Great Lakes is home to The Great Lakes Naval Base which was approved in 1904 by Theodore Roosevelt. President William Howard Taft dedicated the Naval Training Station in 1911. The National Museum of the American Sailor is one of the museums operated by the Naval History & Heritage Command in Great Lakes, IL. As an official Department of the Navy Museum, the National Museum of the American Sailor’s mission is to select, collect, preserve, and interpret the history of the United States Navy with emphasis on the Navy’s enlisted Sailor. Legendary band leader and march composer John Philip Sousa was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Navy during World War I.
Tuckpointing in Great Lakes, IL
We have offered professional tuckpointing services to Great Lakes, IL for homeowners for years. Cracks spalled or loose masonry, and missing mortar can cause venting issues and weaken the structure of the masonry walls. Missing mortal and cracks in between the brick can allow water intrusion into the wall and cause potential leaks inside the home and damage wall structural. Repair and maintenance of your masonry walls is crucial to its safety and functionality. Common repairs for masonry exterior walls are also done by re-pointing. This procedure stands for replacing defective mortar joints with new mortar.
Chemical Power Washing in Great Lakes, IL
General Masonry Construction also offers masonry cleaning, chemical power washing and waterproofing, which is important for tourist attractions, municipal buildings and frequently visited public establishments. Over time, brick, stone, limestone, and other materials used for exteriors can accumulate dirt, grime, and debris such as stains from water, rain, snow, algae, mold and mildew, and salt spots. Brick and concrete in areas with daily shadowing will often acquire mold or algae through the fall and winter season. Older surfaces also tend to be more porous from age and wear. This means algae and mildew can grow more quickly on your Great Lakes, IL property.
Flashing Installation in Great Lakes, IL
Great Lakes, IL building codes require flashing to be designed and detailed to resist water penetration to the interior of the building. Flashing that has been omitted, damaged, or improperly installed may permit moisture to penetrate to the building interior. Flashing can be repaired or replaced to correct uncontrolled water penetration related to the flashing system. General Masonry Construction can expertly install a flashing system to your business or home.
Our Concrete Expertise Includes (Residential & Commercial):
- Design
- New Construction
- Renovations
- Maintenance
- Water Leaking Windows and Doors
- Masonry Repairs
- Tuckpointing
- Chimney Repair
- Masonry Cleaning and Waterproofing
- Concrete work
- Expansion Joints and Sealant Replacement
- Masonry Fireplaces
- Pool Expansion Joint
- Stairs Repair
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