Lancaster & Lebanon County — Central Pennsylvania

Built to Last.
Restored to Last.

Specialists in Historical Lime Mortar Repointing

Specialist brick and stone repointing serving Lancaster, Lebanon, and the surrounding Central PA area. DC Repointing restores integrity, stops water damage, and brings aging masonry back to life — using the right mortar for the right structure.

Serving Lancaster & Lebanon County
20+ Years Experience
Historic & Listed Buildings
Lime Mortar Specialists
Free Estimates

Historical Repointing & Lime Mortar

Central Pennsylvania is home to some of the finest historic stone and brick architecture in the country — from Lancaster County's 18th-century farmhouses to Lebanon's Victorian streetscapes. These buildings demand a fundamentally different approach to repointing. DC Repointing specialises in authentic lime mortar work — the only correct choice for historical masonry.

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Period & Listed Buildings

We work on pre-1919 properties, listed buildings, and conservation areas throughout Lancaster, Lebanon, and Central PA where lime mortar is not just preferred — it's required.

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Breathable — As Nature Intended

Lime mortar allows walls to breathe and move naturally with seasonal changes. It absorbs moisture and releases it slowly, protecting both the mortar joint and the surrounding stone or brick.

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Mortar Analysis & Matching

We can analyse your existing mortar and formulate a precise match — the right aggregate colour, texture, and strength — so the repaired joints are virtually invisible.

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Why Cement Is the Wrong Choice

Portland cement is too hard and impermeable for historic masonry. It forces moisture through the face of the stone or brick rather than the joint — causing the very damage you're trying to prevent.

Lime Mortar Types We Use

The right lime mix depends on your building's age, location, and exposure. We assess every project individually and specify accordingly.

Hot Lime (Lime Putty) Ideal for internal work, sheltered areas, and the most delicate historic stonework. Slow-setting, highly flexible.
Natural Hydraulic Lime (NHL) NHL 2, NHL 3.5, or NHL 5 depending on exposure. The most versatile lime for external repointing on period buildings.
Feather Edge & Ribbon Pointing Traditional joint profiles for vernacular stone buildings, faithfully reproduced to match the original character.
Conservation & Heritage Spec Works conforming to English Heritage, Historic England, and SPAB guidelines — full documentation available.
Call Us About Your Historic Building Free site assessment for all heritage projects

Our Services

Serving Lancaster, Lebanon, and Central PA — DC Repointing handles every type of masonry repointing and restoration with precision craftsmanship, from modern brick homes to centuries-old stone buildings.

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Historical Lime Repointing

Authentic lime mortar repointing for period properties, listed buildings, and conservation areas. Formulated and finished to match original specification.

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Brick Repointing

Removing deteriorated mortar and replacing it with fresh, correctly-matched mortar to seal and protect your brickwork for decades.

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Stone Repointing

Specialist mortar work for natural stone walls, rubble stone, and ashlar stonework — always using the correct mix for the substrate.

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Chimney Repair

Full chimney repointing, crown repair, and flashing work to eliminate leaks and structural issues before they become costly problems.

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Tuck Pointing

Precision tuck pointing to restore the original profile and appearance of your mortar joints, improving both aesthetics and performance.

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Waterproofing

Breathable sealers and water-repellent treatments — carefully selected to be compatible with lime mortar and historic masonry.

20+ Years
of Craft
500+
Projects completed
100%
Satisfaction rate
20yr
In business
5★
Average review

Central PA's Repointing Experts

Repointing isn't just cosmetic — it's structural. Poor mortar work, or the wrong mortar entirely, lets water into your walls and accelerates deterioration. DC Repointing has spent over two decades serving Lancaster County, Lebanon County, and Central Pennsylvania, and we're one of the few contractors in the region who truly understand lime mortar and historical masonry.

We specify the right product for every substrate — whether that's a modern sand-and-cement mix or a carefully formulated NHL lime for an 18th-century Lancaster County farmhouse. Every job starts with an honest assessment and a straight-talking quote.

  • Lime mortar specialists for historic & listed buildings
  • Serving Lancaster, Lebanon & surrounding Central PA
  • Mortar matched to original specification
  • Licensed, insured, and background-checked crew
  • No subcontractors — our own trained team only
  • Written warranty on all repointing work

Our Simple Process

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Free Inspection

We visit your property anywhere in Lancaster, Lebanon, or Central PA, assess the mortar, and identify whether lime or cement is the right spec.

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Written Quote

A clear, itemised quote with mortar specification included. We explain exactly what needs doing and why — in plain English.

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Careful Preparation

Old mortar is raked out to the correct depth — by hand where needed for historic stonework where power tools can cause damage.

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Expert Repointing

Fresh mortar — lime or cement as specified — is applied in stages, tooled to the correct profile, and given proper time to cure.

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Final Walkthrough

We clean up, walk you through the finished work, and hand over your written warranty and mortar specification record.

What Our Customers Say

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"Our 1760s Lancaster County farmhouse needed proper lime repointing — three previous contractors had used cement and made things worse. DC Repointing knew exactly what was needed and the result is outstanding."

James & Carol H. — Lancaster County, PA
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"DC Repointing repointed our Victorian terrace in Lebanon and matched the mortar perfectly to the original. You genuinely cannot tell where the old joints end and the new ones begin."

Sandra M. — Lebanon, PA
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"They did our entire front facade and chimney. Immaculate work — on time, clean, and the price matched the quote exactly. Best contractor we've used in Central PA."

Robert T. — Lancaster, PA

Is Your Mortar Showing Its Age?

Serving Lancaster, Lebanon & Central PA — call DC Repointing today for your free inspection and quote.

Call (717) 669-8714

Request a Free Quote

Call or email us and we'll get back to you within one business day. Serving Lancaster, Lebanon, and the surrounding Central Pennsylvania area.

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Service AreaLancaster & Lebanon County, Central PA
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HoursMon–Fri 7am–6pm, Sat 8am–2pm