A-Z Construction & Restoration

📍 Syracuse & Central NY

❄️ SPRING THAW SPECIAL: Free Foundation & Chimney Inspections

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SERVING ONONDAGA COUNTY SINCE 1986

Masonry Contractors in Syracuse, NY

Full-service structural masonry for Onondaga County homeowners and commercial properties — chimney, foundation, hardscape, and restoration. Licensed, insured, family-owned since 1984. Call 315-488-5292.

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40

Years Serving Syracuse

Est. 1986

Family Owned & Operated

Five ★

Google Reviews

EPA

Lead-Safe Certified

Syracuse Masonry Work That Holds Up to CNY Winters

¶1 — The Problem:

Clay soil. 120 inches of snow. Hundreds of freeze-thaw cycles every year. Syracuse doesn’t just wear masonry down. It finds and reveals every weakness, every winter.

¶2 — The Company:

A-Z has been doing this work specifically in Onondaga County since 1986. Not a national franchise or general contractor who does masonry on the side. We only do masonry and structural restoration.

¶3 — The Scope:

From chimney repair and foundation work to retaining walls, custom steps, stucco, and hardscapes — A-Z handles the full scope of structural masonry Onondaga County demands.

WHY CHOOSE A-Z CONTRACTORS & RESTORATION

Masonry Services We Provide in Onondaga County

From chimney rebuilds to foundation crack repair, retaining walls to commercial stonework, A-Z handles the full scope of structural masonry for Central New York homes and properties.

CHIMNEY REPAIR & REBUILDS

Structural inspection, tuckpointing, crown repair, liner replacement, full rebuilds. Most common A-Z service.

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FOUNDATION CRACK REPAIR

Step cracks, wall cracks, parging, basement wall repointing and restoration. Dedicated masonry repair, not pier systems.

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FIREPLACE RESTORATION

Firebox repair, hearth restoration, surround work, brick and mortar replacement.

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RETAINING WALLS, PATIOS, AND HARDSCAPING

New construction and repair of retaining walls, patio installation, hardscaping, and outdoor masonry.

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CONCRETE SIDEWALK & WALKWAY REPAIR

Crack repair, trip hazard grinding, slab replacement, and new walk installation. Serving Onondaga County homeowners and commercial properties.

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STUCCO REPAIR & RESTORATION

Stucco crack repair, delamination, and full surface restoration for Syracuse homes. Matched materials, freeze-thaw rated application.

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CUSTOM STEPS & HARDSCAPES

Bluestone, brick, and concrete step construction. Custom hardscape design and installation.

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GARAGE FLOOR REPAIRS

Concrete floor crack repair, resurfacing, and restoration for residential and commercial garages.

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COMMERCIAL MASONRY

Property managers, HOAs, municipalities, institutional buildings. Full commercial scope.

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Why Syracuse Homeowners and Property Managers Choose A-Z

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 oversee every crew. There’s no handoff to someone who wasn’t at the estimate.

BUILT FOR CENTRAL NEW YORK WINTERS.

120+ inches of snow. Hundreds of freeze-thaw cycles. We specify materials that hold up to exactly that. We’ve been doing it in Onondaga County and Central NY for 40 years.

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 assessments happen within 48 hours of your call. Most repairs are completed within the same week. Waiting shouldn’t be part of the repair.

FREE ESTIMATES. SAME-WEEK SCHEDULING. CALL 315-488-5292.

OUR CREDENTIALS

Licensed, Insured, and Certified — Your Property Is Protected

FULLY LICENSED

Valid NYS contractor license for all residential and commercial masonry work.

FULLY INSURED

Full liability coverage on every project. Your home and property are protected.

EPA LEAD-SAFE CERTIFIED

Required for safe restoration work on pre-1978 homes. Critical for older Syracuse properties.

Residential & Commercial

Serving homeowners and property managers throughout Onondaga County and Central NY.

How It Works — From First Call to Finished Job

01

You Call or Submit

Reach us at 315-488-5292 or by our estimate form. Same-day response, Mon–Sat 7am–7pm.

02

Free On-Site Assessment

We visit your property and assess the work needed: masonry, structural condition, and scope, with no upsell pressure.

03

Written Estimate

Itemized, written, before any work begins. The price quoted is the price invoiced.

04

Scheduled Work

On time. Clean site. Most jobs completed within the same week as the estimate.

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MASONRY CONTRACTOR QUESTIONS - ANSWERED

Frequently asked by Syracuse and Onondaga County homeowners.
What does a masonry contractor do?

What does a masonry contractor do?

A masonry contractor builds, repairs, and restores structures made of brick, block, stone, and concrete. In Syracuse, the most common masonry work includes chimney repair and rebuilds, foundation crack repair, retaining walls, steps and hardscapes, stucco repair, and fireplace restoration. A licensed masonry contractor handles the structural integrity of these elements, not just cosmetic patching.

How much does masonry work cost in Syracuse?

Masonry repair costs in Syracuse vary widely by service type. Minor repairs like chimney crown patching start around $250. Tuckpointing a full chimney runs $400-$1,200. Foundation crack repair typically ranges $300-$2,500. Full chimney rebuilds can reach $15,000+. Retaining walls, patios, and hardscape projects are quoted on a project basis. Every job starts with a free on-site assessment and written estimate.

Do you do commercial masonry work in Syracuse?

Yes. A-Z Construction serves property management companies, HOAs, multi-unit residential buildings, municipalities, and institutional properties throughout Onondaga County. Commercial projects include chimney and facade repair, exterior brick restoration, retaining walls, concrete work, and scheduled maintenance contracts. The same owner oversight that applies to residential work applies to every commercial job.

How do I know if I need a masonry contractor or a specialty contractor?

If the problem involves brick, block, stone, or concrete — cracking, spalling, deterioration, water infiltration — that’s a masonry contractor’s work. If a foundation is actively shifting or requires engineered underpinning or pier systems, that’s a structural specialty contractor. If a chimney needs sweeping or cleaning, that’s a certified chimney sweep. A-Z will tell you honestly which category your project falls into at your free assessment.

Are you licensed to work on pre-1978 homes in New York State?

Yes. A-Z Construction is an EPA Lead-Safe Certified firm, which is required for renovation, repair, and painting work on pre-1978 homes and buildings where lead paint may be present. This certification is particularly relevant for older Syracuse properties and historic homes in Onondaga County. Documentation is available on request.

Masonry Contractors Serving Syracuse and Onondaga County

A-Z Construction serves homeowners and commercial properties throughout Onondaga County and surrounding communities. From Syracuse’s historic neighborhoods to newer construction in Manlius and Fayetteville, to rural properties in Madison County, if it’s masonry, we cover it.

We come to you. No office visit required.  Call 315-488-5292 to schedule your FREE on-site assessment.

40 years. Every trade. One crew. One number.

Call 315-488-5292 or use our convenient estimate request form. Licensed masonry contractors serving Onondaga County. We quote it. We do it. We stand behind it.

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