PrestiaTuckpointing Ltd
Est. 1998 · Algonquin, IL

The Picasso of Tuckpointing

Half a century of masonry craftsmanship, joint by joint. Drag the slider to see the difference for yourself.

Rebuilt and painted block wall after repair
Deteriorated block wall with exposed framing before repair
Before After
Structural Block Repair
50+
Years Family Craftsmanship
1998
Family-Owned Since
21
★★★★★
Five-Star Reviews
100%
Insured & Family-Run
What We Do

Masonry Done the Right Way

Tuckpointing is our specialty — but our craft runs across the full range of masonry repair and restoration, residential and commercial.

Tuckpointing & Mortar Repair

Our specialty — and the reason for the nickname.

We remove deteriorated mortar to the proper depth, prepare the joints, and install new mortar matched to your existing brickwork. Done right, it reduces water intrusion and adds decades to the wall.

  • Cracked, missing & receding joints
  • Color- and profile-matched mortar
  • Isolated repairs to full-wall repointing

Chimney Repair & Rebuilding

The most weather-exposed masonry on your property.

Chimneys take the worst of the moisture, wind, and freeze-thaw cycles. We handle tuckpointing, damaged brick replacement, partial rebuilds, exterior restoration, and custom-formed concrete caps.

  • Tuckpointing & mortar-joint repair
  • Partial rebuilding & brick replacement
  • Custom-formed concrete chimney caps

Brick, Block & Stone Repair

Repaired to match — not patched over.

Cracked, loose, spalled, or deteriorated masonry gets repaired or replaced, and we make every reasonable effort to complement the size, color, and texture of what's already there.

  • Spalled & cracked brick replacement
  • Stone veneer & column rebuilds
  • Limestone sills, lintels & flashing

Waterproofing & Leak Repair

Find the entry point, then fix it properly.

Interior leaks often start in the exterior masonry — failed mortar, worn caulking, damaged flashing, or cracks around windows and chimneys. We identify the likely source before recommending the repair.

  • Caulking, joint sealing & flashing repair
  • Crack routing & refinishing
  • Waterproofing & protective coatings

Commercial & Multi-Unit

Property managers, building owners, apartment buildings.

We work on commercial façades, parapet walls, and multi-unit properties — from tuckpointing and brick replacement to cleaning, waterproofing, and ongoing exterior maintenance.

  • Parapet walls & façade restoration
  • Scheduled exterior maintenance
  • Insurance documentation on request
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“The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.”
— Benjamin Franklin
How It Works

Our Tuckpointing Process

Proper preparation is the difference between a repair that lasts decades and one that fails in a few winters.

1

Evaluate the masonry

We inspect the brick and mortar, identify what's failing and why, and give you an honest read on what actually needs attention — not what's easiest to sell.

2

Remove deteriorated mortar

The old, failed mortar is cut out to the correct depth. This is the step most shortcuts skip, and the reason cheap repairs don't last.

3

Clean & prepare the joints

Joints are cleaned so the new mortar bonds properly to the surrounding brick, rather than simply sitting on top of old debris.

4

Install & tool the new mortar

New mortar is matched to your existing masonry and finished to a consistent profile, so the repair reads as part of the wall — not a patch.

5

Clean up & walk the work

We clean the work area and walk the finished repair with you, because we treat every property like our own.

Our Story

A Family Business, Multi-Generation Craft

Prestia Tuckpointing was established in 1998, but our family's experience in the masonry trade reaches back more than 50 years — trusted by homeowners, businesses, and property managers throughout the region.

While our methods and equipment continue to evolve, the principles behind our work stay the same: prepare the masonry properly, use the right process, mind the details, and finish every job with pride.

Co-owner Collin Prestia is a working firefighter alongside his masonry work — and we extend a ask about our first responder & veteran discount — for firefighters, police, EMS, and those who served.

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Work That Speaks for Itself

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★★★★★

“Prestia Tuckpointing saved our 5-unit building and garage. They completely replaced failed previous masonry work across 5 jobs over 3 years. Top quality work for an amazing price. Structure is fully sealed and watertight again — flawless work, zero issues. Couldn't be happier.”

Leo Perez
Multi-Family Residential · Building & Garage
★★★★★

“I couldn't be happier with the work they did on the brick around my garage. The crew was professional, arrived on time, and the quality of the tuckpointing was outstanding. They matched the existing brick and mortar perfectly, and left the area spotless. Highly recommend!”

Nick Costantino
Residential · Garage Tuckpointing
★★★★★

“Prestia did such an amazing job on my brick. Attention to detail is definitely their strong suit. Customer service and communication is top notch — I contacted other companies and they wouldn't even give me the time of day. Highly recommend, and will use them again!”

Eduardo Ibarra
Residential · Brickwork
★★★★★

“A great experience from start to finish. The customer service was excellent — everyone was friendly, professional, and easy to work with. The work was done really well, and the pricing was fair and reasonable. I'd definitely recommend them.”

Caitlin Marek
Residential

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