I could never say enough good things about the work performed by Advanced Masonry and Restoration! Our chimney has looked so sad since the day we bought our house 4 years ago. When we decided to convert to a pellet stove from a conventional fireplace we knew we needed to repair the chimney above the roof as well as the bricks inside. We searched for a reputable mason online for what seemed like weeks before we stumbled upon Seth's AMR truck at a home nearby. We could see for ourselves his work was impeccable and decided to call him for a quote. He was friendly on the phone and we scheduled a day for him to come give us a bid. He arrived right on time and did a walk around with my husband. He gave us a very fair and honest rundown of what needed to be replaced and what could be repaired. He didn't sugar coat anything but he also was very direct. He explained everything with such ease that we knew he was knowledgeable in his field. We immediately trusted him and knew we wouldn't be taken advantage of. We booked the work to be done on his next available opening which was 1-2 weeks out. On the first day of the project Seth again arrived on time with his self-contained trailer and set up quickly and got to work. He was incredibly respectful and detail-oriented. He kept everything clean and tidy as he worked and he didn't blast any music (which most contractors seem to think is acceptable.) The outside work took 2 or 3 days (a demo day and a rebuild day plus a quick stop to seal the concrete.) I was amazed by how much he accomplished in 2 short days. When it was time to complete the inside mason work he was very thorough and even covered every inch of our floors from the front door to the fireplace to contain any mess. He cleaned up so well when he was done that I hardly knew he was there. He wasn't annoyed at all by the attempted help from my 2 dogs :) Speaking of pups, his super handsome dog travels with him occasionally (with approval) and stays quietly contained in his trailer while Seth works. I'm a dog lover so I spent at least an hour or two out in the back of the trailer loving on his pup, even letting him walk me around our property. He weighs more than I do but he's such a sweet boy... definitely give him some attention if you get the chance! Okay back to the important stuff. Our chimney looks and functions amazingly well! It gave our roofline a refreshingly wonderful facelift. You can't even tell work was done to our inside fireplace as Seth matched the brick perfectly. Furthermore, I was home solo the whole time that Seth was at our home and I never once, not even for a second, felt uncomfortable. We have all experienced those contractors that just make you feel a little weary; that is DEFINITELY not a feeling you'll have with Seth. He was so relatable and easy going, always taking the time to answer any questions I had along the way. He handled my million questions like a champ and answered every single one of them without seeming rushed or annoyed. It is said that the best compliment you can give a business is a referral and we will always, ALWAYS refer anyone we can to AMR. The work speaks for itself and his professionalism, knowledge, and experience puts him steps above the rest. read more

We met Seth when he worked on our neighbor's home. It was a complicated job, in the winter winds and rain, but we'd rarely seen a more dedicated and skilled craftsman. When we needed our chimney repaired, Seth was our first choice, and his bid was very competitive for the quality of work. Our chimney was 70 years old, leaning precariously and close to caving in our roof. It was a weird mix of materials from previous repair jobs and crumbling away from rainwater damage. We wanted to convert from an old wood-burning firebox to a gas insert. He solved all our problems quickly and professionally. Have you ever had a contractor refuse to return your calls, be shady about contracts and pricing, stop work for days mid-job, or not even show up at all? Seth is NOT that guy. He is quick in responding, communicates clearly, and ALWAYS shows up as promised. His worksite is clean, safety is foremost, and he's conscientious about his work's impact on the neighbors and homeowners. Our job start was dependent on other contractors completing their work first. Seth was very organized in scheduling our job among his other clients in order to accommodate everyone's timeline. Check out the photos on his website. Seth is very skilled in a variety of masonry applications, designs and repairs. He has an incredible work ethic. He's also fun, with a great sense of humor. We are very happy with the work he did for us and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and talented contractor. read more

