Litchfield excavation projects often involve historic colonial and Federal style properties where any work has to consider the architectural context and the historic district commission requirements when applicable. Foundation digs for additions on historic homes require careful work around original 1700s and 1800s foundations. Drainage corrections on aging properties need to avoid disturbing established landscape and existing stone walls. Visible exterior changes in the Litchfield Historic District require commission review. A&J Masonry approaches Litchfield excavation with that understanding. Coordination with the historic district commission when required. Careful work around original construction.
Common Litchfield excavation calls include drainage corrections on aging colonial and Federal properties where water management has degraded over the years, French drain installations along basement walls in homes with stone foundations, foundation excavation for sensitively-designed additions that respect the historic character, trenching for utility upgrades, and grading work as part of larger landscape projects that may include historic district commission coordination. Each project gets handled with respect for the historic context.
Litchfield homes outside the strict historic district still benefit from excavation work that respects the local landscape character. Established stone walls along property lines that should be preserved during nearby excavation. Mature tree systems that often have decades of root development that affects every dig. Original foundations from the 1700s and 1800s that need protection during any work near the building. A&J Masonry helps Litchfield homeowners plan excavation projects that respect the historic context. Careful equipment selection. Hand-digging where machines might damage important features. Protection of existing landscape elements during the work.
