Silver Spring, MD's rowhouse stock — built largely between 1880 and 1940 — uses soft common brick laid with natural lime mortar. The specialists below have demonstrated experience with pre-1950 masonry in the Silver Spring, MD area.
Tip: Always ask a mason about mortar type before accepting a quote. A specialist will ask about yours first.
Many contractors use modern Portland cement on historic brick. Because cement is harder than the original soft brick, moisture cannot escape through the joint — it migrates into the brick face, causing spalling and irreversible cracking.
Read the lime mortar guide →12 yrs · 84/100 historic score · Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring Masonry Restoration serves the diverse historic housing stock of Silver Spring and Takoma Park, including Cape Cods, colonials, and early 20th century brick homes. We provide free mortar hardness testing.
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Historic homes in Silver Spring, MD require specialists who understand period-appropriate materials and methods. Our masonry specialists have been vetted for experience with pre-1940 construction techniques.
Silver Spring, MD has a rich architectural heritage. When hiring for historic work, always ask about experience with your specific home type, local historic district requirements, and whether they use period-appropriate materials.