Masonry Services
NEW CONSTRUCTION
If you have a construction project in mind for your residential or commercial property and you would like for it to have a timeless touch, you can't go wrong with choosing masonry construction services. Masonry has been around since ancient times and the trade endures today because things built through masonry are among the most durable and beautiful things in the world. Whether you need to build something structural or decorative, stone, brick and block are guaranteed to stand the test of time with minimal maintenance.
- Big Mountain can help you with:
- Brick, stone or block walls
- Stone veneer installation for walls and accents
- Kitchen remodels
- Home additions
- Office remodels
- Retail store remodel
- Retaining walls
- Chimney construction
And so much more! Give us a call today to find out more about what Big Mountain Masonry can do for your project!
MASONRY REPAIR AND RESTORATION SERVICES
When dealing with damaged masonry, it is imperative to be proactive in getting it repaired. The longer you wait to get masonry repairs, the worse the problem will be and, as a result, the more expensive it will be. If there is any issue with your masonry, give Big Mountain Masonry a call today and let us see what we can do to fix it.
Signs Your Building Needs Masonry Restoration
Buildings can go between 50 and 100 years before they require professional masonry restoration services, which can make it difficult to know when a restoration should be performed. Of course, there are plenty of external factors that can accelerate the deterioration of stone, brick and mortar. Here are some things to look for to know whether or not your building can benefit from Big Mountain Masonry's masonry restoration services.
Portions of Brick are Covered With White Powdery Substance
This is known as efflorescence and it is usually caused by excess moisture building up in the brick wall over a long period of time. The moisture inside the brick carries soluble salt or dissolves salt from the surrounding mortar. As the salty moisture moves to the outer surface and evaporates, the salt is left behind in this white, powdery deposit. It's an indication that the wall is not drying properly.
Diagonal Cracking in the Bricks
Cracking can be caused by a number of different things. The most common culprit is a deteriorated shelf angel. If a shelf angle is failing, it is applying a ton of pressure to the veneer wall. Over time, this creates a very dangerous situation as the bricks are holding more weight than they can handle.
Cracked or Missing Mortar
Even the smallest cracks in masonry joints needs to be fixed right away, as any sized crack can let water seep in leading to freezing in winter. This is only made worse if there are pieces of mortar missing altogether. Repairing and replacing mortar can be difficult as the new mixture needs to match the original. This is just one of the reasons why you shouldn't settle for anything less than Big Mountain Masonry to conduct your masonry restoration.
- Big Mountain can help you with:
- Matching and replacing spalling bricks
- Chimney repair and replacement
- Repointing of modern and lime-based mortars
- Window sill repair and replacement
- Filling in or widening of windows
- Sourcing of heritage materials
- Bringing your structure back to its former glory
And so much more! Give us a call today to find out more about what Big Mountain Masonry can do for your project!