Small Projects

Focused Solutions, Same Level of Care

Even the smallest repairs play a critical role in maintaining a building’s health. We approach targeted projects with the same attention to detail and craftsmanship as large-scale restorations, ensuring lasting results.

Featured Small Projects PROJECT

300 Shawmut Avenue

Abbot recently completed a complete restoration of a 4-story brick and stone townhouse-type condominium building owned by the Pine Street Inn at 300 Shawmut Avenue in Boston’s historic South End District. Initiated in the Fall 2015, the project was “fast tracked” to assure completion before the onset of the cold winter weather.

The project was awarded to Abbot based on their earlier work on a large restoration project on building owned by the Pine Street inn at 85 Green Street in Boston. Over the years, the Pine Street Inn has opened, assumed management of, or purchased new properties to expand its supportive housing program. Several of these buildings have required maintenance in conjunction with the regulations specified by the South End Architectural Commission.

Our Small Projects Portfolio

Mass General Brigham Hospital

Concrete Awning Repair

Location:

Charlestown, MA

Owner:

Mass General Brigham Hospital

Timeline:

Summer 2020

Cost:

N/A

Victorian House

Restoration of Brick Victorian Style Home

Location:

Milton, MA

Timeline:

Fall 2015

Cost:

N/A

English Tudor House

Restoration of English Tudor House

Location:

West Newton, MA

Timeline:

Summer 2017

Cost:

N/A

our services

MASONRY

Abbot can provide solutions to correct concrete deterioration, brick and stone structural deficiencies such as misalignments, spalling, delamination, debonding, and building errors.

Abbot will incorporate roofing repair or replacement in conjunction with a comprehensive restoration project.

Construction
Brick and Stone Restoration/Cleaning
Structural Masonry Repairs
“Stone Patching” Brownstone, Terra Cotta, Granite, Limestone
Stone Removal and Replacement
Through-Wall Flashing Repairs
Concrete Repair and Replacement
Historic Masonry Restoration

WEATHERPROOFING

Abbot uses the most current sealant and coating materials on the market today. The substrate, thermal movement between different surfaces, and aesthetics will determine what type of sealant and/or coating is best for your restoration project.

Repointing and Recaulking
Waterproofing
Special Coatings and Sealants

FAÇADE INSPECTION AND EVALUATION

As a service to our clients, Abbot provides comprehensive inspections of the exterior building façade. When appropriate, we team with building envelope consulting engineers and architects to provide specific recommendations for remedial actions.

Removal of Loose or Debonding Building Elements
Netting and Strapping of Failing Masonry

MAINTENANCE

Responsible maintenance practices call for a visual inspection of a masonry building every year or two to check for obvious signs of deterioration.

As a service to our clients, Abbot provides comprehensive evaluations of the exterior building facade to comply with municipal building regulations.

The City of Boston’s “Facade Ordinance Code” requires that exterior walls and appurtenances of “high rise” commercial buildings whose height is greater than 70 feet be inspected periodically for safety. In fact, the law requires inspection every year for “unoccupied” buildings and every five years for “occupied” buildings. Abbot teams with architect/engineering professionals to help facilitate the practical aspects of the inspection process.