5 Best Masonry Contractors in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Chicago's harsh winters are hard on brick, and finding masonry contractors who match old mortar correctly instead of just patching over cracks matters more here than almost anywhere. Between the contractors below, review counts run from 58 up to 309, and every one holds a rating of 4.9 or higher, three at a perfect 5.0. Every one specialize in tuckpointing and chimney work, the two jobs that come up again and again in Chicago's aging brick housing stock.

Short answer: North Shore Masonry leads on scale with 309 reviews at 4.9, in business since 1978 with deep chimney and tuckpointing experience. Edgeway Masonry, Buildmax Design & Construction and Derek Masonry all hold perfect 5.0 ratings, each with detailed reviewer accounts of specific repair jobs.

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Chicago's masonry contractors, compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	North Shore Masonry	4.9 ★	309	Established chimney rebuilds and restoration	View ›
2	Edgeway Masonry Contractors	5.0 ★	88	Foundation-level water intrusion and porch repair	View ›
3	Buildmax Design & Construction Inc - Masonry Contractors Chicago	5.0 ★	70	Masonry as part of a larger renovation project	View ›
4	Ace Masonry and Tuckpointing	4.9 ★	65	Affordable emergency and high-elevation repairs	View ›
5	Derek Masonry Contractors & Tuckpointing	5.0 ★	58	Honest assessments that don't oversell the job	View ›

5 Best Masonry Contractors in Chicago (2026)

Our picks, by the job

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

North Shore Masonry

4.9309 Google reviews

North Shore Masonry has operated since 1978, specializing in brick, block and stone repair, chimney rebuilding and full masonry restoration across Chicago's greystones and two-flats. Reviewers describe multi-course chimney rebuilds with new caps and spot tuckpointing, praising the project manager's thorough estimate process and attention to detail. One detailed review notes a minor color-match issue on separate window caulking work, resolved after the fact but worth flagging.

What people praise

Longest operating history on this page, since 1978
Deepest review volume with a strong 4.9 rating
Named project managers consistently praised for thorough inspections
Handles both routine tuckpointing and full chimney rebuilds

Worth knowing

One detailed review describes a color-match issue on window caulking work that needed correction

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume309 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: A strong, established choice for chimney and masonry restoration given the scale of reviews, though if window caulking is part of the job, confirm color matching upfront.

Website +1847-864-5990 Directions

2111 N Kenmore Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Edgeway Masonry Contractors

5.088 Google reviews

Edgeway Masonry Contractors handles tuckpointing, brick repair and chimney work, with several reviewers describing foundation-level repointing that resolved basement water intrusion after heavy rain. One detailed review describes the owner personally walking the property and spotting a water-entry point near the foundation base that the homeowner hadn't noticed. It holds a perfect rating across every review on file.

What people praise

Perfect rating with detailed, consistent reviewer accounts
Owner personally inspects properties and identifies root causes
Reviewers confirm water intrusion problems fully resolved after repointing
Transparent, upfront pricing described by multiple reviewers

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume88 · 93th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: The strongest pick if your masonry issue is tied to water intrusion or a foundation wall specifically, given how directly reviewers describe that exact problem being solved.

Website +1312-940-5442 Directions

432 W Wellington Ave #402a, Chicago, IL 60657

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Buildmax Design & Construction Inc - Masonry Contractors Chicago

5.070 Google reviews

Buildmax Design & Construction handles masonry, tuckpointing and chimney rebuilds alongside broader renovation work like kitchen remodels and garage roof replacement. Reviewers describe a single project manager, Jakub, coordinating complex multi-trade projects and offering creative solutions when unforeseen issues came up mid-project. It holds a perfect rating and has over 20 years of contracting experience per its own site.

What people praise

Perfect rating across a meaningful review base
Handles masonry alongside broader renovation and construction work
Single point of contact coordinating complex, multi-trade projects
Reviewers describe projects completed on time and occasionally under budget

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume70 · 83th

Confidenceearly

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: A good fit if masonry is one part of a larger renovation, since reviewers describe this firm managing complex multi-trade projects smoothly under one project manager.

