Masonry Solutions International

What Masonry Solutions International does

Masonry Solutions International, Inc. (MSI) is a privately held B2B specialty construction services firm founded in 1998 through a joint effort with the National Science Foundation and headquartered in Cockeysville, Maryland. The company provides structural stabilization, preservation, and enhancement services for historic and contemporary masonry buildings, operating across 12 distinct service lines including adaptive reuse, crack repair, facade repair, seismic retrofit, moisture prevention, rising damp remediation, wind/flood enhancement, historic stabilization, and LEED project support. MSI's core technical differentiator is a portfolio of proprietary technologies developed over 20+ years: Compatible Injected Fill (CIF), a customizable lime-based or cementitious injection material; Romeo I Coring Equipment capable of precision drilling over 160 feet with less than 1cm deviation; Taper-Lok undercut mechanical connections; GRUENSTARK Enhancement Rods and Masonry Fabric Anchor Systems; and the Moduloc Dynamic Seismic Connector validated by University of Colorado studies. The firm also deploys conventional non-destructive evaluation tools including microwave radar (GPR), infrared thermography, ultrasonic pulse velocity, mortar rebound hammer testing, and water penetration testing.

MSI's primary customer segments are design professionals (architects, engineers, preservation specialists), building owners and maintenance professionals, federal/state/local government agencies, and general/sub-contractors seeking specialized structural expertise. Notable engagements include Fallingwater, New York City Hall ($119 million multi-phase rehabilitation), Washington National Cathedral, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New Orleans pumping stations, West Point's Mahan Hall, St. Patrick's Church New Orleans, and the National WWII Museum. The company generates revenue through project-based professional services fees, hardware and material sales of proprietary technologies, AIA-registered continuing education courses, and expert witness/legal consultation services, with quote-based project pricing and free initial consultations as the standard entry point.

Name

Masonry Solutions International

Legal name

Masonry Solutions International, Inc.

Website

https://masonrysolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Masonry Solutions International is a B2B specialty masonry stabilization firm providing structural preservation, seismic retrofit, and crack repair services for historic and contemporary buildings. It serves design professionals, government agencies, and building owners through proprietary technologies including Compatible Injected Fill and GRUENSTARK anchorage systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Masonry Preservation and Stabilization Services

NAICS

Masonry Contractors (238140), Masonry Contractors (23814)

SIC

Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440)

akta.pro primary industry

Stone Masonry Repair & Restoration (HSAGALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Masonry Repointing & Mortar Joint Repair (HSAGALAH), Masonry Accessories & Reinforcement (Lintels, Ties, Mesh, Rebar) (IMADABAK), Chimney Masonry Repair (Crown, Tuckpointing, Brick) (HSAGALAK)

Keywords

• Masonry stabilization services
• Historic preservation
• Structural retrofit
• Masonry crack repair
• Facade repair services

Headquarters

HQ city

Cockeysville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Professional Masonry Stabilization Services: Project-based fees for masonry stabilization, repair, and enhancement services including crack repair, facade repair, seismic retrofit, historic structure stabilization, moisture prevention, and wind/flood enhancement. Services delivered through direct engagement with design professionals, contractors, and property owners.
2. Technology and Equipment Sales: Sale of proprietary technologies including Romeo I coring equipment, Compatible Injected Fill materials, enhancement rods, connection systems, and fabric anchor systems. Products developed in partnership with TST LTD and Gruenstark.
3. Continuing Education Services: Professional development courses for engineers and architects including the 'New Techniques to Save Historic Masonry Structures' course registered with AIA CES and approved for PDH credits in all US states.
4. Expert Witness and Legal Consultation: Technical consultation and expert witness testimony for legal proceedings involving structural performance and construction law matters.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Masonry Solutions International provides specialized masonry stabilization, preservation, and enhancement services for historic and contemporary masonry structures. The company combines proprietary injection materials (Compatible Injected Fill), advanced coring equipment, connection systems, and seismic enhancement technologies to deliver discreet structural repairs that preserve aesthetics. Their portfolio includes crack repair, facade stabilization, seismic retrofit, moisture prevention, adaptive reuse, and expert witness services for design professionals, contractors, governments, and building owners.

