Mercer County · New Jersey
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Masonry Contractor in Lawrenceville, NJ

Brick, stone, steps and historic masonry in Lawrenceville, from the family masons whose record includes the Lawrenceville School.

1947Founded4Generations(609) 394-7354NJ Office
Masonry Contractor in Lawrenceville, NJ

Masonry Problems Start Small

A masonry wall can stay sound for years, then one wet winter loosens a joint and the next loosens the one beside it. A. Pennacchi & Sons inspects Lawrenceville properties in person before naming a repair, because a photo does not show whether the problem is the mortar, the brick, or water coming from somewhere else.

Our record in Lawrence Township includes the Lawrenceville School and the Lawrence school district. We serve Lawrenceville and the 08648 area from our shop in Hamilton. Call (609) 394-7354.

You can also request an estimate online.

Matching The Original Material

Older brick and stone need a softer mortar than new construction. Use the wrong one and the brick cracks instead of the mortar, which is a much harder repair. A. Pennacchi & Sons is Jahn Applicator certified, a certification for restoring older brick and stone, and matches repairs to the original.

Our Masonry Services

A. Pennacchi & Sons crew laying brick on the side of a home

Masonry And Stonework

  • Masonry: repairs, repointing and rebuilding
  • Brick repair, with brick and mortar matched to the original
  • Stonework in bluestone, limestone and brownstone
  • Steps, stoops, porches and patios
  • Stucco repair
  • Interior plastering

Chimneys And Waterproofing

Restoration And Specialty Work

From A Customer

The best in the business. Ask for Paul.

Bill Cunningham, Google review (general masonry)

Read all our reviews on Google. More customers describe their jobs on our testimonials page. Photos of finished work are in our project gallery.

Pricing And Process

The damage, the material and how much of the structure is involved set the price. Poor drainage around a property can also point to a larger problem than the visible crack. After a site visit you get a written proposal with the scope and one total, and our masons do the work once you approve it.

How It Works

  1. Step 01

    Call Or Request An Estimate

    Tell us what needs repair.

  2. Step 02

    Site Visit

    We inspect the masonry and look for the cause.

  3. Step 03

    Written Proposal

    The scope and a single total.

  4. Step 04

    The Work

    Our masons complete the approved repair.

See our detailed process for each service.

Credentials

  • Established 1947, four generations of the Pennacchi family.
  • Registered NJ Historic Preservation Contractor.
  • Member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers.
  • Jahn Applicator certified.
  • NJ Home Improvement Contractor #13VH01138400. Licensed, insured and bonded.

Learn more about us and our four generations in the trade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Serve The 08648 Area?
Yes. A. Pennacchi & Sons works throughout Lawrenceville and Lawrence Township, including 08648, and the rest of Mercer County.
How Do I Choose A Contractor For Historic Masonry?
Ask about experience with older mortars and materials, and look for a contractor who inspects in person before quoting. A. Pennacchi & Sons has worked on masonry since 1947, is a Registered NJ Historic Preservation Contractor, and is Jahn Applicator certified.
Is My Job Too Small?
No. One loose brick or a single set of steps still gets an inspection and a written proposal.
Can You Match The Brick Or Stone On My House?
A. Pennacchi & Sons looks for brick or stone that matches the size, color and texture of the original, and matches the mortar color as well. With older materials an exact match is not always available, and the proposal says what will be used.
What Our Clients Say

A Reputation Built On Referrals.

5.0
Countless Google Reviews
MA

Michael Atkin

8 reviews

10 Months Ago

“Knowledgeable, professional, reliable. Sent 6 masons to get the waterproofing job done quickly. Highly recommended. Has the knowhow to get the job done right the first time. A trustworthy expert firm.”

Basement Waterproofing
LH

Lauren Hilton

1 review · 1 photo

A Year Ago

“I had a roofer come out for a small leak in my attic. He fixed it and while up on the roof took pictures of my chimney. Told me I had a big problem. Lot of mortar missing. I called A. Pennacchi & Sons. Paul came out the next day. He told me what needed to be done and gave me a price. I asked him if I should add a few bricks to the top. He said "why do you want to spend more money?" What contractor says that? The men came out a few days later. On time, polite, got right to work, and cleaned up like they were never there. Paul had given me a choice of colors. His price was the best one. My chimney now looks absolutely beautiful. I would give them 10 stars.”

Chimney Repoint
RT

Rich Treichler

11 reviews

A Year Ago

“Great experience with Paul and the Pennacchi team. We contracted this firm to waterproof our basement and replace our basement windows. Nick was excellent at coordinating the effort, including preparation, window replacement, waterproofing, clean up, and follow up to inquire about and resolve a few questions. Happy to recommend Pennacchi and Sons.”

Basement Waterproofing
BG

Brenda Giannacio

1 review

A Year Ago

“A. Pennacchi & Sons has offered outstanding service since our first meeting. Honest, reliable, knowledgeable, and very responsive. The staff take pride in their work and are very respectful of your home. We highly recommend using them if you are having issues with a wet basement. We cannot thank them enough.”

