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Gilrace Masonry Boston · Since 1995
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Licensed · Insured · 30+ Years in Boston
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Boston Masonry Repair · Free Inspection
Gilrace Masonry crew repointing failing brick mortar joints on a Boston brownstone
Repointing · Bunker Hill Failing mortar removed, color-matched lime mortar replaced

Mortar Falling Out? Cracked Brick? Boston masonry repair done right. Brick, mortar, chimney, foundation & stone repair. Free inspection, written quote in 24 hours.

Small mortar cracks turn into major brick damage after Boston winters. Once water gets in, freeze-thaw spreads it fast.
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Seeing Any of These?

If Your Brick Looks Like This, Call Now

Mortar falling out between bricks
White staining or moisture on brick
Cracked chimney joints
Brick flaking or spalling
Leaning retaining wall
Water leaking near foundation
Cracks spreading after winter
Loose or wobbly brick steps

Boston freeze-thaw cycles make masonry damage spread quickly once water gets inside. What's a small repointing job today becomes a structural repair after one hard winter.

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What We Repair

Masonry Repair Estimates Near You

Brick Repair
Free brick repair estimate & quote
Repointing
Tuckpointing & mortar repair
Chimney Repair
Repointing, rebuilds & crowns
Foundation Repair
Stone & brick foundation work
Cracked Walls
Brick wall crack & damage repair
Stone & Stone Walls
Stone wall & retaining wall repair
Waterproofing
Stop leaks & water damage
Stucco Repair
Patching & restoration
What This Costs

Boston Masonry Repair Pricing

Most masonry contractors won't put numbers on a page. Here's what typical Boston masonry repair jobs run with Gilrace. Your written quote after the free on-site visit is the exact number.

Spot Brick & Mortar Repair
$300 – $1,200
Brick Repointing (Wall Section)
$800 – $3,500
Chimney Repointing
$800 – $3,000
Stone / Fieldstone Foundation Repointing
$1,500 – $6,000
Retaining Wall & Stone Wall Repair
$1,000 – $5,000
Partial Wall Rebuild / Structural Repair
$2,500 – $8,000+

Ranges only. Real number comes after we look. No verbal-only quotes. No surprises after the job starts.

This Week

Current Inspection Schedule

Free inspections available this week across the Boston area.
Most written quotes delivered within 24 hours of the on-site visit.
Masonry season fills fast after heavy rain periods. Spots book 2–3 days out in peak weeks.
Why Pick Gilrace

Why Boston Homeowners Pick Us for Masonry Repair

Right Mortar for the Job
Most modern mortar is too hard for historic Boston brick. Old Boston brick needs soft lime-based mortar, not modern Portland mix. The wrong mortar traps moisture and your brick spalls in a few winters. We match the mortar to the building.
Licensed & Permits Pulled
MA CSL #CS-091258. Fully insured. When a job needs a permit, we pull it and handle inspections in-house. Cost shows up in your written quote, never as a surprise.
Written Quote in 24 Hours
Line-by-line pricing after the on-site visit. 5-year workmanship warranty in writing. If we did it and it fails inside 5 years, we come back and fix it. No charge.
Real Boston Repointing Work

Brownstone Repointing · Bunker Hill

Gilrace Masonry crew repointing brick mortar joints on a historic Bunker Hill brownstone in Boston, MA
Failing mortar removed and repointed with color-matched, period-appropriate lime mortar. Same technique we use on Boston brownstones, brick foundations, retaining walls, and chimneys.
How It Works

From Call to Written Quote in 3 Steps

1

Call Us

Tap to call. Tell us what's cracked, crumbling, or failing.

2

We Visit Your Property

Same-day or next-day. A licensed Boston mason inspects the brick and mortar and explains what needs fixing.

3

Get Your Written Estimate

Itemized written quote within 24 hours. No pressure. No hidden fees.

