Top-rated masons.

Get matched with top masons in Forestdale, MA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your masonry work project in Forestdale, MA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY FORESTDALE, MA HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.5
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon70
    Verified masonry services reviews

Find Masons in Forestdale

Avatar for Inner Boston Masonry & Construction, Corp.
Inner Boston Masonry & Construction, Corp.
5.0(
43
)
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingConcrete Foundation - Repair+4 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Inner Boston Masonry & Construction to repair/ rebuild our chimney and we are so happy we did! We are completely satisfied with the excellent work that Mark and his crew did. They were at our home when scheduled and were very professional, neat and polite. We highly recommend Inner Boston Masonry & Construction to anyone in need of chimney work."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
4.8(
43
)
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"It was following a storm. I had one tree down and 3 other large portions of trees down. They came, surveyed the needs, gave me a price, and came when they were able. They have been doing my fall clean up for a number of years. I did not know they also do tree removal. I am very happy with their work."
Response time2 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
4.9(
47
)
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Desouza Landscaping and Tree Service 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.

Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Asphalt Solutions Enterprises
Asphalt Solutions Enterprises
4.5(
51
)
Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+2 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Asphalt Solutions did an excellent job! They provided a free on-sight quote, which helps greatly with budgeting the project. The final project looks great, so much so that several neighbors hired them on the spot! Thanks for every Drew, it was a pleasure doing business with you. ~Eric"
Our work
Response time3 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Robert Home & Yard Improvement
Robert Home & Yard Improvement
4.8(
33
)
Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert and his crew are very nice, honest and friendly people that really seemed to care about my project - in this case new wood stairs - and I think what they built it came out great."
Deck stain
Deck stain
House painted
House painted
Patio in Harwich

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Key Waterproofing Construction
Key Waterproofing Construction
4.6(
229
)
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+1 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Masonry work was above our expectations. Rick recommended a solution better than those of two competitive bidders, and Wendel's crew was in place and working 36 hours after the hire--which was remarkable. Good price, too. The work dovetailed, in structure and scheduling, with the work of our staircase carpenters. Overall very positive, but I would suggest better postwork cleanup including a more complete removal of unused materials (e.g. a giant sheet of plywood left behind)."
Response time12 hrs
83 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 263
Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the type of masonry materials used. Homes generally have a higher resale value when they have brick siding, and brick is also easier to maintain (and lasts longer) than other types of siding, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.

Just keep in mind, however, that although brick can up the asking price when you sell your house, the cost to brick a house is also more expensive than other typical siding costs—so you’ll invest more in the project.

Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

Solid brick structures can last a century or more, potentially 100 to 150 years with proper maintenance like tuckpointing. Without major repairs, classic red bricks may last 20 to 40 years. Brick veneer siding is also a long-lasting material, with a lifespan ranging from 50 to 100 years, provided it is properly installed and maintained. To maintain brick veneer, you should scrub it annually with a special detergent and a soft-bristled broom. It's also important to inspect the bricks and mortar regularly and hire a masonry contractor for any necessary repairs, such as fixing worn mortar or bowing bricks.

The Forestdale, MA homeowners’ guide to masonry services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.