Brick Restoration & Repair

Guide to Maintaining Your Chicago Brick Building

Guide to Maintaining Your Chicago Brick Building

What is Brick Restoration and Repair?

Brick restoration and repair refers to the process of fixing or restoring the appearance and structure of brick buildings. This is an important aspect of building maintenance, as it helps to keep the building looking its best and ensures that it remains structurally sound.

Brick restoration can involve a variety of different techniques, from repairing cracks and chips in individual bricks, repointing Chicago tuckpointing, partial rebuilding or a combination of these. By undertaking brick restoration and repair, You can not only preserve the appearance of Your building but also prevent further damage from occurring. This can help to extend the life of the building and maintain its value over time.

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What Causes Brick Building Damage in Chicago

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Brick buildings in Chicago are exposed to a variety of harsh weather conditions, including high winds, rain, snow, and extreme temperatures. These conditions can cause cracking, flaking, and spalling.

In addition, air pollution and acidic rain can also contribute to the deterioration of brick buildings in Chicago. Over time, this can cause the bricks to lose their strength and stability, which can make them more vulnerable to further damage.

To keep Your masonry building in good condition, it’s important to understand the factors that contribute to its deterioration and to undertake regular brick restoration and repair as needed. This will help keep the building looking its best and ensure that it remains structurally sound for years to come. In addition, air pollution and acid rain can further contribute to the deterioration of brick buildings.

What We Can Help You With

Rebuilding brick walls that are leaning, bulging, or bowing

Replacement of spalled or cracked bricks

Rebuilding brick walls that are leaning, bulging, or bowing

Rebuilding or restoring deteriorated brick structures, including columns, fences, arches, chimneys, and fireplaces

Resetting bricks that are deflected or displaced

Replacement of spalled or cracked bricks

Restoration or rebuilding of deteriorated firewalls

Repair of parapet walls that are leaning or crumbling

Rebuilding or restoring deteriorated brick structures, including columns, fences, arches, chimneys, and fireplaces

Restoration or rebuilding of deteriorated firewalls

Resetting bricks that are deflected or displaced

Repair of parapet walls that are leaning or crumbling

The Lifespan of Chicago Bricks and Masonry

Brickwork and masonry are integral parts of Chicago’s architecture and are known for their long lifespan, often lasting over 100 years with proper maintenance. However, the city’s harsh weather conditions and daily wear and tear can gradually cause damage over time.

The life cycle of a brick structure in Chicago typically begins during construction, when brick and mortar are carefully selected and installed to ensure strength and durability. With proper care, these structures can last for decades — even a century or more. However, factors such as extreme weather, improper flashing installation, ground settlement, and lack of maintenance can lead to the need for masonry repairs.

As brick structures age, they may require repair, tuckpointing, or full restoration. This is where the expertise of masonry professionals becomes especially valuable.

Overall, the life cycle of a brick structure in Chicago reflects the strength and durability of masonry construction. With proper care and maintenance, these buildings can continue to provide beauty and function for generations to come.

Premium Service

At Jagra Masonry, we pride ourselves on providing premium service. Our dedicated workers are committed to delivering consistent, high-quality work to our valued customers. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we strive to exceed Your expectations with every project.

Communication

When You choose Jagra Masonry, our dedication to quality ensures clear communication and transparent services, keeping You informed and at ease. We aim for outstanding results, always prioritizing Your satisfaction and keeping You well-informed throughout the process.

Fast Response Time

You can trust our service team to respond promptly to Your inquiries, ensuring Your needs are addressed quickly and effectively. We prioritize Your satisfaction and are committed to providing attentive support tailored to Your requirements.

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Testimonials

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Satisfied Chicago Homeowners

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Satisfied Chicago Homeowners

Jagra Masonry & Tuckpointing

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john barhoumeh

11 months ago

Jacob and his crew were very professional hands-down the best. Went through several contractors to get the right person to do the job at the end. Jacob was the best he came in with the A detailed plan to complete the job. Very happy from start to finish.

