Exterior transformation
01 — Masonry
Masonry contractor in Hamilton, Ontario
New masonry, repairs and restoration for Hamilton homes, built to be structurally sound first and good-looking second.
What this involves
Masonry is the trade we are most particular about. Brick, stone and block are only as good as the base they sit on, the mortar that joins them and the way water is kept out of the wall, so we plan every job from the ground up rather than from the surface down.
Hamilton has a lot of older brick housing stock, and a climate that is hard on masonry: freeze–thaw cycling, road salt and moisture all work on mortar joints and stone faces. Some of our work is new construction. A lot of it is working out what is wrong with an existing wall, porch or chimney and fixing it properly.
Scope of work
- 01
Brickwork
New brick walls, veneer, porch columns, planters and infill that match the existing bond and colour.
- 02
Stonework
Natural and manufactured stone on entries, foundations, columns and feature walls.
- 03
Repairs
Repointing, cracked or spalled brick, failing steps, loose caps and chimney work.
- 04
Restoration
Careful, like-for-like repair of older masonry where character and original materials matter.
- 05
Retaining walls
Wall construction with proper drainage, a compacted base and sensible reinforcement.
- 06
Patios and walkways
Interlock and natural stone surfaces laid over a correctly prepared, compacted base.
Explore in detail
- BrickworkStraight courses, consistent joints and bonds that respect the house they are joining.
- StoneworkNatural and manufactured stone, laid with attention to colour, coursing and detail.
- Masonry repairFixing the cause as well as the damage, so the repair is still holding up after the next few winters.
- Masonry restorationCareful, like-for-like work for older masonry where the original character is worth keeping.
When to call us
Call us if you can see cracked or missing mortar, bricks that are flaking or loose, steps that have shifted, a leaning wall, efflorescence (white staining) or water getting in where a wall meets a porch or chimney. These are easier and cheaper to deal with early.
How we approach it
- 01We look at the wall, the water path and the base before quoting.
- 02Materials are matched to the existing masonry where repairs are involved.
- 03Work is set out with string lines and levels, and joints are finished consistently.
- 04The site is left clean, and we walk you through what was done.
Related projects
All projectsMasonry: common questions
Do you only do masonry?
No. Masonry is a core focus, but Novastone also handles exterior and interior renovations and manages larger multi-trade projects as a general contractor.
Can you match existing brick or stone?
We always try to. Colour, size, texture and the mortar mix all affect how a repair blends in, and we will talk through realistic options at the site visit.
Do I need a permit for masonry work?
It depends on the scope. Cosmetic repairs usually do not, while structural work and some retaining walls can. We will tell you what we think applies when we see the job.
Let’s build something
that lasts.
Planning masonry work, a renovation or a larger contracting project?