A-Z Construction & Restoration
📍 Syracuse & Central NY
FALL SPECIAL: Free Foundation & Chimney Inspections
📞 Call Now: 315-488-5292
SERVING ONONDAGA COUNTY SINCE 1986
A-Z CONSTRUCTION & RESTORATION
Over 40 Years of Syracuse Masonry Excellence. Still Family-Owned.
A-Z Construction & Restoration has been a trusted name for masonry, structural repair, and exterior restoration across Syracuse and Central New York since 1986, founded by John Shinto and still family-owned today. Free estimates. Same-week scheduling.
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- Licensed and Insured
- EPA Lead-Safe Certified
- Family Owned & Operated
- Free Estimates
40
Years Serving Syracuse
Est. 1986
Family Owned & Operated
Five ★
Google Reviews
Fully Covered
Licensed, & Insured
ABOUT US - WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1986 by Syracuse native John Shinto, A-Z Construction & Restoration has built a reputation throughout Central New York for dependable craftsmanship and honest service. John started the company with a simple goal: provide high-quality masonry and restoration work while treating every project as if it were his own home.
Our commitment to masonry excellence is backed by decades of hands-on experience, including thousands of detailed Syracuse chimney inspections and full-scale structural rebuilds.
Over the decades, the business has grown through word-of-mouth and repeat customers, becoming a trusted name for masonry, structural repairs, and exterior restoration. Today the company remains family-owned and operated, with John working alongside his son, John Jr., continuing a tradition of hands-on experience, attention to detail, and pride in serving the Syracuse community.
We are not a franchise. We don’t outsource to subcontractors. The person who estimates your job is the same person overseeing the work. And our customers get John’s direct number, not a call center.
WHY CHOOSE A-Z CONTRACTORS & RESTORATION
What Makes Us Different From Every Other Masonry Contractor in Syracuse
NOT A FRANCHISE. NOT A SUB-CONTRACTOR.
When you call A-Z, you get John Shinto, the same person who founded the company in 1986. He and his son handle estimates and oversee every crew. There’s no handoff to someone who wasn’t at the estimate.
BUILT FOR CNY WINTERS.
120+ inches of snow a year. Hundreds of freeze-thaw cycles. We’ve seen what that does to every type of masonry in Onondaga County, and we spec our materials to hold up to it.
NO HIDDEN FEES. EVER.
Every estimate is written and itemized before work starts. The price we quote is the price on your invoice. No surprises, no change orders without your sign-off.
SAME-WEEK SCHEDULING.
Most estimates happen within 48 hours. Most repairs are done within the same week. Because we believe that waiting shouldn’t be part of the repair.
OUR CREDENTIALS
Licensed, Insured, and Certified — Your Property Is Protected
FULLY LICENSED
Valid contractor license for all residential and commercial masonry work in NYS.FULLY INSURED
Full liability coverage on every project. Your home and property are protected.
EPA LEAD-SAFE CERTIFIED
Certified firm for work on pre-1978 homes. Required for safe restoration on older Syracuse properties.
Residential & Commercial
We serve homeowners and property managers throughout Syracuse and Onondaga County.
what happens when you call a-z
01
You Call is Submit
Reach us at 315-488-5292 or fill out the estimate form. We respond the same day, Monday through Saturday, 7am to 7pm.
02
Free On-Site Inspection
We come to your property, assess the issues, and identify exactly what is needed. No guesswork, no upsell pressure.
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Written Estimate
You receive a clear, itemized written estimate before any work begins. The price we quote is the price you pay.
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Scheduled Repair
We show up on time and leave your property clean. Most ordinary repairs are completed in a single visit.
40 Years of Masonry Work Across Syracuse & Central New York
From chimney rebuilds to foundation crack repairs and basement wall stabilization in Fayetteville to retaining walls in Manlius, here’s a look at the masonry restoration and construction work we’ve completed for homeowners and commercial properties throughout Onondaga County.
