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Stucco & Foundation Parging in South Boston, Boston, MA
Looking for stucco & foundation parging in South Boston in Boston, MA? Ultimate Boston Masonry is a licensed, insured, family-owned masonry contractor serving Boston and the rest of Suffolk County from our Boston base. From Back Bay brownstones to triple-deckers in Dorchester, Boston masonry is old, soft-brick work that needs the right mortar and a careful hand.
Housing in South Boston in Boston includes a mix of Victorian, colonial, and mid-century homes, and wind-driven rain from nor'easters is what wears this masonry down. That is why our stucco & foundation parging work starts with understanding what your building is made of — brick type, stone, mortar hardness, and drainage — before we price anything. Parging is the cement coat on the exposed part of your foundation. When it cracks and falls off, water and frost start working on the block or stone underneath. We remove loose parging, repair the substrate, and apply a bonded, breathable new coat.
Response time in Boston: Same-day estimates, most weeks · Typical range $600 – $4,500

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Scope
What our stucco & foundation parging in Boston includes
- Removal of loose, hollow, or failed parging
- Crack routing and patching in block or poured foundations
- Bonding agent and metal lath where needed
- Two-coat parge or stucco finish
- Color-matched finish coat on request
- Grading and downspout recommendations
Process
How stucco & foundation parging works in South Boston, Boston
1. Free on-site assessment
We sound the foundation for hollow spots and identify moisture sources.
2. Written fixed-price scope
You get square-footage pricing and a clear list of repairs.
3. Skilled masonry work
Failed material comes off, cracks are repaired, and new parge is applied in coats.
4. Cleanup and final walkthrough
Surfaces are cured properly and the site is cleaned.
Local FAQ
Stucco & Foundation Parging in South Boston, Boston: questions answered
How much does stucco & foundation parging cost in South Boston, Boston, MA?
Most stucco & foundation parging projects in Boston fall between $600 – $4,500. A single side of a small foundation is at the low end. Full-perimeter re-parging with crack repairs lands higher. We give a free written, fixed-price estimate after an on-site look.
How quickly can you start stucco & foundation parging in South Boston, Boston?
Same-day estimates, most weeks in Boston. Most projects are scheduled within one to three weeks, and safety hazards are prioritized.
Do I need a permit for stucco & foundation parging in Boston?
Minor repairs usually don't need a permit, but rebuilds, new structures, and tall retaining walls often do under the Massachusetts building code. We check with the Boston building department and pull permits when required.
Which areas near South Boston, Boston do you also serve?
Besides Back Bay, South Boston, Jamaica Plain, we regularly work in nearby Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline, and every community within 45 miles of Boston.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Boston?
Yes. Ultimate Boston Masonry is licensed, fully insured, and family-owned with 5 years of experience on Greater Boston brick and stone.
Why is the parging falling off my foundation?
Moisture wicking up from the ground freezes behind the coating, or it was applied without proper bonding. Removing the loose areas and re-parging with a bonding agent solves it.
Is parging just cosmetic?
It is partly cosmetic, but it also shields block and mortar from water and frost. Missing parging lets the foundation deteriorate faster.
Stucco & Foundation Parging near South Boston, Boston
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- Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits in South Boston
- Brick Repair & Replacement in South Boston
- Historic Masonry Restoration in South Boston
- Masonry Waterproofing & Sealing in South Boston
- Brick Walls, Pillars & Columns in South Boston
- Indoor Fireplace & Firebox Repair in South Boston
- Paver & Cobblestone Driveways in South Boston
- Emergency Masonry Repair in South Boston
Learn more about our stucco & foundation parging service or see all masonry services in Boston.
Homeowner guides
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