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8x Best of Houzz winner

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Expert North Shore Pro Specializing in Masonry Services
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We are a full-service masonry construction company, serving the North-West Suburbs of Chicago for two decades with over 1500 masonry projects successfully completed. We use only top-of-the-line materials and guarantee 100% satisfaction. We work directly with homeowners, general contractors, and builders on a variety of different projects, from small repairs to large new construction projects. Our skilled team of masonry experts can improve any residential and/or commercial project, they can handle all aspects of installation and repairs from custom stone to brick work and other masonry materials. We are also the proud recipient of 7 Houzz awards and we are always working hard to maintain our great reputation in the construction business! Our office is located at: 824 S. Waukegan Rd in Northbrook, IL. 60062 Tel. ext.1 E-mail: office@generalmasonryservices.com In order to provide a full package to our customers we have founded GENERAL MASONRY SUPPLY VENTURE, a masonry building materials supplier located in the heart of the Northshore of Chicago offering the best selection of masonry products. We partner with the most respected manufacturing companies and quarries in the USA, who carry certifications for each selected masonry product. With us, you can find high quality brick, stone or any other masonry products in all colors, textures, and sizes. We strive to provide our customers with competitive prices and quick delivery. Whether you are building a new construction, residential or commercial, a brand-new patio or a small addition or a new retaining wall you can always count on your local supplier from Northbrook. We will help you choose the best materials for your projects and guide you through the process of finding exactly what works best for you with a modern and practical approach. Not only do we sell masonry products, we share your goals and are committed to support your project by achieving the best design and solutions. We are your one stop shop! Our masonry showroom is located at: 824 S. Waukegan Rd in Northbrook, IL. 60062 Tel. 847 715- 9955 E-mail: gmc@supplyventure.net https://generalmasonrysupplyventure.com/

Services Provided

Brick Masonry, Brick Repair, Brick Sales, Brick Siding, Hardscaping, Masonry, Outdoor Fireplace Construction, Patio Construction, Paver Installation, Retaining Wall Construction, Sandblasting, Stone Installation, Stone Masonry, Stone Sales, Stone Siding, Deck Building, Deck Repair, Fireplace Installation, Fireplace Repair, Masonry Construction & Repair, Stucco Repair & Installation, Stone Resurfacing, Retaining Walls, Tuck-pointing

Areas Served

Arlington Heights, Bannockburn, Buffalo Grove, Chicago, Deerfield, Des Plaines, Elk Grove Village, Evanston, Fort Sheridan, Ft Sheridan, Glencoe, Glenview, Glenview Nas, Golf, Green Oaks, Highland Park, Highwood, Indian Creek, Kenilworth, Lake Forest, Lincolnshire, Lincolnwood, Long Grove, Mettawa, Morton Grove, Mount Prospect, Mundelein, Northbrook, Northfield, Palatine, Park Ridge, Riverwoods, Rosemont, Skokie, Techny, Vernon Hills, Wheeling, Wilmette, Winnetka

Awards

Nomination by BBB for the Torch Award in 2016! Featured in Voyage Magazine in 2018! Nominated for BUILD Magazine’s 2020 Construction and Engineering Award! In October of 2020 featured in North Shore Magazine among 25 other most powerful business woman on the North Shore side of Chicago!

Projects

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Business Details

Business Name

General Masonry Construction Inc.

Phone Number

+1 847-607-6773

Website

www.generalmasonrysupplyventure.com/

Address

824 S. Waukegan Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062

Typical Job Cost

$3,000 - 1,500,000

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Ridley

We had a wonderful experience with General Masonry from the first phone call and throughout the entire process. We absolutely love our new terraces!Read Full Review

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4.8

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Rich and Pam

We had brick entry walls that were built when our house was originally constructed almost 30 years ago. Over the years, they were weathered and in need of repair/replacement. We reached out to several contractors who just wanted to replace the walls with new brick. We wanted a different look, natural stone. Others were not interested in a more complex job. Aneta and Chris were quite the opposite. Their showroom had numerous stone samples. Even so, we didn't quite see what we wanted. There was a brochure that had what we thought we had wanted. Aneta arranged for us to visit the quarry and see the stone in person. The job was completed in about 5 days including demolition/removal of the old brick and construction of our new stone entry walls. Their head mason is an old-world master. He hand cut these 80 pound pieces of stone to fit one by one. The job site was always clean and when the job was over, you could not tell there were over 7 tons of stone involved. The finished project looks amazing, and we enjoy admiring our stone entry walls. You’re in good hands with this team.

