Stone foundation repairs and waterproofing basement walls is achieved by careful repairs of masonry foundation walls mortar joints, brick repairs and stone repairs. Boston homes built in 1600's, 1700's, 1800's and early 1900's all used lime mortar to bond bricks and stones.
Over time ground water, foundation settling existing mortar dries out and crumbles. This is a very slow process anywhere from 100 years ago with 1900's home to hundreds of years with earlier homes.
Imagine not painting your house for 300 years for example ! Unthinkable results.
Using the correct materials to restore historic Boston foundations and period homes is essential to lasting results.
At Thompson Crowley Masonry Inc. we have been restoring stone and brick foundations for generations. We use period correct mortars with all masonry advancements. Lime mortar restoration with breathable sealants that allow for healthy air quality and yet waterproof basement walls.