What’s the difference between masonry and concrete?

<div><p>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. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-concrete.htm">Types of concrete</a> applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.</p></div>

How much does masonry work cost?

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

What does a mason do?

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

Why is masonry work so expensive?

<div><p>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.</p></div>

What are different types of masonry?

<div><p>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.</p></div>

Top 10 Best Masons in East Longmeadow, MA

ALL AMERICAN MASONRY AND SWEEPS

ALL AMERICAN MASONRY AND SWEEPS

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

98 local quotes requested

All American Masonry & Sweeps is your veteran owned Masonry company, operating since 1994. From chimney sweeping to relining to complete restoration, from brick walls to walkways to patios, we offer the highest skill and craftsmanship at the most competitive rates. Our reputation is based on trust and client satisfaction. In fact, we pride ourselves on our full range of masonry services in Western and Central MA, along with North Western Connecticut.

"Did a very thorough job and cleaned everything up at the end."

Mike M on May 2025

All American Masonry & Sweeps is your veteran owned Masonry company, operating since 1994. From chimney sweeping to relining to complete restoration, from brick walls to walkways to patios, we offer the highest skill and craftsmanship at the most competitive rates. Our reputation is based on trust and client satisfaction. In fact, we pride ourselves on our full range of masonry services in Western and Central MA, along with North Western Connecticut.

"Did a very thorough job and cleaned everything up at the end."

Mike M on May 2025

Customers say: Quality work

13 local quotes requested

4 years of experience

🔨 Republic Masonry 🧱 Specializing in Chimney Repairs and Interior/Exterior Repointing, Patio Installations and More 📞 Call Henry at 413-276-8322 to schedule your free consultation. Fully Licensed & Insured

"Henry did a great job he even repaired some cracks which were not originally priced out. I am very pleased with the work he did."

Maurice N on August 2025

🔨 Republic Masonry 🧱 Specializing in Chimney Repairs and Interior/Exterior Repointing, Patio Installations and More 📞 Call Henry at 413-276-8322 to schedule your free consultation. Fully Licensed & Insured

"Henry did a great job he even repaired some cracks which were not originally priced out. I am very pleased with the work he did."

Maurice N on August 2025

Budget Dry Waterproofing, Inc.

Budget Dry Waterproofing, Inc.

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

196 local quotes requested

Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.

"Cayden and Rick installed a new bulkhead. They were prompt, courteous and hard working "

Tom E on July 2025

Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.

"Cayden and Rick installed a new bulkhead. They were prompt, courteous and hard working "

Tom E on July 2025

Eastern Waterproofing Co., Inc.

Eastern Waterproofing Co., Inc.

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

43 local quotes requested

In an attempt to get back to all the people who have recently contacted us, we're providing email addresses of [email protected] and [email protected]. PLEASE USE EMAIL WHENEVER POSSIBLE! We have gotten inundated with phone calls and apologize that we may have not gotten back to you in a timely fashion, as normal. We pride ourselves on quick response times but the recent rains have caused an unprecedented backlog in calls to our office. We are doing our best to work through it. In the meantime, please, try emailing DESCRIBING YOUR ISSUE, your AVAILABILITY DURING A TYPICAL WEEK and YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS AND PHONE # AND SEND RELEVANT PICTURES, IF POSSIBLE! We will do our best to respond ASAP as we work through our call backlog. *If a requested appointment time is not confirmed through our office it is NOT scheduled with our team! Thank you for your patience and understanding!

"Everyone was really good to work with at the beginning of the waterproofing to the very end. No complains about the completed Job. I have yet to see the system work because we just have not had Heavy rain over a Long period of time."

Stephen M on July 2024

In an attempt to get back to all the people who have recently contacted us, we're providing email addresses of [email protected] and [email protected]. PLEASE USE EMAIL WHENEVER POSSIBLE! We have gotten inundated with phone calls and apologize that we may have not gotten back to you in a timely fashion, as normal. We pride ourselves on quick response times but the recent rains have caused an unprecedented backlog in calls to our office. We are doing our best to work through it. In the meantime, please, try emailing DESCRIBING YOUR ISSUE, your AVAILABILITY DURING A TYPICAL WEEK and YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS AND PHONE # AND SEND RELEVANT PICTURES, IF POSSIBLE! We will do our best to respond ASAP as we work through our call backlog. *If a requested appointment time is not confirmed through our office it is NOT scheduled with our team! Thank you for your patience and understanding!

"Everyone was really good to work with at the beginning of the waterproofing to the very end. No complains about the completed Job. I have yet to see the system work because we just have not had Heavy rain over a Long period of time."

Stephen M on July 2024

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

38 local quotes requested

Valley Excavating 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.

"These guys are great! Easy to contact, quick and efficient, they know their stuff. And they are friendly! All in all a project I was dreading turned out to be fun. I will most likely hire them again."

Phyllis B on July 2025

Valley Excavating 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.

"These guys are great! Easy to contact, quick and efficient, they know their stuff. And they are friendly! All in all a project I was dreading turned out to be fun. I will most likely hire them again."

Phyllis B on July 2025

DryZone Basement Systems, Inc.

DryZone Basement Systems, Inc.

