Brick Painting in Brookfield, IL
Old brick sealed with a breathable coating. Blotchy surfaces evened out. A clean, uniform look that holds up in Illinois weather. Licensed and insured, with a price in writing before we start.
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Quick Answer
Brick painting in Brookfield starts at $349 for a standard face, and a full house runs roughly $2,200–$3,800. That's from Vanguard Painting, a licensed company based 15 minutes away in Melrose Park. The job includes a masonry wash, sealing cracks, a primer coat, and two layers of elastomeric paint that move with the brick. We handle Chicago bungalows, two-flats, and modern builds across Brookfield and Cook County.
What's Included in Our Brick Painting Service
Book brick work in Brookfield and this is the full package. No hidden add-ons or surprise charges.
Mold, chalk and efflorescence removed so paint bonds correctly.
Loose mortar repacked and hairline cracks sealed before coating.
Water spots and soot stains sealed so they don't bleed through the finish.
Paint that stretches and contracts with freeze-thaw cycles.
Proper dry time between passes for even color and durability.
Glass and trim covered so they stay clean.
Spray over-spray wiped from walkways and landscaping covered.
We check every wall with you and correct anything you spot.
Brick Painting Prices in Brookfield
Here's where our pricing starts on brick jobs Brookfield homeowners ask about. Wall height, scaffold needs, and the condition of old mortar move the final number.
Not sure what you need? Call (708) 815-7720. Most Brookfield brick jobs get priced over the phone in about five minutes.
Brookfield Brick Has Its Own Challenges
Brookfield has everything from 1920s Chicago bungalows to mid-century ranches. Each brick type needs a different approach.
Old Chicago face brick
Some Brookfield blocks were laid in the 1920s with soft clay brick. It absorbs moisture fast, so we use a breathable primer to stop trapped moisture from popping the paint later.
Salt and freeze cycles
Near the Salt Creek corridor, water freezes and thaws constantly. Standard paint flakes. We use elastomeric coating that stretches when the brick expands.
Fireplace and chimney brick
Fireplace mortar is different than wall mortar. Smoke residue needs a strong alkali-resistant primer before color goes on. We see it on chimney and fireplace brick jobs in Brookfield all year.
Brick painted wrong traps moisture and spalls. We've fixed more failed brick paint jobs in Brookfield than we can count. Get it done right the first time.
How We Paint Brick in Brookfield
Eight steps, same order every time, whether it's a face wall or a whole house.
Inspect the surface
Check for loose mortar, spalled brick, and any spot that needs patching before painting.
Pressure wash
Remove dirt, mold and old chalk. Let it dry completely before we start.
Repair cracks
Fill mortar gaps with a flexible sealant that moves with the wall.
Mask everything
Windows, doors, lights and pathways covered to protect them.
Apply primer
Stain-blocking, breathable primer on bare brick and old painted spots.
First top coat
Elastomeric paint applied by brush, roller or spray, whichever the brick needs.
Second top coat
Full second pass for even color and full weather protection.
Unmask and walk
Everything uncovered and inspected with you. Touch up anything you see.
Brick Work Brookfield Calls Us For
Most calls fall into one of these three types. Same crew, same prep, different scale.
Full exterior brick houses
Entire homes repainted. We do the brick, trim, gutters and doors on one schedule. See our exterior painting services.
Foundations and block walls
Lower level brick and block above and below grade. See basement painting in Brookfield.
Commercial and storefront brick
Retail spaces, office buildings and storefronts. We schedule after hours or weekends. See commercial painting.
A Crew That Knows Brookfield Brick
Our shop is at 541 Winston Dr in Melrose Park. Brookfield is a straight shot south, about 15 minutes, so we can get out for an estimate the same week you call. The person who prices your job is the person you'll see on the scaffolding.
We've painted brick on the bungalows off 31st, the mid-century ranches near the zoo, and the newer builds down by the railroad tracks. Each one demands a different prep. We do not paint every brick the same way.
If your exterior brick is getting fresh paint, check our exterior painting in Brookfield page too. Many customers bundle brick and siding work.
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What Goes Wrong, and What We Deliver
Almost every brick paint call opens with one of these problems. Here's what failed, and here's what a proper job looks like.
The problem
Wrong paint used or moisture trapped behind it. Common on Brookfield homes with older brick.
Efflorescence pushing through. Improper prep and lack of primer causes it.
One coat over bare brick never covers. Looks thin and uneven.
What you get
Elastomeric coating, two full coats, and primer that locks the brick so paint doesn't peel.
Every brick looks the same color. No patchy spots or old mortar lines showing through.
Prevents moisture intrusion, keeps the brick dry and extends the life of the wall.
True on every Brookfield brick job we take:
What Brookfield Brick Looks Like After We Paint It
Even color, sharp edges, and a finish that holds through the Illinois seasons.
What Brookfield Homeowners Say After We Paint Their Brick
Most of our Brookfield work comes from people who saw a neighbor's house done right. Read what they say about the finish and the cleanup.
Other Exterior Work We Do Around Brookfield
Brick is a big part of our schedule, but the same crew covers other exterior surfaces too.
Exterior siding
Wood, fiber cement and vinyl painted on Brookfield homes.
Decks and fences
Staining and sealing for outdoor wood. See deck and fence staining.
Interior work
Drywall repair, cabinet painting and more. See house painting in Brookfield.
Color consultations
Get expert color advice before you commit. Visit our consultation page.
Need more than brick? We cover the whole Cook County service area, and all our Brookfield work is listed on the Brookfield painting page.
Brick Painting in Brookfield, IL: Common Questions
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Can you paint fireplace brick too?
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Get Your Brookfield Brick Painted Properly
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