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Repointing costs: Price breakdown 2026 (UK)
Updated 02/26
Typical cost
Most repointing work costs £50–£60 per m² for standard brickwork, including clean-up.
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Older and period properties often require lime mortar, not cement, to avoid trapping damp and causing long-term damage.
Key cost driver
Access and preparation — especially raking out and scaffolding — have the biggest impact on total cost.
Repointing restores the mortar that holds bricks or stone together, protecting your home from damp, heat loss, and structural damage.
The cost of repointing varies depending on the surface, access, materials used, and how much preparation is needed.
Here, you'll discover how much repointing costs in the UK in 2026, what affects pricing, and how to budget accurately using our repointing cost calculator.
How much does repointing cost in 2026?
Repointing is usually priced per square metre, with larger projects sometimes quoted as a fixed price.
| Typical repointing costs | Unit | Price range - low | Price range - high | Average UK cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repointing a brick wall (including clean up) | Per m² | £50 | £60 | £55 |
| Repointing a stone wall (including clean up) | Per m² | £60 | £100 | £80 |
| Cost to add raking out | Per m² | £20 | £50 | £35 |
| Repointing – front or side of a house | Per property | £1,500 | £2,200 | £1,750 |
| Repointing a semi-detached house | Per property | £4,000 | £5,000 | £4,500 |
| Repointing a Victorian terraced property | Per property | £3,000 | £4,400 | £3,700 |
| Repointing a chimney | Per chimney | £500 | £1,000 | £750 |
| Repointing a roof | Full roof | £500 | £2,000 | £1,250 |
| Repointing a patio | Per m² | £10 | £20 | £15 |
| Scaffolding hire | Per m² | £15 | £25 | £20 |
| Last updated: June 2026 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | ||||
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How much does repointing cost per m²?
The average repointing cost for a brick wall is £55 per m²
Repointing a stone wall typically costs around £80 per m²
Patio repointing averages around £15 per m²
Repointing hourly rates
Hourly rates are usually used for small repairs or patch work rather than full repointing projects.
The average hourly rate for repointing brickwork is around £25–£45 per hour
That said, this will vary depending on the individual tradesperson, their experience and the complexity of the repointing work needed.
Repointing costs by project type
Brick wall repointing costs
Repointing brickwork typically costs £50–£60 per m², including labour and clean-up
Larger walls reduce the average cost per m², while high or awkward access increases it
Stone wall repointing costs
Stonework usually costs more due to irregular joints and slower working time
Expect around £60–£100 per m² on average, rising for rubble stone or heritage finishes
Cost to repoint a house
Repointing an entire property is labour-intensive and often requires scaffolding:
Single wall (front or side): £1,500–£2,200
Semi-detached house: £4,000–£5,000
Victorian terraced house: £3,000–£4,400
Chimney repointing costs
Chimneys are highly exposed and often fail first
Typical repointing cost: £500–£1,000, plus scaffolding if required
Roof repointing costs
Much like how mortar holds bricks together in walls, it also holds concrete tiles in place on roofs. Roof repointing usually involves ridge tiles rather than the full roof and may need doing every 10 years.
Typical price range: £500–£2,000 to repoint a full roof
Often combined with roof repairs while scaffolding is in place
Patio repointing costs
Used to prevent weeds and water ingress.
Average patio repointing cost: £10–£20 per m²
Loose slabs usually need relaying instead
Much like with brick walls, the mortar is removed, the space is cleaned and then refilled. Usually, this is done with a resin or polymeric mortar.
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What affects repointing costs?
Several factors explain why repointing quotes vary:
Type of project & area size – larger areas increase labour time
Raking out – typically £20–£50 per m²
Masonry condition – damaged bricks may need replacing
Mortar type – lime mortar costs more than cement
Access & height – scaffolding adds cost
Pointing style – decorative finishes take longer
Waste disposal – usually included in a quote, but always confirm
Older properties weren't built using a damp proof course and cavity walls like more modern homes. Instead, the walls need to 'breathe', which is why a lime-based mortar is usually best for older buildings.
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Additional costs to budget for
Some quotes may exclude:
Scaffolding or access platforms
Brick replacement or stitching repairs
Lime mortar upgrades on period homes
Waste removal (if not included)
Therefore, always confirm what’s included before work starts.
How long does repointing take?
Typical timeframes:
Small wall section: 1–2 days
Single elevation: 3–5 days
Whole house: 7 days or more
Weather, access, and mortar type can all affect timelines.
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What’s included in a repointing quote?
Usually included:
Labour and materials
Raking out and repointing
Clean-up and waste removal
Often excluded:
Scaffolding
Brick replacement
Decorative pointing styles
Why not take the opportunity to complete other projects while your scaffolding is in place? For example, exterior painting, gutter replacement, or chimney flashing repair.
Repointing: tradesperson vs DIY
Repointing is a skilled trade. Poor work can:
Trap moisture and worsen damp
Crack prematurely
Reduce property value
Hiring professional tradespeople with experience in the correct mortar and technique is the safest option.
Signs your property needs repointing
Crumbly or missing mortar
Damp patches or efflorescence
Loose or cracked bricks
Draughts through walls
Early repairs prevent much higher costs later.
A white powdery coating appearing on your bricks is known as 'efflorescence.' This is often caused by damp, so it's best to identify the source of the problem before repointing. Failing to do this could just trap the damp and make the problem worse. A surveyor can advise.
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Repointing FAQs
What is repointing?
Repointing is the process of removing and replacing damaged or weathered mortar between bricks or stone.
It helps maintain structural stability, prevents water ingress, and can improve the appearance and durability of walls — particularly in older properties that rely on breathable mortar.
Is it cheaper to render or repoint?
If masonry is sound, repointing is usually cheaper than rendering.
Does repointing add value?
Yes, repointing can add value to your property — it improves appearance, weather resistance, and buyer confidence.
Can repointing cause damp?
Repointing an older building with cement mortar instead of lime mortar can cause damp. This is because cement mortar can seal in existing moisture. On the other hand, lime mortar allows the walls to breathe.
What can go wrong with repointing?
Poor workmanship can lead to mortar cracking, trapped damp, and structural damage.
What happens if you don’t repoint a house?
If deteriorating mortar is left untreated, it can lead to damp penetration, damaged brickwork, and reduced structural strength.
In severe cases, this can result in costly repairs that far exceed the cost of repointing, especially where moisture affects internal walls, floors, or insulation.
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