Benjamin Rivera

1 year ago

I am extremely happy and satisfied with the work that Jagra Masonary did at my 2 story brick building in the South Logan Square Area. The job scope was to remove and install all lintels at 2 levels on the property. The structure was built in 1928 with decorative brick. The brick was removed and reinstalled perfectly. I had great communication with the the project manager Jacob, who kept me informed as the job progressed. The crew was always prompt, courteous and kept the area clean. We had no issues with dust and clean up in the interior apartments. I would highly recommend them because I would use them again if needed. Ben

Mark Kriston

1 year ago

Knowledgeable and competent professionals. Business office is responsive. Masons know their trade and do great work. I contracted with them for front and rear steps and rebuild of foundation under front porch. All material was limestone. Jagra discussed details of project with me. Their proposal was based on a a job done right. They did not try to simply tell me what I might want to hear. They were especially accommodating when I requested changes to the project scope. Not likely to be your low bidder, but with Jagra you will have peace of mind that you job has been done right .

Tom Groenwald

1 year ago

Based on a home inspection results I learned that my home had multiple cracks in the brick mortar in many locations on all four sides of the house and in the mortar between the limestone ledges separating the upper and lower sections on the home. I contacted Jagra Masonry & Tuckpointing for an estimate. I had done research that showed that every year I wait the damage would get worse due to living in an area with freezing and thawing temperatures. The quote was more than I wanted to pay but the other companies I got quotes from were not significantly less. The deciding factor was the time taken by Jagra Masonry & Tuckpointing in explaining how they would approach the repairs. The team that did the work was extremely thorough and addressed everything with a positive attitude. There was a final inspection and review where I pointed out some small things that I felt should have been done because they would be very easy and only require a little extra mortar. This was well received by Jagra Masonry & Tuckpointing. It was late on a Friday afternoon and the work crew had left already. They came back and did all the little things politely and completely on Saturday. The work and professionalism exceeded my expectations! I highly recommend them.

Rose Alexander

1 year ago

We were extremely happy with the recent brickwork done on our home by Jagra Masonry. They were prompt, courteous, and did an excellent job replacing the weathered, crumbling bricks on the exterior of our house. Top-notch company that I highly recommend! Thank you to the fine craftsmen at Jagra! (I am including Before & After photos.)

Mike Corcoran

1 year ago

The team did an excellent job cleaning up some of the tuck pointing around my house and adding new lintels to some of my older windows in our basement. Jacob was also very consultative and helped me understand the scope and importance of the project his team accomplished. Attached below are some before and after pictures. Thanks Jacob and team!

Blair Rockoff

1 year ago

I just finished an interior tuckpoint and brick repair at my gym and the results were fantastic. Jagra came in at a much better price than my other offer and I was very happy with their work and the overall experience. They got the job done on time and accommodated fitting me in on the weekend. Thanks again 😊

US Trader

1 year ago

I hired Jagra Masonry to re-build my chimney. Top notch quality work and great experience from start to finish. They were very flexible when scheduling the project, trying to accommodate my calendar. Easy communication and follow trough with every item discussed and agreed upon. Very professional, hard working team did outstanding job on site.

Christine O'Neil

1 year ago

We were very happy with the service and work that Jagra did to reset our Blue Stone patio, walkway and front steps. They were great at communicating, efficient with their work and reasonably priced. Their team was pleasant and quiet to have around during the day. I could tell that they cared a lot about doing the job well and making their customer happy. We would definitely have them back to do more work on our house if need-be.

Mike Drew

1 year ago

Jagra Masonry did a full rebuild of my Logan Square two-flat’s severely deteriorated parapet wall, new lintels, sills, and repairs as needed. A professional outfit, Jacob and his crew did excellent work, kept the site clean (swept up everyday!), and started and finished the project when they said they would. Will be having them back for any future work. Price was reasonable and similar to other quotes I received.

Marc Moran

1 year ago

The Jagra team was excellent! Our back exterior brick wall on our 100+-year-old building was crumbling, and we had several quotes from different contractors, but nobody gave us the confidence to do it correctly like the Jagra team did. They took the whole wall down, and the final result is beautiful. You can tell it will last another 100 years to come. Highly recommend their team if you want the highest craftmanship!

Greg R.

