Materials used on historic buildings are considerably different than what is used now. It is crucial to rely on experts in historic preservation to make repairs correctly. Without specific knowledge of the mortar, brick, stone and other materials used, contractors could cause further deterioration. Incorrect technique and incompatible cleaning and sealing products are the main cause of damage to historic buildings.
Presto’s goal is to restore and protect historic structures while preserving their heritage value. Historic preservation projects are complex and each one is unique. We work with your local regulatory agencies to ensure we adhere to their specific standards around preserving and protecting historic structures.
After determining the construction’s origin period, Presto’s expert masonry technicians perform comprehensive research, including an accurate analysis of the masonry & mortar composition and condition as well as product testing. Our historic restoration proposals provide a thorough recommendation of the correct services, techniques and products to recover and reveal the intended architectural design.
While putting the plan into practice, our craftsmanship maintains as much of the existing materials as possible while completing all necessary repairs. Whether your project requires window lintel repairs, exterior cleaning and sealing, brick & mortar repair, tuck pointing or wood replacement, Presto is the historic preservation contractor for the job.
In addition to preserving historic buildings, we also provide surface restoration services and waterproofing services for commercial buildings. We also offer complete building consultations.
In addition to preserving your building’s aesthetics, Presto will ensure the exterior is structurally sound and resistant to future damage. Our expert analysis of your historic building will document any waterproofing issues and recommended solutions. We can protect the complete exterior of your historic building with our Waterproofing services.
Presto crews are available to restore buildings all over the country. Enter a zip code below to locate your property’s service area.
Dallas, TX
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Waterproofing
Brutal Texas heat damaged and dried out caulking of office building in Dallas. We performed a complete waterproofing service including removing and replacing all the expired caulking.
Rensselaer, NY
Building Type: Multi-story Apartment
Services: Waterproofing
The exterior of the Van Rensselaer Heights apartment building was transformed by waterproofing services. New paint, caulking, and waterproofing coating turns run down looking building into modern looking apartments.
Fort Wayne, IN
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Waterproofing
Fully waterproofing the exterior of a multi-surface, multi-story office building is no problem for Presto Restoration. We have the expertise to get the job done correctly.
Knoxville, TN
Building Type: Condominium
Services: Waterproofing
We were contacted by the managers of the building because of leaking windows. Upon our inspection we found that the leaks were between the window frames and the building. We also repaired leaks along the exterior walls of the building and around the doors.
Morgantown, WV
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Clean and Seal
We were contacted to revamp the exterior of an office building in downtown Morgantown, WV. The precast exterior was stained which left the building looking run down and dirty. We used our own specially developed Stone Restore and LeachStop products to clean and seal the entire building.
Meridian, MS
Building Type: Hotel
Services: Historic Preservation
We were excited to be part of the restoration of the Threefoot Building in Meridian, Mississippi. It is an incredible, historic Art Deco office building that is being redeveloped into a hotel. We helped with the exterior restoration of the masonry work and are so proud of how everything turned out.
Allston, MA
Building Type: Educational
Services: Surface Restoration
A very unique looking part of the Harvard campus needed glass restoration services after its windows were damaged during construction. Our team of experts made the glass in the windows look brand new.
Atlanta, GA
Building Type: Aquarium
Services: Surface Restoration
We worked after hours to ensure the safety of the Georgia Aquarium's visitors. They exterior of the building was starting to show its age so we used our own specially developed products to clean and protect the alucobond and EIFs.
Greenville, SC
Building Type: Office Building
Services: Surface Restoration
A multi-use office building in downtown Greenville, SC needed a complete restoration to remove stains from the glass and stone on the exterior.
Fort Worth, TX
Building Type: Factory
Services: Caulking
Local treasure, Best Maid Pickles, needed help with some cracking concrete in their factory and parking structure. Presto was able to not only help the facility look better with our commercial caulking services, we also protected the facility from further cracking and spalling.
Dallas, TX
Building Type: Historic Office Building
Services: Historic Preservation
We restored the metal window frames of the historic Meadows office building in Dallas, Texas. Decades in the hot sun tarnished the aluminum. The glass to metal joints also needed attention because the seals were damaged. It took six months to make the windows look as good as new. Restoring and preserving an old building allows neighborhoods to keep their charm and is better for the environment.
Salinas, CA
Building Type: Commercial Office Building
Services: Surface Restoration
The Taylor Building in downtown Salinas is the headquarters of Taylor Farms. We were contacted to clean the GFRC and glass of this iconic building. The downtown area of Salinas has been on the rise for the past five years, and it is important to the owner that their building looks its best at all times. GFRC cleaning can be difficult, so it’s important to use the right chemicals and processes to ensure an even finish without damaging the concrete.
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