How much does masonry work cost?

<div>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:<ul><li>Brick wall (fence, garden wall, etc.): $10–$45 per square foot</li><li>Natural stone wall: $40–$110 per square foot</li><li>Manufactured stone veneer: $20–$40 per square foot</li><li><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-would-it-cost-remove-old-brick-and-brick-house.htm">Brick home exterior</a>: $10–$30 per square foot</li><li>Brick siding: $3–$10 per square foot</li><li><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stone-siding-cost.htm">Stone siding</a>: $35–$50 per square foot</li><li>Brick step replacement: $20–$30 per square foot</li><li>Brick wall repair: $20–$40 per square foot</li><li>Chimney repairs: $160–$750 per project</li><li>Tuckpointing: $5–$25 per square foot</li></ul></div>

What does a mason do?

<div>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:<ul><li>Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings</li><li>Freestanding stone or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/brick-wall-cost.htm">brick walls</a></li><li>Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces</li><li>Cement block basement or crawl space walls</li></ul></div>

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Last update on August 11, 2025

Reviewed in June 2023
Efrain and his team did a phenomenal job restoration the brick masonry on our homes foundation. I’d hire them in a heartbeat again.
E.G. Masonry
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Reviewed in January 2025
Veneer Building Stone was applied to our home foundation and surrounding front and back porches. Porch surfaces were overlaid with cement and a pattern was applied. A portion of the driveway apron was removed and new was installed to replace the damaged section, and the front sidewalk was...
Madison County Custom Concrete
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Reviewed in October 2011
Started off with just a fireplace and after I seen how good it looked i completely redid all my design to incorporate the sandstone into a lot of the outdoor design.From start to finish he never missed a beat and was a great man to have work for me I look foward to using him in the future.
Dennis Robinson Masonary
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Reviewed in November 2021
Easy as any construction job can go. Did a little extra that wasn't in the bid, to make me a happy customer. Great imagination on interior and exterior design. The work they have done looks great .
Building Maintenance and Restoration
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Reviewed in April 2020
Very unprofessional. Took 2 months to startr repair when my roof was covered with a tarp. They promised 2 to 3 weeks. They contracted inexperienced roofers for Owen's Corning. I was reassured by Kevin that I was getting a professional installation and upgraded corners They didn't complete the...
Hanlons Construction Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2014
I’m very happy with them. He's doing what he said he was going to do. I don't have any complaints.
MIMS CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in November 2012
Excellent job! They were able to match the new brick perfectly to the existing house brick which was 30 yrs old. You can't tell the difference. The workers are more like artists and definitely take pride in their workmanship and abilities. They showed me exactly what they planned to do and...
NAWKAW
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Reviewed in August 2010
For years, we had water coming into our chimney and downdrafts every time we built a fire. We didn't really know why this was happening, so we called three different companies to come look at our chimney. It turns out that the chimney crown was crumbling and that the chimney was actually built...
Zielinski Masonry & Construction Inc
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Roundcount Dozing & Excavating

Roundcount Dozing & Excavating

Customers say: Quick response

17 local quotes requested

9 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"did great job, better than expected"

Mark M on May 2025

"did great job, better than expected"

Mark M on May 2025

AccuLevel, Inc. - Rochelle

9495 North Waldron Road

AccuLevel, Inc. - Rochelle

9495 North Waldron Road

Customers say: Quality work

261 local quotes requested

29 years of experience

Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.

"Good communication and completion of work "

Taylor P on July 2025

"Good communication and completion of work "

Taylor P on July 2025

Wagner Construction

1605 Des Moines Street

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Wagner Construction

1605 Des Moines Street

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3 years of experience

We pride ourselves in providing construction services with honesty, integrity, fairness and respect. We are a family veteran owned company. Give us a call to get that long wanted project well on its way. No job too small and no job too big.

We are tuckpointing contractors based out of Quincy, IL. Our services include tuckpointing, waterproofing, chimney repair, and foundation repair.

Vincent's Concrete & Masonry

E Pleasant Ridge Ln

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Vincent's Concrete & Masonry

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Over 27 years of experience.

"The price seemed reasonable. They were timely and on schedule. Work was good. I would hire them again."

Virgil C on March 2018

Over 27 years of experience.

"The price seemed reasonable. They were timely and on schedule. Work was good. I would hire them again."

Virgil C on March 2018

12 years of experience

We are a locally owned company that is committed to creating only the best products that will be conveyed to our customers and their loved ones. From Headstones to Yard markers, and everything in between, let us help you create a lasting monument that is sure to show everyone that sees it how much you care. We also do laser etching on multiple surfaces, special sandblasting and on site work for our customers. We are centrally located and that allows us to give the customer cheaper prices at a higher quality.

Rod Nicholson & Sons Masonry

Unknown

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Rod Nicholson & Sons Masonry

Unknown

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20 years of experience

Rod Nicholson & Sons Masonry are experienced craftsman installing brick, stone and specialize in: chimney repair, repair foundation walls,stone work,stucco foundation walls,build fireplace inside and outside,pizza oven,patio work pour foundation, build step, handicap ramps.

38 years of experience

We are a full service roofing contractor serving the entire Chicagoland area since 1990 specializing in commercial & residential roof systems. We are so proud of being a family owned/operated company Call for free estimates same day guaranteed !

Solo Construction Inc.

320 Felicia Ct.

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Solo Construction Inc.

320 Felicia Ct.

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18 years of experience

Specializing in concrete work over 30 years of experience licensed and bonded family owned business.

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FAQs for projects in Quincy, IL

Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. Types of concrete applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.

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

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

Masonry work tends to be more expensive because the materials can be costly, such as natural stone and brick. Masonry is also very labor intensive, typically making up 50% or more of the final project cost. In addition, quality masonry work requires years of training and experience, as with any skilled trade.

Two types of masonry are veneer masonry and solid masonry. Veneer masonry is thin brick or stone material attached to the face of a building. With veneer masonry, the walls support the weight of the masonry products rather than the masonry being built on a concrete footing. Solid masonry is a wall or other brick or stone structure built on a concrete footing, and the masonry supports itself.