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Thoughtfully restoring old masonry buildings connects us with our pasts. Carefully maintaining them continues that connection into the future.

A 100-year-old building can last another 100 years with proper attention and care

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While correcting mistakes others make in restoring old masonry structures could become a lucrative side business, it is obviously in the best interest of both the building and its owner to get it right the first time. Here are some avoidable mistak

Avoidable mistakes made when repairing or 'improving' historic masonry buildings

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Using the right materials is critical for successfully renovating historic buildings, but finding them can be a big challenge.

Finding the right materials for renovation can be a big challenge

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The first step in successfully restoring an historic building is the building assessment, and testing plays a big role.

Working with an old building requires an understanding of construction technology at the time it was built.

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Flashing Historic Restoration Insulation Moisture Management Waterproofing

Masonry construction technology has advanced so much over recent decades, that today???s techniques and materials would appear almost magical to a time-traveling mason from 100 years ago.

Modern masonry construction can be a high-tech proposition, but building with stone is one of the oldest techniques in the world.

BRS has finished restoration of masonry facade of the building

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