30 December, 2023

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

Dear Pam, Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

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Kaz

I randomly came across General Masonry through social media. I decided to reach out to them and was put in touch with Aneta. Aneta is very passionate and an expert in her field! She is amazing at visualizing and has been a pleasure to work with. General Masonry Construction is a hidden gem and a place that all homeowners, builders, architects, etc., need to visit. Their showroom is very nice and no matter what you are looking to accomplish, Aneta can help you get there! Highly recommend visiting the showroom and definitely recommend consulting with this company and Aneta!

14 December, 2023

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I really appreciate that a lot. Thank you!

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Arthur

General Masonry Construction did a fabulous job tuck-pointing our multi-unit building. Their team was always very professional, and the quality of work was top-notch. They did a great job and finished the project on time and on budget. We would definitely recommend them as they did a really great job for us!

11 December, 2023

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

Thank you so much for your review. We are greatly appreciate that!

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Edyta

I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding service I received from your company. From the initial inquiry to the completion of the project, General Masonry Construction Inc. exhibited a level of professionalism and expertise that exceeded my expectations. The attention to detail and commitment to quality were evident throughout the entire process. Moreover, the open communication and timely responses made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. It's clear that General Masonry Construction Inc. is dedicated to customer satisfaction. It’s not often that one encounters a company with such a high level of integrity and skill. I will certainly recommend General Masonry Construction Inc. to friends and colleagues.

21 November, 2023

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

Thank you so much for your kind review. We are greatly appreciate that!

Sam Lapinski

General Masonry Construction Inc. did a fantastic job on my new patio. They faced a few unexpected issues but handled them like pros. Their skill and clever thinking made the patio look even better than I had hoped. They finished on time and didn't go over budget. The patio looks amazing, and everyone keeps saying it looks like it's from a magazine. Big thanks to the team - I definitely recommend them to anyone who needs a good masonry job done.

6 November, 2023

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

It was our absolute pleasure helping with your project. Thank you for your review!

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Ridley

We had a wonderful experience with General Masonry from the first phone call and throughout the entire process. We absolutely love our new terraces!

2 August, 2023

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

We are very happy that you love your outdoor project. Thank you for your review!

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Sally Lee

AVOID! AVOID! AVOID! Homeowners BEWARE. We hired general masonry in 2021 for a chimney repair. When they came out to inspect our chimney they gave us a quote for the chimney but also additional work that they recommended us to do. Aesthetically, our Tuckpointing around our house was not eye pleasing. The colors were off and the work looked like it needed to be done. So we agreed to move forward with the project. After the job was complete, the chimney looked okay. The brick didn’t match our existing bricks. General masonry said “our house is old and the brick was not available.” We have 2 chimneys so now 1 is a “newer” brick and our original chimney is a different color. Not a big deal. Moving forward, our Tuckpointing…. They did an awful job. They forgot to patch up some areas and had we not mentioned it to them, they wouldn’t have even known. It was “extra work” for them to come out to finish the job. The “new material” they used, does not match. They told us “it takes time for it to fade and it will match.” So we waited. A year and a half has passed and the Tuckpointing is cracking and it is worse than what it was before hiring general masonry. I called general masonry to see how we can fix this problem and if they warranty their work. They came out and blamed it on our foundation. We got several different quotes from other companies stating, it’s not our foundation but really poor workmanship from general masonry. So I called general masonry again and they are now trying to invoice us for coming back out to inspect their work! This company is a joke! In pictures their work looks decent but working with them is a nightmare. They will not fix their mistakes, they do not warranty their work, and they will argue with you and waste your time and money. We are currently working with another masonry company to fix this issue.

1 March, 2023Last modified:1 March, 2023

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Eddy

It was a pleasure working with Aneta Sz., who helped design our most recent exterior project. Aneta has provided beautiful materials and assisted us with the installation. Strongly recommend General Masonry Supply to anybody who is interested in receiving top-notch projects!

21 January, 2023

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Rob Chromniak

Awesome people. From Chris to Aneta, the highest rated most professional business' I dealt with. Dedicated to the customer and they take care of everything. As for the work quality - top notch just amazing. 10/10

23 December, 2022

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HU-517395512

Awesome team. Dedicated and a keen eye for value, efficiency and attention to detail. From day 1 I was in safe hands. 10/10 recommend to anyone!

