Basement Waterproofing in Dorchester, MA

Dry Basements, Happy Homes in Suffolk County

A damp basement? Not a chance. Academy Masonry keeps your basement dry and your worries far away.

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Water Damage? Say "No More!"

The Upside of a Dry Basement

  • Mold and mildew? We eliminate them to keep your home healthy and fresh.
  • Foundation problems? We will strengthen your home’s foundation, reducing the cost of repairs.
  • Add to your home’s value and sleep soundly, knowing your basement is leak-free.
  • A dry basement means more space to live, play, and create memories.
  • Basement Waterproofing Pros

    Your Local Dorchester Specialists

    Academy Masonry is more than just a waterproofing company. We’re your neighbors in Suffolk County and passionate about keeping basements dry and homeowners happy. We use the latest methods and the strongest materials, from waterproof barriers to drainage, to guarantee your basement stays desert-dry. Give us a ring at 617-388-5207, and let’s discuss your basement.

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    Basement Waterproofing Steps

    Your Path to a Dry Basement

  • Investigate: We’ll thoroughly examine your basement and identify those sneaky water entry points.
  • Plan: We’ll create a custom strategy to tackle your unique water challenges.
  • Waterproof: We’ll install a robust waterproofing system that lasts a lifetime.
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    Foundation Protection in Dorchester, MA

    Waterproofing; A Must-Have

    Consider basement waterproofing as an investment in your home’s health. It’s not just about keeping things dry; it’s about preventing water damage, mold growth, and those nightmare foundation repairs. We use advanced techniques like interior drain systems, exterior drainage solutions, and crack injection methods to keep your basement dry no matter what. Ready to say “goodbye” to basement worries? Contact Academy Masonry at 617-388-5207. We’re the waterproofing heroes of Suffolk County!

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    Prior to European colonization, the region around Dorchester was originally inhabited by the indigenous Massachusett. They lived in settlements established alongside the Neponset River estuary, which proved to be a plentiful source of fish for the Massachusett; they also gathered shellfish from the riverbed, hunted beavers, deers and trouts and established farms in nearby hills. During the initial period of colonization of the region by Puritan settlers, the Massachusett experienced a rapid decline in population due to the introduction of foreign diseases to which they had no immunity. The Massachusett sachem, Chickatawbut, negotiated land treaties with the Puritan settlers before dying of smallpox in 1633, and his brother, Cutshamekin deeded further land to the settlers. The remaining Massachusett in the region, including Cutshamekin, became Praying Indians and settled in the town of Natick, likely as a means of survival.

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    In 1626 David Thompson settled his family on Thompson Island in what is now Dorchester before Boston’s Puritan migration wave began in 1630. May 30, 1630, Captain Squib of the ship Mary and John entered Boston Harbor and on June 17, 1630, landed a boat with eight men on the Dorchester shore, at what was then a narrow peninsula known as Mattapan or Mattaponnock, and today is known as Columbia Point (more popularly since 1984 as Harbor Point). Those aboard the ship who founded the town included William Phelps, Roger Ludlowe, John Mason, John Maverick, Nicholas Upsall, Capt. Roger Fyler, William Gaylord, Henry Wolcott and other men who would become prominent in the founding of a new nation. The original settlement founded in 1630 was at what is now the intersection of Columbia Road and Massachusetts Avenue. (Even though Dorchester was annexed over 100 years ago into the city of Boston, this founding is still celebrated every year on Dorchester Day, which includes festivities and a parade down Dorchester Avenue).

    Most of the early Dorchester settlers came from the English West Country, and some from Dorchester, Dorset, where the Rev. John White was chief proponent of a Puritan settlement in the Americas. The town that was founded was centered on the First Parish Church of Dorchester, which still exists as the Unitarian-Universalist church on Meeting House Hill and is the oldest religious organization in present-day Boston.

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