engineering requirements for any masonry structure. The water table is high, the soil compresses under load, and drainage doesn't happen the way it does on sloped lots. Steveston has heritage brick and some of the oldest commercial masonry in the region. The City Centre and Brighouse areas have dense residential and commercial development where stone veneer and block work are common. Terra Nova's newer houses have original stone veneer installations that are now 15–20 years old.
We work throughout Richmond — including Steveston, Brighouse, Terra Nova, City Centre — and we know how the terrain, housing stock, and climate vary across the city. Every quote reflects what we actually see on site.
How we do masonry restoration in Richmond
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Study the original
We identify the original brick, stone, and mortar so the restoration matches what's already there.
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Match the mortar
We mix lime mortar to match colour, sand, and strength, because soft old brick needs soft mortar to survive.
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Repoint and repair
Old mortar comes out gently to protect the brick, then we repoint and replace damaged masonry with matched material.
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Clean gently
We use the gentlest effective cleaning so we don't strip the patina or damage the surface.
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Final review
We walk the work with you so you can see how the repair blends into the original.
Why choose Burnaby Masonry for masonry restoration in Richmond
Lime mortar done right
We understand the chemistry of old buildings. Soft brick gets soft mortar, full stop.
Invisible repairs
The goal is a repair you can't find. We match material and technique so the work blends in.
Respect for the building
We treat character homes like the assets they are, salvaging original material wherever we can.
Experience with Lower Mainland heritage stock
From New West's oldest brick to East Van character homes, we've worked on the buildings that define the area.
