PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT. PRESERVE YOUR HOME.
Your masonry is one of your property’s most valuable assets, but water, freeze-thaw cycles, and time take a relentless toll. Small cracks become expensive repairs. Ignored problems escalate into structural damage. The difference between a $500 fix and a $15,000 crisis often comes down to early action and the right knowledge.
INSIDE YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• How water infiltrates masonry and why it’s your number one enemy
• A complete visual inspection checklist to catch problems early
• Step-by-step tuckpointing techniques that actually last
• When to DIY and when to call a professional (and how to hire the right one)
• Chimney repair essentials that prevent dangerous failures
• Seasonal maintenance calendars tailored to Midwest weather
• The truth about sealants, waterproofing, and historic restoration
• Tools, materials, and safety practices for every masonry project
Whether you’re a homeowner protecting your biggest investment or a professional mason refining your craft, this handbook gives you practical, actionable guidance grounded in real-world experience. No fluff. No outdated advice. Just proven techniques that work in the challenging Midwest climate. Your masonry can last another century. This book shows you how.
About the Author:
Denis Boyko, owner of A.O. Handy Inc., has spent years diagnosing and repairing masonry across Milwaukee’s toughest climate challenges. In this comprehensive handbook, he shares the hard-won expertise that homeowners and professionals need to understand, maintain, and repair brick, stone, and concrete structures.
