Recognized worldwide for its permanency, masonry when properly produced, installed and maintained can last indefinitely. Our expertise in masonry restoration has been
refined during more than 25 years of ongoing training and hands on applications both in the field and in the classroom. We take great pride in providing commercial services that allow you to avoid future repair costs while significantly extending the service life of your property. By employing our diligent application of effective repair methods that preserve and protect, your masonry in all its benefit and beauty can be restored.
Our project history includes industrial, historic, religious, warehouse, housing association, foodservice, nonprofit, educational, recreational and governmental building restoration and several Fortune 500 companies.
Our Services
Tuckpointing
Mortar joints are designed to fail before masonry units (brick, block or stone) and when they do, this indicates that the mortar has reached the end of its service life and should be fixed professionally. Minnesota’s severe weather can cause movement and abrasion that result in weathered, deteriorated and cracked mortar. When these visual indicators are observed, joint repair by a professional tuckpointing contractor is essential in preventing a damaging chain of events.
Many key elements of tuckpointing repairs are required to achieve a functional replacement mortar joint. Our professional tuckpointing process includes the removal of failed mortar to the required depth, effective joint preparation and a lasting repair through the proper installation of a carefully selected matching mortar type.
These steps are only part of our essential tuckpointing repair formula. Our proven process provides you with attractive and effective mortar joints that strengthen, compliment and restore your masonry.
Caulking
As a professional caulking contractor, we seal control joints and abutments to alleviate many of the issues that Minnesota structures experience. Examples of these issues are water damage, pest infiltration, friction damage, and energy inefficiency. Proper new caulking installation, timely caulking repair and sealant replacement are at the heart of controlling water and protecting your property.
Our expert material selection combines optimum caulking compatibility with an ideal color selection. We then professionally and meticulously install an imperceptible and fully functioning joint sealant that serves you well into the future.
Our specialists are ready to provide you with the best caulking contractor services that allow the components of your structure to move independently while keeping your investment above water.
Waterproofing
The role that water plays in property degradation in Minneapolis and St. Paul is greater than any other hazard and the importance of waterproofing cannot be stressed enough. Countless Twin Cities properties have experienced water damage because of the absence of preventative waterproofing. Aside from actual physical damage, building sections that experience water penetration can become perfect settings for the growth of mold, airborne contaminants and other biological hazards and with these come major health concerns and abatement costs.
Controlling water and inhibiting its infiltration is an integral part of ensuring the longevity of any structure and maintaining its healthy environment. Waterproofing consists of many different applications designed to address and deter a multitude of situations common to Minnesota. Seepage, spalling, saturation, freeze damage and leaks are only a few examples of water related problems that we can solve for you.
As your waterproofing contractor we assess the vulnerabilities of your property and provide solutions to ensure that your structure is effectively protected. Our time-tested repair techniques are combined with cutting edge waterproofing products to safeguard your property against the devastating effects that water can produce.
Concrete and Warehouse Floor Restoration
Concrete is one of the most dynamic and durable materials used in construction. In modern applications, the use of imbedded reinforcing steel has allowed concrete to be at the center of projects as never before. This steel adds strength and flexibility, but also adds the element of corrosion, resulting in the gradual deterioration of concrete from within. In addition to corrosion, concrete faces many other obstacles both environmental and manmade. The extreme regional temperatures of the Upper Midwest severely impact Minnesota’s concrete and masonry through increased freeze damage, surface spalling, pitting, cracking and movement. The consequences of these effects are destructive and for concrete to survive it must be effectively repaired and protected.
Patching and crack repair restores the ability of concrete to support its intended load and seals damaged areas. Cleaning exposed reinforcement steel and applying rust inhibitors can greatly reduce the rate of further corrosion. Concrete coatings can provide a protective layer with the added benefits of a new or restored appearance, resisting salt deterioration and increasing safety through greater traction. Concrete waterproofing can provide superior protection against the penetrating effects of hydrostatic pressure and defense against water saturation. Sealing your concrete can enhance its appearance, resist damage and stop discoloration.
Concrete repair and protection are crucial to get the most out of your investment and our techniques can provide solutions that last for the life of your concrete. We combine compatible repair products with advanced restoration methods to preserve and protect. As your concrete repair contractor, we ensure that threats are combated, future issues are prevented and the structural integrity of your concrete is restored.
