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Brick & Stone Masonry: Restoring Seattle’s Structural Heritage
Masonry is an art form that requires precision and a deep understanding of structural loads. In Virginia damp environment, brick and stone are susceptible to moisture absorption, freeze-thaw cycles, and mortar deterioration. We provide expert masonry services that restore beauty and safety to your home
1. Professional Tuckpointing & Repointing
Mortar is designed to be softer than the brick it holds. Over time, it crumbles, allowing water to enter the wall.
Precision Grinding: We carefully remove damaged mortar without chipping the surrounding brick.
Color Matching: Our specialists mix custom mortar to match the original hue and texture of your historic Seattle home.
Structural Integrity: New mortar joints prevent water from freezing inside the wall, which can lead to “spalling” (brick faces popping off).
2. Chimney Restoration & Rebuilds
Your chimney is the most exposed part of your home. We ensure it remains safe and functional.
Crown Repair: We install waterproof masonry crowns to shed water away from the flue.
Lead Flashing: We replace failed roof-to-chimney seals to stop one of the most common causes of interior leaks.
Seismic Reinforcement: We ensure your chimney meets modern safety standards for stability.
3. Custom Stone Patios & Hardscaping
Enhance your outdoor living space with weather-resistant stone.
Natural Stone & Pavers: We design and install durable patios, walkways, and retaining walls using materials like bluestone, slate, and high-end concrete pavers.
Drainage Integration: Every masonry project includes a hidden drainage plan to ensure water doesn’t pool near your foundation.
Waterproofing & Foundation Repair: The Ground-Up Defense
Seattle’s soil is often saturated, putting immense hydrostatic pressure on your foundation. If your basement or crawlspace is damp, your home’s air quality and structural safety are at risk.
1. Exterior Foundation Waterproofing
The best way to stop water is from the outside.
Excavation & Cleaning: We expose the foundation wall to its footer to identify hidden cracks.
Polymer-Modified Membranes: We apply a seamless, flexible rubberized coating that bridges cracks and blocks moisture.
Dimple Drainage Boards: We install a “protection board” that creates an air gap and directs water straight down to your drainage tiles.
2. Structural Foundation Repair
If your walls are bowing or you see large diagonal cracks, you need immediate intervention.
Crack Injection: We use high-pressure epoxy or polyurethane foam to seal cracks from the inside out, restoring a watertight seal.
Bowed Wall Correction: We use carbon fiber straps or wall anchors to stabilize foundation walls that are leaning due to soil pressure.
3. Crawlspace Encapsulation & Dry Rot Repair
McLean and Surrounding humidity often leads to “Dry Rot”—a fungus that eats the wooden beams of your home.
Vapor Barrier Installation: We seal the crawlspace floor with heavy-duty 20-mil plastic to block ground moisture.
Structural Beam Replacement: If dry rot has set in, we jack up the home and replace compromised wooden joists and beams.