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Who We Are
Lentle Repair is your specialized masonry solution for the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We're not a general contractor trying to do everything: we focus specifically on lintel repair and structural masonry issues because that's where precision matters most.
Your home's lintels carry significant weight. When they fail, you see cracks above doorways, sagging bricks over garage openings, and structural problems that worsen with every season. We understand the physics behind these failures, and more importantly, we know how to fix them permanently.
Our team consists of certified masonry technicians who have undergone extensive training in structural brick repair. We don't patch symptoms: we address root causes. Every member of our crew can explain exactly why your lintel is failing and what it takes to restore proper load distribution.
The LintleLOCK™ Advantage
Lentle Repair is a certified installer of the patented LintleLOCK™ system: the most advanced lintel repair technology available today. Traditional methods rely on temporary supports or complete lintel replacement, both expensive and invasive approaches. LintleLOCK™ changes that equation entirely.
The system works through engineered load redistribution. Here's what makes it different:
Permanent Structural Support LintleLOCK™ doesn't just hold bricks in place: it transfers loads to structurally sound points in your masonry. The physics is straightforward and proven. Once installed, the system bears the weight your original lintel was designed to carry.
Minimal Disruption We don't demolish half your wall to access a failed lintel. The LintleLOCK™ installation process requires selective brick removal only where necessary. Your garage remains functional. Your landscaping stays intact. We complete most installations in a single day.
Code-Compliant Engineering The system meets structural engineering standards for permanent load-bearing applications. You're not getting a Band-Aid solution that'll need redoing in five years. This is engineered repair backed by structural calculations.
Backed by Champion Brick Repair & Whitestone Construction
Lentle Repair operates under the umbrella of Champion Brick Repair, a division of Whitestone Construction based in Hamilton, Texas. This relationship gives you access to decades of masonry expertise and a proven track record across thousands of residential and commercial projects.
Champion Brick Repair brought the LintleLOCK™ system to Texas after extensive testing and validation. We didn't adopt this technology on a whim: our leadership spent months evaluating its engineering, testing installations, and verifying long-term performance before offering it to clients.
What This Partnership Means for You:
Access to experienced structural engineers when complex issues arise
Supply chain relationships that ensure proper materials and timely completion
Warranty backing from an established construction company, not a fly-by-night operation
Quality control processes refined over 20+ years in the masonry business
Champion Brick Repair maintains an Angie's List 5-star rating and an A+ Better Business Bureau record. When you hire Lentle Repair, you're getting that same commitment to quality and customer service, specifically focused on lintel and structural masonry repair.
Our Guarantee: Physics-Based Confidence
We offer a lifetime structural warranty on LintleLOCK™ installations. That's not marketing hyperbole: it's confidence in engineering.
The warranty covers structural performance of the repaired lintel system. If the LintleLOCK™ installation fails to maintain proper load distribution, we return and make it right at no additional cost. Period.
Why We Can Make This Promise:
The LintleLOCK™ system relies on fundamental load-transfer principles. Steel components bear calculated loads. Anchor points distribute forces to sound masonry. There's no mystery here: just applied engineering. When installed correctly by trained technicians, the system performs as designed.
Tip: Always verify that any structural repair comes with transferable warranty documentation. You should have paperwork explaining exactly what's covered and for how long.
We also stand behind our custom mortar matching and brick restoration work. If color-matched mortar doesn't blend properly with your existing masonry, we remix until it does. If replacement bricks don't match the size, texture, or color of your originals, we source different ones.
What Sets Our Process Apart
Your initial consultation includes a thorough structural assessment: not a quick visual estimate. Our technicians examine:
The extent of lintel deflection and brick displacement
Load-bearing capacity of surrounding masonry
Water damage or deterioration affecting structural components
Proper installation points for the LintleLOCK™ system
You receive a written evaluation explaining the problem in plain terms and outlining the recommended solution. We include photos documenting current conditions and showing exactly where we'll work.
During Installation:
We protect your property with drop cloths and barriers
Remove only the bricks necessary for LintleLOCK™ access
Install the system according to engineered specifications
Restore brickwork with matched materials and proper mortar joints
Conduct a final inspection verifying structural stability
Post-Installation:
You get documentation of the completed work, warranty information, and maintenance guidelines. We explain what to watch for (though properly installed systems require minimal attention) and provide direct contact information should questions arise.
Service Area and Availability
Lentle Repair serves the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and surrounding communities. Our service radius extends approximately 50 miles from central Dallas, covering areas including:
Dallas County
Collin County
Denton County
Tarrant County
Rockwall County
We schedule consultations within 3-5 business days of your call. Emergency assessments for severe structural concerns can often be arranged within 48 hours.
Installation timelines depend on project complexity, but typical single-lintel repairs complete in one day. Larger projects involving multiple lintels or extensive masonry restoration may require 2-3 days.
Caution: Lintel failures worsen over time. That crack above your garage door won't improve on its own. Temperature cycles, moisture exposure, and continued load stress accelerate deterioration. Address these issues sooner rather than later.
Industry Credentials and Training
Our technicians maintain certifications through the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) and complete ongoing education in structural masonry repair techniques. LintleLOCK™ installers undergo specific training directly from the system's engineers: we're not figuring this out as we go.
We carry full liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. You're protected if anything unexpected occurs during the work.
Permits are obtained when required by local jurisdictions. Most residential lintel repairs don't trigger permitting requirements, but we verify compliance with your city's building department before starting any project.
Ready to Fix Your Lintel Issues?
If you're dealing with sagging lintels, cracked bricks above openings, or visible structural problems in your masonry, get an expert assessment. Contact Lentle Repair for a thorough evaluation of your situation.
We'll explain what's happening, why it's happening, and what it takes to fix it permanently. No pressure sales tactics: just straightforward information from experienced masonry professionals.
Visit our parent company at Champion Brick Repair to see the full range of masonry services we offer.
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Disclaimer: Champion Brick Repair is a division of Whitestone Construction, Hamilton, Texas, and is not affiliated with any other companies using similar names.
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