Front (L-R): Billy Streahle, Stephen Bornmann, Shawn O'Neil, Floyd Musick, III
Rear (L-R): Jason McGettigan, Theodore Steege, Hugh Coppinger, Vern Knapp, Brian
(Joe) Dunbar, James Muff, Nick Humphrey

ABOUT US

Vern began his career in 1980 working for a reputable masonry restoration firm. Therein he earned his talents as a craftsman, estimator, and foreman. Vern has maintained this reputation as President, and chief operations manager of Knapp Masonry, and personally oversees all aspects of every project. He has also garnered a reputation as a trustworthy and talented representative and hands-on craftsman with renowned Philadelphia architect's, engineers, and residential clients. He has maintained this integrity by providing Knapp Masonry's customers' with quality services. Vern also serves as a board member for the Association for the Preservation of Technology.

Jennifer offers marketing, research, and customer service expertise; also crediting her administrative experience at the University of Pennsylvania (1981-present). She has actively committed her talents to Knapp Masonry on a daily basis. She oversees all legal documentation and registration for the establishment and renewal of the business, and she monitors financial activities, employee benefits, and bid opportunities. Jennifer especially enjoys overseeing, and actively contributing to, all marketing and communications activities and is also serving on the Germantown Old House Fair planning committee (Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia).

Vern & Jennifer share a joint ownership in the company. Together, with our family, we've created a company with integrity and skill to professionally and personally address the restoration needs of our customers.

Founder & Owner

Vern Knapp

Jennifer Knapp

Our son, Shawn O'Neil, is a talented mechanic with the company, and works and attends schooling on behalf of Knapp Masonry.

Mechanics

Shawn O'Neil (Knapp)

Our son, Vern, III, is now employed with the company. He's training with the local Union and is currently pursuing College opportunities in Construction Management/Business. He successfully completed Cathedral Stone's Jahn training, and OSHA's first-aid and safety training.

Apprentice

Vern Knapp, III

Our daughter, Brittany Murtha, is a student at Chestnut Hill College majoring in Communications and also currently works at Knapp Masonry in her spare time. She assists with many of the Marketing activities of the company, while also providing administrative assistance. She also maintains her part-time job at the University of Pennsylvania.

Office Staff

Brittany Murtha (Knapp)

Our daughter, Kirsten, previously worked part-time as an office assistant with Knapp Masonry. She chose to serve in our Armed Forces upon graduation from high-school. She is now PFC Knapp, United States Army (Private First Class, PFC; 63 Bravo Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic) - and we're proud that she's now serving in the United States Army and is currently based in Alaska.

Mechanic

Kirsten Knapp

Matthew Dempler (Jennie's Brother) works on updating the web site, estimating and photographically documenting jobs at all stages as well as computing and technical work to keep the office running smoothly.

Technical /Estimation

Matthew Dempler

Comptroller, offers accounting and financial expertise and analysis, and long-range projections. He participates extensively with all aspects of the estimating and bid processing.

Comptroller

Jeramie Muff

We are fortunate to have recruited an array of dedicated, enthusiastic, and talented employees. In addition to working and learning under the tutelage of experienced craftsmen, they are also actively participating in training programs such as Cathedral Stone's Jahn seminars. Our talented employees are union-affiliated and skilled journeymen and apprentices. They continue to demonstrate their loyalty and commitment to our philosophy of providing personalized and quality preservation services.

TEAM PHOTO GALLERIES (must allow pop-up windows)
On the Job
Knapp Team Fishing Trip

Employees

Our Team