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Avatar for JC & Son Masonry Inc
JC & Son Masonry Inc
4.6(
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Serving Niles, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Our building needed some tuckpointing/sealant applied and the result couldn't have been better. Greg was our main contact and was excellent to work with. He came out on time whenever we needed him and was very responsive as the job progressed. He and his staff were true professionals from start to finish, cleaning up after themselves every step of the way. Would highly recommend JC and Son Masonry to anyone! Thanks again."
Response time6 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JPL Masonry
4.9(
38
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Serving Niles, 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
Avatar for EB Masonry, Concrete & Deck Specialists
EB Masonry, Concrete & Deck Specialists
4.7(
90
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Serving Niles, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I and my condo building had a great experience with E&B Masonry. We had various leaks through our masonry exterior walls, and E&B were very knowledgeable in diagnosing the problem and how to address it. Their price was very fair for the amount and the quality of their work. They were attentive and thorough during the whole process, even addressing details that I hadn't even thought to ask about."
This is a gut and rehab combination of green siding and sand contrast color in stone and soffits
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Custom kitchen with gray countertop
Masonry work in progress
Finished facade for this two story home build by our firm

+97

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Olsen Tuckpointing Co
4.8(
112
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Serving Niles, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1964

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Another outstanding job by Olsen. We requested and received a proposal last fall for work to be done. Proposal was easy to understand, covered all work wanted and provided on very timely basis. Early spring they delivered brick samples for our approval and began work a few days later. Work was preformed very quickly, very professionally and of the best quality. They thoroughly cleaned up each day and after completion. We strongly recommend Olsen to everyone needing masonry work. Another satisfied customer, again."
Before tuckpointing – note the cracked and missing mortar and stone.
After tuckpointing is complete.
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Chimney Before

+15

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Chaffee Construction, Inc.
4.7(
149
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Serving Niles, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott Chaffee and his team did great work on my brick fence. He was prompt and communicative throughout the process. While I did not solicit a ton of bids for this particular job, Scott's quote was dramatically lower than the other bid I got (less than half). The work was just completed this week and it looks great. I will happily hire Scott again the next time I need masonry work done."
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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AAA-1 Masonry & Tuckpointing Inc
4.1(
298
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Serving Niles, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Can't say enough good things about our experience with AAA-1 Masonry & Tuckpointing. We had two holding walls with brick that was deteriorating. They power washed to identify which bricks needed to be removed and swapped out those bricks with new ones. In addition they replaced the capstones on the two walls with larger capstones to provide the walls more protection from the elements. Everything was sealed and completed flawlessly. The crew was experienced and professional. Since the work was done this summer, our walls don't even get wet from rain! We are so grateful for the expert repair but also the guidance that replacing the capstones would provide more of a long term solution. Highly recommend these guys for your masonry needs."
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Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Touchstone Group Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
28
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Serving Niles, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Touchstone was great to work with from beginning to completion. Reliable communication, detailed estimates and flexible for scheduling and breaking down large jobs into manageable chunks. Professional crew who worked fast and cleaned up everything when they were done each day."
window lintel replacement
window lintel replacement
Chimney repair
Chimney repair
window beam repair

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Edmar Corporation
4.5(
25
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Serving Niles, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I just hired Edmar to replace a glass block window in our brick house with a more modern double hung window, and they did a great job! I've also hired them in the past to rebuild our parapet and replace other old windows and the work is always great. They're easy to coordinate schedules with and the quality of work is top notch. I'll definitely be hiring them again for any future masonry projects."
Tuckpointing and Repointing
Lintel Replacement
Chimney Rebuilding and Repair
Chimney Rebuilding and Repair
Parapet Wall Rebuilding and Repair

+38

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Terrace Masonry, Inc.
4.0(
94
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Serving Niles, 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."
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Garage With Arch
Back Entrance To Home
Added Gable
 chimney under const.

+54

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Mortar is a mixture of sand and cement that binds materials, such as bricks, stones, and concrete blocks, together. Think of it as the glue that fills in the gaps between bricks and stones, then seals them in place to prevent damage or deterioration. Mortar also helps spread the load across a wall or structure, keeping cracks and shifting at bay.

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.

Dekton is worth the money for homeowners who want a nonporous countertop that resists heat, stains, water, scratches, and UV damage. It comes in a wide array of colors and patterns at various price points to suit different renovation budgets. Dekton is not worth the cost for homeowners who are particularly worried about chipping or cracking.

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.

The white stains you see on your bricks are likely efflorescence, which is salt and lime buildup. To remove efflorescence stains, simply brush them away with a stiff brush. For larger, more stubborn stains, scrub the stains with a water-detergent solution.

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