1 year ago

Great working with Jagra Masonry. They were quick coming out to look at our house in sore need of some Tuckpointing and brick replacement. The work was scheduled quickly and work performed as promised. Great having the house back the way it looked 100 years ago.

J J

2 years ago

If you need repair work done to the brick work on your home or building. I highly recommend the professional at Jagra Masonry. The work was performed in a timely manner and the workman were courteous and aways left the work site very clean. Thank you to Jake and everyone at Jagra Masonary, for the awesome work done.

Mike LaMantia

2 years ago

Ive owned a 100 year old building for 11 years now. In that time I've hired several contractors to perform necessary upkeep, maintenance and repairs. My experience with Jagra has been hands down the best. Easy to work with, easy to communicate with, prompt, clean and respectful with fair priced quality work. I’ll be using them again for future projects. 10/10 would recommend.

Vince Stasik

2 years ago

I am very pleased with steel lintel replacement and tuckpointing work done on my home! From start to finish, the team was professional, punctual, and knowledgeable. Adam showed up on the scheduled time to give me a quote. During the on-site meeting he explained the entire process clearly, and on the very next day I received an email with agreement proposal including pictures and a detailed description of the proposed work-it’s cool they actually gave me some options and tier pricing. Adam called me on the very same day, and we discussed the proposal over the phone, which I really appreciated. I got two other estimates for the same lintels replacement and even though JAGRA quote wasn’t the cheapest I decided to move forward with his company. It was a good choice. After signing the proposal and paying the deposit the office called me and giving me an update on the project start date. Two days before the agreed start date they called me and confirmed the date. Team showed up on time and the crew took great care to secure the bushes in front of my house. Then they replaced rusted lintels and did some tuckpointing. They left the site clean. My house looks better now as the cracks in the masonry are completely gone. If you're looking for high-quality masonry work with honest, skilled professionals, I highly recommend this company. Definitely a 5-star experience!

Ewa Dymon

2 years ago

My experience with JAGRA was great— they did excellent tuckpointing job and replaced a rusted steel lintel. From initial contact to project completion everything went very smooth, they answered all questions and they left the place clean after completion. The team was professional, on time, and the finished work blends perfectly with the original brickwork. I highly recommend them!

Casey Finn

2 years ago

The Jagra team was fantastic! So thorough and professional. I got a quote from them and they set up a call to walk through every line item to make sure I understood everything before signing (I've never had a contractor do that before!). They also set up a final inspection to walk through the finished product. They went above and beyond and our red brick bungalow has never looked better!

Jillian Rupp

2 years ago

Jagra just completed a tuckpointing project and windowsill replacement. The work looks great and everything is now sealed appropriately. Their team arrived on time and cleaned up all debris from the work. I would definitely recommend and hire them again!

Grant Dawson

2 years ago

As a landscape contractor serving the Northshore community for many years, I can say that my experience with the Jagra team was top notch from our our initial conversation straight through to project completion and cleanup. Jacob, our POC, was professional and an excellent communicator who asked all the right questions to ensure the work was executed with our needs and preferences in mind. The crew performing our tuckpointing work (on the entirety of our lakeside home and garage) was courteous, neat, highly skilled and on time everyday. Most importantly, the quality of work met our high expectations. The cost was slightly more than their competition but I have learned through the years that one gets what one pays for. Period. I would and will recommend Jagra's services to my clients, friends and family.

Latia Youngfountain

2 years ago

Very satisfied! This is our 3rd engagement w/ Jagra, this time rebuilding a section of our parapet wall including tuck pointing. The crew was organized and on-time everyday. We were kept informed of progress and the site was thoroughly cleaned at the end. We have an older brick home which will require add’l work in the future; Jagra will def be getting the call!

Michelle Mangan

2 years ago

We are completely satisfied with the repair job Jagra Masonry did on the exterior wall of our home. They came out for a quote within 24 hours of me calling, arrived at the scheduled time, and emailed a formal quote by the afternoon. Jakub called to review the quote with me at the end of the day and tailored the contract according to my request. They were available within the week to complete the work and even finished early. They left the site clean and followed-up to make sure we were happy with the repair. Couldn't recommend them enough!