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

27 local quotes requested

DryZone Basement Systems, Inc., is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, as well as sump pump installation. We offer free estimates for property owners across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The company is a trusted and valued member of the Basement Systems network and upholds the high standards of the company. DryZone Basement Systems, Inc., thoroughly trains their staff and experts for crawl space and basement waterproofing at the Basement Systems, Inc., corporate headquarters in Connecticut and always offers a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

"The system was installed so that the pipes were pitched away from the sump, the pipe from the sump outside leaked back into the basement, and the exterior drain wasnt dug to grade so water backed up towards the house. When contacted about the issue, dryzone sent out a tech who confirmed every issue. The company then refused to fix anything without a second opinion. A month after I filed a chargeback, the GM called to "apologize", and made it sound like he wouldnt contest the chargeback, but offered no remedy to the situation. He then contested the chargeback and lied on the chargeback rebuttal. Eventually they settled for a partial refund. Terrible company, dont recommend."

Andrew R on January 2024

DryZone Basement Systems, Inc., is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, as well as sump pump installation. We offer free estimates for property owners across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The company is a trusted and valued member of the Basement Systems network and upholds the high standards of the company. DryZone Basement Systems, Inc., thoroughly trains their staff and experts for crawl space and basement waterproofing at the Basement Systems, Inc., corporate headquarters in Connecticut and always offers a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

"The system was installed so that the pipes were pitched away from the sump, the pipe from the sump outside leaked back into the basement, and the exterior drain wasnt dug to grade so water backed up towards the house. When contacted about the issue, dryzone sent out a tech who confirmed every issue. The company then refused to fix anything without a second opinion. A month after I filed a chargeback, the GM called to "apologize", and made it sound like he wouldnt contest the chargeback, but offered no remedy to the situation. He then contested the chargeback and lied on the chargeback rebuttal. Eventually they settled for a partial refund. Terrible company, dont recommend."

Andrew R on January 2024

Advanced Seamless Gutters

Advanced Seamless Gutters

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

362 local quotes requested

Advanced Basement Waterproofing, LLC. and Advanced Seamless Gutters, Inc. have been the leading basement waterproofing and gutter installation company in Western Massachusetts, Connecticut and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We have installed over 200,000 gutters throughout the area and we have remained a trusted installer with an A+ Better Business Bureau ranking.

"My crew, Joe, Vlad Jr, Nat and supervisor Vlad did an excellent job installing the gutter covers and the zinc strip. They went beyond what I expected. I no longer have to worry about cleaning out my gutters . They treated me like I was their grandmother. So much respect. So polite.. Such sweet men. They did a great job cleaning up afterwards. Thank you guys. Denise Fournier"

DENISE F on November 2024

Advanced Basement Waterproofing, LLC. and Advanced Seamless Gutters, Inc. have been the leading basement waterproofing and gutter installation company in Western Massachusetts, Connecticut and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We have installed over 200,000 gutters throughout the area and we have remained a trusted installer with an A+ Better Business Bureau ranking.

"My crew, Joe, Vlad Jr, Nat and supervisor Vlad did an excellent job installing the gutter covers and the zinc strip. They went beyond what I expected. I no longer have to worry about cleaning out my gutters . They treated me like I was their grandmother. So much respect. So polite.. Such sweet men. They did a great job cleaning up afterwards. Thank you guys. Denise Fournier"

DENISE F on November 2024

Intelligent Masonry & Construction Inc.

200 Rivers Edge Drive, Suite 720

Intelligent Masonry & Construction Inc.

200 Rivers Edge Drive, Suite 720

56 local quotes requested

14 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project or task. We look forward to earning your business!

"I was very pleased with this contractor. I tried 3 other contractors, and they were busy, and could not repair my step. I called on Thursday, and Ai had step reed by end of day Friday. The owner Bernard was very thorough and explained the job in detail The young man who actually repaired the step did an outstanding job, he was very meticulous. During the afternoon the owner noticed that the chimney did not look good near the top. He took a ladder went on the roof to check it, and he found pieces of stone fell off. I really appreciate that he did that, as I had no idea there was a problem. Bernard really pays attention to each detail, and makes sure that the job he does is perfect. He also put off completing another project, so he could complete mine. He also has a warranty that if something happens to the repair, he will fix it. Thank you very much Roxann "

Roxann C on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project or task. We look forward to earning your business!

"I was very pleased with this contractor. I tried 3 other contractors, and they were busy, and could not repair my step. I called on Thursday, and Ai had step reed by end of day Friday. The owner Bernard was very thorough and explained the job in detail The young man who actually repaired the step did an outstanding job, he was very meticulous. During the afternoon the owner noticed that the chimney did not look good near the top. He took a ladder went on the roof to check it, and he found pieces of stone fell off. I really appreciate that he did that, as I had no idea there was a problem. Bernard really pays attention to each detail, and makes sure that the job he does is perfect. He also put off completing another project, so he could complete mine. He also has a warranty that if something happens to the repair, he will fix it. Thank you very much Roxann "

Roxann C on August 2025

Bradford Home Services

145 S. Main St

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Bradford Home Services

145 S. Main St

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1 years of experience

Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!

Northern Trade

112R Cold Hill Rd, Granby MA 01033

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Northern Trade

112R Cold Hill Rd, Granby MA 01033

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Free onsite estimate

Do you need to get a chimney cleaning, chimney repointing, or chimney repair service for your home? Our professional and extremely experienced team at Northern Trade is here to help you with everything that has to do with a chimney sweep and care. Our services also include chimney construction, inspection, waterproofing, masonry services, and a lot more. Our chimney service team has extensive knowledge and experience in chimney care. We are licensed and insured and can handle any size job and are standing by for emergencies. No matter what the location you can trust us to be your go to one stop shop. Call Northern Trade today to schedule an appointment to get your chimney fireside ready.