About Us

We provide tuckpointing, mortar-joint repair, brick, block and stone repair, chimney restoration, concrete chimney caps, caulking, expansion-joint sealing, masonry painting, water-intrusion repair, limestone sill replacement, flashing-related repairs, small concrete repairs, waterproofing, power washing, exterior cleaning, and commercial masonry restoration.

We serve both residential and commercial properties. Send us a description and photos of the concern if you are unsure which service applies.

Yes. We serve homeowners, business owners, property managers, commercial facilities, apartment buildings, and other residential or commercial properties requiring masonry repair or restoration. 

Prestia Tuckpointing LTD was established in 1998 and is backed by approximately 50 years of family experience in the masonry trade 

Yes. We are an insured masonry contractor. Insurance documentation can be provided when required for a project or property-management approval process. 

We are based in Algonquin, Illinois, and serve residential and commercial customers throughout the northwest suburbs, greater Chicagoland area, and surrounding communities.

We regularly consider projects in areas such as Aurora, Naperville, Rockford, Chicago, and communities near or across the southern Wisconsin border.

We welcome inquiries from outside our immediate area. Send us the property address, a description of the project, and available photos. We will review the information and confirm availability directly with you.

We encourage customers to contact us rather than assuming a project is too small or too far away.

Yes. We generally provide free estimates for proposed masonry repair and restoration projects.

Evaluations requested specifically for the purchase of a home, commercial building, or other property may require a fee because they are more similar to an inspection or professional consultation.

You can request an estimate by calling us, emailing us, or completing the online request form.

Please include:

• Your name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Property address
• Type of property
• Description of the concern
• Photos, if available
• Preferred contact method

Yes. Photos are very helpful during the initial review.

For the best assessment, send:

• A wide photo showing the entire wall, chimney, or affected area
• Several close-up photos of the damaged brick or mortar
• Photos from different angles
• Images showing access conditions, height, or nearby structures

Photos may help us understand the project, but an in-person evaluation may still be required before a final proposal is provided.

We aim to respond to new inquiries the same day whenever possible. Response time may vary depending on current projects, weather, travel, and seasonal demand. 

Estimate availability depends on your location, the size of the project, weather conditions, and our current schedule.

Once we receive your information, we will contact you to coordinate the next available opportunity.

Not always.

For many exterior masonry projects, we can evaluate the visible work without the property owner being present, provided we have permission and safe access.

You may need to be present when:

• The area is locked or restricted
• Interior access is required
• Pets must be secured
• The project requires a detailed discussion
• The damage is difficult to locate
• There are specific concerns that cannot be explained by phone or photos

Tuckpointing is the process of removing deteriorated mortar from between bricks and replacing it with new mortar.

This can improve the appearance of the masonry, reduce water entry, protect the surrounding brick, and extend the useful life of the wall or structure.

Common signs include:

• Cracked mortar
• Missing or loose mortar
• Mortar that crumbles when touched
• Gaps between bricks
• Recessed mortar joints
• Water staining
• Interior moisture near an exterior masonry wall
• Loose bricks
• Vegetation growing from joints
• Visible deterioration around chimneys or rooflines

If you are uncertain, send us photos or request an evaluation.

The exact process varies by project, but it generally includes:

1. Evaluating the condition of the brick and mortar
2. Identifying the joints that require repair
3. Removing deteriorated mortar to an appropriate depth
4. Cleaning and preparing the joints
5. Installing new mortar
6. Finishing the joints to create a consistent appearance
7. Cleaning the work area and inspecting the completed repair

Proper preparation is one of the most important parts of achieving a durable result.

We make every reasonable effort to select mortar that complements the existing color, texture, joint profile, and masonry.

However, an exact match cannot always be guaranteed. Existing mortar may have changed color over decades because of weather, moisture, repairs, cleaning, pollution, or differences in the original materials.

New mortar may also appear brighter initially and become more consistent as it cures and weathers.

Yes. We can evaluate cracked, loose, deteriorated, or spalled bricks and determine whether repair or replacement is appropriate.

