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Chimney Repairs & Masonry Construction

Specialists in Repair, Restoration & Masonry Builds

Chimney Repairs & Masonry Construction is a brick and masonry company that specializes in repairing, restoring, correcting and building all types of masonry projects. No project is too big or too small for us. Whether your chimney is damaged from weather or you have a complex masonry build for the home, we can help.

With 20+ years experience behind us we’ve completed thousands of brick chimneys repairs, masonry tuck pointing projects, built outdoor fireplaces and even constructed intricate stone walls. Because we’re passionate about craftsmanship and value, many of our clients our referrals.

Our service area is wide. We see clients throughout Chicagoland area & suburbs including: Barrington, Lake Forest, Lake Zurich, Winnetka, Kildeer, Crystal Lake, Bull Valley, & River Forest. You can be assured that when you call Chimney Repairs & Masonry Construction you’ll receive quality results with a focus on detail, safety and affordability.

Brick & Masonry Services

We’ll treat your home as if it was ours.
Chimney Repairs

Full-service chimney repairs for water damaged bricks, crumbling mortar, decaying structure & more. 

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Brick & Stone Installation

We are masonry experts capable of installing brick or stone on interior & exterior walls, retaining walls, pathways, steps, fireplaces & chimneys.

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Fireplace Builds

Custom fireplace construction with exceptional design & craftsmanship. From stone to brick & stucco to tile, we’ll work with the material of your choice.

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Tuck Pointing

Tuck pointing is necessary for structural safety. We’ll remove & restore cracked or loose mortar in chimneys, fireplaces, mantels, patios and retaining walls.

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Custom.Stone Chimney ~ Huntley

Custom.Stone Chimney ~ Huntley

October 8, 2025

Custom Outdoor Stone Fireplace Contractor ~ Huntley

Custom Outdoor Stone Fireplace Contractor ~ Huntley

October 8, 2025

Custom Outdoor Fireplace Builder ~ Bull Valley

Custom Outdoor Fireplace Builder ~ Bull Valley

October 8, 2025

Custom Stone Fireplace Hearth ~ Barrington

Custom Stone Fireplace Hearth ~ Barrington

October 8, 2024

Chimney Repair & Build ~ Algonquin

Chimney Repair & Build ~ Algonquin

November 5, 2023

Custom Fireplace Build ~ Algonquin

Custom Fireplace Build ~ Algonquin

November 5, 2023

Custom Stone Fireplace Build ~ Barrington, IL

Custom Stone Fireplace Build ~ Barrington, IL

December 20, 2022

Leaking Chimney Repaired ~ Wilmette

Leaking Chimney Repaired ~ Wilmette

October 20, 2022

Testimonials

Read what our clients think.

RB Chimney Repairs and Masonry Construction definitely gets a 5 star rating from us for the recent chimney repair job completed at our home site. Rafal and his team are professionals in what they do and how they do it! The job was done to perfection from start to finish. We highly recommend Rafal and his team for your next masonry project.

Jesse and DianeHome Owner, Chimney Repair in Lake Barrington

Rafal and his team were amazing. They worked with my husband and I to build a custom outdoor fireplace for our home in Barrington. Their masonry skills were impressive. They were polite, on-time and finished the project a day early. Thanks guys. Would recommend them.

BonnieHomeowner, Outdoor Fireplace in Barrington

Due to extreme weather elements and over usage our home in Lake Zurich needed chimney repairs & restoration. Rafal arrived promptly, providing us all our options to repair the chimney and restore a small section. Excellent Work. It looks as good as it did when we moved in.

ChuckHomeowner, Chimney Repair Lake Zurich

I'm wondering why we never contacted these guys sooner! The exterior of our chimney needed tuck pointing. We live in Lake Forest and they came out the same day to help! Very happy with the work.

JohnHomeowner, Tuckpointing

Called Rafal about stone installation around the exterior of our home. He and his team were fantastic. Arrived promptly, very reasonably priced and fantastic craftsmanship. Couldn't be happier!

PaulHomeowner, Exterior Stone Installation

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