Cast Stone Installation

Enhance Your Building's Aesthetic Appeal With Premium Cast Stone Elements

At Nova Construction Services, we specialize in installing cast stone elements that blend the beauty of real stone with the versatility and consistency of modern manufacturing. Our expert team ensures that each cast stone installation not only enhances your building’s architectural appeal but also provides long-lasting durability. Have a project in mind? Let’s talk about bringing your construction vision to life! Call us or send us a message today to discuss your project.

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Concrete & Coating

Our Comprehensive Cast Stone Installation Services

We offer a wide array of cast stone installation solutions:

  • Precise placement of decorative and structural cast stone components
  • Restoration and replacement of any existing cast stone features
  • Waterproofing and sealing cast stone elements
  • Final cleaning and protection
  • Maintenance planning to ensure long-term cast stone care


Our approach ensures that each project perfectly complements your building’s style while meeting all structural requirements.

What Is Involved in Professional Cast Stone Installation?

Cast stone installation is a specialized process involving the precise placement and securing of manufactured stone products meant to replicate the appearance of natural cut stone. This work requires expertise in both traditional masonry techniques and modern construction methods to ensure proper integration with the building’s structure.

The process typically includes the following steps:

  1. Careful site preparation and layout planning
  2. Proper handling and on-site storage of cast stone units
  3. Installing necessary anchoring and support systems
  4. Precise placement and alignment of all cast stone elements
  5. Sealing and pointing between units to create a seamless appearance
  6. Application of sealants and waterproofing treatments for protection
  7. Final cleaning and thorough quality control inspections

Why Professional Cast Stone Work Is Important

  • Aesthetic Enhancement: Offers the look of natural stone with even greater design flexibility
  • Cost-Effectiveness: Often more affordable than quarried stone, yet maintains a high-end appearance
  • Consistency: Delivers uniform color, texture, and quality across all installed elements
  • Durability: Properly installed cast stone provides excellent weather resistance and long-term durability
  • Design Versatility: Allows for intricate details and custom shapes that are not easily achieved with natural stone
  • Weight Considerations: Typically, lighter than natural stone like Marble & Granite, which reduces structural load requirements
  • Sustainability: Can incorporate recycled materials and requires less energy to manufacture than quarried stone
  • Maintenance: Generally easier to clean and maintain than many types of stone

Why Choose Nova Construction Services?

  • Specialized Knowledge: Extensive experience in cast stone and masonry techniques
  • Focus on Quality: Use of premium cast stone products from reputable manufacturers
  • Custom Solutions: Every project is tailored to meet the architect’s design intent and the specific requirements of the building.
  • Technical Expertise: Seamless integration with building systems to ensure lasting performance.
  • Aesthetic Precision: Meticulous attention to detail when placing elements
  • Project Management: Efficient coordination of all aspects from procurement to final completion
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

High-quality cast stone closely mimics the look of natural stone, often with more consistent color and texture. In many cases, it’s difficult to tell the difference once it is installed.

Yes. Proper manufacturing and installation ensure cast stone is extremely durable and weather-resistant, making it suitable for a wide range of exterior applications.

Absolutely. We work with manufacturers to create custom cast stone pieces that closely match the color, texture, and finish of your building’s existing stonework or masonry.

The duration of a cast stone installation can vary depending on the scope and complexity of the project as well as the size of the stone being installed. We will provide a detailed timeline during the planning phase. Factors like manufacturing lead times, shipping, and any special site requirements are all taken into account.

Cast stone is an architectural precast concrete material designed to simulate natural stone. It typically consists of cement, fine aggregates (such as sand or crushed stone), water, and mineral pigments for coloring. During production, the mixture is placed into molds and cured to create hardened elements that resemble natural stone. This controlled process allows manufacturers to achieve uniform dimensions, consistent textures, and even intricate architectural details that would be difficult to carve by hand. Because it is a manufactured product, the casting process also allows for precise control of color and texture, resulting in a uniform and high-quality appearance.

Costs for cast stone installation can vary widely depending on the project. Factors that influence the price include the quantity and size of cast stone elements being fabricated, the complexity of the installation, the masonry labor involved, and any project-specific conditions. In general, cast stone is more affordable to purchase and install than natural stone, but we provide specific cost estimates after evaluating each project’s requirements.

Yes. Cast stone is often used in historic restoration to replicate architectural masonry details that are damaged or missing. Because cast stone can be produced by manufacturers to match the color, texture, and finish of the original masonry, it is a practical solution for preserving the historic look while using modern methods. However, in some cases, conservation organizations overseeing a restoration may require replacements to be made with the original material, meaning cast stone cannot be used. Many preservationists and architects accept cast stone as a substitute for natural stone in restoration work, as it can achieve an authentic appearance at a lower cost and with greater consistency.

Cast stone is actually a type of precast concrete often used for masonry or architectural applications, but it is made with specific manufacturing techniques, essentially a refined casting process with fine aggregates and color additives, to closely resemble natural stone. The main difference is in the final appearance and finish: cast stone uses fine aggregates, specialized admixtures, and careful casting to achieve a refined, stone-like look and texture. Standard precast concrete (such as that used for structural beams or panels) does not typically have the same level of detail or surface finish as cast stone. In essence, cast stone relies on an architectural casting process, whereas standard precast concrete is often used for structural purposes where appearance is less critical.

