Renovation: Stone and Brick Elevation

The exterior “envelope” of your building is its most important feature. We specialize in renovation for stone and brick elevations, focusing on both structural integrity and aesthetic beauty. Over time, environmental factors like pollution and the harsh Illinois freeze-thaw cycle can degrade your masonry.

• Elevation & Facade Renovation: We restore the look of your home by replacing cracked bricks and damaged natural stone to ensure a safe, uniform appearance.

• Historical Building Restoration: We utilize specialized techniques and materials to preserve the architectural integrity of historic Chicago and North Shore properties, ensuring they meet modern standards while keeping their classic charm.

• Stone Veneer & Brick Upgrades: Transform your exterior with high-quality natural stone veneer or modern face brick for a sophisticated, updated look.

Masonry Chimney Restoration & Safety

A deteriorating chimney is a significant safety hazard. Our masonry chimney restoration services go beyond simple repairs to ensure your fireplace system is structurally sound and water-tight.

• Chimney Rebuilding: From the roofline up, we rebuild chimneys using period-correct materials.

• Tuckpointing & Crown Repair: We fix cracked crowns and deteriorating mortar joints to stop water from entering your home.

Structural Repairs: Lintel Replacement & Stability

Rusting steel supports can cause “brick bulging” and structural failure. We provide expert lintel replacement and structural anchoring to keep your masonry secure.

• Lintel Replacement: We remove rusted, failing steel lintels over windows and doors and replace them with primed and painted industrial-grade steel.

• Structural Masonry Repairs: We stabilize and repair deteriorating walls, retaining structures, and foundations to preserve the integrity of your home.