7 December, 2022

P S

We had a great experience working with Aneta. She was patient and so professional helping us choose just the right materials we needed for our project! Her crew worked super fast and kept everything nice and clean through the process! We’re highly satisfied with the final result and couldn’t be happier to recommend General Masonry Construction to anyone who is interested in working with a reliable company with great customer support!

10 August, 2022

JA

jackielynch46

General Masonry just completed my patio. I highly recommend Aneta, Chris and the team at GMC! I will be using them again in the future.

4 August, 2022

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Steve Novosad

We wanted to create a concrete patio and walk way. We sent out for quotes to a number of local concrete contractors. General Masonry gave us the best quote - and we’re the most responsive. Chris came out and took measurements. Next we me with Aneta at their convenient showroom on Waukegan Rd near Dundee Rd in Northbrook. While there we saw some awesome bluestone porcelain tiles and decided to also do our tired front porch. Their crews were polite, did great work, took care around plants and did a great job cleaning up too. We couldn’t be happier with the way our patio, walkway and front porch look. We definitely recommend giving General Masonry your consideration if you are contemplating concrete or stone work.

25 July, 2022

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Ajyek1517

Chris, Aneta and the entire team at GMC are top-notch professionals and a pleasure to work with! They have helped us with several outdoor stone projects and maintenance needs over the years, and everything has been high quality.

17 November, 2021

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Tom

Chris and Aneta were very professional and extremely accommodating throughout the project. Communication was also great as the scope of work changed a couple times .

13 November, 2021

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User

It was a pleasure to work with Aneta and Kris who were both friendly and professional. We sought their services to repair a stone stairway as well as replace porcelain tiles on a back patio. Aneta was quick to return email communications and set up an estimate. Kris reviewed the project details and left us with a sense of competency. They assisted us in choosing the right tile for our needs. The installation team were true artisans with a work ethic that is hard to find. We are fully satisfied with the beautiful product and would highly recommend them to others.

25 May, 2021Last modified:3 February, 2024

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HU-58949348641

I used General Masonary for Chimney rebuilding work this fall. My interactions with Aneta Szulakiewicz, CEO/President of the company was very pleasant and professional. The estimations were done on the day as promised and they completed the work little ahead of time, accommodating the urgency that I had in completing the project - rebuilding the top section of the chimney and fixing other spalling bricks and tuck pointing areas with missing mortar. Overall I am very happy with the professionalism in their approach and the work done. They had to use some more bricks than originally quoted, but they did not charge me more and honored the original quote. I would highly recommend General Masonry Constructions.

18 January, 2021

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HU-920319777

I reached out them for thin bricks I needed for my home office project. Not only did they supply the bricks they also guided me on how to complete it in the best possible way myself and even assisted in material needed calculations. The service and delivery happened earlier than expected and customer service was absolutely brilliant. Would definitely use them again.

6 January, 2021

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Angelo L

GMC did a 700 sq. ft. patio for us in Northbrook and did a fantastic job. They started the project on time when they told us they would start and the crew was extremely meticulous on their work. Chris was on the job site every day (several times a day) to check on the crews progress as well as quality. He was always quick to answer any questions/concerns. Aneta in the office was always responsive on anything we needed as well. It was a pleasant experience to work with this firm and we will be using them again in the future for our driveway. Highly recommend them.

30 December, 2020

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HU-285167169

I chose General Masonry for our tuck-pointing work based upon so many positive reviews and was not disappointed! Aneta was very helpful throughout the entire process and Chris thoroughly explained the work that was needed - answering my many questions along the way. General Masonry is a knowledgable and professional company that I will not hesitate to use in the future!

30 December, 2020

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HU-846592972

After working with General Masonry Construction for two different projects (front steps brickwork and chimney tuckpointing), I thought their work was high quality at a very fair price. I would definitely contact with them again. They also stand behind their work to make sure it was done right. I enjoyed working with Aneta, Chris, and the team.

28 December, 2020

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HU-356124485

My experience with two different projects is that General Masonry Construction does high very quality work at a fair price. And they also stand behind their work and to make sure it is done right. I contracted with them to do brick work on front steps and chimney tuckpointing. I was very pleased with the work, and enjoyed working with Aneta, Chris, and the team. I would definitely work with them again.

28 December, 2020

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HU-304409699

General Masonry has built many commercial and residential projects I am so confident in there work that I do not have to bid there work out. The owners and there crews are very accommodating . I wish all sub contractors were this great

28 December, 2020

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HU-911155583

Aneta, Chris and the team have completed a few little projects for us (chimney repairs, new concrete): good communication, quality and price. Thank you!