Product overview

Masonry Solutions International is a masonry stabilization and preservation company offering a comprehensive portfolio of proprietary technologies and professional services for the structural enhancement of masonry structures. The company's core product portfolio centers on Compatible Injected Fill (CIF), a customizable cementitious/lime-based injection material that serves as the foundation for their stabilization work. This core material is complemented by proprietary equipment (Romeo I Coring Equipment), connection systems (Taper-Lok Connection, Multi-Wythe Spiral Wall Ties), enhancement products (GRUENSTARK Enhancement Rods, GRUENSTARK Masonry Fabric Anchor System), and seismic technology (Moduloc Dynamic Seismic Connector). The company also provides an extensive suite of non-destructive evaluation (NDE) tools including Microwave Radar, Infrared Thermography, Mortar Rebound Hammer Testing, Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity, and Water Penetration Testing. These technologies are deployed through 12 distinct service offerings covering adaptive reuse, crack repair, custom solutions, facade repair, LEED projects, legal consultation, moisture prevention, rising damp, seismic retrofit, historic stabilization, testing/analysis, and wind/flood enhancement. The company operates primarily in the historic preservation and seismic retrofit markets, serving design professionals, contractors, building owners, governments, and municipalities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GRUENSTARK: Product line of enhancement rods and fabric anchor systems for masonry stabilization, including GS-E enhancement rods and fabric anchorage systems.
• Romeo I
• Compatible Injected Fill (CIF)
• Taper-Lok
• Multi-Wythe Spiral Wall Ties
• Moduloc Dynamic Seismic Connector

Products and services

• Adaptive Reuse Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Moduloc Dynamic Seismic Connector increases seismic dampening by up to 8%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Atkinson Noland & Associates, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical consulting partner specializing in masonry and wood analysis and structural repair and enhancement. Provides technical expertise and referrals for preservation projects requiring specialized structural analysis.
• TST LTDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical demolition experts who collaborated with MSI to develop Romeo I coring equipment and other advanced technologies. Long-standing partnership for technology development including Taper-Lok connection system.
• GruenstarkcoreTechnology or IntegrationManufacturer of GRUENSTARK Masonry Fabric Anchor System, Enhancement Rods (GS-E), and related anchoring products distributed and specified by MSI. Products incorporate MSI's injection technologies and expertise.
• The Association for Preservation Technology International (APT)minorOthersProfessional association for preservation technology. MSI participates in conferences, delivers lectures, and publishes papers. Affiliation provides access to industry professionals and project opportunities.
• The US Green Building Council (USGBC)minorOthersOrganization promoting sustainable building practices. MSI holds LEED Accredited Professionals and offers solutions meeting LEED standards for historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects.
• The American Institute of Architects (AIA)minorOthersProfessional association for architects. MSI's continuing education course is registered in AIA CES Registered Provider Program for continuing education credits, creating ongoing engagement with architects.
• The Masonry SocietyminorOthersProfessional society for masonry industry. Affiliation provides technical resources, standards development participation, and access to masonry professionals.
• U.S. Army Corps of EngineerscoreOthersGovernment agency client for multi-million dollar projects including New Orleans pumping station retrofits. MSI contracted across multiple projects to perform structural enhancement of aging installations.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (WJE): Large employee-owned engineering and architecture firm specializing in the investigation, analysis, and repair of existing structures, including masonry and historic preservation. Comparable to MSI as a high-end consulting-led restoration firm serving similar landmark and institutional clients.
• John Canning & Co. Specialty firm focused on the conservation and restoration of historic architectural interiors, finishes, and decorated surfaces. Comparable to MSI as a niche preservation contractor serving landmark and institutional clients.
• Building Conservation Associates: Architecture and conservation firm specializing in the preservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Comparable to MSI as a preservation specialist serving landmark and institutional clients with similar restoration methodologies.
• Old Structures Engineering: Structural engineering consultancy focused on the investigation, restoration, and reuse of historic buildings. Closely comparable to MSI in the consulting-led, preservation-oriented service offering.
• STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES (formerly Structural Preservation Systems): Specialty contractor delivering structural and masonry repair, strengthening, and preservation services. Directly comparable to MSI in service mix (crack repair, facade stabilization, seismic retrofit) and customer base (commercial, government, infrastructure).
• Western Specialty Contractors: National masonry and concrete restoration contractor offering facade repair, waterproofing, and structural restoration. Comparable to MSI as a specialty masonry repair contractor, although operating at significantly larger scale and broader service scope.
• Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH): Engineering firm focused on building envelope, structural, and preservation work on existing structures, including masonry and concrete. Comparable to MSI in technical depth and institutional/government client base.
• EverGreene Architectural Arts: Restoration and conservation firm serving historic landmarks with decorative and structural preservation services. Comparable to MSI in serving iconic institutional and government preservation projects.

Emerging players

• PROSOCO: Manufacturer of masonry cleaners, sealers, and restoration chemistry used in preservation and new construction. Comparable as a complementary products company adjacent to MSI's preservation services, though it lacks the engineering/installation arm.
• Cathedral Stone Products: Manufacturer of masonry repair mortars, grouts, and Jahn restoration products used in historic preservation. Comparable to MSI on the materials side of masonry stabilization, although MSI also performs installation and engineering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding rounds

Investors

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