Providing quality, professional services for years, our work and your total satisfaction are guaranteed. Our many years of industry experience reflects in everything we do. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Nice guy, no issues. I am happy with the work. Price was in-line with other quotes."
Guy C on April 2025
Providing quality, professional services for years, our work and your total satisfaction are guaranteed. Our many years of industry experience reflects in everything we do. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Nice guy, no issues. I am happy with the work. Price was in-line with other quotes."
Guy C on April 2025
CHIMNEY INSPECTIONS LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 WE DO NOT SERVICE GAS FIREPLACES Chimney Rebuilds When deterioration of the chimney reaches the point of no return, the solution is a tear-down and rebuild. A partial chimney rebuild can be done in cases where a portion of the structure is salvageable. All rebuilds include installation of a new concrete chimney crown. Chimney Liners Chimney liners provide an extra layer of protection between the chimney wall and your home. This additional protection is critical, as defects commonly appear in the chimney wall, beginning a process that gradually erodes the chimney. As the chimney wall gives way to deterioration, the potential arises for the infiltration of smoke and gases into your home, as well as damage
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Megan M on September 2024
CHIMNEY INSPECTIONS LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 WE DO NOT SERVICE GAS FIREPLACES Chimney Rebuilds When deterioration of the chimney reaches the point of no return, the solution is a tear-down and rebuild. A partial chimney rebuild can be done in cases where a portion of the structure is salvageable. All rebuilds include installation of a new concrete chimney crown. Chimney Liners Chimney liners provide an extra layer of protection between the chimney wall and your home. This additional protection is critical, as defects commonly appear in the chimney wall, beginning a process that gradually erodes the chimney. As the chimney wall gives way to deterioration, the potential arises for the infiltration of smoke and gases into your home, as well as damage
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Megan M on September 2024
Welcome to Absolute Masonry, LLC we are the premier professional masonry company offering top notch service. We specialize in chimney rock facing repair of the interior and exterior as well new construction. We specialize in brick mortar and stone. We strictly specialize in the masonry end of things. **Please NOTE: We do NOT work with any Gas Inserts or Electrical Issues of any kind. We don't repair/change Glass Doors on the Fireplace and we don't work with Fans or Exhaust.** Please give us a call today and schedule an appointment!
"Very responsive and easy to work with! They do excellent work and I was highly impressed qith the outcome of my project!"
Jordan S on April 2025
Welcome to Absolute Masonry, LLC we are the premier professional masonry company offering top notch service. We specialize in chimney rock facing repair of the interior and exterior as well new construction. We specialize in brick mortar and stone. We strictly specialize in the masonry end of things. **Please NOTE: We do NOT work with any Gas Inserts or Electrical Issues of any kind. We don't repair/change Glass Doors on the Fireplace and we don't work with Fans or Exhaust.** Please give us a call today and schedule an appointment!
"Very responsive and easy to work with! They do excellent work and I was highly impressed qith the outcome of my project!"
Jordan S on April 2025
Severson Masonry, LLC 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.
"timely, reasonable price and excellent work"
Paul G on May 2023
Severson Masonry, LLC 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.
"timely, reasonable price and excellent work"
Paul G on May 2023
Golden Stones Masonry 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.
"Tried to charge me for work not performed. I had to have them come back to finish the job."
Dennis L on November 2024
Golden Stones Masonry 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.
"Tried to charge me for work not performed. I had to have them come back to finish the job."
Dennis L on November 2024
Thank you for choosing Empire Stone Masonry. We are a local, family owned company that has been taking care of our customer's stone and brick work for many years. We have over 20 plus years of masonry experience and specialize in stone work and chimneys and concrete flatwork. Change the look of your home and increase it's value and curb appeal by adding stone siding or that new driveway or patio. Chimney problems after our harsh Minnesota winters? We can take care of that. Always wanted to update that tired fireplace? Make it a work of art by using contemporary stone instead.
"Jason and Matt plus their crew placed stonework on the bottom half of our house and laid the patio pavers. Showed up on time, did great work, really added value to our house. We loved spending time on the new patio last summer and looking forward to this coming summer. Make them some brownies and cookies and there will be no problems."
Cindy R on February 2025
Thank you for choosing Empire Stone Masonry. We are a local, family owned company that has been taking care of our customer's stone and brick work for many years. We have over 20 plus years of masonry experience and specialize in stone work and chimneys and concrete flatwork. Change the look of your home and increase it's value and curb appeal by adding stone siding or that new driveway or patio. Chimney problems after our harsh Minnesota winters? We can take care of that. Always wanted to update that tired fireplace? Make it a work of art by using contemporary stone instead.