Through-Wall Flashing
When we think of buildings, we expect shelter and protection from the elements. For this to ring true weather must be kept on the outside. The confidence once held in these structures can be broken when moisture breaches the exterior causing a multitude of costly damages to occur.
Through cracks, failed sealants and ineffective building materials water finds a way.
Moisture entering a wall system can create chaos as gravity forces the liquid to migrate behind the exterior wall. If left uncontrolled this water will destructively create its own route to exit the wall or penetrate deeper to reach the interior of the building. This can result in damaged masonry, bowing wall sections, compromised structural steel, mineral staining, mold growth and destroyed interior walls.
Our building restoration provides the benefits of modern construction technologies to any property. We retrofit existing structures with thru-wall flashing systems that control trapped water and allow it to safely escape to the exterior. Keeping your building dry is vital and our formally trained teams install permanent solutions that prevent the watering down of your success.
Masonry Sealing
The key to masonry that looks and performs as expected is protection. Even the most beautiful and well-built structures can quickly experience severe deterioration and discoloration when left to the elements.
Water causes biological growth, mineral staining and moisture infiltration to building materials. Freezing temperatures force water to expand and this causes wet masonry to spall or deteriorate from within. Wind driven rain can force water through the masonry veneer and trapped moisture causes movement, damage and staining.
Preventing moisture saturation by sealing your buildings masonry with water repellents ensures that these effects are mitigated. Our invisible sealer applications penetrate deeply to guarantee decades of resilience that won’t change the appearance of your masonry. You can’t stop the rain but you can rest assured that your masonry is prepared to weather the storm.
Pressure Washing
Environmental factors resulting in unsightly staining and damage to property are common fixtures of modern urban areas like St. Paul and Minneapolis. Automotive exhaust, atmospheric pollution, water, salts, dirt, grime, rust and biological growth are examples of the destructive effects that bring out the worst in the appearance of property.
By using gentle pressure washing techniques our process of removing and dissolving contaminants safely creates color uniformity and revitalizes the appearance of all washed masonry.
As your pressure washing contractor, it’s our job to help you to look your best. We offer services that enhance visual appeal, extend material life and restore your ability to make positive first impressions with your property.
Chemical Cleaning
Masonry effected by moisture and pollution can often develop an unappealing appearance. Water leaves behind minerals and biological growth that take many forms.
Efflorescence, hard water, lime run, carbon, mold and calcite are only a few examples of common types of masonry staining. Metal oxidation and corrosion also cause discoloration and all of these require chemicals to safely remove.
We have developed a unique system of chemical cleaning through extensive research and experience that restores the value and appearance of your property. Our application of carefully matched chemicals removes conspicuous stains and buildup that leaves your property pleasing to the eye and allows you to focus on success.
Stone Restoration
Commercial Stone Restoration Contact us for your commercial brick, block, and stone restoration needs. If your commercial building needs stone restoration, Epic Masonry is the right company to contact. Epic Masonry can provide a variety of commercial masonry services for your building so that it looks its best, is safe to use, and is structurally sound.
Property Evaluation & Consultation
To achieve a desired outcome, an effective plan must be formulated and followed. But a plan is only as good as the information that it’s based on. With over 25 years of work in the field and formal education in the classroom, we have developed our expertise that can be put to work for you.
Whether it’s normal deterioration or unique circumstances that have had an adverse effect upon your masonry, we will investigate the cause of your concerns, determine the best course of action and provide you with the information that you need to make an informed decision about the future of your property.
Historic Preservation
Properties of historical significance typically require a custom approach to building restoration. Acquiring original materials and using traditional installation techniques help to maintain the original look and design of the structures. Meeting historical registry requirements can also be a challenging endeavor that includes work that should only be carried out by a historic preservation professional.
Modern construction may be impressive but historic design is truly exceptional. Let us help you stand the test of time by preserving the past and assuring the future.
Specialty Work
Quite often specialty contractors are faced with projects that contain unique obstacles that require carefully devised solutions. Towers, culverts, tunnels, balconies, water tanks, refrigerated warehouses, parking structures and historic buildings are just a few settings that can pose repair and maintenance challenges. These range from work area access and confined space safety to custom equipment fabrication and specialty material applications. From rapidly repairing factory floors to reproducing sections of historic hand carved facades, we handle all facets of masonry restoration in order to serve you.