Facade renovation
in Nivelles
The old centre imposes colour and material constraints, so we always check before ordering a roof covering. That is why facade renovation comes back so often in our schedule in Nivelles.
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The context in Nivelles
Why here in particular
A historic town dominated by the Saint Gertrude collegiate church, Nivelles combines an old centre rebuilt after the war with wide outlying districts. In practice the old centre sets constraints on colour and material: we always check before ordering a roof covering.
A joint hollowed out by ten millimetres is not just a cosmetic flaw: it is a point of entry for water. On an exposed facade, a few winters are enough for the brick to start splitting.
- Quote
- Priced after a site visit, free of charge and with no obligation.
- Duration
- 1 to 3 weeks depending on the area.
- Call-out
- Included in Nivelles and neighbouring municipalities
How it runs
How the job runs
The same protocol everywhere, adapted to what the visit reveals on site. Nothing is decided from the pavement.
- Full survey of the substrate
- Cleaning matched to the material
- Repointing and crack repair
- Render or mineral finish
- Treatment of the sills and thresholds
- Protection of window frames and surroundings
Diagnosis
Substrate, joints, cracks, presence of saltpetre, condition of the sills and thresholds.
Cleaning
Low pressure, micro-abrasive or chemical cleaning, depending on the surface and how dirty it is.
Repairs
Repointing, crack repair, renewal of the window sills.
Finish
Exposed repointing, mineral render or breathable mineral paint.
Protection
Impregnating water-repellent where the finish allows it.
Frequently asked questions
Facade renovation in Nivelles
The questions we get asked most often before this kind of job.
How long between two facade renovations?
15 to 20 years for render, longer for careful repointing on good-quality brick.
Do you do sandblasting?
Rarely, and never dry on soft brick: it strips the surface and leaves it porous for good. We prefer gentle abrasive cleaning or a chemical clean.
And the saltpetre marks?
They point to rising damp. We treat the cause before the facade, otherwise the marks are back within a few months.
Do you come out to Nivelles with no extra call-out charge?
Yes. Nivelles is one of our 17 municipalities: the call-out is included in the quote, not added at the bottom of the invoice.
Other work in Nivelles
While we are on site
Combining two jobs in one visit brings the invoice down. We suggest it when it makes sense, never to pad the quote.
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A quote for facade renovation in Nivelles?
On-site visit, detailed costing within 48 working hours, with no obligation on your part.