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Chaffee Construction, Inc.
4.7(
149
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chaffee did an excellent job on the masonry repair I needed. Had been looking for someone to repair concrete stone steps leading from 2 wide patio glass doors into my back yard. Work was perfect. Got a written quote which was very reasonable and project completed in 2 days. Result is stunning. Very professional! Would highly recommend them."
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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RCO Masonry and Restoration LLC
4.9(
19
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"RCO masonry did an excellent job of repairing my brick wall. They were quick to come estimate the product and did quality work. they offered things the other two companies i got estimates from didn't even mention. they an excellent job from start to finish. Ryan was great to work with."
Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
P.Z. Masonry Inc.
4.8(
6
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"P.Z Masonry has done work for me on multiple jobs and they have exceeded my expectations each and every time. They do quality work and are on time and on budget. I would highly recommend P.Z Masonry for your next masonry project."
Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Zandstra Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I worked with Dan of Zandstra Masonry on a brick mailbox project and he was professional throughout the entire project. The work was outstanding and most of our neighbors are considering doing the same thing. Fairly priced and completed within promised time frame. There was some confusion on payment terms, but Dan resolved it immediately. High integrity! Would use again for any masonry project."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lenting Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+3 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

With over 30 years of experience, Lenting Masonry Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today for your free estimate!

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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
1,518
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+3 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perma-Seal was out to insulate my attic this week and did an excellent job. David did a thorough inspection, explained everything, answered our questions, and even told us that we didn’t need certain work that we thought we needed. He was very honest, polite and personable, and gave us a fair quote with some options without being pushy. Luis and his crew began the work two days later. They were prompt, courteous, professional and knowledgeable. Luis explained how the project would be done and shared progress photos with me along the way. He even curtained off the area around the attic ladder to contain any waste and cleaned up everything perfectly. I would highly recommend Perma-Seal to anyone who is considering their services."
Thermal imaging
Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
4.5(
1,227
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"it went very well, technician call 30 minutes before their arrival, once they arrived they introduced themselves and got right to work. The inspection went well and the technician made sure to show me what they were seeing. After the inspection there was some work that needed to be done and was suggested. After seeing photographs and discussing with the technician, I choose to have some of the proposed work done. There was no pressure or hard sales pitch, just practical safety and maintenance issues. The work was able to be accomplished during the visit, and in addition an additional discount was provided. The technicians were knowledgeable, professional and did a nice job cleaning up after themselves. I will have them back to do a more thorough masonry inspection in the spring when there is not snow on the roof."
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+17

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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U.S. Waterproofing
4.2(
597
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1957

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wonderful company.  Came over and told me not to spend my money with
them but instead gave me a home tip on how to protect my foundation
myself.  Spent at least 15 minutes walking me through the steps. 
Incredibly professional and generous with their time.
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Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fire It Up Chimney Services
4.4(
87
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+2 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rob and his crew did a great job.. outside tuck pointing, crack repair, new damper, holes filled. Inside new mortar, smoke chamber fire proofed, new ceramic logs, silica, gas line. Showed us how to operate the new damper and light the fireplace. Perfect job."
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.

The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.

Yes, you can use a mixture of 1 tablespoon of bleach and a gallon of warm water to clean stubborn stains from brick. Do not use bleach without diluting it in water. Undiluted bleach may cause discoloration. You can use either Oxygen bleach such as OxiClean or chlorine bleach. Always wear protective gloves and eye protection when handling bleach.

Staining or painting brick isn’t something to do on a whim. Make sure you really want to live with stained brick, because once you apply the stain, it’s permanent. Sure, it will fade over time, but you can’t restore the brick to its natural tones after applying a stain or paint.

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

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