Chimney Repair & Rebuilding
Repointing, brick replacement, spalling repair, crown-related masonry, partial rebuilding, full chimney rebuilds and masonry associated with liner and flashing problems.
Masonry Services Across PEI
Repair, restoration and natural stonework built around the masonry trade.
DinoMac Masonry provides specialized masonry services throughout Prince Edward Island, from chimney repairs and residential repointing to natural stone features, historic restoration and larger building maintenance projects.
We are a masonry contractor first. That means the focus stays on brick, stone, mortar, block, fireplaces, chimneys and foundations rather than treating masonry as one item on a long general-construction list.
Not Sure Which Service?
Send us the problem, not the diagnosis.
You do not need to know whether the work is repointing, rebuilding, restoration or something else before contacting us.
Send clear photos, the project location and a short description of what you are seeing. We can help determine which type of masonry repair makes sense.
DinoMac is PEI's highest-rated masonry contractor, with a long-standing reputation island-wide.
About DinoMac
Core Services
Six main areas of masonry work
Each service has its own detailed page with more information about common problems, repair methods and what to look for.
Masonry Restoration & Repointing
Brick, stone and block repointing, mortar renewal, isolated unit replacement, crack-related repairs, selective rebuilding and correction of failed previous repairs.
Natural Stone Masonry
Natural stone veneer, full-bed stone, entrance pillars, walls, steps, fireplaces, hearths, flagstone and custom architectural stonework.
Heritage Masonry Restoration
Restoration of historic brick and stone using compatible mortar, careful repointing, selective rebuilding and preservation-minded repair methods.
Custom Fireplaces & Fireplace Hearths
Firebrick, refractory mortar, hearth repairs, natural stone and brick surrounds, older fireplace restoration and selected masonry rebuilding.
Foundation Repair & Concrete Masonry
Stone and concrete-block foundation repair, repointing, parging, localized rebuilding, selected grouting and related masonry repairs.
Featured Service • Chimney Repair PEI
Chimney repair and rebuilding is a core DinoMac service.
DinoMac repairs brick and stone chimneys across Prince Edward Island, including failed mortar joints, spalled masonry, crown-related deterioration, water-damaged sections and chimneys that need partial or complete rebuilding.
The repair-first approach is the same one used throughout DinoMac's restoration work: identify the cause, retain sound masonry where practical and rebuild only the areas whose condition actually requires it.
From a 5-Star Google Review
“We recently built a new house and utilized DinoMac Masonry for the chimney and several stone columns. Dean and his team were lovely to deal with and were prompt, tidy and have great attention to detail. Dean made a few suggestions along the way to improve the design slightly and we love how they turned out.”
Tony and Adrienne Reed
Repair & Restoration
Most masonry does not fail all at once.
Mortar joints open gradually. A few bricks begin to spall. One section of stone loosens. A chimney starts taking on water. Small cracks appear around an opening.
Those early signs are often the best time to act, because a localized repair may still be possible while most of the surrounding masonry remains sound.
DinoMac's restoration approach is to identify the cause, preserve sound masonry where practical and avoid turning a repair into a larger rebuild unless the condition actually requires it.
Common Repair Work
✓Repointing failed mortar joints
✓Replacing spalled or cracked brick
✓Resetting loose natural stone
✓Rebuilding localized unstable sections
✓Repairing cracks and masonry openings
✓Correcting failed previous masonry repairs
Natural Stone
One of DinoMac's defining specialties.
Natural stone requires a different kind of judgment from manufactured masonry. Every stone varies in shape, face, thickness and visual weight, so layout happens continuously while the wall is being built.
DinoMac's background includes generations of family stonemasonry knowledge, applied today to new stone construction as well as restoration work.
Projects range from stone veneer and fireplaces to entrance pillars, steps, walls and larger architectural features.
Natural Stone Services
Masonry Problems We Commonly See
The damage often points toward the cause.
Different symptoms can overlap, but these are some of the conditions that regularly lead owners to call a mason.
Cracked or Missing Mortar
Open joints allow more water into the wall and can reduce how well the masonry works together as a system.
Spalling Brick
Brick faces breaking away are commonly associated with saturation, freeze-thaw exposure, incompatible repairs or a combination of conditions.
Loose Stone
Failed joints, movement or internal deterioration can leave individual stones unstable even when much of the wall remains sound.
Chimney Deterioration
Above-roof masonry takes heavy exposure from rain, snow, wind and freeze-thaw cycling, so damage can progress quickly once water gets in.
Foundation Cracking
Foundation cracks can result from minor localized conditions or larger movement, so the repair should follow an assessment of the actual wall.
Recurring Water Entry
Flashing, caps, sills, drainage and masonry joints all need to be considered when water keeps returning to the same area.
Heritage & Older Buildings
Old masonry should not automatically be repaired like new masonry.
Older brick and stone can contain softer materials, lime-rich mortars and wall systems designed to manage moisture differently from modern construction.
