Providing a broad range of masonry services to public, institutional, and commercial clients, the Abbot team also acts as a general contractor for various masonry building construction projects. Our specialty is your masonry requirement.
As a cost-effective, fire resistant building materials, brick and stone can provide an ageless and visually aesthetic effect. However, over time, these materials can begin to deteriorate. When the need arises for brick or stone restoration, you can always count on Abbot.
Masonry Repair of Multiple Apartment Buildings
Location: Boston, MA
Type: Condominiums / Apartments
Owner: Hemenway Apartments, Boston, MA
Architect: James Blauch Architect, Hudson, MA
Timeline: Fall 2017 – Spring 2018
Cost: $2,000,000 (Phases 1 and 2)
Loose brick and water leakage are signs that the mortar bond is failing, and repairs are warranted to prevent further damage. When the need arises for repointing or recaulking, you can always count on Abbot.
Two Phase Restoration of Mixed Use High Rise Building
Location: Boston, MA
Type: Commercial
Owner: Estate of Isaac Beck
Architect: Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects, Hopkinton, MA
Timeline: September 2014 – October 2015
Cost: $1.3 Million
Concrete is among the most durable building materials available. However, deterioration can happen over time and without the proper maintenance. Count on Abbot to restore your building back to its former glory.
Repair of Deteriorating Concrete
Location: South Boston, MA
Type: Commercial
Owner: King Associates, Boston, MA
Timeline: September – November 2012
Cost: $56,000
Structural masonry repairs require precise methods to ensure the building remains safe, functional, and built to last. A key element in these repairs is the lintel, a structural component placed above windows and doors to support the weight of the masonry wall above the opening.