Website +1773-501-4107 Directions

1200 N Ashland Ave #406, Chicago, IL 60622

#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Ace Masonry and Tuckpointing

4.965 Google reviews

Ace Masonry and Tuckpointing handles chimney repair, tuckpointing and grinding, with reviewers specifically praising both affordability and willingness to take on complex, high-elevation jobs other companies declined. One detailed review describes the team completing a dangerous high-elevation job safely where competitors wouldn't take the risk. It has over 20 years of experience per its own site and offers free estimates.

What people praise

Repeatedly praised for taking on jobs other companies declined
Affordable pricing noted consistently by reviewers
Fast turnaround, including next-day emergency brick replacement
Free estimates offered

Worth knowing

A small handful of lower-star reviews exist within an otherwise strong 4.9 rating

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume65 · 78th

Confidenceearly

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: Worth calling for tricky, high-elevation or urgent jobs specifically, since that's the pattern reviewers describe this contractor handling well when others wouldn't.

Website +1773-968-6585 Directions

1272 N Cleveland Ave, Chicago, IL 60610

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Derek Masonry Contractors & Tuckpointing

5.058 Google reviews

Derek Masonry Contractors & Tuckpointing handles chimney rebuilds, retaining wall reconstruction and full-wall repointing, with reviewers repeatedly praising honest scoping that avoids unnecessary upselling. One reviewer specifically notes the contractor identified only the sections that truly needed repair rather than pushing a full rebuild. It holds a perfect rating and reviewers describe careful mortar color matching on visible walls.

What people praise

Perfect rating with detailed, specific reviewer accounts
Praised repeatedly for honest, non-inflated scoping of work
Careful mortar color matching on visible brick walls
Handles retaining walls and foundation-adjacent repointing

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume58 · 73th

Confidenceearly

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice if you want an honest read on what actually needs fixing, since multiple reviewers independently describe this contractor scoping down rather than upselling.

Website +1312-940-4916 Directions

2631 W Iowa St #1, Chicago, IL 60622

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How we score

Rating is the live Google average. Volume shows how many customers actually reviewed each contractor, weighted against the others on this page. Confidence combines both, so a perfect rating on a smaller review base carries less weight than one built on several hundred reviews. Recency checks whether people are still reviewing them now. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What does masonry work cost in Chicago? (2026)

None of these contractors publish a fixed price list, and cost varies by scope, whether it’s spot tuckpointing, a full chimney rebuild, or foundation-level waterproofing. Reviewers generally describe getting a detailed estimate after an in-person inspection, and several specifically compared multiple quotes before choosing. Get several quotes and ask what the mortar-matching process looks like for your building’s age.

Serving Chicago’s neighborhoods

These contractors work across Lincoln Park, Lakeview, West Loop and the wider Chicagoland area, with several extending into surrounding suburbs. If you’re searching for a masonry contractor near me in Chicago, most on this list will travel citywide rather than serving one fixed neighborhood.

What to ask before you hire a masonry contractor

Will you match the existing mortar color, especially on a visible wall?
Does the estimate include a root-cause inspection, not just a surface patch?
Is the quote itemized by section, so I know exactly what’s being repaired?
How long does the project typically take from start to cleanup?
Do you protect landscaping and windows during scaffolding setup?
Is there a warranty on tuckpointing or chimney rebuild work?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these masonry contractors?

We compared publicly available Google ratings, review counts and recency for masonry contractors operating in Chicago, then read the review text to see what customers actually experienced on their specific projects.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in August 2026 and is refreshed periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Can masonry repair fix basement water intrusion?

In some cases, yes. Reviewers on this page describe basement water problems resolved by repointing deteriorated mortar on the exterior foundation wall, so it’s worth an inspection before assuming a bigger fix is needed.

How important is mortar color matching in Chicago masonry work?

Very, especially on visible walls or historic buildings. Reviewers repeatedly call out contractors specifically for matching old mortar color and texture, which affects both appearance and how well repairs blend in.

The bottom line

For an established chimney or restoration project, North Shore Masonry’s long track record and deep review base make it the safe default. For a water-intrusion problem tied to the foundation specifically, Edgeway Masonry’s documented root-cause approach is worth the call.

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