3 generations of expertise in saving historic stone foundations and barns. We provide a monolithic, lifetime fix for crumbling fieldstone walls across Wisconsin Tri-State area.

Most stone foundation repairs and restorations are typically completed within a single day or less. Gunite is recognized as the most cost-effective method for repairing and reinforcing your stone foundation, ensuring it matches or exceeds its original strength. We are committed to delivering the most economical solution available in the market. Furthermore, we offer complimentary onsite estimates within the Wisconsin Tri-State area.

Complete Shotcrete – Gunite Services 

Specializing in:

Restoration and Repair Services
– Barn Rock-Stone Repairs for Foundations
– Stone Foundation Repairs
– Basement Stone-Rock Walls Repair for Foundations
– Manure Lagoons Repair
– Bunker Walls and Foundations

WARNING: Is Your Stone Foundation Failing?

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Gunite vs. Tuckpointing: Why “Patching” Isn’t Enough

When a stone foundation begins to crumble, many homeowners turn to traditional tuckpointing. While tuckpointing has its place for minor cosmetic masonry, it often fails to address the underlying structural decay of a historic fieldstone wall.

The Tuckpointing Trap

Tuckpointing involves scraping out loose mortar and shoving new mortar into the joints.

• The Weakness: It relies on the strength of the old, failing stones to stay in place.

• The Result: Moisture still penetrates the gaps you can’t see, and within a few seasons of freeze-thaw cycles, the new mortar often pops out or the wall continues to bow. It’s a temporary fix for a permanent problem.

The Premier Gunite Solution: A Monolithic Bond

Our dry-process Gunite (Shotcrete) doesn’t just “patch” the wall—it encapsulates and reinforces it.

• High-Velocity Application: We use specialized Reed equipment to blast a proprietary concrete mix at high velocity directly onto the cleaned stone.

• The “Mechanical Bond”: The force of the application drives the material into every crack, crevice, and void, creating a mechanical bond that traditional hand-troweling can’t achieve.

• Structural Strength: We create a monolithic (single-piece) structural shell that is significantly stronger than the original wall. It stops water ingress and prevents any further shifting of the fieldstone.

• Lifetime Durability: Our Gunite reaches upwards of 6,000 to 10,000 PSI, far exceeding the compressive strength of standard mortar.

The Bottom Line: Tuckpointing is a cosmetic repair. Premier Gunite is a structural restoration. If you want to fix your foundation once and never worry about it again, Gunite is the only answer.

Is Your Stone Foundation in Need of Repair?

• Here are some indicators that your stone foundation may require attention:

  1. Deteriorating Mortar: Mortar is a crucial element that binds stone together, seals gaps, distributes weight, and enhances aesthetics. Deteriorating mortar could lead to structural instability and potential collapse of the stone foundation.

  2. Wall Bulging or Leaning: Loss of mortar can cause the stone foundation to shift, resulting in walls leaning or bulging, indicating a need for repair.

  3. Loose Stones: Falling mortar can cause stones to become loose and dislodged from the foundation, particularly at corners and walls above ground level.

  4. Cracked Stone Walls: The presence of cracks in the stones is a clear sign that repairs are necessary to maintain the integrity of the foundation.

  5. Water Leakage: Dry-laid stone walls without mortar are susceptible to water leakage. Proper maintenance is essential to prevent water seepage and maintain the structural integrity of the foundation.

  Our team of experts is ready to assist you in restoring the stability and durability of your stone foundation. We do offer free onsite estimates  https://premiergunitellc.com/contact/

Servicing the Wisconsin Tri-State area. Eau Claire, Wausau, Green bay, Oshkosh, Fond du lac, Beaver Dam, Watertown, La Crosse, Tomah and Rice lake areas.