Masonry Restoration

Preserving Architectural Heritage Through Expert Masonry Restoration

Nova Construction Services specializes in breathing new life into aging masonry structures.

Our team’s dedication to preserving architectural integrity while incorporating modern restoration techniques ensures that your building maintains its historic charm and structural soundness for generations to come.

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Facade Restoration

Our Masonry Restoration Services

Nova Construction Services offers a range of solutions for businesses and building owners. While the specific needs of each project vary, our services generally include:

  • Comprehensive masonry inspections and assessments
  • Cleaning and restoration of various masonry surfaces
  • Mortar joint repointing
  • Brick and stone replacement
  • Structural reinforcement
  • Waterproofing and sealing
  • Historic masonry preservation

What Is Masonry Restoration?

Masonry restoration is a specialized process that involves repairing, preserving, and sometimes replacing the stone, brick, or concrete elements of a building’s structure. It requires a deep understanding of historical construction methods, modern restoration techniques, and the properties of various masonry materials.

The process often includes cleaning the masonry surface, repointing mortar joints, replacing damaged bricks or stones, and applying protective treatments. In some cases, it may involve more extensive work such as rebuilding entire sections of walls or reinforcing structural elements.

Why Masonry Restoration Is Important

  • Structural Integrity: Over time, weather, pollution, and natural settling can compromise masonry structures. Restoration reinforces these elements, preventing further deterioration and ensuring the building’s stability.
  • Historic Preservation: For landmark buildings, masonry restoration is essential in maintaining their historic significance and architectural authenticity.
  • Aesthetic Value: Well-maintained masonry enhances a building’s appearance, contributing to its overall value and the aesthetic appeal of the surrounding area.
  • Energy Efficiency: Proper masonry restoration can improve a building’s insulation, potentially reducing energy costs.
  • Safety: Deteriorating masonry can pose safety risks. Restoration addresses these issues, ensuring the safety of occupants and passersby.
  • Property Value: A well-maintained exterior, including properly restored masonry, can significantly increase a property’s market value.
  • Cost-Effective Maintenance: While restoration may seem costly initially, it’s often more economical than dealing with the consequences of neglected masonry, such as extensive structural damage or complete rebuilding.
  • Environmental Impact: Restoration conserves resources by extending the life of existing structures, reducing the need for new construction materials.

Why Choose Nova Construction Services for Masonry Restoration?

  • Expertise: With over 25 years of experience, our team brings a wealth of knowledge to every project, ensuring the highest quality results.
  • Comprehensive Approach: We consider every aspect of your building’s needs, from structural integrity to historical accuracy and aesthetic appeal.
  • Advanced Techniques: Our team stays updated with the latest restoration methods and technologies, providing innovative solutions to complex masonry issues.
  • Quality Materials: We source and use only the highest quality materials, ensuring durability and authenticity in our restorations.
  • Attention to Detail: Our meticulous approach ensures that every aspect of the restoration process is handled with precision and care.
  • Regulatory Compliance: We’re well-versed in local building codes and historical preservation requirements, ensuring all work meets or exceeds regulatory standards.
  • Client-Centric Approach: We work closely with our clients, keeping them informed throughout the process and tailoring our approach to meet their specific needs and concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
The duration varies depending on the project’s scope and complexity. Small repairs might take a few days, while extensive restorations could span several months or years. We provide detailed timelines during the initial consultation.
Yes, we specialize in sourcing and matching materials for historic preservation. Our team has extensive experience in identifying and procuring compatible bricks, stones, and mortar to ensure authenticity in our restorations.

We recommend annual inspections, with more frequent checks for older or more exposed buildings. Regular maintenance can prevent minor issues from becoming major problems and extend the life of your masonry.

Trust Nova Construction Services for expert masonry restoration. Contact us to preserve your building’s integrity and beauty!

For professional façade restoration services that enhance and protect your building, trust Nova Construction Services. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help you achieve your restoration goals.
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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