Somerset County · New Jersey
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Masonry Contractor in Somerset County, NJ

Masonry repair for Somerset County homes and buildings, with a site visit first and a written proposal that names the scope and one total.

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

Not Every Cracked Wall Needs To Come Down

Often the brick is sound and only the mortar has failed, or one stone has shifted while the rest are fine. A. Pennacchi & Sons inspects the wall first, then quotes the repair that fixes the cause.

We are a specialist masonry contractor, not a general contractor, working across Somerset County from our Hamilton, NJ shop. Four generations of the same family have repaired masonry since 1947. Call (609) 394-7354 or request an estimate.

Repoint Or Rebuild: How We Decide

Repointing fits when the brick or stone is sound and the mortar joints have failed. A rebuild is needed when courses have bowed, cracked or shifted. Older walls also need a mortar matched to the original, since a harder modern mix can damage soft brick, so we use Jahn mortars on historic work.

What Drives The Cost Of Masonry Work In Somerset County

Masonry cost depends on the damage, the material and how much of the structure needs work. Repointing a section costs less than rebuilding a wall, and matching older stone takes more time than matching modern brick.

We price each job after a site visit. A mason walks the property, finds the cause, and you receive a proposal with the scope and one total. Pricing is explained up front.

Masonry Services Available In Somerset County

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

Masonry And Stonework

  • Masonry: structural rebuilding, repointing and repair for brick and stone.
  • Brick: brick repair and custom brickwork, with brick and mortar matched to the existing wall.
  • Stonework: bluestone, limestone and brownstone repair and fabrication, plus stone steps and entrances.
  • Patios: stone steps, stoops and patios, reset or rebuilt when the base underneath has failed.
  • Stucco: stucco repair and traditional three-coat stucco.
  • Plastering: interior plaster repair and ornamental plaster work in older homes.

Chimneys And Waterproofing

Restoration And Preservation

Specialty Trades

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Credentials You Can Check

A. Pennacchi & Sons is a registered New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor (13VH01138400), Registered NJ Historic Preservation Contractor, Jahn Applicator certified, a member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, and licensed, insured and bonded. Our project record includes restoration work at the Princeton University Chapel.

Learn more about us.

Our Masonry Process In Somerset County

  1. Step 01

    1. Request An Estimate

    Call or use the form and describe the damage you can see.

  2. Step 02

    2. Site Visit

    A Pennacchi mason walks the property, inspects the masonry and finds the cause.

  3. Step 03

    3. Written Proposal

    You receive one total and a scope naming the mortar and material to be used.

  4. Step 04

    4. The Work

    Our crew completes the approved work and clears the debris.

See our detailed process for each service.

Masonry In Somerset County Towns

A. Pennacchi & Sons provides masonry services throughout Somerset County, including Somerville, Bernardsville and Basking Ridge, on homes, schools and commercial buildings.

See finished work in our project gallery.

What Somerset County Clients Say

A. Pennacchi & Sons holds a 4.5-star rating from 30 Google reviews. Read them on Google or see all testimonials.

Schedule Your Somerset County Masonry Visit

Walk the wall with a mason before you decide anything. Call A. Pennacchi & Sons at (609) 394-7354 to schedule your Somerset County site visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will you take on small masonry repairs in Somerset County?
Yes. One cracked step or a stretch of loose mortar still gets a site visit and a written proposal, just like a larger job.
Do you work on churches, schools and commercial buildings?
Yes. A. Pennacchi & Sons restores churches, schools and commercial buildings as well as homes, with materials matched to the original.
Do you repair older stone and brick homes?
Yes. Older walls need a mortar matched to the original. A. Pennacchi & Sons is Jahn Applicator certified and a Registered NJ Historic Preservation Contractor.
What Our Clients Say

A Reputation Built On Referrals.

5.0
Countless Google Reviews
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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