Brick matching depends on the age and availability of the original brick. We will seek the closest practical match when identical materials are no longer available.

 Yes. We provide exterior chimney masonry services, including:

• Chimney tuckpointing
• Mortar-joint repair
• Damaged brick replacement
• Exterior masonry restoration
• Evaluation of visible deterioration

The appropriate solution depends on the chimney’s condition and the extent of the damage.

 Common causes include:

• Age
• Moisture penetration
• Freeze-and-thaw cycles
• Improper drainage
• Roof or gutter problems
• Previous poor-quality repairs
• Incompatible mortar
• Building movement
• Salt exposure
• Vegetation growth
• Repeated weather exposure

Repairing the masonry without addressing the underlying moisture or drainage problem may allow the deterioration to return. 

Masonry work is weather-sensitive.

Temperature, rain, snow, wind, humidity, and freezing conditions can affect installation and curing. We evaluate the forecast and project conditions before beginning work.

A project may need to be delayed or rescheduled when weather could compromise quality or safety.

Project duration depends on:

• Size of the affected area
• Type of repair
• Condition of the masonry
• Access and height
• Weather
• Material availability
• Required preparation
• Whether hidden damage is discovered

Smaller repairs may be completed relatively quickly, while larger residential or commercial projects may require several days or longer.

We will provide a more specific expectation after evaluating the work.

Masonry repair can create dust, noise, and debris, especially when deteriorated mortar or brick must be removed.

We take reasonable steps to protect nearby areas, manage debris, and maintain an orderly worksite. Customers should close nearby windows and move sensitive outdoor items when requested before work begins.

Protection requirements vary by project. Depending on the work, we may use coverings, barriers, controlled work areas, scaffolding, ladders, or other access equipment.

We also ask customers to provide clear access and move vehicles, furniture, decorations, or other items away from the work area when necessary.

Yes. We remove project-related debris and leave the immediate work area reasonably clean upon completion.

Some fine masonry dust may remain on nearby exterior surfaces, landscaping, or paved areas despite reasonable cleanup efforts, particularly on larger projects.

Our primary focus is masonry repair, tuckpointing, restoration, and related services for existing residential and commercial properties.

We do not generally perform full new-construction projects. Contact us with the scope of work, and we will confirm whether it fits our services.

We combine decades of hands-on masonry experience with responsive, personalized service.

Our company was established in 1998 and is backed by approximately 50 years of family experience in the trade. We are insured and serve both residential and commercial customers.

We focus on:

• Honest recommendations
• Careful preparation
• Quality workmanship
• Clear communication
• Respect for the customer’s property
• Repairs designed to stand the test of time

Yes. Caulking is a major part of our residential and commercial work and may be performed independently of tuckpointing.

We repair or replace deteriorated sealant around windows, doors, entryways, expansion joints, control joints, flashing, and transitions between masonry and other building materials.

Proper caulking can help prevent moisture and air from entering vulnerable exterior joints.

Yes. We provide painting and protective coating services for suitable brick, block, stone, concrete, and other masonry surfaces.

Our focus is specifically on masonry preparation and painting rather than general interior painting. Because masonry must be prepared and coated correctly, we evaluate the surface before recommending the appropriate approach.

They can when the source of the leak is within the exterior masonry system.

Water may enter through deteriorated mortar joints, failed caulking, damaged flashing, cracks, or openings around windows, doors, chimneys, and other transitions.

We evaluate the likely entry points and may recommend tuckpointing, caulking, flashing repair, joint sealing, or a combination of services. Correctly identifying the source is essential before determining the appropriate repair.

Yes. Clear photos can help us understand the condition of the property and determine the next step before scheduling a visit.

Please include:

• A wide photo of the complete affected area
• Close-up photos of cracks, missing mortar, failed caulking, or damaged brick
• Photos of any interior staining or visible leak damage
• Photos from multiple angles
• Images showing the height and accessibility of the area

An in-person evaluation may still be needed before a final proposal is provided.