DinoMac works on historic homes, churches, schoolhouses, estates and other older buildings where mortar compatibility and preservation of original masonry matter.
Larger heritage projects can also be planned in phases so owners, boards and property managers can address the most vulnerable areas first.
Heritage Masonry ServicesFor Property Owners & Managers
Sometimes the best masonry service is a repair plan.
A large building or portfolio can contain several masonry problems at the same time, but they do not all carry the same urgency.
Condition Review
Identify loose masonry, active deterioration, recurring water entry and other areas that deserve closer attention.
Prioritize Repairs
Address safety concerns, active water problems and rapidly deteriorating areas before lower-priority cosmetic work.
Phase Larger Projects
Break substantial restoration work into logical stages that can be budgeted and completed over multiple seasons where appropriate.
Additional Masonry Work
If it involves brick, stone, block or mortar, ask us.
Not every project fits neatly into one of the six main service categories. DinoMac also takes on selected masonry work associated with renovations, repairs and exterior improvements.
✓Limestone and natural stone sills
✓Stone and masonry steps
✓Gate and entrance pillars
✓Barn stone repair and rebuilding
✓Masonry openings and close-ups
✓Interior brick and stonework
✓Selected landscape masonry
✓Waterproofing-related masonry repairs
Unsure?
Photos are the easiest place to start.
Send a full view of the area, a few close-ups, the community where the project is located and a short explanation of what you would like repaired or built.
Send a Project InquiryCustom Outdoor Masonry
DinoMac for custom masonry, ModuStone for modular outdoor living.
DinoMac builds selected custom stone and masonry outdoor features. Sister company ModuStone focuses on modular outdoor kitchens, fire pits and fireplaces designed as complete repeatable systems.
The two companies serve different types of projects, but both come from the same underlying masonry experience.
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Why DinoMac
A specialist masonry contractor with a reputation built across PEI.
DinoMac combines generations of family stonemasonry knowledge with modern restoration methods and years of work on homes, chimneys, stone features, historic properties and larger buildings across Prince Edward Island.
The approach is straightforward: understand the problem, explain the options, use the right material for the existing masonry and avoid selling a larger repair than the building actually needs.
DinoMac is PEI's highest-rated masonry contractor and has built a long-standing island-wide reputation for workmanship and attention to detail.
What clients can expect
✓Straightforward repair advice
✓Attention to mortar and material compatibility
✓Strong natural stone experience
✓Respect for existing and historic masonry
✓Work planned for PEI weather conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about our masonry services
What types of masonry work does DinoMac Masonry do?
DinoMac works on chimney repair and rebuilding, brick and stone restoration, repointing, natural stone masonry, heritage restoration, fireplaces and hearths, stone and block foundations, parging and selected concrete masonry work throughout Prince Edward Island.
Do you repair existing masonry as well as build new masonry?
Yes. A large part of DinoMac's work is repair and restoration, including repointing, selective brick or stone replacement and localized rebuilding. DinoMac also completes selected new stone and masonry construction.
Do you take on small masonry repairs?
Yes, depending on the project and scheduling. Small repairs are often worth addressing before water and freeze-thaw cycles turn them into larger repairs. Photos and a project location are useful for an initial review.
Do you work on commercial and institutional buildings?
Yes. DinoMac works with homeowners, property owners, property managers, churches, community organizations and other building owners on repair, restoration and maintenance planning.
Do you work across all of Prince Edward Island?
DinoMac serves projects throughout Prince Edward Island. Project size, scheduling and travel requirements can affect availability for work farther from central PEI.
How do I know whether masonry should be repaired or rebuilt?
The decision depends on stability, the amount of deterioration, the cause of the damage and how much sound original masonry remains. DinoMac generally prefers to preserve sound material and rebuild only the areas that actually require it.
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Start with the symptom, then move toward the repair.
You do not need to diagnose the building before contacting a mason. These guides answer the questions that most often determine which service is actually needed.
Chimney
Why is my chimney leaking?
Use the leak pattern to separate crown, flashing, cap and masonry problems.
Brick & Movement
What do masonry cracks mean?
Compare common crack patterns and learn when movement deserves structural review.
Foundation
Why is my basement wet?
Separate drainage and moisture problems from actual foundation deterioration.
Repointing
What does proper repointing involve?
See what should happen before, during and after deteriorated mortar is replaced.
Fireplace
Does cracked firebrick need repair?
Understand firebox damage, refractory repair and when broader inspection is appropriate.
Inspection
Mason or structural engineer?
Use movement, support and repair-design questions to decide who should assess the problem.
Ready to Discuss the Work?
If the masonry problem is already clear, skip the research and send the project details.
Tell DinoMac what you are seeing, where the property is located and what you would like to accomplish. If you have photos, they can help establish the next step.
Start With the Project
Need masonry work in Prince Edward Island?
Tell us what you are seeing, where the property is located and what you would like to accomplish. Clear photographs are helpful for repair inquiries.