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AJS Masonry, Inc. Announces Restoration Division

Words: Andrew SciocchettiAJS Masonry, Inc, a General Masonry & Concrete Contracting firm located in Clifton Park, NY continues to expand into the greater northeast region by the recent acquisition of Donovan Restoration. Wayne Donovan, the principle of Donavan Restoration, will now manage the Restoration Division for AJS Masonry, Inc.

Donovan has 30 years of experience working in the restoration field both locally and nationally, with work on historic buildings such as the Nott Memorial at Union College, the All Saints Cathedral in Albany, and the RPI Approach in Troy, NY. The most notable project Donovan has been involved with on the National level was the restoration of the White House in Washington DC. He has worked directly with historical preservationists who require site-specific procedures for performing masonry restoration. Donovan’s areas of expertise include concrete and masonry restoration with a specialty in historic structures.

As the Restoration Division Manager he will oversee all bidding and pre- construction services, as well as Project Management for this division.

AJS Masonry, Inc has been providing superior craftsmanship and exceptional service for over 22 years, throughout New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.

Visit www.ajsmasonry.com for more information. Or contact Wayne Donovan at wayne@ajsmasonry.com.
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