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AM Masonry
4.6(
31
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I contacted Tony about building a retaining wall in my front yard. Upon receiving my call, Tony was able to schedule an appointment for later that day and gave me a quote within 24 hours. Tony's quote was nearly half of price that competitors gave me. Tony began work literally within the week. He told me he would be at my home at 800 am, and he was there and working by 730 am. He completed the job in three days. On top of completing beautiful work, he was conscientious and respectful of the area surrounding where he was working. He completed a MAJOR construction project at my home, yet there was not a single blade of grass moved out of place. His attention to detail was remarkable. I am incredibly happy with the final result and my experience of working with Tony and AM Masonry. I would encourage you to contact him and work with him for any of your masonry needs."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Olsen Tuckpointing Co
4.8(
112
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1964

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Olsen Tuckpointing Company did a brilliant job of cleaning & tuckpointing our 91-year-old brick bungalow. We are delighted with the results and highly recommend Olsen if you need any kind of brickwork done. It wasn't a huge job, but with the home being as old as it is, we were concerned about getting it done right. The brick exterior had quite a few old mortar patches and some washed-out sections, and over the years the walls had collected a wide assortment of paint stains, hardware hangers and old screw holes. The textured, tan brick also looked pretty dingy, although we weren't sure how much was the original color and how much might be accumulated dirt. The attached pictures show the after & before of dull brown bricks cleaned to a warm, clean gold. I didn't take closeups of the repairs, but I am impressed by how seamlessly the new work blends in with the older mortar. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, prompt, and professional, and I have only good things to say about them all. The estimator was able to come out quickly after the initial contact, he did a comprehensive walk-though, and he provided a clear, reasonable, and detailed estimate in a timely fashion--along with an explanation of the whole process from start to finish, so we would know what to expect. The office staff was great about getting things scheduled and making sure we knew when the crews would be showing up, the crews introduced themselves on arrival, and they were all friendly, careful, and incredibly skilled. We are 100% pleased as can be & will certainly be calling Olsen Tuckpointing when next we need any masonry work performed."
Before tuckpointing – note the cracked and missing mortar and stone.
After tuckpointing is complete.
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Chimney After
Chimney Before

+15

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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83 Masonry, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish I was very satisfied with 83 Masonry LLC. Estimating was detailed and easy to read. Work was performed accurately and efficiently. Work site was cleaned after job was complete. I would recommend 83 Masonry LLC."
Brick work on Starbucks
Masonry Arches
Restaurant stone veneer
Specialty Masonry
Kenosha brick work

+17

Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Atlas Restoration LLC
4.6(
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have a 100 yr old home that has a stone and brick foundation. The mortar has worn away around the base of the foundation and there is some cracking. Another company came out and said that they can't tell anything until they dig a trench along the entire length of the 25 ft wall 10 feet deep. This seemed a bit extreme since I have had no major issues other then the exterior sight problems. Atlas came out and surveyed the entire situation and felt at this time the foundation did not need to be disturbed. There were no major warning signs that merited further action other than some cosmetic tuck-pointing. I greatly appreciated their honest assessment since they benefited no further than this review, which I am glad to write."
Sump Pump Installation
Foundation Repair
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Sump Pump Installation
Crawl Space Encapsulation

+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chimney Restoration Map, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had them do masonry work on our exterior of our house and they did a great job blending new with old. They also put stainless steel liner and chimney cap on our fire place they were very thoural and clean."
Outdoor fireplace
Chimney Rebuild
Chimney Rebuild
Chimney Rebuild
Chimney Tuck Point

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Professional Concrete Inc
4.5(
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Extremely pleased with service and finished product. They showed up on time for the estimate and was the only contractor to return my call for an estimate. Quality of work was top notch and every step was explained to us in detail. I would highly recommend Professional Concrete to anybody who wants quality work"
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+5

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Real Seal LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Warranties offered

"Very professional from start to finish. We have an older home that has partial cinder block foundation. They were able to seal the problem areas and with recent heavy rainfalls, all dry! They sent me a video prior to the job to show us exactly how the process worked. Very happy and satisfied would definitely recommend Real Seal!"
Before and After Crack Repair
I Beam Supports
Polyjacking in Darien
Our Carbon Fiber Straps Repair Before, During, and After
Crack repaired with Carbon Fiber Staples

+39

Response time10 hrs
298 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
1,514
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Serving Bully valley, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project went very well. The crew was prompt, courteous and very friendly. Everything was completed to my liking with minimal damage to my lawn for all the trenching that was done.The crew cleaned and tidied up all areas were work was done. I’ve used PermaSeal for multiple projects over the past 10 years and have pleased with results every time."
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Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home’s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home’s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe. 

The United States Postal Service (USPS) recommends placing a mailbox 6 inches to 8 inches back from the curb. If your lot is unusual, speak with town authorities or the local post office to determine the correct placement.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

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