The Common Culprits behind Masonry Damage
Brick and stonework look amazing when first installed, but they’re also incredibly durable, which makes them so popular for construction. But over time, masonry can become prone to damage, due to exposure to the elements. This can cause it to lose its charm. To extend the longevity of your brick structure, keep an eye out […]
The Common Causes of Commercial Water Damage
Commercial buildings are an extension of your company’s identity. They’re where you invite your business partners, clients, and board members for crucial meetings. They’re also where your employees perform essential tasks that help you generate revenue. Any sort of damage to your building is a major concern. Water damage, for instance, is very common in […]
3 Causes of Commercial Water Damage
Water damage in your commercial property can halt your business operations. If you own and operate a restaurant, it can leave a negative impression on your customers. In an office space, it can further affect the productivity and health of your employees. To prevent water damage from happening in the first place, you need to […]
How to Protect Your Concrete Damage from Salt Damage
Road salts are a universal solution for removing snow or frost from a surface. It’s a simple way to eliminate snow and also prevent further accumulation for some time. It’s no surprise then that people are unaware of the damage salt can do to concrete—or at least until it’s too late. How can salt damage […]
How Moisture Affects a Building’s Foundations
Property owners rarely think about how moisture impacts the foundation of their building—right until signs of problems become apparent—signs like water leaks, cracked floors and walls, and moisture damage. However, a little practical knowledge about moisture, and the damage it can inflict upon concrete foundation can go a long way in helping you avoid problems […]
Historic Building Restoration: 3 Tips from the Pros
Restoring a historic building is no mean feat. Not only do these projects require a detail-oriented approach and special care, but they’re often fraught with unexpected complications which can add up quickly. Regardless of how passionate and experienced you are when it comes to building restorations, bringing a historic building back to its former glory […]
Concrete Foundation Repair: What You Need to Know
A properly laid concrete foundation can provide impediment-free support to a building for years and years. However, it can develop pits and cracks of not maintained properly. This allows groundwater to penetrate the building, which weakens its entire structure. Perhaps the most common culprit behind cracked foundations is excess groundwater, which freezes and pushes on […]
Biological Growth and how it affects Historical Buildings
If you’ve ever explored an old historic building, you’ve probably noticed fences, walls, and other structures covered in moss, ivy, and even shrubs. While the presence of biological growth often adds character to an old building, it’s usually a sign of moisture and may even indicate possible structural damage. In order to successfully manage biological […]
The Importance of Effective Foundation Waterproofing
A weakened or compromised foundation is one of the worst structural problems you can face as a homeowner. A crucial part of any building structure, the foundations maintain the structural integrity of a building by transferring live and dead loads into the ground. Moisture and water-induced damage is, by far, the most prevalent cause of […]
Things You Need to Know Before Starting Your Boston Brownstone Renovation Project
Renovating buildings that have brownstone requires a large budget and it can often be a complicated project. This is why it’s important to be extra vigilant when taking on such a project. There are no work-arounds involved in a brownstone renovation and, as such, you must not try to force them either. You must […]