Nancy Steiner

2 years ago

Jagra Masonry has done two jobs at our home. One was tuckpointing our Chimney and the most recent was partially rebuilding our front porch due to a sinking foundation. I highly recommend them for several reasons. They answer the phone when you call. Come out right away to review the situation. They are knowledgeable and explain what's going on and answer your questions. They get back to you timely and are fairly priced. They come to do the job when they say they will, and do professional work. We are very happy and would have them back.

Adie Olson

2 years ago

Jagra was responsive and did great work. Had brickwork done and lintels replaced . Would use them again.

Linda Kuglarz

2 years ago

Very happy with tuckpointing and lintel replacement work done by Jagra Masonry.I got 4 quotes before deciding which company to go with and Jagra was most detailed.They also took some extra time explaining why certain solutions were offered . Communication during the project was great and all my concerns were addressed.They restored the mortar joints on my home with precision, paying close attention to detail.Now my house has a fresh look. The crew was punctual and kept the work area clean daily. Jacob and his team exceeded my expectations in every way.

yareli Arellano

2 years ago

Is second time we work with marcin and always is great to work with him had a problem with my bathroom and he help us to fix it Thank you for you hard work

Kyle Bracey

2 years ago

I hired Jagra Masonry & Tuckpointing for a full restoration of Three- Story commercial building project close to downtown Chicago. It included a complicated permitting process with a dust minimization plan in place to accommodate our neighbors. Additionally, it required the construction of a heavy heavy duty canopy around our building. They replaced 25 steel lintels and performed tuck pointing on both our common brick as well as our CMU. The Project required coordination with additional contractors working at the very same time or directly following completion of the masonry. We've used other masonry contractors on previous jobs and no one matched the extensive set up and speed that Jagra provided. Jagra provided us a thorough and detailed proposal showing similarly completed projects which provided us assurance when selecting them for our job. Our project was done on time per our contract, and I am very satisfied with the quality Jagra delivered.

Oksana

2 years ago

Truly the best contractor I’ve ever hired. I called three other companies and even though JAGRA wasn’t the cheapest I’ve decided to go with them. Starting from the first conversation to the after-completion inspection you know that you picked the right people. Always responsive to my calls and texts, estimator showed up on the scheduled time and written quote with pictures and detailed scope of work was delivered to my email the very next day after on-site meeting. Same thing with the work they did, they were on time, and I was amazed how clean my backyard was at the end of each day they worked. They matched the color of the mortar so well that my husband was struggling to tell which parts of the wall were repaired after they’re done. As I mentioned before, not the cheapest but at the end you know for what you paid.

Asia Canady

2 years ago

We have absolutely loved working with Jakub and the Jagra team. After many, many quotes and conversations, we felt comfortable going with Jagra because they sat down and explained the work thoroughly and answered every single question we had. Additionally, their prices were competitive. They even worked with us to identify a plan for future work on our condo building. Their customer service cannot be underscored—the work was timely, professional, and clean. The guys were in and out, with the owner Jakub coming onsite a time or two to have conversation. There are few contractors I look forward to working with and Jagra are one of them. Wish they did more than masonry!!

Justin Granat

2 years ago

Jagra team did great job rebuilding my chimney. Thr entire process was smooth. From detailed and straight forward quote, to the scheduling, project start and completion. They were transparent and on time . Highly recommend them!

Colleen Sawicki

2 years ago

Jagra repaired my decorative brick fence in November. A whole section of fence was missing because a tree had fallen on it Jagra and his men were courteous and professional. I was extremely pleased with the job. I would definitely recommend them!

Alex Pratt

2 years ago

Highly recommend. Jakub at Jagra was communicative and flexible for our project. The team was very professional, cleaned up everything when the job was done.

lynn shotwell

2 years ago

From the bidding to the finish Jagra was awesome! VERY professional, superb quality work and terrific communication. I would not hesitate to hire them . 100% satisfied customer. You know? You can get mediocre, or you can hire Jagra. They are the best!

