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Yes, you will be told it’s not ideal to do chimney repairs when the weather is less than ideal. There are several reasons for this, the primary one is that mortars do not set properly when temperatures are lower. Another reason is safety, roofs often become slick when...
Here is a little bit about the history of Masonry Building Codes and How We Fit into It, with a lot of acronyms. The American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) are the two organizations that are most responsible for building...
Stone is a green building product. It's all natural and environmentally friendly. We can use it as a building product for either structural or veneer applications. Someone can reuse stone very easily as well which adds to its green characteristics. As stone masons, we...
Many people don't know the basics about tools used in masonry, so we've put together a little FAQ's section to help explain the very basics about some of our tools.
Chimney Concrete Replacement Minneapolis When it comes to Chimney Concrete Replacement, Dayco General Inc knows how to deal with the harsh Minnesota's climate, which can be quite a challenging, especially during the winters! Chimneys are the central...
Chimney Masonry Repair Minneapolis No matter the age or style, at some point you may need chimney masonry repair. Chimneys do experience degeneration which in turn results in the need for repair work and/or maintenance. Small circumstances like a bird's nest in your...
Dayco General on Fox 9 News! Baby it's cold outside! Dave Dvorak Dvorak of Dayco General Inc. was be interviewed about how the weather has affected Minneapolis Metro Area businesses. The late Spring, cold weather and snow fall has been an issue for many businesses....
Chimney cracks may be caused as a result of compression from chimney loads during freezing climates or mistakes when the block chimney was being constructed. Cracks may also appear if the chimney was not fitted with a rain cap which prevents water from intruding...
Stone Chimney Repair It’s one thing to know that your chimney needs repairs. It is quite another to when you have stone chimney repair is needed. First things first, have an inspection and estimate done. This will help you determine the extent of the repairs needed to...
s are a central focal point in many homes. It can be used as a placeholder for important photos, mementos, and antiques that we hold dear to our hearts. Unfortunately, there are always seen and unseen forces wreaking havoc your chimney. When it comes to concrete...
Older homes frequently have structural issues to address and that can include the need for chimney restoration. You may be surprised by the amount of work it takes to bring a chimney from old to new with updated standards and building codes. Maintaining the historic...
Professional Chimney Repair We are the experts in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for professional chimney repair needs. Whether your chimney needs minor repairs, masonry repairs, or even complete chimney replacement, our trained chimney technicians will repair or...
