Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc.

What Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc. does

Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc. (MCR) is a specialty masonry and concrete restoration contractor founded in 1946 by Frank J. Doherty in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and now headquartered in Fort Scott, Kansas. The company provides three integrated service lines: (1) Historic Restoration & Preservation, including masonry cleaning, tuckpointing/repointing, brick repair/replacement, terra cotta and limestone repair, and architectural concrete repair carried out under U.S. Department of Interior Preservation Briefs standards; (2) Remedial Building Repairs & Waterproofing, including caulking/sealant installation, waterproofing membranes, thru-wall flashing, traffic and wall coatings, window replacement (Texas-only), and EIFS repair; and (3) Architectural & Structural Concrete Repair, including concrete cleaning, caulking/sealants, vehicular and pedestrian traffic coatings, and structural concrete patching. Customers span government facilities, K-12 and higher education, healthcare, commercial real estate, hospitality, multi-family residential, and religious institutions.

The company's underlying 'technology' is craft-based rather than software-based: a sizable workforce trained at a 20,000 square foot dedicated facility at Fort Scott headquarters, operating proprietary methodologies including 'mildest means possible' cleaning techniques and precision mortar joint repair (twice-the-width-of-joint depth removal, compatibility testing, sample installation). MCR has been 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan since 2001, with the ESOP originally established in 1976. The firm operates five regional facilities — Fort Scott (HQ), Fort Worth (TX), Parkston (SD), Kansas City (MO/KS), and Tuttle (OK) — covering 11 states across the Northern, Central, and Southern regions of the central United States.

Commercially, MCR functions as a B2B project-based professional services firm. Revenue is generated entirely through custom-quoted project engagements — pricing is not standardized and is determined per scope. The go-to-market model is enterprise field sales: experienced Estimators conduct on-site inspections, identify problems, and propose solutions, supplemented by a website 'Request A Quote' form and a 1.800.835.3700 phone line. No self-serve, e-commerce, or product-led acquisition motion exists. Marketing is content-driven, emphasizing the firm's 75+ year heritage, craftsmanship, and downloadable resources such as a Building Inspection Guide for property managers and building owners.

Name

Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc.

Legal name

Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc.

Website

https://midcontinental.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Mid-Continental Restoration is a 100% employee-owned specialty contractor providing masonry restoration, concrete repair, and waterproofing services to historic, government, education, healthcare, hospitality, and multi-family building owners across 11 central U.S. states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Masonry & Building Envelope Restoration Services

NAICS

Masonry Contractors (23814)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

Historic Home Renovation & Preservation (HSAPAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Stone Masonry Repair & Restoration (HSAGALAJ), Masonry Repointing & Mortar Joint Repair (HSAGALAH), Building Envelope Restoration (Roofing, Siding, Windows & Doors) (HSAPAOAH)

Keywords

• Masonry restoration services
• Building envelope repair
• Historic preservation services
• Concrete repair services
• Waterproofing and coatings

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Scott

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Historic Restoration & Preservation Services: Masonry cleaning, repointing/tuckpointing, brick repair/replacement, terra cotta repair/replacement, stone/limestone repair/replacement, and architectural concrete repair for historic structures. Revenue is project-based with scope defined per engagement.
2. Remedial Building Repairs & Waterproofing: Caulking/sealant installation, waterproofing membranes, thru-wall flashing repair/replacement, traffic coatings, wall coatings, window replacement, and EIFS repair. Project-based professional services.
3. Architectural & Structural Concrete Repair: Concrete cleaning, sealant/caulking, vehicular and pedestrian traffic coatings, and structural concrete patching. Revenue derived from service contracts and project-based work.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc. provides project-based masonry, building envelope, and concrete restoration services across 11 U.S. states through three primary service lines: Historic Restoration & Preservation, Remedial Building Repairs & Waterproofing, and Architectural & Structural Concrete Repair. Engagements begin with on-site Evaluator/Estimator inspections, followed by custom quotes, and are executed by in-house craftsmen trained in specialized historic preservation, waterproofing, and concrete repair techniques.