Bill s

2 years ago

Dealing with Jagra Masonry and Tuckpointing was absolutely a pleasure. Jacob came out gave me a great price. I know seemingly difficult job and they made it look easy cleaned up after themselves and did a wonderful job with the color in the mortar and fixing my big stone columns at my house at my house. Would absolutely give this company five stars Jacob is a great person to work with and the job was phenomenal at a great price! Thanks, you guys, Bill Stevens

Julie Adams

2 years ago

Jagra’s Masonry did extensive work on our 84-year-old, double brick home. Jacob responds promptly to all inquiries. Their pricing is fair and transparent, and their workers are respectful and tidy. We needed the work done in a narrow time frame and they completed our project on time and within budget. We would definitely use this company again.

Stacy Kelly

2 years ago

Great process all around. Good prices, quality work done on time. Couldn’t be happier!

Bill Bixby

2 years ago

Jagra gave me a fair quote. Started and finished chimney work in one day. Very pleased with the look of the chimney. Very good work. I highly recommend Jagra.

1535wayne

2 years ago

Perfect experience. Communicate with precision. Always punctual work completed as specified. A wonderful experience in contracting and highest quality service

Pedro Pajares

2 years ago

The best quality Masonry work. They were contracted to do work on an older health facility and they knocked it out of the park! We will definitely be using them for all of our future masonry needs.

Andri Mile

2 years ago

Andrew Coates

2 years ago

Jagra gave us a thoughtful and thorough plan to remedy a badly deteriorated wall that was allowing water penetration. They worked incredibly hard and did a great job in difficult, hot weather while being respectful of the neighbor's property as well. Couldn't be more pleased and we will look to them for future work as well

Elizabeth Del Castillo

2 years ago

Very quick and professional. Great communication and reliable. I would definitely recommend this company. I will be using for all future brick work. Thanks for the fantastic work! Look at the before and after

Liz

2 years ago

Very profession and polite. Showed up on time for both the quoting of the job and doing the tuck pointing on the house. Great communication. Cleaned up after. Very happy with their worker.

David Komie

2 years ago

Jagra Masonry was an excellent choice for my tuck-pointing needs. They came out and gave a thorough estimate, and then were in frequent and close communication both before and after the job. They followed through on every aspect of the task, did the job in a professional, efficient way. I was thoroughly satisfied with the result.

Jean Johnson

2 years ago

Jagra Masonary completed the job at my home with professionalism. They worked diligently and with expertise. The job was completed on time. They cleaned up and left the site tidy. I'm completely satisfied with the work done!!!!

Bradley Gottloeb

2 years ago

Used Jagra to do some repair work on tuck pointing. They were the most responsive to my initial inquiry, the fastest to be able to schedule a time to come out and estimate, and their estimate was the most organized. It was easy to schedule the job once we agreed on the estimate and their work is great. We’ll be hiring them to tuck point our entire wall when it’s time. Highly recommend.

barbara coughlin

2 years ago

The chimney on our 1960 house had some crumbling bricks caused by water damage. Jacob gave us a quote to rebuild it and set up a date. On the scheduled date they arrived, set up all their equipment and got to work, cleaning up the area and causing no damage to our vegetable garden below. The mortar dried and today they returned to paint it ... good as new. Jacob communicated with us every step of the way. Great service + good workmanship. Very happy customers.

Joel Tabang

2 years ago

The work was done very well, and in a timely manner. Our inquiries were also answered very quickly.

Anastasia Belozertseva

2 years ago

We had a great experience with Jagra Masonry and would hands down use them again! We had an urgent repair involving rebuilding an CMU wall, and fixing a large crack in our garage, and we are so happy we moved forward with Jagra Masonry. Given the urgency, Jacob was able to come out and provide us with an estimate within a day or two of our first conversation. We received a few estimates, and Jagra’s was one of the most detailed one, outlining the full scope of work, and all the necessary information I needed for insurance purposes. I had a number of follow-up questions regarding the technique and materials used, and they were always very patient and gracious with me, explaining the process and answering all of my questions. We were able to schedule the project within the timeframe I was hoping for, and the crew was on time, professional, and respectful. They also went above and beyond for us in helping to pick out a garage utility door replacement, and arranging its pickup, even thought it’s not their area of expertise. We are very happy with the outcome and would highly recommend considering it for your next masonry project!

