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Brickwork is the name on our van, and it is the heart of what we do. Good brickwork should look like it has always been part of your home. Poor brickwork, with uneven joints or mismatched bricks, stands out for the life of the building.
John’s Brickwork has worked as bricklayers in Essex for over 20 years. We build new walls, repair old ones and match existing brick and mortar so new work blends in. From a garden wall to the shell of an extension, we take the same care with every course.
Garden and Boundary Walls
Free-standing garden walls, front boundary walls, piers and pillars for gates, and decorative brick features.
Retaining Walls
Walls that hold back soil on sloping gardens. Taller retaining walls may need an engineer’s design, which we can arrange.
Repointing
We rake out old, crumbling mortar and replace it. We use lime mortar on older properties where cement would trap moisture and damage soft bricks.
Chimney Repairs
Repointing, rebuilding chimney stacks, fixing flashing and replacing pots to stop leaks and loose bricks.
Structural Brickwork
Brickwork for home extensions, garages, porches and new openings for doors and windows.
Brick Repairs
Replacing cracked or spalled (flaking) bricks, fixing cracks and rebuilding damaged sections.
Mortar that turns to dust, bricks that flake and damp patches on inside walls are all signs that brickwork needs attention. Left alone, water gets in and the damage spreads, especially through Essex winters.
When you search for “bricklayers near me“, look for a team with real experience in repairs as well as new builds.
Our bricklayers work across Essex, including Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, Chelmsford, Billericay, Brentwood and Colchester.
In England, you usually need planning permission for a wall over 1 metre high next to a road or footpath, or over 2 metres high elsewhere. Listed buildings and conservation areas have extra rules. If a wall is on the boundary with a neighbour, the Party Wall Act may also apply.
We can advise on these rules when we quote.
The wrong brick or mortar can make new work stand out or even damage old walls. We help you choose.
We also match the mortar colour and joint finish, such as flush, weatherstruck or bucket handle, so new work blends in.
Our Essex bricklayers create structures that inspire. We bring 20 years of expertise to every project, ensuring brickwork that’s both beautiful and functional.
Every bricklaying project gets our full attention. We manage your build efficiently, keeping you updated so you’re always in the loop with our progress and plans.
We take pride in delivering top-notch brickwork. Our skilled team ensures every detail is perfect, leaving your new structure ready to last for years.
The cost depends on the size of the job, the bricks chosen, foundations and access. Repointing is usually priced per square metre. New walls are priced by length and height.
As a guide, these are typical UK prices for repointing in 2026:
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Repointing with cement mortar | £40–£70 per m² |
| Repointing with lime mortar | £60–£90 per m² |
| Repointing a chimney stack | £400–£900 |
| Repointing a full semi-detached house | £3,000–£6,500 |
| Repointing a full detached house | £4,500–£9,000 |
Prices in London and the South East usually run 10–25% above the UK average. Scaffolding can add to the cost.
What affects the price?
Your free quote will always include:
We offer a wide range of bricklaying services across Essex, covering everything from design to completion. From the first chat to the final touch, we work closely with you to ensure your project meets your expectations.
Tell us about your wall, repair or project.
We visit, check the brickwork and give you a fixed price.
We complete the work on schedule and leave the site tidy.
Call 07449 792998 to speak to an experienced Essex bricklayer and get a free, fixed-price quote.
Our post-construction services gives you peace of mind knowing that we are still here for you even after.
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