FREE ESTIMATES. SAME-WEEK SCHEDULING. CALL 315-488-5292.
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John Shinto is the founder and lead masonry specialist at A-Z Construction & Restoration, a structural masonry and chimney restoration firm serving Syracuse, Onondaga County, and Central New York since 1986. With 40 years of hands-on experience in the trade, John has established himself as one of Central New York’s foremost authorities on masonry preservation and chimney safety.
Starting the company with a commitment to old-world craftsmanship, John has personally overseen thousands of chimney rebuilds, foundation stabilizations, and historic masonry restorations throughout Onondaga and Madison Counties. His expertise is rooted in a deep understanding of how the region’s harsh freeze-thaw cycles impact structural integrity, a perspective that has made A-Z Construction the first call for complex emergency repairs and long-term masonry protection across Central New York.
As a hands-on owner, John ensures that every project meets rigorous safety standards and structural codes. His reputation is built on transparent pricing, technical precision, and a relentless focus on protecting Syracuse homeowners from fire hazards and structural failure. Today John runs the company alongside his son, maintaining the same direct oversight. The person who estimates your job is the same person who oversees the repair.
MASONRY CONTRACTOR QUESTIONS - ANSWERED
Is A-Z Construction a franchise or a local business?
Is A-Z Construction a franchise or a local business?
A-Z Construction & Restoration is a fully independent, family-owned business, not a franchise or chain. Founded in 1986 by Syracuse native John Shinto, the company is now run by John alongside his son. Our crews live and work in Central New York. We don’t outsource to subcontractors. The person who estimates your job is the same person overseeing the repair.
Who owns A-Z Construction & Restoration?
Who owns A-Z Construction & Restoration?
A-Z Construction & Restoration was founded in 1986 by John Shinto, a lifelong Syracuse resident. John still runs the business today alongside his son, carrying on the same hands-on approach the company was built on. He personally handles estimates and is reachable directly at 315-488-5292.
How long has A-Z Construction been in business?
How long has A-Z Construction been in business?
We’ve been serving the Syracuse metropolitan area since 1986 – over 40 years as a family-owned operation. Founded by John Shinto and grown entirely through word-of-mouth and repeat customers, we’ve completed thousands of chimney, foundation, retaining wall, and masonry restoration projects throughout Onondaga County and Central New York.
Are you licensed and insured?
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. We are fully insured with liability coverage on every residential and commercial project. We are also EPA Lead-Safe Certified, which is required for masonry work on homes built before 1978, a common situation given the age of Syracuse’s housing stock.
What areas do you serve near Syracuse?
What areas do you serve near Syracuse?
Our primary service area is Onondaga County, including Syracuse, Fayetteville, Manlius, Liverpool, Clay, DeWitt, Jamesville, Camillus, Solvay, North Syracuse, and East Syracuse. We also regularly serve Cazenovia, Chittenango, and other Madison County communities. Call us at 315-488-5292 and we’ll confirm your area right away.
Do you offer free estimates?
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We offer free, no-obligation on-site estimates for all masonry and restoration work throughout the Syracuse area. Most estimates are scheduled within 48 hours of your call. Call 315-488-5292 or submit our contact form.
WE COME TO YOU. SERVING ALL OF ONONDAGA COUNTY
Core Service Area — Onondaga County
We provide chimney repair, tuckpointing, and masonry restoration throughout Onondaga County and surrounding communities, including Syracuse, Fayetteville, Manlius, DeWitt, Jamesville, Liverpool, Clay, Camillus, Solvay, North Syracuse, and East Syracuse.
We also regularly serve Cazenovia, Nelson, Chittenango, and other Madison County communities to the east.
We come to you. No office visit required. Call 315-488-5292 to schedule your FREE on-site estimate.
READY TO TALK? WE ANSWER EVERY CALL.
Free estimates. Written quotes. Same-week scheduling. No surprises.