The village of Wilmette, IL is a vibrant community with many beautiful tree lined streets, craftsman homes, and historical landmarks. There are several parks and recreational activities like bike paths and the Wilmette Golf Course. The magnificent and historic Baha’i Temple is located in Wilmette. The intricate house of worship is a devotional space for people of any faith and is constructed of concrete and quartz.
Tuckpointing in Wilmette, IL
We have offered professional tuckpointing services to Wilmette, 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.
Chimney Rebuild and Repair in Wilmette, IL
General Masonry Construction has been providing home chimney maintenance in Wilmette, IL for years and we think the biggest problem is moisture getting into your chimney masonry. Freeze & thaw cycles can cause the bricks or stones to expand and contract. They begin to crack and break off and if repair is not done on time to prevent further deterioration, the chimney could begin to lean toward one side. If things get that far, a complete rebuild is usually necessary. It is also important to check the condition of any existing flue liners. Chimney liners are the passageway in the fireplace or furnace flue through which gases (carbon monoxide) and smoke travel to escape your home safely.
Coatings and Water Repellents in Wilmette, IL
Before considering application of external coatings, have General Masonry Construction inspect masonry and correct all deficiencies at your Wilmette property. Our high-quality products will not impair the natural breathing characteristics of treated surfaces. It helps masonry resist cracking, spalling, staining, and other damage related to water intrusion. Some of the benefits of coatings and sealants are that they penetrate deeply for long-lasting protection on vertical or horizontal surfaces. The service life is estimated at more than 10 years and treated surfaces breathe and do not trap moisture.
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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