Basement Waterproofing
JA

Jackson Adolph

2 reviews

A Year Ago

“Pennacchi sealed our basement 2 years ago. After a recent heavy rain we noticed seepage and asked Pennacchi to look at it. They sent Nick, who did an excellent job diagnosing the problem, finding the most likely seepage site, and then repairing it. Nick came by the next day, inspected the repair, and also improved sealing of 2 utility pipe entries. The rapid response, competency, diligence, and follow-up were excellent.”

Basement Waterproofing Repair
MA

Mmm Aaa

Local Guide · 19 reviews · 24 photos

2 Years Ago

“We are so impressed with Pennacchi & Sons. Multiple people recommended this company as the best in the region. For a company with a huge legacy, working throughout the county, there was no hesitation to see what our small job looked like and whether they could help. The crew was friendly, timely, and efficient. Ray walked us through the process, gave us a play-by-play for the best understanding of the work, and answered tons of questions. The end result was better than the original.”

Masonry Restoration
MS

Michael Su

Local Guide · 11 reviews · 1 photo

2 Years Ago

“Pennacchi has an exceptional reputation and we now have firsthand experience of their stellar work. The precision craftsmanship and professionalism are impressive. We had our chimneys repointed, brickwork restored, and a basement wall resealed. It all blends seamlessly and looks gorgeous. Ask for Sam as your foreman if you can, he was amazing. The entire crew was fantastic. Kudos to Paul and the leadership for building a great team. Impeccable service and beautiful finished product.”

Chimney & Basement Sealing
AA

Adam Arif

Local Guide · 98 reviews · 1,020 photos

2 Years Ago

“Pennacchi & Sons does amazing work. They restored my front door steps which were in bad condition. They fixed all the chips and cracks and painted them. Very professional and great service.”

Stone Step Restoration
VC

Victoria Chow

9 reviews · 9 photos

3 Years Ago

“Water was getting into my house because of the old brick exterior. It needed to be repointed and painted on the interior. Although this was a very small job, Paul and his son Paul Junior were incredibly professional, listened, and addressed my concerns. I left their crew to complete the work without being home and everything was safe and secure when I got back. They kept their work areas clean and took away their trash. Paul’s price was the most competitive. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.”

Brick Repointing
WR

Wayne Richardson

8 reviews · 1 photo

3 Years Ago

“My basement was leaking really bad and had 2 different companies come out and try to fix the problem with no luck. Decided to try a third time and luckily I came across APS. They came out and did amazing work and solved all my issues. Put in a French drain, sump pump, and stuccoed the walls. They had to fix all the problems the other companies did, and it was a great experience working with them. Paul was extremely professional. Highly recommend if you need the job done right the first time.”

French Drain & Waterproofing
SB

S. B.

Local Guide · 14 reviews

3 Years Ago

“These guys did a great job on my chimney with stucco.”

Chimney Stucco
SS

Shibani Sharma

8 reviews

3 Years Ago

“Excellent work. Very professional.”

General Masonry
ES

Ellen Scanlon

Local Guide · 13 reviews · 1 photo

5 Years Ago

“Pennacchi is the best. We had several jobs done in the past few months and found Paul and team to deliver exceptional work and service for reasonable prices. Very knowledgeable and professional. We had the basement waterproofed, foundation redone, and steps repointed. Extremely satisfied.”

Foundation & Waterproofing
BC

Bill Cunningham

Local Guide · 78 reviews · 265 photos

5 Years Ago

“The best in the business. Ask for Paul. Tell him Billy C. sent ya.”

General Masonry
KT

Katia Ten Eyck

Local Guide · 24 reviews · 69 photos

6 Years Ago

“We hired Pennacchi and Sons to waterproof our basement. We did not necessarily have issues, we just wanted to prevent any moisture problems in the future. We consulted with a few other people before speaking with Paul, the owner. Paul came up with an effective and cost-effective solution for us. We are very happy with the service and highly recommend Paul to everyone.”

Basement Waterproofing
JM

John Monsport

7 reviews · 1 photo

6 Years Ago

“These guys did an amazing job for us. 20 years of trying to get my basement dry and these guys finally got it to work. We actually had another company do it 15 years ago but we always got water back. Paul and his brothers worked hard and they cleaned us up as well. Thanks for letting me tell this story guys.”

Basement Waterproofing
MS

Mike Salvador

2 reviews

6 Years Ago

“I hired Pennacchi and Sons to do repair work on my chimney. In the 3 days they were here, they did an excellent job from start to finish. They also left my home in the same condition as it was before they came. I could not recommend this company more and would definitely hire them again if I needed future masonry work done.”

Chimney Repair
MB

MeghanB

16 reviews · 2 photos

6 Years Ago

“Gorgeous job repairing and painting my chimney.”

Chimney Repair & Paint
BK

B. K.

Local Guide · 56 reviews · 1 photo

6 Years Ago

“You want the best, call Paul at Pennacchi & Sons. Great work and he stands by all his work. A++”

General Masonry
MP

Marcus Padulchick

Local Guide · 102 reviews · 32 photos

7 Years Ago

“I would use them again. We needed a front porch and patio repaired. They did a great job and are very responsive to follow up. Attention to detail is certainly something I was impressed with.”

Porch & Patio Repair