No sales pressure. No deposit required for the estimate. You decide on your own timeline.
Recent Boston Work

Some of Our Recent Jobs

Brownstone brickwork repointing on Bunker Hill, Boston
Brownstone Repointing · Bunker Hill
Brick repointing on a Boston home
Brick Repointing · Boston
Full brownstone restoration in Mission Hill, MA
Full Brownstone Restoration · Mission Hill
Stone and stucco home restoration in Milton, MA
Stone & Stucco Home · Milton
Masonry restoration and waterproofing in Roxbury, MA
Restoration & Waterproofing · Roxbury
What Boston Homeowners Say
5.0
★★★★★
50+ Google Reviews · BBB A+ Accredited
★★★★★
"The mortar was crumbling around our chimney and water had started getting into the attic. Gilrace matched the original mortar, repointed it, and stopped the leak before winter. No more water stains."
— Margaret R., Beacon StreetG · Verified
★★★★★
"Honest pricing, showed up on time, and walked me through exactly which bricks needed repointing and which were fine. Saved me thousands vs. the first quote I got."
— David M., South BostonG · Verified
★★★★★
"I had three contractors quote repointing on my brownstone. Gilrace was the only one who noticed the original mortar was lime-based and matched it correctly. Two years later, no spalling, no cracks. The other quotes would have wrecked the brick."
— Sarah K., CambridgeG · Verified
Hyperlocal

Boston Neighborhoods We Regularly Work In

Beacon Hill
Back Bay
South End
Charlestown
Cambridge
Roxbury
Somerville
Brookline

Plus Dorchester, South Boston, Jamaica Plain, Mission Hill, Milton, Newton, Quincy, and Medford. We know the pre-war brick and brownstone stock in these neighborhoods.

Quick Answers

Before You Call

How much does masonry repair cost in Boston?

Wall section repointing typically runs $800–$3,500. Chimney repointing $800–$3,000. Stone or fieldstone foundation repointing $1,500–$6,000. Brick steps $600–$1,800. Per-square-foot pricing varies based on access, mortar match, and condition. Your written quote after the free on-site visit is the exact number.

Can insurance help pay for masonry repair?

Sometimes. Sudden damage (a storm, a vehicle impact, or water damage from a covered event) may be covered, while gradual wear and deferred maintenance usually isn't. We can document the masonry damage with photos and a written assessment for insurance-related repairs when applicable, so you have what you need to file. We're not insurance adjusters, but we'll give you straight answers about what we're seeing.

What's the difference between repointing and tuckpointing?

Repointing is replacing failing mortar between bricks with new mortar. Tuckpointing is a decorative technique on historic buildings where two contrasting mortar colors create the look of finely jointed brickwork. Most jobs need repointing, not tuckpointing. We do both and tell you which you actually need.

Is the estimate really free, even if I don't hire you?
Yes. A licensed Gilrace mason comes out, looks at the work, and gives you a written itemized quote. No deposit. No charge. No pressure. If you'd rather get a second opinion or wait, that's fine. We'd rather you hire us when you're ready.
Why does the mortar type matter?
Old Boston brick (pre-1930s) was made with softer clay and was meant to flex with lime-based mortar. Modern Portland mortar is too hard. It traps moisture and forces the brick to crack and spall instead of the mortar. Most cheap repointing jobs use the wrong mix and destroy the brick within 3–5 winters. We match the original mortar's composition.
Are you licensed and do you pull permits?
Yes. MA Construction Supervisor License #CS-091258. Fully insured. When a job requires a permit, we pull it ourselves and handle inspections. Spot repointing usually doesn't need a permit. Structural rebuilds and load-bearing work usually do. We'll tell you upfront and include the permit cost in your written quote.
How fast can you come out?
Usually same-day or next-day for Boston-area homes. Call before noon and we can almost always get someone there before end of day.

Get Your Masonry Repair Quote This Week

This week's inspection schedule is filling up. Most weeks we're booked 2–3 days out. Catch the damage before the next freeze.

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Service Area

Masonry Repair Near You

Serving Boston and surrounding areas: Beacon Hill, Back Bay, South End, Charlestown, Cambridge, Brookline, Somerville, Newton, Quincy, Dorchester, South Boston, Jamaica Plain, Roxbury, Milton, and Medford. Get a free brick repair estimate, chimney repair quote, or masonry repair estimate near you.

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