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Brickwork done properly, first time.

Specialist bricklayers covering Northamptonshire and the wider East Midlands.

Brickwork is what we do, day in and day out. From a single feature wall to a full elevation, we take the time to get the bond, the bedding and the pointing exactly right — because nothing dates a property faster than poor brickwork.

Every job starts the same way: a site visit to look at what's actually there, not a guess over the phone. We'll check the existing brick, the mortar colour and how the wall sits, then talk you through the options before giving you a written quote. If your property is older, we'll match bricks as closely as possible — sometimes that means sourcing reclaimed brick, sometimes a modern equivalent weathered to suit.

On the job itself, we set out properly before a single brick is laid. Gauge rods and profiles keep courses level and perpends true, cavities get the right ties at the right centres, and we tool the joints while the mortar is at the right stage so the finish is consistent across the whole wall. It's the unglamorous part of the trade, but it's what separates brickwork that lasts from brickwork that cracks within a few winters.

Homeowners often ask about mess and disruption. Bricklaying is a wet trade, so we protect paths, patios and planting before we start, and we clean down at the end of every day — not just at the end of the job. Scaffolding goes up and comes down on agreed dates, and if we're working around a family home we'll keep access clear and let you know what's happening each day.

Weather matters more than most people realise. We won't lay brick in freezing conditions or heavy rain without proper protection, because mortar that freezes or washes out will fail early. If the forecast turns, we'll tell you honestly rather than press on and leave you with a problem.

Whether it's a garden wall, a chimney, a full house elevation or repairs to something that's seen better days, the approach is the same: do it once, do it properly, and leave it tidy.

What's included

  • Stretcher, English and Flemish bonds
  • Feature walls and chimney builds
  • Brick matching for extensions and repairs
  • Repointing and lime mortar work
  • Block laying and structural walls
  • Lintels, cills and arch detailing

Areas we cover: Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough, Corby, Daventry, Rushden, Towcester, Milton Keynes, Rugby and the wider East Midlands — see all areas we cover.

Recent brickwork

A closer look at the work.

Close-up of freshly laid red brickwork
Detail of new red brick skin and mortar joints
Detail of red brick skin and pointing
Wet red brickwork under construction
Full height brick shell with steel beams
Completed brick extension with clean coursing
Finished brick extension with tiled roof
Full-height brickwork shell with scaffolding
Bricklayer working from scaffold
Detailed brick corner work
Red brick wall with scaffolding detail
Brick elevation of a recent build
Finished brickwork with roof detail
Recent brickwork project
Red brickwork wall built by JD Brickwork in Northamptonshire

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does brickwork cost?

It depends on the brick, access and the size of the job. Small repairs might be a few hundred pounds; larger elevations are priced on the area and materials. Every quote is free and itemised, so you can see exactly where the money goes before committing.

Can you match the bricks on my existing house?

In most cases, yes. We'll identify the brick type and source the closest match available — reclaimed brick for older properties where a perfect match matters. If the match is borderline, we'll build a small sample panel so you can judge it before we commit.

How long will my brickwork job take?

A garden wall or chimney repair is often a matter of days; a full elevation or extension shell takes longer. We'll give you a realistic timescale in the quote and flag anything — weather included — that could shift it.

Do you work in winter?

Yes, but with common sense. Mortar can't be laid in freezing temperatures without protection, so on cold snaps we'll either tent and heat the work or pause until it lifts. We'd rather lose a day than leave you with mortar that fails early.

Will you tidy up afterwards?

Always. We protect paths and planting before we start, clean down at the end of every day, and leave the site swept and clear when the job's finished. Brickwork is messy by nature — how it's left is what matters.

Ready to start your project?

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