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How to Preserve Historic Masonry on Your Home

By |2022-02-09T15:32:22+00:00February 6th, 2022|Buildings|

The history of any building is inseparable from its structure. It is more obvious in historic masonry that it can serve generations and transcend centuries without losing its identity when properly preserved. Unfortunately, preserving historic masonry is a delicate and often tedious process that requires a lot of thought and time-consuming work. Doing any less

Restoring Historic Masonry After an Earthquake

By |2020-04-01T19:32:19+00:00March 25th, 2020|Architecture, Buildings, News|

What to Do and What Not to Do Since the 5.7 magnitude earthquake near Salt Lake City, Utah on the morning of March 18, 2020, our phones have been ringing off the hook from good folks owning historic brick, stone or adobe houses, and commercial buildings. They are seeking advice on how best to act

The Essential Types of Masonry Sealants

By |2019-08-21T19:03:04+00:00December 7th, 2015|Buildings, Construction, News|

The Essential Types of Masonry Sealants Masonry sealants are a modern way to protect historical structures from water damage and corrosion due to moisture and other elements. However, these sealants are only part of the puzzle. Using the wrong sealant on masonry, or applying it incorrectly, can often lead to worse problems in the

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