"Masonry" covers a lot: brick, block, natural stone, mortar, chimneys, foundations, and the restoration work that keeps all of it standing. Most homeowners don't need to know which trade term fits their problem, they just need one contractor who can look at it, tell them straight what it needs, and do it right. That's what we are: a full-service masonry contractor serving London and Southwestern Ontario for 20+ years.
Our Masonry Services
Whatever the material, we work it. Each link below goes to the detail page for that service:
- Brick repairspalling, cracked, and missing brick replaced and matched
- Tuckpointingheritage and modern mortar restoration with a fine finished line
- Repointingstructural mortar-joint replacement
- Chimney repair & rebuildscrowns, caps, flashing, rebuilds
- Chimney inspectionsfor insurance, real estate, and wood-stove approval
- Pargingsmooth, durable foundation coatings
- Foundation repaircracks, water intrusion, structural masonry
- Concrete workdriveways, patios, steps, slabs, footings
- Flagstone & stoneworkpatios, walls, walkways, veneer
- Block workconcrete block walls, garages, and structural masonry
- Commercial masonrysee our commercial services
Residential & Commercial Masonry
We work on heritage Victorian homes in Old North, mid-century homes across London, new builds in Byron and Masonville, and commercial and institutional buildings downtown. Heritage masonry in particular demands the right approach, soft historic brick needs lime-based mortar, not modern Portland cement, or you trap moisture and accelerate the damage. We know the difference and use the right mix for the building in front of us.
Signs You Need a Masonry Contractor
- Crumbling, soft, or missing mortar joints
- Spalling brick, faces flaking, popping, or breaking off
- Stair-step cracks through brick or block walls
- White efflorescence, water is moving through the masonry
- A leaning, cracked, or water-stained chimney
- Bowing or bulging walls, possible structural movement
- Foundation cracks or a failing parge coat
- Loose, shifted, or sunken stonework
Catching masonry problems early is almost always far cheaper than waiting, water damage compounds every winter.
Why Choose Lancaster FBC?
- One contractor for everything masonrybrick, block, stone, concrete, chimney, foundation
- 20+ years in London & Southwestern Ontariofamily-run since 2005
- Chimney specialistsfull solid-fuel and masonry credentials
- Heritage-trainedlime mortar, colour matching, conservation practices
- Licensed & fully insuredcommercial liability + WSIB coverage
- Honest, written, itemized quotesno surprises, no pressure
- You deal with Matt directlynot a call centre · bilingual (EN/FR)
Masonry Service Area
We provide masonry services throughout London (all neighbourhoods including Old North, Old East Village, Byron, Masonville, Lambeth, Wortley Village) plus St. Thomas, Strathroy, Woodstock, Ingersoll, Stratford, St. Marys, Port Stanley, Aylmer, Mount Brydges, Komoka, Thorndale, Ilderton, and Dorchester. See all service areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a masonry contractor do?
A masonry contractor builds and repairs anything made of brick, block, or stone, including walls, chimneys, foundations, parging, tuckpointing, and stonework. We handle all of it under one roof.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, Lancaster FBC is fully licensed, carries commercial liability insurance, and is WSIB-covered. We handle chimney and wood-burning appliance work to code. We'll provide proof on request.
Do you do heritage masonry restoration?
Yes. We're heritage-trained and use lime-based mortar and proper colour matching for pre-1950 brick, which protects soft historic masonry instead of damaging it the way hard modern cement does.
Do you offer free quotes?
Always. Every quote is a free, no-obligation on-site visit with a written, itemized price.
What's the best time of year for masonry work in London?
Mortar and concrete need temperatures above about 5°C to cure, so most masonry runs April through October in Southwestern Ontario. Interior work and inspections happen year-round.
Explore Our Services
Brick repair · tuckpointing · chimney repair · foundation repair · parging · concrete · flagstone & stonework · all services
Free Quote · No Obligation Call Matt at 519-671-3323 or email [email protected]. Family-run since 2005. Serving London · St. Thomas · Strathroy · Woodstock · Ingersoll · Stratford · Port Stanley.