Brick, Stone and Masonry Contractor in Chicago, IL
In Chicago, homes around Lincoln Park and Logan Square are made of old brick that needs a careful hand, and repointing with the right mortar keeps it sound.
Rowhouses, stoops and long winters: masonry in Chicago, IL
Where winters are long and buildings are old, masonry works hard. Rowhouse fronts, stoops and chimneys need patient repointing with the right mortar, and well-built walls and steps keep entries safe and handsome.
- Old brick, soft mortarHistoric walls need lime-based mortar that is softer than the brick.
- Stoops and stepsSettled stone and brick steps are reset and rebuilt for safe entries.
- Winter damageSalt, ice and freeze-thaw are repaired before the next cold season.
From the footing to the final course.
We lay, repair and restore brick, stone and block for homes and businesses in Lincoln Park, Logan Square, Hyde Park and Oak Park and the areas around them, starting with a walk-through and a close look at the masonry.
Three steps from your call to a finished wall
- Call or send the formTell us about your project in Chicago: the wall, chimney or yard, what you see and the look you want.
- We look and planWe walk the site, find the cause of any damage and put the plan, the materials and the order of work on paper.
- Built, repaired and finishedMasonry is laid course by course, joints are tooled, and the site is left clean.
What people in Chicago ask for first
Historic Masonry RestorationOld brick, stone and terra cotta restored with period-correct methods and materials.See the service Stone
Stone Steps and StairsSolid stone treads and risers for entries, gardens and hillsides, built level and safe.See the service Brick
Tuckpointing and RepointingWorn mortar joints ground out and refilled so the wall sheds water again and looks crisp.See the service Good to know
Why does my old brick need a special mortar?
Old brick is softer than modern brick, and modern cement mortar is harder. Hard mortar can crack soft brick, so we match the mortar to the wall.
Which parts of the area do you serve?
We work across Lincoln Park, Logan Square, Hyde Park and Oak Park and the areas around them. If you are nearby but not on the list, call 800-224-9245 and ask.
Do you work on both new and old masonry?
Yes. We build new brick, stone and block work, and we repair and restore older walls, chimneys and patios.
How do I get started?
Call or text 800-224-9245, or send the form on this page with your city and a few details. Every project starts with a walk-through.
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Ready to build something that lasts in Chicago?
Call or text, or send the form to set up your walk-through. Tell us about your wall, chimney or yard and what you would like it to become.