Chimney repair
Crown fixes, chimney tuckpointing, flashing, and full rebuilds when a chimney truly needs one. Small voids get fixed early, before they turn into major decay.
Masonry and chimney, Los Angeles, California
They said rebuild.
We repaired.
M & R Masonry builds, restores, and maintains fireplaces, chimneys, stonework, and brickwork across Los Angeles. Over 30 years of field work, and a habit of fixing what is there before anyone talks about tearing it down.
Over 30 years of experience
★★★★★ 4.7 from 42 Google reviews
Los Angeles, California
The crew
Quiet work that stays put.
Heat weakens mortar. Rain opens cracks. Bricks shift over time. M & R Masonry has spent more than three decades solving the core problem first, not patching over it, so walls stay straight and chimneys keep drawing the way they should.
- Thorough inspection before any work starts
- Precise matching of existing brick and mortar
- Even finish across every repaired section
- Repairs that blend in, not stand out
What we do
Fireplaces, chimneys, and everything brick.
Six trades, one standard: fix it fully, match it properly, leave the site clean.
Fireplace construction and restoration
New fireplaces, firebox rebuilds, and restoration of historic fireplaces, including wood burning fireplaces in older Los Angeles homes.
Chimney inspections
Regular inspections and cleaning. A clear flue lets smoke vent properly while keeping heat inside the home.
Stonework
Stone walls, flagstone patios and atriums, and stone steps, laid with exact spacing and level course lines.
Brickwork
Reclaimed brick laid exactly how it should be done, brick veneer repairs, retaining walls, walkways, and driveway curbs.
Patios, driveways, and barbeques
Outdoor living built from masonry: patios, driveway work, and outdoor barbeques that hold up season after season.
How a job runs
The joint is where it starts.
Most masonry failure starts in the mortar joint. This is the repair M & R is known for: the decayed joint comes out, the new mortar goes in, and the wall reads as one piece again.
- 1
Inspect
The full structure first: moisture movement, load paths, and surface wear.
- 2
Match
Brick and mortar matched to what is already there, not a close guess.
- 3
Repair
The real cause corrected, fully, with no half steps and no temporary patches.
- 4
Finish clean
Rooms tarped, floors covered, dust controlled, and the site left clean every day.
A cracked joint line, repaired to a clean one. That is the whole trade in one drawing: find the failed joint, fix it properly, and the wall outlasts the repair.
Google reviews
4.7 from 42 reviews, in their words.
"Our chimney needed some repairs, and every chimney specialist company that looked at it told us we needed a full demo & rebuild. Marcus was the only person to think creatively to come up with a solution to repair what was there. He was able to reinforce the existing masonry, finish the interior, add back some height, and cap it off properly. He also fully rebuilt the firebox and installed a damper. Everything was done very professionally & they kept our home very clean. It was about 2.5 days total & we were very grateful to get the work done quickly before the rainy season this year. Thank you Marcus!"
★★★★★
"You're probably on here to see if you should hire these guys. The answer is yes. Some of the best contractors/pros I've worked with. Great work, done in good taste and Marcus is just a good guy. They installed some pretty thick/hard to cut flagstone on my patio and atrium and everything looks great."
★★★★★
"Marcus and his team were efficient and professional in restoring my 100 year old wood burning fireplace. Highly recommend if you want quality masonry."
★★★★★
"Marcus and his crew were awesome. Punctual, clean and fixed a chimney that was in terrible shape plus they did my patio. Highly recommend!"
★★★★★
"I am pleased to say that M&R masonry finally solved the problem of my driveway patio after 2 other companies failed to do so. I should have called Marcus first! M&R laid about 400 sf of reclaimed brick exactly how it should be done. It looks beautiful and was completed in the timeline Marcus estimated. These guys work hard and absolutely know their stuff when it comes to brick!"
Questions
Asked before every job.
Do you inspect before starting work?
Yes. Every job starts with a thorough inspection of the structure, moisture movement, and wear, so the repair fixes the real cause of the damage instead of covering it.
What is tuckpointing?
Tuckpointing replaces decayed mortar joints. Addressing small voids early prevents major decay and saves a chimney from needing a full rebuild later.
Can you match my existing brick?
Yes. Precise matching of existing brick and mortar is part of the work, so repairs blend in with the original construction instead of standing out.
Why do regular chimney inspections matter?
Regular inspections matter because a clear flue lets smoke vent properly while keeping heat inside the home, and small problems caught early stay small.
Do you handle fireplaces as well as chimneys?
Yes. The crew builds, restores, and maintains chimneys and fireboxes daily, and also handles stonework, brickwork, patios, driveways, and barbeques.
Service area
Built across Los Angeles.
M & R Masonry serves homeowners across Los Angeles, from historic Craftsman homes to new patios and outdoor barbeques.
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Ready when you are
Call the crew that repairs first.
323.547.3737Over 30 years of masonry, chimney, and fireplace work in Los Angeles. 4.7 from 42 Google reviews.