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Our team installs brick veneers in Southaven, MS that give your home the look of full brick without the extra weight. We properly flash, anchor, and detail every brick veneer project so your siding stays attractive, weather resistant, and low maintenance for years.
Southaven Masonry provides professional brick veneers throughout Southaven, MS, Mississippi and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call (662) 863-5021 or request your free quote.
Brick Veneer Installation in Southaven, MS
Brick veneers give you the look and feel of a solid brick wall without the weight, structural changes, and higher cost. Southaven Masonry installs brick veneers on homes and light commercial buildings throughout Southaven and the surrounding DeSoto County area, with a focus on getting the details right so the veneer looks clean and performs well in Mississippi’s heat, humidity, and storm season.
Brick veneer is a non-structural layer of brick that sits in front of your load‑bearing wall. It can be installed over framed walls with sheathing, CMU block, or existing masonry. When built correctly, it provides a durable exterior, better protection from weather, and an upgrade in curb appeal that often improves resale value. Poorly installed veneer, on the other hand, can trap water, crack, and pull away from the house.
Our approach is simple. We evaluate your existing walls, drainage, and any settlement issues before we ever pick up a trowel. Then we design the veneer and anchoring system to match your specific house instead of forcing a one‑size‑fits‑all layout. This no‑nonsense approach helps avoid problems that sometimes show up years later on rushed veneer jobs.
How Southaven Masonry Installs Brick Veneers Step by Step
A brick veneer job lives or dies in the prep work. We start with a site visit and full inspection of the walls to be covered. We look for foundation movement, rotten sheathing, soft framing, failed housewrap, and existing moisture issues. If we see step cracking, doors that stick, or sagging lintels, we may recommend addressing structural work before adding veneer so you do not cover up problems that will cost more down the road.
Once the wall is cleared, we install or repair the weather barrier. On framed walls this usually means a modern housewrap or building paper, properly lapped and taped around windows, doors, and corners. On CMU or concrete, we may roll on a waterproofing membrane or attach furring with an air gap. We also install flashing at the base of the wall, over window and door heads, and at roof tie‑ins. Those flashings, combined with weep holes, are what let water exit the cavity instead of staying behind the brick.
Next we lay out the brick pattern. We establish a level starter course using a ledger or temporary support, especially on walls where grade slopes, which is common on Southaven lots that fall off toward the backyard. We set brick ties or anchors into the studs or concrete at the spacing required by code, making sure they line up with the mortar joints so they are fully embedded when we lay the brick.
Then we actually build the veneer. We mix mortar to the right consistency for the specific brick and weather conditions. Bricks are laid course by course with full bed joints and head joints, consistent joint thickness, and regular checks with level and line. We intentionally leave weep holes at the bottom and sometimes at window heads to allow drainage and ventilation. After the brick has set up slightly, we tool the joints to the chosen profile, which tightens the seal and gives the wall its final look.
Finally, we clean the veneer with the mildest method that will do the job. In North Mississippi’s summer heat, we avoid aggressive acid cleaning on fresh mortar, which can burn the joints and change brick color. We protect adjacent siding, windows, and landscaping throughout, then walk the project with you to confirm details before we consider it complete.
Brick Veneer Design and Material Options for Southaven Homes
Homeowners in Southaven generally choose brick veneers either to update dated siding, match an existing brick section, or give a new addition the same character as the rest of the house. Southaven Masonry sources a wide range of face bricks and thin bricks from regional yards that stock colors suited to North Mississippi clay tones and Memphis‑area styles.
Standard full‑bed brick veneer is the most common option. It uses full‑size brick laid with a 1 inch air space in front of the sheathing. This style is ideal for new builds or larger remodels where we can adjust foundation ledges or install angle iron supports. Thin brick veneer is another route when you do not have the depth for full brick, such as over existing concrete porches, interior feature walls, or where the foundation does not project enough to carry full brick. We mechanically fasten or adhere thin brick to a suitable backing, then grout the joints for a brick look with less weight.
You can choose from running bond, stacked, Flemish, or more custom patterns on accent sections. Joint profiles like concave, weathered, or flush change the shadow lines and how much the mortar stands out. Light buff, classic red, tumbled, and darker blends are common selections in Southaven neighborhoods, depending on HOA guidelines and neighboring homes.
