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Chaffee Construction, Inc.
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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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
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Monster Masonry, Inc.
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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SCOPE OF WORK: New construction, renovation, and maintenance of brick, stone, glass block, and concrete block.\n\nMONSTER MASONRY, INC. is a family owned business providing quality work at a fair price in both residential and commercial markets. We specialize in all types of brick and stone work including new construction and renovation of homes, walls, chimneys, fireplaces, piers, and mailboxes. We do an excellent job of brick matching for additions and renovation work. Our eye for stone placement is unmatched. We also provide glass block window installation, tuckpointing and caulking services. If your job includes brick, stone, brick repairs or replacement, tuckpointing, limestone, or glass block give us a call. *****WE DO NOT do chimney sweeping, gas line repairs, paving stones for driveways, patios, or sidewalks, drystack stones, or man made/artificial stone "look" materials. SUGGESTION: For gas line repairs call a plumber & patio paving bricks contact a landscaper.

Custom Built Home
Brick Garden Wall
Stone Entryway, stairs, walls, walk, and fireplace
Custom Brick home
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lenting Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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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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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EMERALD BLOOM LANDSCAPING
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their service, skills, and attention to the job were way beyond what I thought possible. The owner Frank really knows his stuff, and he made the whole job a lot easier. Frank will be my go-to-guy for landscaping for as long as he's around."
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Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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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."
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Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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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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Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Fire It Up Chimney Services
4.4(
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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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
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Chicago Chimney Service
4.9(
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with their service. Mario and his crew showed up on time, fixed up my chimney and left everything clean. They were even able to take care of some tuckpointing on my stone foundation while there were there."
Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Everseal Basement, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Manhattan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Used Everseal to install drain tile in our basement. Excellent standard of work and customer service. Great value for money. Very happy with the work performed."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The cost of masonry work varies widely depending on the type of masonry along with common cost factors like size, complexity, location, and season. Most exterior masonry work done in freezing temperatures tends to cost more because of the preparation and protection involved to keep the masonry from freezing before the mortar cures properly. The average price ranges per project or square foot for different types of masonry include:

  • Brick wall (fence, garden wall, etc.): $10–$45 per square foot

  • Natural stone wall: $40–$110 per square foot

  • Manufactured stone veneer: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Brick home exterior: $10–$30 per square foot

  • Brick siding: $3–$10 per square foot

  • Stone siding: $35–$50 per square foot

  • Brick step replacement: $20–$30 per square foot

  • Brick wall repair: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Chimney repairs: $160–$750 per project

  • Tuckpointing: $5–$25 per square foot

Yes, you can paint stone on the exterior of a house. It’s important to properly prep the stone by cleaning off dirt and debris. You’ll want to apply at least two coats of paint to get the most even and complete coverage. Any pinholes or missed spots, however small, can allow moisture to get into the masonry and potentially cause the paint to blister and peel from the stone.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

  • Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings

  • Freestanding stone or brick walls

  • Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces

  • Cement block basement or crawl space walls

The material you use depends on how hard-wearing your steps need to be and what you want them to look like. The most common stone for exterior steps is bluestone. It’s hard-wearing and durable, and bluestone steps cost between $15 and $30 per linear foot. Limestone is also a popular option and is mid-range, costing $25 to $50 per linear foot. You should always consider the specific requirements of your project before ordering any materials.

In some cases, black stains on brick are caused by organic substances like algae and mold. However, it's more likely that the black spots you're noticing on your bricks come from carbon from vehicle exhaust or soot. Black stains can usually be removed by scrubbing the brick with a brush and masonry cleaner or power washing.

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