Product overview

Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc. is a brick and masonry restoration services provider founded in 1946, offering a comprehensive suite of restoration and preservation services through three primary service lines: Historic Restoration & Preservation (masonry cleaning, tuckpointing/repointing, brick repair/replacement, terra cotta repair, limestone/stone repair, architectural concrete repair), Remedial Building Repairs & Waterproofing (caulking/sealant installation, waterproofing membranes, thru-wall flashing, traffic coatings, wall coatings, window replacement, EIFS repair), and Architectural & Structural Concrete Repair. The company operates a 20,000 square foot training facility in Fort Scott, KS to maintain high-level craftsmanship standards. The company serves 11 states across three regions (Northern, Central, Southern) from headquarters in Fort Scott, Kansas and is 100% employee-owned through an ESOP.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Historic Restoration and Preservation Services Comprehensive restoration and preservation services for historic structures following Department of Interior Preservation Briefs standards, including masonry cleaning, tuckpointing, brick repair, terra cotta repair, limestone repair, and architectural concrete repair, for government, education, religious, hospitality, and commercial historic property owners.
• Remedial Building Repairs and Waterproofing Exterior envelope remedial repairs and waterproofing services including caulking/sealant replacement, waterproofing membranes, thru-wall flashing repair/replacement, traffic coatings, wall coatings, window replacement (Texas), and EIFS repair to prevent water penetration damage on commercial, multi-family, healthcare, education, and government buildings.
• Architectural and Structural Concrete Repair Architectural and structural concrete repair services including concrete cleaning, caulking/sealants, vehicular and pedestrian traffic coatings, and structural concrete patching to extend service life and prevent corrosion of reinforcement on parking structures, elevated decks, plazas, stadiums, and building envelopes.
• Masonry Cleaning Professional masonry cleaning using mildest-means-possible methods (low pressure water soaking, chemical cleaning, micro-abrasive techniques) to remove pollutants, biological growth, and paint without damaging historic fabric; targeted at owners of historic, civic, religious, and commercial masonry buildings.
• Repointing / Tuckpointing / Mortar Joint Repair Mortar joint repair including repointing and tuckpointing using specialized grinding wheels for proper depth removal (twice the joint width), dust/debris cleaning, and new mortar selection with compatibility testing and sample installation; for historic and commercial masonry buildings.
• Brick Repair and Replacement Repair or replacement of spalled, cracked, or deteriorated bricks to prevent further freeze-thaw damage and moisture infiltration, including sourcing of appropriate brick matches for older buildings; for historic, institutional, and commercial masonry buildings.
• Terra Cotta Repair and Replacement Repair and replacement of architectural terra cotta units, including patching glaze spalls, sealing cracks, replacing broken units with newly replicated pieces, and addressing corrosion of structural steel anchors; for historic and institutional buildings with original terra cotta facades.
• Stone / Limestone Repair and Replacement Repair of deteriorated stone and limestone using specialty patching mortars carved to recreate decorative profiles, plus full stone replacement with accurate dimension and profile capture; for historic, civic, religious, and commercial buildings.
• Caulking and Sealant Installation Exterior joint sealant installation and replacement services that protect against moisture and air infiltration at window perimeters, building control joints, and concrete panel interfaces, with typical service life of 10–20 years; for commercial, institutional, and multi-family buildings.
• Waterproofing Membranes Liquid or sheet waterproofing membrane application for plaza decks, fountains, green spaces, and below-grade walls to provide watertight surfaces over occupied space; for owners of parking decks, plaza structures, and below-grade occupied areas.
• Thru-Wall Flashing Repair and Replacement Repair and installation of thru-wall flashings that divert moisture back to the exterior of buildings, including cladding removal and proper installation of end dams and termination bars; for masonry and cavity wall construction on commercial and institutional buildings.
• Traffic Coatings and Deck Coatings Protective vehicular and pedestrian traffic coatings for elevated concrete slabs such as balconies, parking decks, and stadium structures to prevent moisture penetration and corrosion of reinforcing steel; for parking structure, multi-family, and stadium owners.
• Wall Coatings Protective wall coatings for concrete, cast stone, concrete block, stucco, EIFS, and brick masonry substrates that provide vapor permeability while shielding against rain, wind, snow, and UV damage; for commercial, institutional, and multi-family buildings.
• EIFS Repair Repair services for Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems (EIFS) including damage assessment, patching, replacement, and elastomeric coating application to add waterproofing protection and improve facade appearance; for commercial, institutional, and multi-family buildings with EIFS-clad exteriors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Full-depth concrete repairs completed at 170 feet above street level for The View Condominiums project
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves16 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Structural Preservation Systems (SPS): Specialty contractor providing structural and architectural restoration, concrete repair, and waterproofing for commercial, institutional, and infrastructure clients. Direct overlap with MCR's structural concrete and waterproofing service lines.
• Beyer Construction Company: Restoration and waterproofing contractor serving commercial, institutional, and government clients with masonry, concrete, and building envelope services. Closely aligned with MCR on customer mix and service scope.
• Western Specialty Contractors: National specialty contractor offering masonry restoration, concrete repair, waterproofing, and facade services. The most direct comparable to MCR in scope, delivery model, and customer base, though Western operates across a much wider geographic footprint.
• Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (WJE): Engineering and architecture firm specializing in the investigation, repair, and preservation of existing structures, including historic masonry and concrete. Comparable to MCR on the historic restoration side, though WJE is primarily an engineering/consulting firm rather than a self-performing contractor.
• Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH): Engineering firm focused on building envelope, structural, and restoration consulting for historic and contemporary structures. Comparable to MCR's preservation and repair expertise, primarily on the engineering/consulting side rather than self-perform contracting.
• J.D. Griffiths Company: Midwest restoration contractor offering masonry repair, tuckpointing, and facade restoration services. Geographic overlap with MCR in the central US and similar service scope for commercial and institutional customers.
• Citadel Restoration & Building Services: Midwest-based restoration contractor providing masonry repair, tuckpointing, waterproofing, and facade services to commercial, institutional, and multi-family clients. Geographic and service-line overlap with MCR's central US footprint.
• Pullman Services: Specialty contractor delivering structural repair, concrete restoration, and waterproofing for parking structures, plazas, and building envelopes. Comparable to MCR's structural concrete and traffic/deck coating offerings.

Emerging players

• EverGreene Architectural Arts: Specialty firm focused on historic decorative restoration, ornamental plaster, and architectural finishes. Comparable niche to MCR's historic preservation work but with a more narrow craft-art focus.

Broad incumbents

• Tremco Construction Products Group: Large manufacturer and applicator of waterproofing, coatings, and building envelope solutions. Overlaps with MCR on materials and application for waterproofing and coatings, but operates at much larger scale across multiple construction segments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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