Chesly Manly

2 years ago

After receiving five bids, we selected Jagra Masonry to rebuild and waterproof two parapet walls and replace several lintels on an apartment building and we couldn't be more satisfied with the result. They provided a detailed estimate outlining exactly what work would be done. They were able to start the job quickly and complete the work promptly and neatly. The rebuilt parapet walls are now waterproof and the masons were able to clean and reuse much of the existing brick so you can hardly tell where the work was done. We would highly recommend Jagra Masonry for any parapet wall repair.

patrick koman

2 years ago

Not an inexpensive company to use. Not flawless either. The brickwork i had dine was impressive. The concrete work was very nice as well...but that crew made a few bad decisions. That said, after some chats, Jagra came back and made things right. I am now very happy with the job. They have helped me keep my 100+ year old house looking like it could go another hubdred.

Bill Canning

2 years ago

Jacob from Jagra tuckpointing was very quick to reply to me from setting up the estimate to completing the project. I am very happy with the work completed and his crew did a great job cleaning up also. I am very happy with their work and would recommend Jagra tuckpointing.

Laura Mantzoros

2 years ago

Jacob and his team were great to work with. Professional, responsive, detailed and thorough, efficient. They answered all of our questions and did a great job on repairing our 2004 8-unit condo building.

Robert Ballmaier

2 years ago

Working with JAGRA was an amazing experience. Jacob was prompt, professional and a great communicator. His crew repaired the chimney on my roof in one day. I can’t recommend hiring JAGRA enough.

Johnathan McDowell

3 years ago

JAGRA handled tuck-pointing for our 100+ year house. Their team of experts helped restore our bricks and clean up a project that had gone unchecked for far too long. They were quick, reliable and helped educate us along the way. Would recommend and will be using them again in the future.

Michael Yohanan

3 years ago

Thank you Jakub and Jagra crew for full 4 story historic brick building and garage restoration done in 3 weeks. We also did several lintel replacements. Jakub was super responsive to all questions and had the most comprehensive proposal compared to the 5 other companies I got bids from. They were the only company that immediately offered to use the correct mortar type for 1920s brick and the crew got a compliment from my neighbor for keeping the area so clean. Not the cheapest but also not the most expensive.

Trevor Wurtzebach

3 years ago

They did a great job for our tuckpoint project. Great overall experience from initial quote, scheduling the work, and final product.

Joe McMullen

3 years ago

Expert, efficient, professional, and exceptionally reasonable. I cannot recommend more highly.

Mickey G

3 years ago

Jagra Masonary & Tuckpointing Corp From the 1st call, you will know they are experienced and they will get the job done right. They provide an initial consultation, followed by a detailed proposal for recommended services and cost. (Lol....pictures are included for visual learners like myself) They are flexible with scheduling and manage all things needed to complete the job without any problems eg., permits. The customer service is OUTSTANDING, they communicate the job status and any new concerns or needed changes. The mason workers are VERY skilled, they set up 2 days before the start date, so that day one is productive. They quickly identify any problems so they can be addressed immediately. My neighbors even commented on the fact that the job site was neat and never dirty at the end of the day. My building required layers of work : (tuckpointing, replacement of lintels, flashingsystems, weep tubes plus a rebuild of a parapet wall), and ALL the work was completed on time as promised. I am so greatful...I paid attention to the work Jagra completed on another building in my neighborhood and I stopped and asked Jakub#1 for a card. Thank you Jakub#1 and Jacob#2 for answering ALL of my questions. Jagra Corp has exceeded my expectations. When doing my research, none of the other masonry contractors had 4 or 5 star reviews like Jagra...and now I know why. However, my review is 5 Stars plus+! Will be in touch..for my next project..CMG

Nefertiti Fulks

3 years ago

This review is long overdue! The work JAGRA Corp performed on my home years was amazing and still looks good til’ this day. I’ve vetted so many masonry professionals and decided JAGRA will be my best choice. They rebuild my chimney that was much needed. I’m not utilizing anyone else services for masonry work. Will be using them again for tuckpointing.

Joe Abella

3 years ago

They did the outside and inside of my 125 year old masonry foundation and I was happy with the results.

