Business Details
46 Years
experience
Expert Masonry Restoration Services in Chicago
Marion Restoration stands as the premier firm in the Midwest dedicated to architectural restoration and conservation. Our senior staff brings over 100 years of combined masonry expertise, enabling us to evaluate, analyze, and restore commercial, residential, and institutional buildings to the highest standards. We specialize in joint repointing, masonry reconstruction, brick and stone repairs, terra cotta refurbishment, and more. As the only Midwest firm with certified conservators on staff, we ensure unparalleled quality in historic preservation. Established in 1980, we serve Chicagoland and neighboring states including Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Iowa.Our portfolio includes landmark projects like Graceland Cemetery, North Point Water Tower, and the Dawes House. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver durable, aesthetically authentic solutions. Our team provides consultation services, condition assessments, and specialized training to meet diverse client needs. With decades of experience, we remain committed to advancing the art and science of masonry restoration while maintaining the integrity of historic structures.
Services
Joint Repointing
Masonry Reconstruction
Terra Cotta Restoration
Masonry Cleaning
Concrete Repair
Fireplace Restoration
Monument Conservation
Traditional Surface Finishes
Stone Repair
Foundation Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined masonry restoration experience.
- Our team includes certified conservators unavailable elsewhere in the Midwest.
- We serve five states with specialized historic preservation expertise.
- We provide consultation and training alongside hands-on restoration work.
- We maintain historical authenticity while ensuring structural durability.
Services
Joint Repointing
Joint repointing restores deteriorated mortar joints in brick, stone, and concrete structures. We use historic mortar matching and modern techniques to ensure structural integrity and weather resistance. Our services include bead, ribbon, and specialty joint repairs for both historic and contemporary buildings.
Terra Cotta Restoration
Terra cotta restoration addresses cracked, spalled, or eroded ceramic architectural elements. We provide glaze conservation, fracture repair, and custom matching replacements while preserving original finishes. Our team specializes in historic building restoration across commercial and institutional properties.
Masonry Cleaning
Masonry cleaning removes paint, biological growth, and pollutants from brick, stone, and concrete surfaces. We employ gentle techniques like limewashing and efflorescence neutralization to preserve material integrity while enhancing aesthetic appeal for historic and modern structures.
Concrete Repair
Concrete repair services address non-structural damage, cracks, and cosmetic issues in architectural concrete. We offer reinforcement, patching, staining, and protective coatings to extend the lifespan of commercial and residential concrete elements while maintaining visual consistency.
Monument Conservation
Monument conservation preserves historic grave markers, tombstones, and memorials through cleaning, crack repair, and lead joint restoration. Our specialists use traditional methods to maintain historical accuracy while ensuring structural stability for cemetery monuments and institutional memorials.
Questions
What areas do you serve for restoration projects?
We serve Chicago, Illinois and neighboring states including Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Iowa for commercial and historic masonry restoration.
Do you work on both historic and modern buildings?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation while also providing modern masonry repair solutions for residential, commercial, and institutional properties.
What makes your team uniquely qualified?
Our senior staff has over 100 years of combined masonry experience, including certified conservators who provide specialized expertise unavailable elsewhere in the Midwest.
Can you match original materials for historic repairs?
Yes, we offer custom mortar matching, brick and stone replacement, and terra cotta fabrication to maintain historical accuracy in restoration projects.
What types of masonry services do you offer?
We provide joint repointing, masonry cleaning, concrete repair, terra cotta restoration, monument conservation, and comprehensive structural restoration services for all masonry types.
