AAA-1 Masonry & Tuckpointing, Inc.

08/20/2025

From the initial consultation to the final brick in place, AAA-1 Masonry delivered a project that exceeded expectations at every step. Our client in Andersonville, Chicago, described the process as seamless and the results as nothing short of remarkable. “What an impressive experience and an equally impressive outcome!” T. Wade writes. Read the full testimonial to see why our team earns such glowing reviews: https://www.aaa1masonry.com/testimonials/impressive-experience-and-outcome/

08/18/2025

AAA-1 Masonry recently completed another restoration project that left our client impressed. The work was flawless, the cleanup was thorough, and the process was smooth from start to finish. M. E. Howe, President of the 5901 N. Artesian Condominium Association in Chicago, called it “an outstanding job.” Read the full testimonial to see why our craftsmanship earns such high praise: https://www.aaa1masonry.com/testimonials/an-outstanding-job/

08/14/2025

AAA-1 Masonry has had a busy year, taking on everything from intricate restorations to heavy-duty repairs across Chicago. In this behind-the-scenes look, our team shares how we prepare to deliver lasting craftsmanship in brick, stone, and concrete. Visit our blog to find out what’s ahead for the remainder of 2025: https://www.aaa1masonry.com/stories-from-the-field/2025/03/19/making-ready-for-the-2025-season/

04/03/2025

With temperatures in the upper 70's last week and two inches of snow on the ground this week, spring is undeniably right around the corner. And at AAA-1 Masonry & Tuckpointing that means near daily arrivals of our tradecraft: bricks!

Between deliveries of brick, there are work trucks to service, mortar mixers to maintain, and tools to clean and sharpen in anticipation of the busy 2025 work season ahead.

With winter loosening its grip, now is the right time to call for a free assessment of your masonry.

AAA-1 Masonry & Tuckpointing has been restoring Chicagoland homes, condominiums and commercial buildings to great acclaim for over 70 years. Let one our experienced, licensed and insured estimators meet with you to discuss your building's needs and provide you with a clearly written proposal.

Look forward to working with you!

-Rob

09/08/2022

Our expertise and quick response times are just two reasons why our customers love working with us! We appreciate your feedback.

08/15/2022

We recently rebuilt two parapet walls for a Condominium Association in Chicago. Thank you for the feedback! https://www.aaa1masonry.com/testimonials/

08/04/2022

It always feels good to receive a note of appreciation from those we have been able to help. If you’re in need of professional masonry restoration services performed at a fair price, please reach out to us. There is still time to get your masonry project scheduled and completed this year. https://www.aaa1masonry.com/contact-us/

07/18/2022

Thank you for your kind words and appreciation for our quality workmanship and customer service. We are very grateful to have been able to assist with your project in Buena Park.

02/17/2022

Now that the work season has ended and winter weather is upon us, there is time to take stock of the 2021 work season. I have spent the better part of yesterday afternoon reading through the kind words you have shared about our effort and workmanship. It is heartening to know our dedicated masons, tuckpointers and laborers have made a positive difference for so many of you. Thank you for sending along these sentiments.

From the president of a condominium association in West Rogers Park came this:

Begin forwarded message:
From: David
Subject: Positive feedback
Date: May 25, 2021 at 7:51:32 PM CDT
To: Robert Reese

Rob,

I have heard positive and appreciative comments from Cedar Condominium owners about the quality and beauty of your masonry work on the west parapet. Thank you!

David

Thank you, Cedar Condominium Association. Glad you were pleased with the work and we look forward to working with you again very soon.

We are now taking orders for the 2022 work season. Should your home, condominium or commercial building require TLC from knowledgable and caring craftsman, please do not hesitate to contact us at https://www.aaa1masonry.com/contact-us/ for a free consultation.

Are you in need of masonry restoration in Chicago, IL? Contact AAA-1 Masonry & Tuckpointing today and our expert masonry contractors will be there for you!

12/11/2021

As I was driving to my next appointment, I saw this and was reminded why getting three bids and going with the lowest price may not lead to the best outcome! For beautiful work that lasts and lasts, click here: https://www.aaa1masonry.com/contact-us/

11/07/2021

Scaffolding Saves the Day

AAA-1 Masonry & Tuckpointing often works on projects requiring the use of scaffolding. Whenever possible, our preferred type of scaffolding is ladder-type scaffolding due to its strength, ease of assembly, and ability to solve many access challenges.

Ladder-type scaffolding allows our masons to construct safe and stable access with near infinite scalability. In the first photo at right/below, Michael is standing next to one of our 3’-wide ladder-type scaffolding frames suitable for narrower spaces. The horizontal rungs allow for easy climbing and ensure the frame does not twist or flex, and is the perfect access solution for restoring the two-story residential building in the background.

Each scaffolding frame is approximately 6 feet tall, and with the use of cross braces, locking pins and wall clamps, scaffolding frames can be stacked to create access many, many stories above grade (Refer to the building across the street from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City I photographed this fall …now that’s scaleable!).

Whether ladder-type scaffolding, walk-through scaffolding, tube-and-coupler scaffolding or swingstage scaffolding, our licensed and very seasoned masons know how to safely access the area on your building requiring attention.

If you are in need of an assessment of your masonry building, please give us a call (773) 622-7300 or drop us a line https://www.aaa1masonry.com/contact-us/

Thank you for the opportunity to be of service.

09/20/2021

Thanks to our enduring reputation for honesty and quality, AAA-1 Masonry is provided the opportunity to work on hundreds of masonry projects every year. Even our smallest sized work crews are led by master masons with decades of experience in the masonry arts. Here, crew chief Greg flanked by Jack and Jesus pause for a photo after putting the finishing touches on a magnificent century-old brick beauty in Wilmette recently purchased by a local TV news anchorman and his wife for their growing family. Considered their Forever Home, the new owners requested over a dozen different hand-mixed mortar samples in an effort to find the one color they both agreed was perfect for their brick exterior. The family could not be happier!

Inspiring and dazzling the most discerning Chicago-area home owners since 1954, let us assist you with your next masonry restoration project.