Tuckpointing & Masonry Repair
in Elk Grove Village
Elk Grove Village residential neighborhoods and commercial properties have trusted Coast To Coast Masonry Group, Inc. for over 30 years. From 1960s brick ranches on Devon Avenue to industrial facilities in the Centex Business Park — we handle masonry repair at every scale, done right the first time.
Elk Grove Village Masonry — Residential and Commercial
Elk Grove Village is one of the Northwest Suburbs' most complete communities — a mix of well-established residential neighborhoods developed in the 1960s and one of the largest business parks in the United States. Both the homes and the commercial properties have significant masonry repair needs, and both require a contractor who understands the difference between residential-grade work and commercial-scale project management.
The brick ranch homes and two-stories on Elk Grove Village streets like Devon Avenue, Biesterfield Road, and Tonne Road were built during the construction boom of the 1960s and early 1970s. At 50–60 years old, these homes are in the heart of the masonry maintenance window — original mortar has reached end of service life and is actively allowing water infiltration through deteriorated joints.
CTC Masonry has worked in Elk Grove Village since 1994. We know the housing stock, the commercial building types, and the specific challenges of a community built at speed during Chicago's postwar suburban expansion. Every project — residential or commercial — is led personally by a company founder. No subcontracting, no day laborers, no surprises.
"Elk Grove Village is interesting because you've got two completely different worlds side by side. The residential neighborhoods are classic postwar construction — brick ranches, solid materials, but the mortar is done after 60 years. Then you've got the industrial park with CMU block warehouses and commercial facades that have their own set of issues. We've done both for 30 years out here. Whether it's a homeowner on Biesterfield who needs tuckpointing or a property manager in the business park with a deteriorating loading dock wall — we show up the same way and do the work the same way."
Masonry Challenges Specific to Elk Grove Village
Residential neighborhoods and a major commercial park — two markets, one expert contractor
1960s Residential Brick at 60 Years
Elk Grove Village's residential boom produced brick homes now approaching or past the 60-year mark. Original mortar designed for a 30–40 year service life has been overdue for repointing for two decades in many cases.
Commercial & Industrial Masonry
The Elk Grove Village business park contains hundreds of CMU block and brick commercial structures that require periodic repointing, crack repair, and waterproofing to maintain envelope integrity and pass facility inspections.
Northwest Suburban Freeze-Thaw
Elk Grove Village averages 50+ freeze-thaw cycles annually. Water in deteriorated mortar joints expands on freezing, systematically widening every crack — turning hairline gaps into structural failures over time.
O'Hare Proximity — Vibration Effects
Properties near the O'Hare International Airport corridor experience low-level structural vibration from aircraft. Over years, this accelerates micro-cracking in mortar joints — particularly in older, more brittle mortar formulations.
Lintel Corrosion in 1960s Construction
Steel lintels in 1960s Elk Grove Village homes and commercial buildings are at high risk of corrosion after 60 years. Corroding lintels expand and push brick outward — creating visible cracks and eventual structural failure at window and door openings.
Chimney Deterioration at Scale
The majority of Elk Grove Village single-family homes have masonry chimneys, many with original 1960s crowns and flashing. Failed crowns are the most common entry point for water damage — causing interior framing and drywall damage.
Masonry Services in Elk Grove Village
Residential tuckpointing, chimney repair, and commercial CMU block work — all under one roof
Tuckpointing & Repointing
Full mortar removal and replacement for Elk Grove Village brick homes and commercial facades. Minimum ¾" depth preparation and correctly matched mortar — never surface-fill shortcuts.
Learn More →Brick Repair & Replacement
Spalled or cracked brick replaced with matched material. We source salvage brick for 1960s-era Elk Grove Village homes to maintain the original appearance of the facade.
Learn More →Chimney Repair & Rebuilding
Crown repair, flashing replacement, chimney tuckpointing, cap installation, and full chimney rebuilds. We address all water entry points — not just the most obvious one.
Learn More →CMU Block Repair
Concrete masonry unit repointing, crack repair, and waterproofing for Elk Grove Village commercial and industrial properties. Full commercial liability insurance and COI available.
Learn More →Lintel Replacement
Failed steel lintels above windows and doors create progressive cracking that worsens every winter. We replace corroded lintels in both residential and commercial properties throughout Elk Grove Village.
Learn More →Waterproofing & Sealing
Penetrating masonry sealers for both residential and commercial properties. Particularly valuable for Elk Grove Village commercial facades facing prevailing west winds and driving rain events.
Learn More →Elk Grove Village Masonry Questions & Answers
Straight answers to real questions from Elk Grove Village homeowners and property managers
My Elk Grove Village home was built in 1965 — how do I know if tuckpointing is overdue?
A 1965 Elk Grove Village home is 61 years old, and original mortar from that era has a design service life of 30–40 years. In practical terms, the tuckpointing was overdue 20 years ago — the only question now is how much deterioration has occurred and what the repair scope looks like. Signs to look for: mortar that you can scrape out with a key or screwdriver, mortar that is recessed more than ¼ inch below the brick face, white staining (efflorescence) on the brick, cracks running along the mortar bed joints, or soft brick faces that are beginning to delaminate. Any one of these signs means it's time to call — all of them together means it's urgent. We offer free on-site assessments at (847) 438-9165.
