Updated 27 September 2026
Replace damaged bricks cost UK 2026
The going rate for replace damaged bricks in 2026 is £12–£26/brick (supply & fit, ex scaffold). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£12–£26/brick
Worked example, 12 brick£271
Time on site1 days
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Market band source: Checkatrade.
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| work | Mix and match mortar colour | 0.5 h |
| work | Cut out damaged brick | 0.3 h per brick |
| work | Bed new brick and point | 0.25 h per brick |
Materials at three price levels
| Material | Budget | Trade | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matching bricks brick | £1 Nearest stock brick — Checkatrade: £12–£26 a brick replaced | £1 Colour-matched facing — Blends in | £3 Reclaimed or specials — Period match |
Trade prices ex VAT, estimates checked 2026-09-27. Log your receipts in Grafto and your own prices replace these.
What changes the price
- Brick match? stock match · reclaimed or special
- Height of work? ground floor · 2 storeys · 3 storeys big effect
Good practice
- Reclaimed or special bricks cost more and take longer to source
Prep to look for
| Condition | Check | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Stepped or diagonal cracks | cracks following the mortar in a staircase pattern, or through bricks | Stepped cracks can mean movement: get it assessed before pointing over |
Questions
How much does replace damaged bricks cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is £12–£26/brick (supply & fit, ex scaffold), from Checkatrade. A worked example of 12 brick comes to about £263–£299 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does replace damaged bricks take?
The worked example of 12 brick takes about 1 working days.
What changes the price of replace damaged bricks?
Mainly height of work, plus any prep found on site: stepped or diagonal cracks.