"Jason and Matt plus their crew placed stonework on the bottom half of our house and laid the patio pavers. Showed up on time, did great work, really added value to our house. We loved spending time on the new patio last summer and looking forward to this coming summer. Make them some brownies and cookies and there will be no problems."
Cindy R on February 2025
Welcome to Brickmasters LLC! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!
Welcome to Brickmasters LLC! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!
Patraw & Sons Masonary LLC, 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.
Patraw & Sons Masonary LLC, 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.
We specialize in hardscape design/build installations performed for thousand of customers since 1978. They trust us, have confidence in us and know we have the experience to expertly complete the project! We can help you with complete landscape renovations or new home landscaping. We are a full service design/build construction landscape company providing services that include retaining walls, paver & natural stone patios, walkways and driveways. Fire features, outdoor kitchens, seating benches , stone columns, plantings, pool removals/pool hardscape & landscape, shoreline renovations and more! Our facility is located in Minnetonka and is staffed daily Monday through Friday to assist you. On site estimates are scheduled at your home with the owners of L&R to accurately identify your landscape needs, wants and challenges. You will receive a documented proposal that identifies various application costs and a design may be created for your review depending upon the scope and scale of the project. We have the desire, skills, knowledge, and ability to do it all. We are experts in managing the installation process, ensuring that your landscaping project is a positive experience and is completed with outstanding results! Please let us know how we can help you!
"They were great to work with - professional, consultative, and detail-oriented. We are very happy with the work."
Sean K on September 2024
We specialize in hardscape design/build installations performed for thousand of customers since 1978. They trust us, have confidence in us and know we have the experience to expertly complete the project! We can help you with complete landscape renovations or new home landscaping. We are a full service design/build construction landscape company providing services that include retaining walls, paver & natural stone patios, walkways and driveways. Fire features, outdoor kitchens, seating benches , stone columns, plantings, pool removals/pool hardscape & landscape, shoreline renovations and more! Our facility is located in Minnetonka and is staffed daily Monday through Friday to assist you. On site estimates are scheduled at your home with the owners of L&R to accurately identify your landscape needs, wants and challenges. You will receive a documented proposal that identifies various application costs and a design may be created for your review depending upon the scope and scale of the project. We have the desire, skills, knowledge, and ability to do it all. We are experts in managing the installation process, ensuring that your landscaping project is a positive experience and is completed with outstanding results! Please let us know how we can help you!
"They were great to work with - professional, consultative, and detail-oriented. We are very happy with the work."
Sean K on September 2024
In business since 1972 and specializing in smaller scale work. Free Estimates. No subs. Cost determined by job. Leave a message on machine.
"Excellent job, great attention to detail, very responsive and timely, great care of my property while working, and very reasonably priced. Can't say enough good things about working with Robert. Tuck pointed my entire house."
Cathy D on September 2023
In business since 1972 and specializing in smaller scale work. Free Estimates. No subs. Cost determined by job. Leave a message on machine.
"Excellent job, great attention to detail, very responsive and timely, great care of my property while working, and very reasonably priced. Can't say enough good things about working with Robert. Tuck pointed my entire house."
Cathy D on September 2023
Minor hairline cracks in mortar are normal as bricks settle over time. However, deep vertical cracks that widen, stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, or extensive horizontal fissures may indicate potential foundation issues. Since mortar doesn't last as long as brick—which can endure for over a century with proper maintenance—it's important to have any concerning cracks inspected by a mason to ensure your home's structural integrity.
Cleaning mortar off bricks removes old stains and debris, ensuring that new mortar adheres properly and lasts longer. Eliminating dust, moss, and lichen helps achieve a strong bond during repointing or mortar application. Professionals typically use a wire brush or pressure washer to clean the surfaces, depending on the level of contamination. If bricks are being completely replaced, cleaning the old material isn't necessary.
With proper care, brick walls can last over 100 years. Regular maintenance, such as repointing mortar every 30 to 50 years, helps preserve the wall's durability and appearance. Consistent upkeep and routine inspections ensure your brick wall remains a strong and valuable part of your home for generations.
If you want to avoid the high expenses of full brick wall restoration, installing fiber cement siding is a viable alternative. Fiber cement siding offers lasting durability and low maintenance while enhancing energy efficiency. This option costs $2 to $6 per square foot and, when installed by a professional, protects against water damage and improves your home’s exterior appearance.