Restore Your Foundation Without Completely Replacing It
Premier Gunite restores deteriorating stone, fieldstone and barn foundations with structural Gunite applied directly to the prepared wall.
Real Stone Foundation Restoration Projects
Older fieldstone walls are rarely flat or uniform. Gunite can be placed over prepared irregular surfaces to create a dense, continuous reinforcement layer.
Is Your Stone Foundation Starting to Fail?
Original mortar can break down from moisture, age and repeated freeze-thaw cycles. An onsite evaluation can help determine whether the wall needs localized repair, support or a complete Gunite lining.
- Mortar turning into sand or falling onto the floor
- Loose, shifting or missing stones
- Water seepage through deteriorated joints
- Cold drafts, gaps or pest entry
- Bulging, bowing or leaning walls
- Previous repairs that keep breaking apart
Why Use Gunite for Fieldstone Repair?
Traditional tuckpointing can be useful for limited surface deterioration. When damage is widespread, Gunite can provide a broader, continuous restoration layer over the prepared foundation.
High-Velocity Placement
Material is pneumatically applied against the prepared wall, helping it conform to irregular stone and deep joints.
Reduced Formwork
Gunite can often be applied directly to the existing foundation without conventional two-sided concrete forms.
Continuous Reinforcement
The finished lining helps stabilize loose stone and deteriorated mortar across a larger section of wall.
Our Foundation Restoration Process
Every project begins with evaluation and preparation. Reinforcement and application details are based on wall conditions and project requirements.
Evaluate
Inspect movement, moisture, mortar loss and loose stone.
Prepare
Remove dirt, loose mortar and other unsound material.
Reinforce
Add mesh, anchors or steel when the project calls for it.
Apply Gunite
Place material in controlled layers at high velocity.
Finish
Shape the surface, clean the site and review the work.
More Foundation Restoration Work
Premier Gunite works on residential basements, historic fieldstone walls, barns, farm structures and other deteriorating concrete or masonry foundations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gunite better than tuckpointing?
It depends on the wall. Tuckpointing may be suitable for limited mortar deterioration. Gunite may be considered when deterioration is widespread or the wall needs broader reinforcement.
Do you remove the original stone wall?
In many restoration projects, the existing stone stays in place. Loose and unsound material is removed before the wall is prepared for the repair system.
Is rebar or wire mesh always required?
No. Reinforcement is added when wall conditions, project specifications or engineering recommendations call for it.
Does Gunite make the foundation waterproof?
Gunite can help reduce pathways through deteriorated joints, but water can also come from grading, gutters, drainage and groundwater. Those conditions should be evaluated as part of the overall repair.
Protect Your Foundation Before the Damage Gets Worse
A deteriorating stone wall does not automatically need to be torn out and replaced. Schedule an onsite evaluation to learn which repair approach fits your foundation.
50 Years of Strength: The Permanent Fix for Historic Foundations
Three Generations of Expertise in Saving Wisconsin’s Stone Foundations and Barns.
A crumbling fieldstone wall isn’t just a maintenance issue—it’s a threat to your property’s legacy. Since 1975, the McNamara family at Premier Gunite LLC has specialized in the permanent restoration of historic structures. We don’t just “patch” walls; we provide a monolithic, lifetime solution that reinforces your foundation from the inside out.
Why Choose Premier Gunite?
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Rapid Restoration: Most residential foundation and barn projects are completed in one day or less, minimizing disruption to your home or farm operations.
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The Most Cost-Effective Solution: Gunite is widely recognized as the most economical method for structural reinforcement. It delivers a superior bond that matches or exceeds the wall’s original strength without the massive expense of a full replacement.
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Unmatched Durability: Our high-velocity application creates a single, seamless concrete shell that stops water, pests, and structural shifting for good.
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Local & Trusted: We are a three-generation, family-owned business deeply committed to the Wisconsin Tri-State area.
Secure Your Structure Today
Don’t settle for temporary fixes. Get the structural restoration your historic building deserves at a price that makes sense.
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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
Stop the Decay: Is Your Stone Foundation Compromised?
Crumbling walls aren’t just an eyesore—they are a structural emergency. If you notice any of the following, your home’s historic foundation is actively failing:
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Piles of sand or grit accumulating around the floor perimeter.
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Cold drafts and skyrocketing energy bills from invisible gaps.
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Rodent intrusion and water seepage through deteriorating joints.
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Visible bowing or leaning of the fieldstone walls.
Don’t wait for a collapse. Fix it once. Fix it forever.
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Gunite vs. Tuckpointing: Why “Patching” Is a Trap
Most homeowners try traditional tuckpointing first because it seems cheaper. However, tuckpointing is a cosmetic band-aid, not a structural repair.
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The Problem with Tuckpointing: It involves hand-smearing new mortar into the surface. It relies on old, failing stones to stay in place. Within a few freeze-thaw cycles, moisture penetrates the gaps you can’t see, popping the new mortar out and leaving your wall just as weak as before.
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The Premier Gunite Solution: We use a dry-process Gunite (Shotcrete) that creates a monolithic bond. We don’t just patch the wall—we encapsulate and reinforce it from the inside out.
Why Gunite Wins Every Time:
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High-Velocity “Mechanical Bond”: Using specialized Reed equipment, we blast a proprietary concrete mix at high velocity. This force drives material deep into every crack and void that hand-troweling simply cannot reach.
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Unmatched Structural Strength: Our Gunite reaches upwards of 6,000 to 10,000 PSI. We essentially build a single-piece structural shell that is significantly stronger than the original wall was when it was new.
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Total Protection: It stops water ingress, prevents stone shifting, and creates a permanent barrier against pests and heat loss.
The Bottom Line: Tuckpointing is a temporary repair. Premier Gunite is a lifetime restoration.
Warning Signs Your Foundation Needs Immediate Attention
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Deteriorating Mortar: If the “glue” holding your stones together is turning to sand, the weight of your home is no longer evenly distributed.
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Wall Bulging or Leaning: This indicates the structural core of the wall has shifted.
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Loose or Falling Stones: Specifically at corners or above ground level, this is a precursor to a partial collapse.
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Persistent Water Leakage: Dry-laid or failing stone walls act like a sieve, leading to rot and mold in your joists.
Serving the Wisconsin Tri-State Area
We provide expert foundation restoration across: Eau Claire • Wausau • Green Bay • Oshkosh • Fond du Lac • Beaver Dam • Watertown • La Crosse • Tomah • Rice Lake
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