1 December, 2020

LU

lukechg95

We have used General Masonry for our masonry needs in our old home and new home for the last 10 years. They are extremely professional, competitive, and friendly. The work is done quickly and the jobsite is left clean. I high recommend them!

19 October, 2020

JB

Jan Baker

General Masonry was a pleasure to work with. They were professional and always responsive to our needs for the job. The repair on our stucco and concrete pillar looks great! Would definitely recommend them and would hire them again.

10 March, 2020

PV

Pam V.

Great Company, answered all questions, quick response every time, did an absolutely wonderful job, very knowledgeable, cleaned up every bit of debris. I am very happy, will use again for my other upcoming projects.

13 January, 2020

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HU-99812671

For years I was responsible for building dreams. I was a builder of custom homes. General Masonry is one of those great companies that deserves your business. Aneta is a wonderful person to work with.

18 December, 2019

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Srikanth Bharatham

Aneta and her team did an amazing job. They were very diligent and took care of the job well done.

17 December, 2019

Svetlana Shafir

General Masonry Construction helped us out in a very difficult situation: we had thin brick on metal sheets installed around the house and on a tall chimney that gave multiple cracks due to faulty installation. While other companies chickened out or tried to overcharge us with no warranty, General Masonry suggested the best way to resolve the issue, showing they really know what they are doing (Chris, the project manager is an engineer by education). They completely redid the chimney using more solid mortar and lath installation and replaced cracked brick on the corners of the house. The best thing about them: they were hard working and completely honest, having our best interests in mind. We are very grateful for their excellent work!

16 December, 2019

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HU-259174842

GMC, especially Chris, was very professional and respectful and courteous towards me. Chris was not condescending when explaining the work that I needed done. He gave me a real estimate for the rebuilding of the chimney and stuck to the estimated amount. The job was completed within the time frame it was said was going to be done. I 100% recommend General Masonry Construction.

26 November, 2019

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alicia monteverde

Have used General masonry many times over the last 5+ years. They have done indoor chimney work, outside stone step work, stone deck replacement, stone walkway replacement, weatherproofing, tuck pointing, and sealing for us. Every job was completed with professionalism and in a timely manner. We rarely had to wait long to get our appointments on the schedule. While they do seem very busy they always make you feel like their most valued customer. Aneta and Chris both answer all questions I might have with detail and extensive knowledge of their craft. In addition, they consistently under bid their competitors and provide excellent warranty coverage for their work. They are trust worthy and have corrected any and all issues for us in the past. We will use them in the future.

2 November, 2017

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Gary Peterson

General Masonry Construction Inc completed my job to my satisfaction. They were polite and professional and did the job for the contracted price.

25 September, 2017Last modified:17 October, 2017

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Anna K

Aneta, Chris and her team are total professionals and a pleasure to work with; excellent craftsmanship, great communication skills! This was our 2nd time hiring GMC and we will definitely hire them for our 3rd project and more! We’ve highly recommended them to family and friends.

23 August, 2017

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Christine Corelli

I can't say enough about the professionalism and great workmanship of General Masonry Services, Inc. I have over 25 years experience working with construction companies and subcontractors, and I know the difference between good, great, and outstanding. GMC has displayed outstanding service in every aspect of my experience with them. I manage a property with 2 large buildings - 56 units. From concept to completion, their concrete work was perfect and their workers were of the highest caliber. I highly recommend them. C. Corelli

9 March, 2017Last modified:9 March, 2017

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C R

It was a pleasure to work with Aneta and Chris at General Masonry Construction. Their communication was great, the explanation of the scope of the project was very detailed and thorough, and the project was completed in a timely manner, very professionally, and with exceptional craftsmanship. I highly recommend this company!

17 December, 2016

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John Doherty

We had a decent sized project with a variety of different masonry work around the house all of which was done by General Masonry and we are very pleased with their work. The exterior around our house looks amazing and they were able to find our rare stone to match to existing facade which is what kept us from contacting someone sooner for the project. The owner is very strict and will not give out many discounts but at the same time very professional and she knows what she is charging for. We are very glad that we were able to find them and we would strongly recommend them to all of our family members, neighbors, and friends.

11 December, 2016Last modified:11 December, 2016

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Lisa G.

We needed a small masonry job done near our fireplace so we could order a fireplace door in time for the holidays. I called General Masonry and Aneta got back to me quickly. Within a few days, the mason came out and did the work. It was of very high quality. Most of all, I appreciated their accommodating us and getting the work done quickly.

