Historic Masonry Renovation & Repair in Chicago, IL
Historic Masonry Restoration
Chicago is home to stunning and impressive examples of historic architectural achievement. When you own a historic property, you have a duty to preserve its beauty, value, and safety for future generations. At Soumar Masonry Restoration, our contractors have decades of experience in careful, detailed cleaning, repairing, and restoring historic masonry. We have deep ties to the Chicago community and are passionate about preserving its architectural design and heritage. Since 1938, we have provided historic masonry renovation in Chicago, IL, that goes beyond basic repairs. We offer thoughtful, sustainable restoration that preserves the history of our historic buildings. Call to schedule a consultation with our historic masonry restoration contractors.
Importance of Historical Masonry Renovation & Restoration
Historic masonry repair and renovation goes beyond basic repairs for wear and tear. Our team of skilled, highly trained contractors have dedicated their lives and careers to carefully restoring historic properties and returning them to a state of beauty and structural integrity. We understand the importance of maintaining a building’s historical accuracy and using period-appropriate materials and techniques to retain the aesthetics and beauty of a property. Our historic masonry techniques can enhance historic properties’ safety and structural integrity and extend their lifespan while also maintaining their historic integrity. Our goal is to ensure structural safety while preserving architectural heritage.
Common Challenges In Historic Masonry Repair
We understand the unique challenges of embarking on masonry repair and restoration of historic buildings. Our extensive experience and industry knowledge allow us to overcome any challenge and find a sustainable solution. The most common challenges we face in historic masonry repair are:
- Sourcing traditional materials.
- Investigating historic repair and restoration methods.
- Merging historical accuracy and modern safety.
- Overcoming significant structural issues.
- Complying with historic preservation guidelines and regulations.
- Using techniques that are accurate to the historical period.
- Working within tight timelines and budget constraints.
- Encountering unique or challenging areas of damage.
- Accessing and reviewing historic blueprints and building plans to maintain historical accuracy.
- Obtaining key background information about the building’s history and previous repairs and restorations.
- Locating and testing the cause of property damage to a historic building.
Techniques In Cleaning, Repairing, and Restoring Historic Masonry
Our masons offer multiple types of restoration services to preserve historic buildings. We often patch deteriorated mortar to support the building’s bricks or stones properly, restore damaged bricks and stones, and match the color and texture of our products with the original products. We offer tuck-pointing, repairs, concrete restoration, and complete brick masonry facelifts. For residential or commercial buildings that have suffered extensive damage or structural weakening, our masons can expertly remove or replace entire sections of the masonwork to improve the appearance of your property.
When to Replace Damaged Masonry Units
We always begin with a thorough assessment of the structural stability and safety of a historic property. We are experts in finding safe, quality solutions that maintain the historic beauty and value of a property. We can provide you with our expert recommendation for masonry repair or replacement, and we consider a wide variety of factors before we recommend replacing damaged historic masonry units:
- The extent of damage to the brick or stone.
- The stability of the structure.
- The history of repairs or renovations to the property.
- The cause of the damage or deterioration.
- The ability to source historically accurate materials for masonry repairs.
- Whether the damage is to the brick alone or the brick and mortar.
- Whether the structure is bowed, leaning, or unstable due to the condition of the masonry unit.
Benefits of Professional Renovation and Restoration Services
There are many benefits of historical renovations and restorations, including:
- Education – Preserving historic homes and buildings helps educate people about the past. Renovating a historical property keeps it fresh and looking as good as new. Architects and builders get to study classic design techniques, while students and tourists get to see and feel a piece of history.
- Culture—Restoring historic buildings connects the present with the past. They are a piece of history frozen in time that helps create a sense of culture. Their unique characteristics are challenging to replicate and offer a special feeling.
- Economy – Historic renovations boost the economy. Tourists love to visit restored old structures and step into the past. Preserving structures also creates jobs as we work to restore the buildings to their original appearance.
Why Choose Soumar Masonry Restoration
At Soumar Masonry Restoration, we are a family-owned and operated business with strong ties to our Chicago community. We have over 75 years of experience in the industry and are committed to safety, quality workmanship, and excellence in design and restoration. Our team includes skilled contractors and superior craftsmen who have undergone extensive education and training. We also provide continuing education opportunities because we believe staying on top of the industry’s latest trends, advancements, and technology is crucial.
Call Our Historic Masonry Restoration Contractors
Call our experienced historic masonry restoration contractors in Chicago, IL, today to schedule a consultation to discuss your masonry restoration needs or request an estimate online. We will schedule a site visit to assess the appearance, structural stability, and condition of your historic property and provide you with an estimate and timeline for restoration.
