Stafford is a historic market and county town in Staffordshire that exhibits a rich architectural character spanning from medieval times to the 20th century. Its core features continuous rows of two to four-storey buildings, predominantly constructed from local red brick, often with stone dressings. Early timber-framed buildings, such as the Ancient High House dating from 1595, exist alongside later brick-faced structures. The 18th and 19th centuries saw prosperity, leading to large houses and widespread brick re-facing, while the essential 18th and 19th-century character largely endures today.
Cheshire Pointing Ltd brings specialist brick repointing, cleaning, and restoration services to properties throughout Stafford. Whether your home is a Georgian townhouse with stone dressings, a Victorian terrace with Staffordshire blue tile roofing, 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 Stafford Residents:
Cheshire Pointing offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to the unique needs of properties in Stafford:
Our work in Stafford
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 Stafford Area
Stafford exhibits a rich architectural character spanning from medieval times to the 20th century. Its core features continuous rows of two to four-storey buildings, predominantly constructed from local red brick, often with stone dressings, particularly in civic structures. Early timber-framed buildings, such as the Ancient High House built in 1595, exist, with many later brick-faced in the 19th century. The 18th and 19th centuries saw prosperity, leading to large houses such as Chetwynd House and widespread brick re-facing. Rapid expansion in the 1860s added working-class housing and factories, while late 19th-century civic rejuvenation reshaped the Martin Street area. Despite 20th-century alterations, the essential 18th and 19th-century character largely endures. Roofing commonly features Staffordshire blue or red plain clay tiles.
Nearby Areas We Cover
In addition to Stafford, Cheshire Pointing also provides brick repointing services to the following nearby areas:
- Stone
- Eccleshall
- Penkridge
- Gnosall
- Hixon
- Great Haywood
- Cannock
- Rugeley
- Lichfield
- Newport
- Uttoxeter
- Armitage
- Great Wyrley
- Acton Trussell