Anthony Winburn

3 years ago

Great service and great professionalism. I had a problem that I was discovered on the roof and wanted it taken care of before the snow. The service exceeded my expectations.

Jonathan McCaslin

3 years ago

Jakub and his team were very professional and helpful and have done the work requested to a very high standard. Will definitely use them again.

Felicia Hollie

3 years ago

I got stamped concrete for my front yard. This company is very professional. They answered all of my questions and responded in a timely manner. The communication was great. Satisfied with finished product.

Michael Alexander

3 years ago

Our 1920s Condo building was in need of masonry work due to water penetration. Jakub at Jagra was extremely helpful in guiding us through our options and working with our timeline because of the approval needed. In the end we got a parapet wall rebuild that looks great and kept the original look of the building. They do amazing work and feel confident that we made the right decision with Jagra after going through multiple bids. Thank you!

april lillstrom

3 years ago

We actually got 5 quotes from different companies for tuck pointing on our two flat (because it was a pretty big expense for us, and wanted to make sure we understood what work needed done) and we're really happy that we ended up going with Jagra. Jacob and Jacob are very responsive and easy to communicate with, and great about thoroughly answering questions. They checked with us at several points during the project to give us updates and ensure our satisfaction, and the team did a great job. I would recommend Jagra to anyone!

Stephen Shirk

3 years ago

Jagra Corp just completed a large brick replacement and tuck point project at my work/studio building in West Town It's an old flat roof brick bunker built in 1890 and modified for various uses over the coarse of its life. The goal of my project was to make the building solid and sound. Do to the mismatch of brick used over the years, beautification would take a backseat. Jacob was prompt with communication, providing clear explantations and estimates. They were able to start the project a few days earlier than originally planned and finish ahead of schedule as well. The foreman and crew were friendly and did great work. They cleaned up the building and surrounding area when the project was done. Even though I explained that this wasn't a beautification project, the building looks better than ever expected and now it is good to go for years to come. Thank you, Jacob! I will be calling you again for other masonry projects.

Julie Zeng

3 years ago

The stubborn leak we have had for many years was finally fixed thanks to Jagra. This is a very experienced team with in-depth construction knowledge. They are capable of solving more complex issues such as replacing beams above window and door openings. I first saw Jagra’s work on Instagram and decided to reach out. The owner personally came to my house to do initial valuation. It turned out that our water intrusion was caused by structural problems around the window and door openings. He gave us a reasonable quote and was able to fit us in within a couple of weeks. The crew showed up on time and did proper protection around the house before beginning the work. The bricks were first carefully taken out, an old rusty beam above the window opening was replaced, and old waterproof flashings were replaced. The crew was able to preserve and reuse the original bricks. They also did a great job cleaning up afterwards. We have had several large storms following the repair and no leaks! We are very happy with the quality of the service and the result. Great team to work with.

emma kaplan

3 years ago

Jacob and Jacob of Jagra Masonry did a fabulous job on our home. Jagra tuck pointed the front of our home, replaced two failed window lintels, and made spot repairs on the rest of the exterior. They were very patient with our multitude of questions, and explained what should be done in the near and long term (very helpful if you’re a new homeowner and are trying to prioritize!) The masons worked quickly and neatly to complete the job. We would absolutely recommend them.

Stefany Roman

4 years ago

I found Jagra Masonry on Instagram. I am so glad I did! I needed to redo the tuckpointing on my two flat rental property. I constantly found mortar on the floor and pieces of brick on the sidewalk. I knew it was time for maintenance. I contacted them to get a quote. Jakub was very professional walked me through the entire process of what the job was going to entail. He also made a couple of recommendations of redoing the front parapet wall because it was caving in due to years of deterioration. He also saw I was missing bricks towards the roof. Everything that we talked about in our initial walk through meeting was completed and exceeded my expectation. The workers were very clean after each work day. That's very important for me to keep my tenants and neighbors happy. They started and completed the job as on the promised date. I appreciate that Jakub followed up with me the day after the job was completed to make sure I was happy with their work. I will be using them in the near future for my other properties. Jagra Masonry did an exceptional job and I highly recommend!

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