Spalling brickwork to gable and corners

[plofty01]

Please help........ I moved into my property 18 months ago and noticed that the brickwork faces keep spalling. This is mainly happening to the gable and corners where the driving rain is constantly soaking the outer layer. Obviously in winter, this is freezing and then thawing which is blowing the faces. It is starting to look cosmetically bad and need to take action to prevent this from getting any worse.

I am no expert but I have a a few possible options in mind.....

1. Re-pointing
2. Waterproofing spray
3. Painting
4. Rendering

As my whole estate is constructed of the same brick type and the rendering and painting may look out of place.

Any help and advice would be appreciated.

Thank you.

 

[tony1851]

Is this a new or older property?

 

[plofty01]

Property was constructed in the 1970's. Have also noticed quite a few properties seem to be having similar issues.

 

[jeds]

The only treatment really is a surface sealer. I don't normally advocate them but if your bricks are frost susceptible it's really the only option. 'Brick Treat' for example.

As for repair, if it's not too many and the bricks are available I'd cut them out and replace them.