Do you work on commercial and industrial properties in the Elk Grove Village business park?
Yes — commercial masonry is a core part of our Elk Grove Village work. The business park contains thousands of CMU block and brick commercial structures ranging from small office buildings to large warehouse and distribution facilities. Common commercial masonry issues we address include: CMU block repointing, horizontal crack repair in block walls, spandrel panel repointing, parapet wall waterproofing, and loading dock brick repair. We carry full commercial general liability insurance and provide certificates of insurance for property managers and facilities directors. We work around production schedules and can stage commercial work in sections to minimize operational disruption.
Can aircraft vibration from O'Hare really damage brick mortar in Elk Grove Village?
It's a real factor, though rarely the primary cause of masonry failure. Low-frequency vibration — the kind generated by heavy aircraft — accelerates micro-cracking in brittle mortar. In 60-year-old mortar that is already at end-of-life, this vibration can be the difference between a hairline crack that stays stable and one that progresses. We see slightly faster mortar deterioration rates in properties closest to the flight path compared to similar-age homes in Schaumburg or Palatine. It's one more reason that Elk Grove Village homeowners near O'Hare should not defer tuckpointing past the point where deterioration is visible.
How long does a tuckpointing job take on a typical Elk Grove Village ranch home?
A standard Elk Grove Village single-story brick ranch home — approximately 1,200 to 1,600 square feet of brick surface — typically takes 2 to 4 days for a full-perimeter tuckpointing job with our crew. This includes mortar removal (the most time-intensive phase), joint preparation, mortar application, and finishing. Two-story homes require additional time for scaffolding setup and take 4–7 days. We do not rush this work — proper mortar cure time between coats on deeper joints is critical to long-term performance. You'll receive a specific timeline estimate when we provide your written quote.
My Elk Grove Village chimney has a crack in the crown — is this a serious problem?
A cracked chimney crown is one of the most serious masonry issues a homeowner can ignore, and unfortunately one of the most commonly deferred. The crown is the only barrier between open sky and the top of your chimney's brick courses and flashing junction. A cracked crown allows water to bypass the flashing system entirely, flowing directly into the brick and down into the framing around the fireplace opening. In Elk Grove Village's climate, with 50+ freeze-thaw cycles per year, a cracked crown will progressively worsen every winter until the chimney requires a full rebuild — a repair that costs many times more than timely crown replacement. We assess and repair chimney crowns throughout Elk Grove Village — call (847) 438-9165 before the next freeze cycle.
What is the difference between tuckpointing and power washing for cleaning brick?
They address completely different problems. Power washing cleans the surface of brick — removing dirt, biological growth, and light efflorescence — but does nothing for deteriorated mortar joints and can actually accelerate mortar failure by forcing water into cracks under pressure. Tuckpointing addresses the structural issue — replacing mortar that has lost bond strength and is allowing water infiltration. Power washing deteriorated mortar joints can cause significant damage by blowing out weakened mortar and driving moisture into the wall cavity. If your brick looks dirty, assess the mortar condition first. If mortar is failing, tuckpoint first and clean second — never the reverse. We are happy to advise on the correct sequence for your Elk Grove Village home.
Masonry Contractor in Elk Grove Village, IL — Residential & Commercial
Coast To Coast Masonry Group, Inc. (CTC Masonry) has served Elk Grove Village since 1994. Founded by Romen Zajac and Stanley Zuber, the company handles masonry repair at every scale — from single-family home tuckpointing to commercial CMU block repair in the Elk Grove Village business park. Every project is led by a company founder, every repair is done to the correct technical standard, and no work is ever subcontracted.
A Village Built for the Postwar Boom
Elk Grove Village was incorporated in 1956 and developed rapidly throughout the 1960s, drawing families to affordable new construction on the northwest fringe of the Chicago metropolitan area. The brick ranch homes and modest two-stories built during this period are now among the oldest residential stock in the Northwest Suburbs — and they are reaching the masonry maintenance milestone that postwar construction inevitably reaches: mortar that has served its design life and must be replaced before water infiltration causes structural damage.
Commercial Masonry in the Elk Grove Village Business Park
The Elk Grove Village industrial and business park is one of the largest in the United States, with over 3,500 businesses operating in a concentrated area of Cook and DuPage Counties. The masonry building stock in this park ranges from early-1960s construction to modern tilt-up concrete, but the brick and CMU block structures from the 1960s through the 1980s represent the primary masonry maintenance need. CTC Masonry has worked with Elk Grove Village property managers, REITs, and business owners throughout this park for 30 years — providing CMU repointing, brick facade repair, and waterproofing that meets commercial standards and timelines.
Serving All of Elk Grove Village and Nearby Communities
CTC Masonry serves all Elk Grove Village neighborhoods — north and south of Biesterfield Road, along Devon Avenue, throughout the O'Hare Lake Park neighborhood, and in all residential sections of the village. We also serve neighboring communities including Schaumburg, Itasca, Wood Dale, Bensenville, Addison, Bloomingdale, Roselle, and all communities in the O'Hare corridor area.