Gilrace Masonry Inc. completed a full structural masonry repair and brick restoration project in Boston, MA, correcting severe brick failure caused by deteriorated steel lintels and long-term water intrusion.
Our team installed NEW structural steel lintels above window openings to restore proper load-bearing support. We then performed full brick replacement and masonry rebuild, carefully matching the existing structure. All surrounding areas were machine ground and professionally repointed, creating tight, weather-resistant joints built to withstand harsh New England conditions.
To permanently eliminate water infiltration issues, we installed stainless steel through-wall flashing, properly integrated into the wall system to direct moisture out and protect the structure. We also installed a new downspout and drainage system, preventing future saturation and extending the life of the building.
This project required precision work in a tight urban environment, utilizing aerial lift equipment and working around mounted mechanical units while maintaining structural stability throughout the repair process.
Services performed:
Structural masonry repair Boston MA
Steel lintel replacement & installation
Brick replacement & masonry rebuild
Brick pointing & repointing services
Stainless steel through-wall flashing installation
Waterproofing & water intrusion repair
Downspout installation & drainage correction
Exterior brick wall restoration
Service Areas:
Boston, MA – Back Bay, South End, Beacon Hill, Chinatown, North End
Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline, Newton, Waltham, Quincy
Greater Boston & Eastern Massachusetts
If you’re dealing with cracked brick, failing lintels, or water leaks, these are structural issues that require expert repair.
Gilrace Masonry Inc. delivers long-term structural solutions — not temporary fixes.
📞 Contact us today for an inspection and estimate 857-241-3608
📍 Serving Boston and surrounding Massachusetts communities
Structural Masonry Repair, Lintel Replacement & Brick Restoration – Boston, MA | Back Bay, South End, Beacon Hill, Chinatown
in Gilrace Masonry NewsGilrace Masonry Inc. completed a full structural masonry repair and brick restoration project in Boston, MA, correcting severe brick failure caused by deteriorated steel lintels and long-term water intrusion.
Our team installed NEW structural steel lintels above window openings to restore proper load-bearing support. We then performed full brick replacement and masonry rebuild, carefully matching the existing structure. All surrounding areas were machine ground and professionally repointed, creating tight, weather-resistant joints built to withstand harsh New England conditions.
To permanently eliminate water infiltration issues, we installed stainless steel through-wall flashing, properly integrated into the wall system to direct moisture out and protect the structure. We also installed a new downspout and drainage system, preventing future saturation and extending the life of the building.
This project required precision work in a tight urban environment, utilizing aerial lift equipment and working around mounted mechanical units while maintaining structural stability throughout the repair process.
Services performed:
Structural masonry repair Boston MA
Steel lintel replacement & installation
Brick replacement & masonry rebuild
Brick pointing & repointing services
Stainless steel through-wall flashing installation
Waterproofing & water intrusion repair
Downspout installation & drainage correction
Exterior brick wall restoration
Service Areas:
Boston, MA – Back Bay, South End, Beacon Hill, Chinatown, North End
Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline, Newton, Waltham, Quincy
Greater Boston & Eastern Massachusetts
If you’re dealing with cracked brick, failing lintels, or water leaks, these are structural issues that require expert repair.
Gilrace Masonry Inc. delivers long-term structural solutions — not temporary fixes.
📞 Contact us today for an inspection and estimate 857-241-3608
📍 Serving Boston and surrounding Massachusetts communities
Chinatown, Boston Masonry Restoration
in Gilrace Masonry NewsWe originally restored the front façade of this Chinatown building a couple of years ago — now we’re back on site taking care of the rear elevation due to ongoing water infiltration and deterioration.
Scope of work includes:
✔️ Brick repointing throughout the rear wall
✔️ Replacement of deteriorated/rusted steel lintels
✔️ Installation of new galvanized lintels for durability
✔️ Caulking and waterproofing to stop active leaks
Over time, water intrusion caused the existing lintels to corrode and expand, compromising the surrounding masonry — we’re correcting it properly to ensure long-term structural integrity.
Another Boston building getting brought back to life the right way.
📍 Chinatown, Boston, MA
📞 Gilrace Masonry Inc – Structural Repairs | Brick Restoration | Waterproofing
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Gilrace Masonry has been awarded a structural masonry repair and waterproofing project at Borden Gymnasium in Andover, MA.
in Andover, MA, Gilrace Masonry NewsGilrace Masonry has been awarded a structural masonry repair and waterproofing project at Borden Gymnasium in Andover, MA.
This project involves vertical cracks caused by a failing steel lintel with insufficient bearing at door openings. This is a structural issue, not cosmetic, and is common in brick buildings exposed to New England freeze-thaw cycles.
Scope of work: structural crack repair, steel lintel replacement, brick and mortar restoration (repointing), localized rebuild, and full waterproofing to prevent further damage.
Roger and his team specialize in structural masonry repair, lintel replacement, brickwork, facade repair, and commercial masonry projects throughout Massachusetts.
Serving Andover, Boston, Cambridge, Worcester and surrounding MA areas.
Contact Gilrace Masonry for structural masonry repair in Andover, MA and surrounding areas. Call 857-241-3608.
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