Stone and brick foundations carry many of Nashville older homes. Here is how they work and how to care for them.
Fieldstone, limestone and handmade brick built the foundations of many century-old Nashville homes. The stones are laid in lime-rich mortar that is softer than the stone, so water and wear take their toll on the mortar first. These walls are thick, heavy and breathable, and they work well when the water around them is managed.
Common problems include crumbling mortar, loose stones, bulging sections and moisture coming through the wall. The right repair uses mortar that matches the original in softness and color, replaces loose stones, supports bulging areas and directs water away. Hard modern cement and tight sealers are often the wrong choice, because they trap moisture and damage the stone.
Built to last.
Wears first, by design.
Wall made whole.
Protects the stone.
Do not trap moisture.
Matched finish.
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Which Foundation Service Do I Need? QuizAnswer five questions about what you see and where, and see the foundation services that fit best.Try it 
Foundation Crack CheckerPick the crack type, measure its width and tell us if it is changing to see how much attention it may need.Try it 
Foundation Repair Budget PlannerPick a project and a size and get a ballpark planning range.Try it It is softer than the stone and lets the wall breathe.
Often, with repointing, resetting and drainage.
Only with breathable products. Tight sealers can cause damage.
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