Resources
Helpful information for owners of historic brick buildings, older masonry structures, and exterior spaces throughout Washington, DC and Old Town Alexandria. Use this page to find brochures, topic-specific FAQs, and recent articles from Renaissance Development’s masonry restoration team.
Downloadable Brochures
These brochures provide concise background for building owners who want to understand the work before beginning a project. Each resource is intended to help clarify materials, methods, and the thoughtful approach required for older masonry.
Exterior Masonry Brochure
A useful overview for homeowners considering patios, walkways, retaining walls, steps, and other exterior masonry improvements. This brochure explains how well-planned exterior masonry can improve access, function, and appearance while remaining appropriate for historic properties.
Tuckpointing Brochure
A useful overview for homeowners considering patios, walkways, retaining walls, steps, and other exterior masonry improvements. This brochure explains how well-planned exterior masonry can improve access, function, and appearance while remaining appropriate for historic properties.
Recent Articles
Recent articles from Renaissance Development provide practical guidance for owners who want to better understand historic masonry, exterior restoration, and the early signs of building deterioration.
As winter starts to loosen its grip on Washington, D.C., spring is the ideal time to stop and take stock of your property as a whole. For owners of historic brick homes, this is the ideal […]
When winter begins to wind down in Washington, D.C., it’s a good time to take a slow walk around your property with an eye peeled for moisture damage. Months of cold weather, storms, and temperature swings […]
When winter settles in, it’s easy to assume masonry care has to wait until spring. If you live in a historic D.C. home, though, winter can be a valuable time to protect your brickwork. Colder weather […]
When winter keeps you indoors, it’s often the first time in months that you slow down enough to notice what’s happening above your living spaces. In many historic D.C. homes, that includes brick walls and chimneys […]
When winter settles in, your focus naturally shifts indoors. If you live in a historic D.C. home, that often means spending more time in spaces you might overlook during warmer months, including the basement. Winter can […]
Further Resources
Need Help Choosing the Right Resource?
Masonry deterioration can be difficult to interpret from the ground. If your building is showing signs of failing mortar, loose bricks, chimney deterioration, staining, or moisture intrusion, Renaissance Development can evaluate the condition and recommend the appropriate next step.
Tuckpointing
Mortar Restoration
Chimney Repair
Patios
Walkways
Retaining Walls