As a rule, installing cast stone is not a DIY job. Installing cast stone pieces requires masonry skills, proper tools, and experience to ensure the units are securely anchored and perfectly aligned. Mistakes can lead to pieces cracking or detaching, so it’s best not to risk it. For the best results, hire a professional cast stone installer rather than attempting it yourself.

Understanding the Casting Process: The term casting is central to the production process. In fact, without proper casting, it would not achieve its desired strength or appearance. Each casting must be done carefully to avoid bubbles, voids, or other flaws. Modern fabrication relies on advanced casting techniques and precise molds.

On our projects, cast stone is fabricated by specialized manufacturers. As installers, our role is to carefully review the quality of each unit before and during installation. We check for consistency in color, texture, and finish to ensure the material meets project requirements. Whether it’s a small decorative element or a large architectural piece, our focus is on proper handling and precise installation. By emphasizing quality control at every step of the installation process, we help ensure that each cast stone element performs as intended and contributes to a seamless final result.

Additional Casting Insights: During casting, the mixture of cement, aggregates, and pigments is often vibrated to eliminate air pockets. Proper casting requires paying attention to detail at every casting step.

On our projects, cast stone is produced by specialized manufacturers. As installers, we carefully review the quality of each piece before and during installation, since factors like curing, strength, and finish directly affect performance. If a unit shows signs of weakness or inconsistency, it is addressed before installation to maintain the integrity of the project. Our focus is on ensuring that only properly manufactured cast stone is used and that it is handled and installed with precision. This commitment to quality control allows us to deliver results that meet both appearance and durability expectations.

Casting Results: The advantages of proper casting installation become apparent once the project is complete. Well-cast stone elements integrate seamlessly with other materials and stand up to weather and time, often appearing indistinguishable from natural stone.

Enhance your building's architectural appeal with Nova Construction Services' expert cast stone installation. Contact us today to explore how we can elevate your property's aesthetics with premium cast stone elements tailored to your design vision.

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Access

Nova Construction Services offer access services.
We offer the following services:

Sidewalk Shed

Suspended Scaffolding

Pipe Scaffolding

Material Hoist

Consulting

Based on our many years of experience, we offer consulting services in the following areas:

Emergency Repairs

Mortar And Stone Analysis

Aeriallift Inspections

Test Cleaning

Suspended Scaffolding Inspection

Roofing Analysis

Concrete & Coating

Nova Construction Services offer concrete & coating services.
Concrete is one of the most frequently used building materials. It is used extensively for a wide range of construction work, such as footpaths, driveways and roads, residential and commercial construction – floors and walls, foundations and footings, for posts, fences and walls, and even boat hulls.
Precast concrete is typically stronger than natural cut limestone, but it doesn’t have the look of natural cut stone. Cast Stone, on the other hand, solves both problems. Cast Stone can be stronger than precast concrete and is easily cast to produce identical pieces.

Sidewalk Replacement

Coating Repair And Installation

Cast Stone Installation

Vault Repairs And Replacement

Gfrc / Gfrp Cornice Restoration

Concrete Eyebrow And Structural Repairs

Architectural Metals

Nova Construction Services offer architectural metals services.
Architectural metalwork is a unique factor in the building process that involves using metalwork practices to create structures that are not only functional but also have a strong aesthetic role to play too. It is the bringing together of metalwork and architecture.
Architectural steel fabrication often involves the use of decorative elements, such as ornamental railings, staircases, and facades. On the other hand, structural steel fabrication is concerned with the strength and stability of the building.
As part of the architectural metals service, Nova Construction Services offers:

Cast Iron Repair & Replacement

Fire Escape Restoration

Cornice Retoration  & Replacement

Steel Retoration & Replacement

Canopy, Entrace & Gate Restoration

Window Restoration

Copper Roof Replacement

Ralling Replacement

Skylight Replacement

Structural Shoring

Architectural Stones

Nova Construction Services offer architectural stones services.
Stone is a highly durable, low maintenance building material with high thermal mass. As a natural substance that is quarried and mined from the earth and used in a variety of applications in construction, including: masonry, including decorative elements such as pillars, swags and porticos, floor and wall tiles and cladding.
As part of the facade restoration service, we offer the following:

Landmark Preservation

Terra Cotta Repair Replacement

Limestone, Brownstone and Granite Repair and Replacement

Roofing & Waterproofing

Nova Construction Services offers roofing & waterproofing services.
Waterproofing is a process designed to prevent liquids from entering a structure. Comprehensive waterproofing measures are often added to the building to provide moisture control during construction, and waterproofing materials are applied after the structure is built to eliminate any problems that may be encountered.
As part of the roof & waterproofing service, Nova Construction Services offers:

Roof Replacement

Slate Roof Replacement

Roof Recovery

Balcony and Tarace Waterproofing

Façade restorations

Nova Construction Services offers façade restorations services.
This process is the process that reveals the appearance of the building. Facade systems are made with very different materials. These can be processes such as styrofoam coating, glass coating and metal coating. The main purpose of facade treatments made of these, or other materials is to protect the building.
Façade restorations means aesthetic improvements to the front of a building including installing, restoring, replacing or repairing awnings, windows, doors, cladding, and architectural features.

Mansory Restoriation

Stucco Installation

Local Law 11 Repairs

Facade and Stone Cleaning

Metal Panel Systems