05/16/2025
🧱 PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: Diagnosing & Repairing Structural Movement at a Historic Church ⛪
At Craft Pro Masonry, doing the right work means looking beyond the surface. After re-pointing the main chimney last winter, we returned to investigate cracking that told a much deeper story.
🔍 Diagnosis
Once scaffolding was erected, we discovered critical cracks around the chimney and the adjacent wall above the Bilco door—signs the left-side wall is pulling away due to structural deflection. These cracks aren’t just cosmetic—they reveal stress in the load-bearing masonry.
We recommended a long-term solution: crack stitching bars for reinforcement, 100% stone re-pointing, and Star Bolt installations to stop the wall’s movement and preserve the building’s integrity.
🔧 Scope of Work Includes:
✔️ Installation of stainless-steel crack stitching bars across multiple crack zones to create a concealed “tensile net”
✔️ Precision re-pointing of all mortar joints on the return and radius walls using traditional raised ribbon joints
✔️ Re-sealing limestone capstone joints with urethane sealant
✔️ 12 structural Star Bolts installed at third ceiling joist to secure the wall
✔️ Careful drywall access and restoration for an invisible interior finish
✅ Address - 1420 Kaighns Ave Camden Nj 0810-Parkside United Methodist Church
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