Commercial property owners keep looking for ways to modernize existing facilities instead of starting from scratch, and a recent project in Johnstown, New York, puts concrete masonry unit construction right in the middle of that trend.
BBL has completed a renovation at the Classic Auto Wash facility, delivering building and site upgrades as part of a broader modernization effort. The 5,200-square-foot project included construction of a new two-bay self-service car wash built with concrete masonry unit (CMU) construction.
Alongside the new CMU work, the project scope also included an exterior refresh. BBL upgraded the building’s exterior with a new metal panel facade, made asphalt paving improvements, and installed updated exterior signage. The renovation also included new self-service car wash equipment to support daily operations.
For mason contractors, projects like this highlight where masonry scopes show up in everyday commercial work. CMU construction still plays a role in facility upgrades, even when other parts of the envelope shift to materials like metal panels.
From a coordination standpoint, the Classic Auto Wash renovation is also a reminder that “modernization” usually bundles multiple trades and site elements into one schedule. Construction Owners noted that this mix of structural upgrades, pavement work, and new equipment is intended to improve operational efficiency while updating amenities for customers.
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