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JPL Masonry
4.9(
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan completely rebuilt our chimney to perfection and we are looking forward to having him do another project for us. Jon was great to work with, great communication, always kept us informed, very friendly and reasonably priced. We highly recommend him!"
Fireplace
Fireplace
Fireplace
Fireplace
Fireplace

+54

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Chaffee Construction, Inc.
4.7(
149
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott called right away and we set up an appointment for an estimate for the requested work. I needed repairs to my chimney, clean-up from another tuck-pointing project and advice on bricking around my top bedroom windows. The communication was excellent and the job was done quickly and professionally. They had to match the older bricks on the chimney and they did a great job. I highly recommend them!"
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Terrace Masonry, Inc.
4.0(
94
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I had a new cap, the top six courses of brick replaced, and the rest tuck-pointed on my fireplace chimney. The chimney looks new, the worksite looks as though they were never here. Hardworking, respectable guys who would always take time to answer questions. Beautiful work at a very reasonable price. Highly recommended."
Random Stone Style
Garage With Arch
Back Entrance To Home
Added Gable
 chimney under const.

+54

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Chuy's Tuckpointing & Restoration, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If ever you need masonry repairs, call Chuy. The price was competitive, quick, and expertly done. Thank you, Chuy and Rocio. We couldn't be more pleased."
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing

+13

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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CAS Construction
4.9(
10
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding experience with CAS Construction! Carlos and his crew did an awesome job renovating the back entrance of my home! Rotted brick pillar at head of the back entrance stairs was removed and a new perfect brick pillar was built and installed. They repaired all the imperfections in the surrounding concrete, sanded, power washed, and carefully applied the paint finish. The tuckpointing, caulking perimeter of the entire house, and the similar work in the other areas that needed repair and improvement, all done with minimal mess and no stress! From start to finish, Carlos was very knowledgeable and patient with all my questions. As was Iris, owner, CAS Construction. She was always available to provide answers promptly when I had additional questions. Without hesitation, highly recommend for excellent work, their dedication to customer satisfaction, and exceptional service!"
Remodeling - General Project
Handymen Project
Parapet Rebuilt
Chimney Demolition Before
Chimney Demolition After

+6

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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83 Masonry, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with 83 Masonry was EXCELLENT! We hired them to tuck-point and partially rebuild our two chimneys. They started the project on time and showed up everyday ahead of time. We have new roof and AC, so before they started any work, they have protected the roof and build protection canopy over the AC to make sure nothing would get damaged. Very professional, knowledgeable, punctual and safe. Not only were the chimneys fixed, they improved the look of the house. We are EXTREMELY happy with the craftsmanship and we would recommend them for any type of masonry work."
Brick work on Starbucks
Masonry Arches
Restaurant stone veneer
Specialty Masonry
Kenosha brick work

+17

Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FPG Chimney & Masonry
5.0(
41
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Owner and crew were all extremely hardworking in removing and replacing top 20+ rows of chimney bricks and top mantle. They did a great job of cleaning the work site at the end of each day - very neat workers. Work was completed in a very timely manner as weather permitted. Would definitely recommend them for any similar work."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlas Restoration LLC
4.6(
205
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Crews were professional and thorough. Proposals could be faster for additional work. Otherwise, administrative and management follow-up was very good."
Sump Pump Installation
Foundation Repair
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Sump Pump Installation
Crawl Space Encapsulation

+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.

When painting brick, each application method has pros and cons. Spraying is much faster but may not penetrate the porous surface of the bricks. Rolling is effective for getting paint into the bricks but doesn't work as well on the mortar. Brushing is very time-consuming and also won't penetrate beyond the surface. For the best results, a combination of spraying and rolling is often recommended. If you use a roller, choose a thick option (at least a half-inch) and ensure the paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage.

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.

Yes! Hot glue is an excellent—and temporary—way to spread holiday cheer with Christmas lights without damaging your brick exterior.

Brick is the closest choice when seeking to capture the timeless look of stone with a more practical and budget-friendly option. When comparing stone versus brick siding, the price range of $200,000 to $400,000 for average brick home construction is dramatically lower compared to the cost of building a stone home. If you'd like to keep the stone aesthetic without the cost, stone veneer and manufactured stone are both less expensive than real stone.

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