Masonry Building & Restoration Cleaning
Careful cleaning and stain removal for brick, stone and concrete on homes and commercial buildings.
Leawood-based, serving the Kansas City metro since 2011 · BBB accredited since 2013, A+ rating · Free 30-minute property visit · Detailed estimate emailed within 7 days
Cleaning can make a real difference in how a building looks. Even newer properties stain easily when the masonry or concrete is porous, shaded or gets a lot of water. Cleaning has to be done carefully to avoid permanent damage to the surface.
We choose cleaners and methods that break down the specific stain or soiling on your material, rather than blasting it with harsh chemicals and force. We clean brick and stone with low-pressure soft washing, and some surfaces call for specialized equipment to clean without abrasion. This is preservation work for the building’s masonry, not power washing.
Work we handle
- ✓An assessment of the material, the type of staining or soiling, and whether a sealer was applied before
- ✓Cleaners and methods matched to the material and the stain
- ✓Low-pressure soft washing of brick and stone
- ✓Removal of dirt and grime, soot, moss and algae, paint and graffiti, and efflorescence (the white, powdery salt deposits water leaves behind)
- ✓Methods suited to historic masonry where it applies
- ✓A recommendation on whether a sealer or water repellent should follow
- ✓A property maintenance schedule, if you’d like a plan for keeping the exterior in good condition
- ✓Homes and commercial buildings
Why it matters
Dirt, grime and pollutants that build up on masonry can speed up wear. Cleaning also shows early signs of maintenance concerns, so problems can be caught while they’re small and less costly. Efflorescence in particular is a sign that water is moving through the wall, and we’ll point out where it’s coming from.
Cleaning as part of protecting your masonry
Cleaning often comes before other preservation work. A clean wall lets us match the true color of the mortar before repointing, and it lets a water repellent soak in evenly. If you’re considering repointing or a repellent, we can plan the cleaning with it in one estimate.
How it works
- Book a visit. Pick a time at our Book Online page or call 913-742-1516.
- We look at it together. About 30 minutes at your property.
- You get a detailed estimate. Emailed within 7 days.
- We schedule the work. We work around the weather to keep your project moving.
Service area
We work within 30 driving miles of downtown Kansas City, MO, on both sides of the state line. That includes Kansas City MO and KS, Brookside, Waldo, Hyde Park, Overland Park, Leawood, Prairie Village, Mission Hills, Mission, Merriam, Shawnee, Lenexa, Olathe, Lee's Summit, Independence, Gladstone, Liberty, Parkville, Bonner Springs and Leavenworth.
FAQ
Do you pressure wash brick?
Yes, using a wide fan tip. We only wash masonry with water pressure after determining that the masonry can withstand it. Historic masonry that is soft or is built with pure lime mortar is not cleaned with pressurized water.
What’s the white powder on my brick?
That’s efflorescence: salts carried to the surface by water moving through the masonry. We clean it off and look for where the water is getting in.
Can you clean historic brick and stone?
Yes. Older and softer masonry needs gentler methods, and we choose the cleaner and method for the material.
Should my brick be sealed after cleaning?
Sometimes. We’ll tell you whether a breathable water repellent makes sense for your wall, and on some walls the honest answer is no.
Can you remove paint or graffiti from brick?
Yes. We remove paint and graffiti from brick, stone and concrete, using cleaners and methods chosen for the surface so it isn’t damaged.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. It’s a free 30-minute visit at your property, and the detailed estimate is emailed within 7 days. Our project minimum is $1,500.
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