We had an outstanding experience with Mr. Brown…read more Stone Masonry. He completely rebuilt our crumbling chimney using beautiful brickwork that truly looks like a work of art. His craftsmanship and attention to detail exceeded our expectations, especially at such a reasonable price. From the start, he was professional and reliable--he came out quickly to assess the project, provided a clear and fair estimate, and stuck to that exact price. The work was completed promptly, and he made sure everything was cleaned up thoroughly when the job was done. Most importantly, he did exactly what he said he would do--and did it exceptionally well. We are extremely happy with the results and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to our friends and anyone looking for high-quality masonry work.

From the owner: Mr Brown Stone Masonry Services. I am a Brick and Stone Mason Specializing in all types of Masonry…read moreWork: Brick Laying,Tuck Pointing, Retaining Walls,Foundations, Chimney Repair and Patio Repair. I do new install or protect and repair existing work, and i provide Free estimates for Lafayette and the surrounding area. Contact me for reliable and affordable Masonry work . My number is 765-714-4319. Please leave a voice message if i am unable to answer and I will call You back promptly. General Liability Insurance

I contracted with this company to remove original brick from the front area of my house and to…read morereplace it with contemporary stone. There are numerous areas that look substandard, but the part that is most problematic is the area in which stones have completely fallen off. This is a zero-traffic area of my porch, so there is no reason stones should be falling off. Upon reaching out to inquire about the warranty, as it has only been 2 years since the work was performed, and sharing several photos of the fallen stones, I was informed that they only warranty their work for 1 year. Well, thousands of dollars and only 2 years later, I did not expect for stones to independently fall off my house. Now, I have to pay another masonry company to fix Millikan's error. Poor workmanship and customer service.

A short decorative brick wall had mortar cracks from age and weather. Millikan answered our…read moreinquiry promptly, came out soon and replaced mortar with color-matched new mortar in several places. They were responsive, knowledgeable and very reasonably priced. We plan to have them back to seal the wall before winter.

Preferably a ZERO would be most accurate. Poor brick workmanship during the construction of our…read morehome Sept. of 2014 leading to costly repairs with no assistance/resolution from Fithian Brothers Masonry is the stem of this complaint (lengthy yet condensed). Such has led to water damage resulting in staining to the face of the brick near the bilateral upper section of the anterior windows along with evidence of cracks within the mortar joints and edges of the brick. As a result, we have experienced rain shed within our formal dining room and along with plywood of the garage interior. Accordingly, to avoid further deterioration of our home, we opted to pay an outside masonry business for the minimal necessary repairs upfront with a hope of reimbursement considering a lack of adequate follow up. Minimal repairs and corrections were performed due to an associated increase in cost. Our request was denied on behalf of Fithian Brothers Masonry; stating follow up did not exist despite calling the number listed on Google several times over the years. To include, we also have been in contact with our general contractor via email and telephone in attempt for means of correction on behalf of Fithian Brothers Masonry. Upon attempt to seek legal action, we were advised that it would simply be our word against theirs despite evidence (i.e. photos, emails and phone records). Meanwhile, we are left with a faulty life long investment.

Bill Norman and his crew did an outstanding job on our house. Our chimney is a piece of beauty now,…read moreand I might just take up camp in our new egress window. Excellent craftsmanship by a team that was also reliable, stuck to the schedule and did not let the weather affect their friendliness.

I worked with Mr. Rudy Bauer from the time he first started. I started laboring in my sophomore…read moreyear until I graduated then I joined Local 14 in Joliet in 1986 I worked with some very good Contractors. In 92 when the housing market exploded in Kankakee County I started my own business had it for seven years. My wife owned half after my divorce I couldn't afford to buy my ex- wife half out. So we sold out. Then Rudy hired me and I hope I helped him with a few things. But he always made sure to keep me busy even though some cold winters . Rudy Bauer is a hard working man and treats his customers well. He goes the extra mile to make sure they are satisfied. So I would recommend him as FIVE STAR CONTRACTOR

After getting my chimney repaired 3 times, Bauer Masonry did the job right. I'm so glad his…read morebusiness was referred to me by a reliable source. They spent the whole day working on it and now I feel assured that I won't have any more problems in my lifetime. Mr. Bauer is a man of few words but the quality of the work speaks for itself. Thanks, guys!

We have used Force Masonry for two parts of a larger project (finishing a two car garage into…read moreliving space). They just finished blocking up both garage doors with room for a door and window. The finished work was fantastic, and timely! Joe, Taylor, and Mike were professional, very kind, willing to answer questions (and be a part of the discussion for the larger project) and they always leave the place clean and in great shape when they are done. Masonry is an investment for sure, but we are glad for the great work of Force Masonry, and the value of the work is worth it. They are a great company, and we plan to use them again, when we have another masonry project.

Giving this company even 1 star makes them over-rated. We first hired them to replace the seal…read morebetween the patio and house. That went ok - but it didn't really hold up all that well. When the manager came to provide the estimate we also discussed putting a top layer over our driveway - we'd already had it replaced once (different contractor) and it was extremely pitted. I had to provide 1/3+ payment up front to hold onto a spot in their schedule. Spring came and went. Summer came and went. I contacted them several times - and finally they came mid-late fall. Once the snow started coming down they were not able to finish the job. So our driveway was scraped, full of cement dust, and shockingly white - that lasted for over 6 months. Finally they returned late spring to finish up what was started. I spoke with the manager and the crew and told them the bright white finish was not going to work and they needed to tone it down. I was PROMISED they would do that and make it less white/more gray. Our driveway was finally completed - and it's BRIGHT WHITE. Apparently they didn't have enough 'gray' to add so they just skipped it. Now we have to wear sunglasses just to get the mail (on a cloudy day!) and the edges and seams area already deteriorating - and it's been less than 6 months. I wasn't going to give such a bad review - and put it off for months. Unfortunately, every time I go outside I'm reminded of what a poor job this was. I would never, ever, recommend them for anything.

Smalling Masonry made a custom chimney cap to replace a rusted one. Two years later, when we had…read moreour roof replaced, an inspector noticed that water had started to pool in the cap. I called Smalling and they arranged a visit the next week and Caleb, a Lead Consultant visited looked at the photo from inspecting report and agreed it needed to be fixed. I appreciated the prompt service, the quick acknowledgment of the problem and the acceptance of responsibility for the needed adjustment. I would recommend this company.

So a car hit out house...and left a big hole needless to say we needed some masonry work done. our…read morehouse is stone so we were really concerned about making sure we got it right. Smalling did a great job the house looks beautiful they were fast and efficient would recommend.