Vandalism & Graffiti Restoration

Graffiti Removal for Lewiston-Auburn Brick and Mill Buildings

Much of downtown Lewiston and Auburn is built from brick and granite, from the converted mills along the canals and the Androscoggin to the storefronts on Lisbon Street. Spray paint on old masonry is harder to remove than it looks, because soft brick and lime mortar absorb paint and can be scarred by aggressive blasting. SERVPRO of Lewiston/Auburn handles graffiti and vandalism cleanup for property owners across Lewiston, Auburn, Lisbon, Poland, Mechanic Falls, Oxford, South Paris, and Norway.

Can Graffiti Be Removed Without Damaging Old Brick?

In many cases, yes. Technicians test the paint and the masonry first, then use masonry-appropriate cleaning agents, proper dwell time, and low-pressure rinsing to draw paint out of the pores instead of grinding away the face of the brick. Metal doors, loading docks, signage, and vinyl siding each get their own method.

Vandalism often goes beyond paint. We also clean up interior damage at schools, apartment buildings, and businesses, including discharged fire extinguisher powder, broken glass, and damaged drywall and carpet, and we can board up openings until repairs are complete. Photos and a written record of the damage are provided for your insurance carrier and local police.