30 November, 2016

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David G

Aneta and team were extremely prompt, professional, and guaranteed all of the work. We will hire the team again next fall for the completion of the work. Thank you for a job well done. I recommend General Masonry. DG

10 November, 2016

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zena1999

Our second time hiring GMC to work on our signature stone entrances in our neighborhood sub division. Like the first time, great communication, professional and meticulous attention to detail. True craftsmanship! Very satisfied with the work and highly recommend!

9 November, 2016

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Mark Kopulos

General Masonry Construction did an excellent job on the stone work for our stand alone shed/ garage. General Masonry has skilled and professional workers that truly create a beautiful product. I appreciated the great communication and the fair cost for such a great workmanship.

8 November, 2016

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Richard Friedman

Between the sidewalk and the street sat my old, asphalt driveway apron. It needed to be replaced by a new concrete one. I contacted the contractor who promptly submitted a reasonable bid which I accepted. The contractor had to obtain a permit from the village, comply with local code and work with the village inspector. This entailed posting a bond, which the contractor did on my behalf with its own funds. The contractor kept me posted on progress and was very responsive to all my inquiries. As you can see from the photo, the job was performed very well. I am happy with it and offer my recommendation.

18 October, 2016

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

Thank you Richard for posting your feed back abut your experience with General Masonry Construction, Inc. Glad to know that you liked our office communication skills which allowed you to be updated on your masonry status daily. Also, I was happy to post bond with the Village of Wilmatte seance all our projects are guaranteed and had no doubt that upon completion the bond will be returned back to GMC, Inc.,
Thank you again for the business!

Gal Pissetzky

I hired General Masonry to fix 3 chimneys around my house as well as to build a patio and enlarge my driveway with uniock bricks. They performed the jobs very efficiently and professionally. I did not have to wait long for the jobs to be completed and my house looks great. I would highly recommend them.

2 September, 2016

Sam Pappas

Did work as promised and in a professional manner. Quality of materials was excellent. They cleaned up quickly once the project was completed. I plan on using them again. Great job!!

27 July, 2016

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vegorin

I asked the company to repair the fireplace that was falling apart (crumbling brick, holes in the firebox, etc.) The job was done quickly, professionally, on time, communication was great. No complaints, and will definitely consider this company in the future if I need any masonry work done.

28 December, 2015

JD

jdisani8764

Have used General Masonry Construction about 8 years ago on a project involving stone addition, as well as other masonry repairs through the years. Well know company to some of my neighbors and family members who also speaking highly about them. Would strongly recommend them to all who seeks professional business involving masonry work.

16 December, 2015

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denis429

The crew that worked on my house were exceptional. They were hired to fix some cracked bricks and tuck pointing throughout the exterior of my house. They were very professional, did great work, and went above and beyond what was asked of them. Not only was the work complete, they removed all debris and left my house looking great. I would highly recommend using this company. My only issue was some miscommunication during the initial process of getting the work arranged with the office. It was eventually worked out, but it added some extra stress to the project. They made up for it with their work. All in all, great company and service.

16 December, 2015

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

Denis,
Glad to find out that the final outlook of the project made up for the office issues, which was most likely caused due to so many requests at the same time. However we still would like to thank you for the review & we will take your feedback into consideration to accommodate our future customers!

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jodyot

What a group of professionals and their work was reflected in their professionalism. I had concrete repair, chimney repair and tuck pointing done to my home in a very timely manner with no issues. They kept the work site clean and cleaned after throughly. I would highly recommend them to anyone and not easy to find such a group as most want to work with new concrete only.

11 November, 2015

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L S

Our garden club hired General Masonry Inc.to replace a stone pillar that was leaning due to problems with the foundation. They took the pillar down, cleaned and re-used the stones, created a new foundation and rebuilt the pillar. It looks great. I was especially impressed with the company and how they worked with the village of Wilmette. Often, obtaining permits and follow up electrical work, which was the village's responsibility, takes time. General Masonry Inc. was on top of the communication among all the involved parties and our pillar had electricity within a few days of its completion. I highly recommend them for your next masonry project.

30 September, 2015

Comment from General Masonry Construction Inc.:

Thank you Indian Garden Club for your feed back and all your business!
It was our pleasure to complete the project to your full satisfaction, as well as helping to obtain all necessary permits to comply with the Village of Willamette, IL.

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