We also plan out transitions. Where brick veneer meets vinyl, Hardie board, or stone, we detail clean trim lines and flashing so the junction is both neat and watertight. Around entries and garages we can add soldier courses, rowlock sills, or keystone accents that give a custom look without a major cost increase. If you are unsure what would suit your house, we can walk you through examples from recent Southaven projects and recommend a brick and joint combination that will not fight your roof and trim colors.
Cost Factors and Typical Pricing Considerations
The price of brick veneers in Southaven varies, but there are clear reasons why one project costs more than another. Square footage is the obvious driver, but wall condition and access often have a bigger impact than homeowners expect.
Walls that are straight, structurally sound, and already covered with good sheathing and housewrap cost less to cover. If we have to tear off failing siding, replace rotted sheathing, or correct framing issues, that adds labor and materials but also prevents moisture and movement problems under the new veneer. Two‑story sections, steep grades, and tight side yards can require extra scaffolding or lifts, which increases labor time and setup costs.
Material choice matters as well. Common brick blends that local yards stock in volume are generally less expensive than special‑order or handmade units. Thin brick systems can either save money or cost more, depending on the backing and installation method needed. Mortar color upgrades, custom joint profiles, and decorative patterns add time per square foot and are priced accordingly.
Existing openings also matter. Cutting in new windows or enlarging openings in conjunction with the veneer involves structural headers, new flashing, and finish trim. That is a different scope than simply covering flat wall. In some Southaven neighborhoods with strict HOAs, matching an existing brick exactly may require more sourcing time and higher brick cost than choosing a close but standard alternative.
During an estimate, Southaven Masonry measures the walls, checks access, notes any repairs that will be required, and discusses brick and mortar options. We then provide line‑item pricing so you see exactly what is driving the number instead of a single lump sum with no explanation.
Local Codes, Moisture Control, and Common Problems We Prevent
Brick veneers in North Mississippi must handle high humidity, heavy rain, and the occasional hard freeze. Most long‑term failures we see in Southaven are not about the brick quality. They are about missing flashings, no weep holes, or poorly anchored veneer.
Local building codes, based on the International Residential Code as adopted by Southaven and DeSoto County, require specific spacing for brick ties, a proper air gap, and a weather‑resistant barrier on framed walls. We install corrosion‑resistant ties that fasten into studs, not just sheathing, and we keep the air cavity clear of excess mortar. This cavity is your safety zone. It lets water drain down to the flashing and exit through weep holes instead of soaking your framing.
We also pay attention to areas where roofs intersect walls, such as around porches and garage returns. Without step flashing and counterflashing that integrate with the veneer, water can drive in during Southaven’s frequent thunderstorms and rot the framing behind the brick. At wall bases, we keep the veneer clear of soil and mulch to reduce wicking and efflorescence and to keep termites from having a hidden path into the structure.
If you already have an older veneer that is bowing, cracking excessively, or letting water in, we can assess whether selective rebuilding, additional anchors, or full removal is the right fix. We will explain the cause first, whether it is settlement, rusted ties, or trapped moisture, so you understand why we recommend a particular repair instead of just covering it up.
What to Expect When You Hire Southaven Masonry
Working with Southaven Masonry on a brick veneer installation starts with a straightforward site visit. We walk the property with you, check wall conditions, and talk through your goals. You will see and touch actual brick samples instead of choosing from tiny photos. Once you settle on a look and we confirm the wall conditions, we provide a written scope and schedule.
On the job start date, we set up access, protect landscaping and hardscape, and stage materials where they are out of your way as much as possible. During demolition of old siding or failed veneer sections, we keep debris organized and haul it away, which is important on smaller Southaven lots where neighbors are close. We keep you updated on any hidden conditions we uncover so there are no surprises.
During installation you will see steady, methodical progress. Brickwork is not a race. We focus on straight lines, tight joints, and correct detailing at every opening. If weather rolls in, especially severe summer storms, we secure materials and protect open walls. At the end of each day we clean up, coil hoses and cords, and keep the site as tidy as possible so you can still live in and move around your home.
When the veneer is complete, we do a final inspection with you, point out expansion joints, control joints, and weep locations, and review simple maintenance steps, such as avoiding heavy pressure washing and maintaining caulk at windows. Our goal is for you to understand not just how the veneer looks, but how it works to protect your house in the Southaven climate.
