Regularly inspecting your stone building for wear and tear is vital in commercial stone restoration.
Regularly inspecting your stone building for wear and tear is vital in commercial stone restoration. There are multiple problems like cracking stones, crumbling mortar, moisture damage, and weakening walls that must be repaired to ensure the integrity of stone buildings. Fortunately, a masonry professional can conduct these repairs. (more…)
Listed below are some mistakes to avoid a cloudy stone floor.
Everything looks good in your home, but you may wonder why you have a cloudy stone floor. Natural stone floors have been growing in commercial properties worldwide. However, they have their set of flaws. The chances are good if you’re reading this; you have found yourself getting frustrated with foggy granite. Listed below are some mistakes to avoid a cloudy stone floor. (more…)
Unreinforced masonry is not as sturdy and risks partial or complete collapse during an earthquake.
Unreinforced masonry walls lack steel reinforcing bars inside. This steel is necessary because it adds strength to a building’s structure. As a result, unreinforced masonry is not as sturdy and risks partial or complete collapse during an earthquake. In addition, an unreinforced masonry building consists of load-bearing and non-load-bearing walls. However, reinforcing materials like cinderblock, concrete, or rebar don’t support either. Generally, unreinforced masonry is made of hollow clay tiles, concrete blocks, bricks, and stone. (more…)
Here are some helpful tips for preserving long-lasting masonry structures in Maryland.
There are a few secrets you can use to ensure your Maryland masonry building outlives you! Masonry structures have been durable for many centuries. However, that only signifies your masonry structure will last forever with proper maintenance. Here are some helpful tips for preserving long-lasting masonry structures in Maryland. (more…)
Vertical foundation cracks are prevalent and not a real structural concern.
A building’s foundation will crack eventually. Determining the difference between which cracks are acceptable and which you must address can save your structure and your bank account. For instance, vertical foundation cracks are prevalent and not a real structural concern. Also, these cracks are determined by the material type (brick, concrete, stone), the reason for the crack, and your foundation type. (more…)
Del Prete Masonry can help you determine if and how to keep your business open during masonry repairs.
Maryland masonry repairs cost your business money, and these costs increase if you’re unable to stay open for business during construction. Working in small zones and limiting construction hours are some ways to keep your business open during masonry repairs. So, you must hire a reputable masonry company with knowledge of working in commercial locations. Del Prete Masonry can help you determine if and how to keep your business open during masonry repairs. (more…)
Here we explain when you must avoid repointing a brick structure and why.
Even though repointing is necessary throughout the life of any masonry structure, it’s not always the ideal solution. Repointing refers to repairing the joints or grout between bricks when they have cracks or crumbling. Although it provides an affordable way to restore masonry work, it’s not always the best option. Here we explain when you must avoid repointing a brick structure and why. (more…)
There are numerous factors to consider before selecting exterior brick.
Exterior bricks adorn the outside of a building and are used to make a wall, pathway, pillars, and more. As one of the most long-lasting building materials, brick provides endless options and can withstand many decades. For these reasons, brick is a common building material for exterior and interior projects. Are you thinking about adding exterior brick to your corporate location? If so, there are numerous factors to consider before selecting exterior brick. (more…)
No business owner wants to know that their building needs a foundation repair.
The foundation is one of the essential components of any structure. Without a solid foundation, it’s impossible to have a stable property. The materials used to build the actual foundation can include concrete, blocks, pillars, and bricks. Also, there are multiple options regarding brick foundation repair. This blog will discuss the signs of a damaged foundation, why it cracks, and the solutions to the structural problem. (more…)
Learn how you will benefit by restoring your business’s interior brick walls.
If your business’s building has interior brick walls, the brick may not look as fresh as the bricks you see on television. That’s because masons generally built most structures using the best bricks on the outside since that’s what everybody views. Therefore, less beautiful bricks were used for the interior walls and with different finishing. Keep reading to learn how you will benefit by restoring your business’s interior brick walls. (more…)