Basement Waterproofing in Winthrop, 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 Winthrop 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 Winthrop, 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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    Winthrop was settled in 1630 by English Puritan colonists as Pulling Point, so named because the tides made hard pulling for boatmen. The present town is named after John Winthrop (1587-1649), second governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and an English Puritan leader. On April 8, 1630, Winthrop departed from the Isle of Wight, England on the ship Arbella, arriving in Salem in June where he was met by John Endecott, the first governor of the colony. John Winthrop served as governor for twelve of the colony’s first twenty years of existence. It was he who decided to base the colony at the Shawmut Peninsula, where he and other colonists founded what is now the City of Boston.

    Originally part of an area called Winnisimmet by the native Massachusett tribe, Pullen Poynt was annexed by the Town of Boston in 1632 and was used as a grazing area. In 1637, it was divided into fifteen parcels of land that were given by Governor Winthrop to prominent men in Boston with the stipulation that each must erect a building on his land within two years. Few, if any, of these men ever lived on these parcels of land, but their farms prospered. One of these early houses, the Deane Winthrop House, was the home of Governor Winthrop’s youngest son, Deane Winthrop, who lived there until his death in 1704. This house is still standing and is also the oldest continually occupied home in the United States. Although occupied, it is also open to the public at select times. The house is maintained by the Winthrop Improvement and Historical Association.

    In 1739, what is now Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop, withdrew from Boston due to governmental control disputes and became the Town of Chelsea. In 1775, residents of the Town of Chelsea played a key role in the Battle of Chelsea Creek of the American Revolutionary War. Again, the desire for more local control resulted in Revere and Winthrop seceding from Chelsea in 1846 to become North Chelsea. Shortly thereafter, in 1852, Winthrop was incorporated as a town in its own right with a Board of Selectmen and Open Town Meeting form of government. In 1920, Winthrop was the second town in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to apply for and receive a Charter for a Representative Town Meeting, which continued to 2006.

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