by marianthib | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Masonry Replacement and Repair Complete masonry replacement or repair may be necessary because of heavy moisture damage or if the original masonry wasn’t properly installed. At Midwest Maintenance, masonry is where we got our start. Our expert masons skillfully remove...
by marianthib | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Waterproofing Waterproofing protects the investment you’ve made to restore your historic building and helps prevent damage from water, the single most destructive element to centuries-old stone, concrete, brick and block buildings. At Midwest Maintenance, we...
by marianthib | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Concrete Replacement and Repair Precast concrete and concrete foundations—along with decorative concrete facades, window trims, steps and column bases—were often used in historic buildings to replicate the look of stone. Over time, these concrete pieces can crack or...
by marianthib | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Stucco Restoration and Finishing At Midwest Maintenance, we take stucco restoration so seriously, we go back to the original recipe. We take a sample of your hard-coat stucco and send it out for lab analysis so we can mix the right amount of sand, lime and Portland...
by marianthib | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Terra Cotta Replication or Restoration When century-old terracotta tiles crack or chip, you can’t simply buy replacement tiles at a store. Terracotta has a distinct reddish-brown color and a rustic appearance. They’re highly individual and a striking accent on...
by marianthib | Jun 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
Tuckpointing Replacing specific areas of mortar between bricks or stone, also known as tuckpointing, helps restore a building’s original beauty and structural integrity. Masonry is an art, and our skilled masons work with precision, removing failed mortar by hand with...
