Tuckpointing costs $5 to $25 per square foot, while repointing runs $3 to $20 per square foot.2,3 A typical 100-square-foot repointing job averages $1,450.1,4 Prices below are national averages* for 2026.
*National averages, not local quotes. Your price depends on wall height, accessibility, mortar type, joint condition and local mason rates.
$1,450
avg per 100 sq ft (HA/Angi)
$5–$25
tuckpointing per sq ft
$3–$20
repointing per sq ft
$50–$100
mason hourly rate (Angi)
What sources say
| Source | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| HomeAdvisor | $1,450 average per 100 sq ft, $400 – $2,500 | Repointing $3 – $15 per sq ft; tuckpointing $5 – $25 |
| Angi | $1,450 average per 100 sq ft, $400 – $2,500 | Identical figures: same dataset as HomeAdvisor |
| HomeGuide | Repointing $3 – $20 per sq ft; tuckpointing $5 – $25 | Height and job-type tables below |
| Forbes | Tuckpointing about $15 per sq ft average | $5 – $25 range |
HomeAdvisor and Angi print identical numbers, so they count as one dataset; HomeGuide and Forbes are independent and agree on the per-foot ranges. Repointing replaces failing mortar with matching mortar; tuckpointing adds a contrasting fillet line for a crisp look, which is why it costs more.1,2,3,4
Repointing vs. tuckpointing, per square foot
| Job | Per sq ft | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Repointing brick | $3 – $15 | HomeAdvisor |
| Repointing brick, walls up to 8 ft | $3 – $20 | HomeGuide |
| Repointing, walls above 8 ft (scaffolding) | $5 – $25 | HomeGuide |
| Tuckpointing | $5 – $25 | HomeGuide / Forbes |
| Chimney tuckpointing | $8 – $30 | HomeGuide |
| Stone foundation repointing | $5 – $28 | HomeGuide |
Example job sizes (HomeGuide)
| Job | Cost |
|---|---|
| 8 ft x 10 ft brick wall repointing | $240 – $1,600 |
| Chimney repointing | $500 – $2,500, or $20 – $50 per row |
| Minimum job fee | $200 – $1,500, depending on project type |
Angi puts minimum fees for small patch-up jobs higher, at $300 to $2,000, when the mason does not charge by the square foot.4
Mortar type matters (HomeAdvisor)
| Mortar type | Strength (psi) | Cost per sq ft | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| M | 2,500 | $5 – $10 | Too strong for regular brickwork |
| S | 1,800 | $5 – $10 | Common for brick walls and chimneys |
| N | 750 | $5 – $20 | More flexible; best for chimneys and exterior walls |
Matching old mortar is not guesswork: a mortar analysis costs $200 to $500, or a color analysis at $100 to $300 for newer homes, and using the wrong mortar can cause structural damage over time.4
DIY or hire
Sources lean strongly toward hiring a mason here: Angi advises against DIY repointing outright, HomeGuide calls it a challenging, time-consuming project, and Forbes warns that the wrong mortar can damage the brick itself. Done right, the repair lasts up to 30 years.4 The Home Depot mortar mix category shows current pricing by mortar type.
Related guides
Brick Repair Cost: What You’ll Pay in 2026
Chimney Repair Cost
Foundation Repair Cost
Concrete Repair Cost
All cost guides
Sources
1. HomeAdvisor — Repointing and Tuckpointing Cost
2. HomeGuide — Repointing or Tuckpointing Cost
3. Forbes — Tuckpointing Cost
4. Angi — Repointing Brick Cost