As cold weather approaches, it becomes more and more difficult to work with masonry. Working on masonry projects during the winter is still possible, but there are more considerations to keep in mind. When the weather dips below 40 degrees,… Read More
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November 2nd, 2015What should I know about Tuckpointing?
October 23rd, 2015Do your mortar joints and brick masonry walls seem rundown? It might be time to do some home repairs, including tuckpointing. What is tuckpointing? It is the process of mortar joints repair of stone and brick masonry walls. In the… Read More
Properly Demolishing Your Concrete Masonry
October 13th, 2015Proper preparation is key to a successful concrete masonry demolition. Demolition projects should not be taken lightly. Not only do you need the proper tools to take on a concrete demolition project, but you also need to implement proper safety… Read More
Keep Your Concrete Masonry Looking Like New
October 8th, 2015When you think about concrete, you usually don’t think about maintenance. Concrete is durable and long-lasting, and most people don’t think it really needs much upkeep. The fact is, properly maintained concrete lasts longer and looks better. Maintaining concrete, especially… Read More
Helpful Hints for Properly Cleaning Your Masonry
September 30th, 2015When it comes time to clean your masonry, it’s absolutely essential that you take the time to do it right. Masonry is fairly low-maintenance, but does require regular upkeep from time to time. If you don’t understand proper cleaning techniques,… Read More
Beautiful Stone Masonry Signs Set the Tone for Your Business
September 24th, 2015Do you know what looks tacky? A flimsy plastic sign to advertise your business. Or even worse, a flashy electronic marquee sign with bright red, scrolling text. Those signs are fine to catch someone’s attention, but wouldn’t you prefer a… Read More
The Top 4 Commercial Masonry Demolition Methods
September 17th, 2015So it’s finally time for your old masonry structure to go. It’s old, it’s crumbling, it’s ugly – and it’s past the time for restoration. You’ve called Del Prete Masonry for help and now you’re wondering just how we will… Read More
5 Things You Never Knew about Granite!
September 8th, 2015We know that granite has a rich history, but generally, we don’t know much else. You aren’t going to get quizzed on any of this if you’re using granite in a masonry project, but it’s fun just to learn and… Read More
4 Benefits of Constructing with Marble
September 1st, 2015Using marble in a construction project can stretch a few budgets, but the benefits outweigh the initial price tag and provide a solid return on your investment. If you’re about to embark on a new construction project, let’s take a… Read More
How to Properly Clean Your Stone Building
August 24th, 2015A balancing act is required when cleaning a stone building. You want to improve the aesthetics of your property, but you also need to make sure that the cleaning agents will not damage the structure and integrity of the stone…. Read More