Mellor is a village on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, set between Blackburn and the Ribble Valley. The village has a mix of stone-built farmhouses, Victorian cottages, and later detached properties, many enjoying elevated positions with views across the Ribble Valley. The older properties are constructed from local millstone grit with lime mortar joints, while later buildings use brick with sand and cement pointing that may need replacing as it ages.
Cheshire Pointing Ltd brings specialist brick repointing, cleaning, and restoration services to properties throughout Mellor. Whether your home is a Georgian townhouse with decorative stonework, a Victorian terrace with ornamental brickwork, or a later inter-war build, our experienced team understands the materials and techniques needed to deliver a lasting, high-quality finish. We take care to match mortar colour, joint profile, and brick character so the completed work sits naturally with the rest of the building.
Our Services for Mellor Residents:
Cheshire Pointing offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to the unique needs of properties in Mellor:
Our work in Mellor
Customer’s Needs
Our client approached us with concerns about the appearance and condition of their property’s front elevation. They wanted to restore the original look of the brickwork while addressing inconsistencies in colour and damaged mortar joints. The client was specifically looking for professional brick cleaning, brick tinting, and brick repointing services to enhance the curb appeal and ensure the long-term maintenance of their home. They also needed guidance on the scope of the work, including time frame and material requirements.
Our Services Provided
- Replacement of damaged bricks where necessary.
- Comprehensive survey of the property and assessment of required repair work.
- Professional advice on brick cleaning, brick tinting, and brick repointing to match the existing brickwork.
- Coordination of scaffolding, skip hire, and materials to ensure a smooth project process.
- Planning around the customer’s desired time frame for completion.
- High-quality brick tinting to achieve colour consistency.
- Expert repointing of mortar joints using matching mortar.
- Precise chemical cleaning to remove stains and restore the original brick appearance.
Our Solution
Our team carried out a chemical brick cleaning of the front elevation, removing years of dirt and grime to reveal the original brick colour. We then performed brick repointing to ensure all the mortar joints matched perfectly, creating a uniform look across the entire surface.
Benefits to the customer
Why repoint your brickwork?
Brick Repointing in the Mellor Area
Mellor sits on the southern edge of the Ribble Valley, about 4 miles north-east of Blackburn and close to the West Pennine Moors. The village is centred on the Grade II listed St Mary’s Church, which dates to the 12th century and is built from local millstone grit. The surrounding properties range from 17th and 18th-century farmhouses to Victorian cottages and later detached homes. Many of the older buildings have soft lime mortar joints that are vulnerable to inappropriate hard cement repointing. Nearby settlements include Blackburn, Wilpshire, Salesbury, Ribchester, and Langho.
Nearby Areas We Cover
In addition to Mellor, Cheshire Pointing also provides brick repointing services to the following nearby areas:
- Blackburn
- Wilpshire
- Salesbury
- Ribchester
- Langho
- Whalley
- Clitheroe
- Longridge
- Balderstone
- Ramsgreave