🇺🇸 For 40+ years, we've been building America's future by preserving its past.
From historic brick facades to century-old stone landmarks, every restoration project connects us to the craftsmen who built our nation.
Happy 4th of July! 🎆
After fire damaged the turret at Patrick McGovern’s Pub in St. Paul over the winter, BRC was brought in to rebuild the structure to match the original design while meeting modern standards.
Did you know we fabricate custom sheet metal in-house? From flashing to decorative details, the BRC sheet metal shop builds tailored metalwork solutions for restoration, repair, and new construction.
At BRC, restoration goes beyond craftsmanship.
We build safety into everything we do, for our crews, our clients, and the public.
We work smart to protect what matters.
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Winter may be over, but its impact on your masonry is just showing...
Spring thaw reveals hidden water damage, cracks, spalling, and mortar failure.
Know your mortar! Using the wrong type can lead to weak bonds, premature failure, brick spalling, or deteriorating joints.
Not all damaged stones needs replacing. Brick and stone patching is a cost-effective way to restore deteriorating masonry, damaged foundations, and rust stains.
Don't ignore the warning signs. Cracked, flaking, and deteriorating brick can lead to serious structural issues once spalling starts.
Celebrating Women in Construction this week! From skilled labor to leadership, women are essential to our industry's growth and success. Thank you to the women of Building Restoration Corporation for your dedication and impact. #WICweek25 #WomenInConstruction #TogetherWeRise
Will your masonry last another Midwest winter?
Once spalling starts—damage accelerates. Water infiltration & incompatible mortar are common causes of spalled brick. Proactive repair and proper mortar prevent further deterioration & protect your investment buildingrestoration.com/bric…
Kicked off our Annual Safety Day training at our Roseville location with hands-on sessions covering PPE, fall protection, scaffolding, rigging and more. Training continues next week in Rochester and Madison with ongoing education to support skill development and workplace safety.
Let the work speak for itself
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Brick spalling occurs when moisture infiltrates masonry causing bricks to crack, flake, or break apart. Addressing moisture issues today help prevent further masonry structural damage tomorrow... buildingrestoration.com/bric…
Bethesda Lutheran Church in Dresser, WI, newly restored steeple blends expert craftsmanship with historic preservation. Our team ensured it complements the church architecture while enhancing lasting beauty. A great collaboration between our BRC masonry and metal shop teams.
The steeple restoration, re-lighting, and bell tower repair at Calvary Baptist Church Minneapolis preserves a historic landmark for generations to come.
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Proper through-wall flashing prevents moisture infiltration and steel corrosion in masonry buildings, reducing the risk of rust jacking, section loss, and facade instability while ensuring long-term durability.
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Water is one of the biggest threats to masonry facades. Without proper protection, moisture seeps in, leading to mortar deterioration, steel corrosion, and freeze-thaw damage—compromising structural integrity over time. 🧱 Masonry preservation starts with proper protection.
Efflorescence is a common occurrence and is not a cause for immediate concern on its own. However, it can be an indication of underlying moisture issues or water intrusion, which can lead to more significant problems if not properly addressed.
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Efflorescence—a sign of moisture infiltration indicating trapped water that can accelerate masonry deterioration, mortar failure, steel corrosion, and freeze-thaw damage ultimately weakening facade stability and compromising structural integrity
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