Seth just completed a chimney repair / rebuild at my Arlington home. So glad I choose to work with Seth. He is a true craftsman and professional. From our first meeting to the last day of the job Seth was terrific to work with. He offers a comprehensive inspection and estimate, details out his plan, explains his process, and is competitively priced. Every step of the way he explained what was happening, what the next stages of the project would be, and answered all of my questions. He made sure that I as the homeowner understood his scope of work that he was planning and the reasons why he was choosing this scope of work rather than a different plan. Seth was punctual and informative about the plan for each day. He was meticulous about cleaning his workspace every evening and left no traces of his work behind. He worked through some pretty nasty weather but also knew when it was time to close it up and not put the project in jeopardy. I promise you will not be disappointed in the quality of work, the craftsmanship in the completed work, or the professionalism that Seth has. I highly recommend Advanced Masonry & Restoration. read more

I needed maintenance and restoration on 2 chimneys within my 1951 home. One of the chimneys is rather large with 3 separate flues and the other chimney is a small appliance chimney. Seth arrived on time for estimate. We went on the roof together and he slowly talked me through all my options for restoration. We then looked through photos of his previous work of similar restorations. He proposed good solutions which were within my budget and would protect my chimneys from deterioration for years to come. After getting several estimates from other companies, I hired Seth to do the restoration. Seth arrived on time to do the work and finished within the window he said he would. I am very pleased with the quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail of the finished work. I will hire Seth again to do similar work at an investment property I own. I will also recommend Seth to friends and family who are looking for chimney help, because Seth is skilled, professional, honest and he is passionate about his work. read more

Seth is a consummate professional craftsman! I am a general contractor that holds my work to the highest standard and takes great care in the details of my craft and I cannot express enough how impressed I was with Seth's work ethic, knowledge and skill. A client of mine found Advanced Masonry & Restoration to do a second story chimney rebuild in Ferndale. Seth was punctual, personable, presentable and ready for work everyday. He started & finished on time and was flexible coordinating work with the roofer. His masonry skills are prodigious, Seth's work is better than advertised! I will definitely recommend Advanced Masonry & Restoration to anyone, especially my family (as I am hoping to schedule Seth to rebuild my Aunt & Uncle's chimney this year!) read more

Seth has a meticulous work ethic with an eye for detail. His quality of design and workmanship shows in every aspect of the project. Ours was the restoration of a 50' brick chimney for my 1938 childhood home. He rebuilt the top 48"s, designed & built a new crown as well as drilling out old mortar, added new tuck point & sealed the remainder of the chimney. It is beautiful! Throughout it all he kept me informed, involved in the decision process with patient open communication and set realistic expectations. He has truly continued the lost art of masonry. He kept the site safe, cleaned up each day and sent me progress pictures I have been proud to share. Thank you Seth! You are the best! Greetings to Harry! Warm regards, Colleen in Mount Vernon read more

We could not be happier with the work Seth did on our home! His work with stackstone completely transformed the look of our house and his effort and craftsmanship was evident from the first day. He responded quickly when we asked for a quote, he planned the work on our house in a very timely way and he was a true artist as it all came together. With Seth's input and his eye for his craft, he helped us take our initial vision and transform it to an even better end result. We are totally pleased with the work, the price and Seth as a businessman and craftsman...thanks Seth! read more

We are extremely pleased with the quality of work Seth provided for our front entry make-over. He provided five-star service, from design and material selection, to installation and cleanup. Seth provides excellent communion, time management, experience, and creativity. The project was completed a day earlier than the proposed completion date, and the finished tile and ledge stone steps are even more beautiful than we had envisioned. Seth is an exceptional contractor. We would hire him for any future stone masonry projects. read more

Overwhelmed with how excellent AMR came in and upgraded our fireplace. Seth is awesome! He keeps his jobsite clean, works fast, and his #1 concern is customer satisfaction. We had him come update our 1960's fireplace with diamond bricks. He had to grind off the diamonds and install a new hearth and cultured stone. I have already recommended him to a friend that needs his chimney replaced. Any job that requires his services I will definitely be calling again! read more

Seth did a great job with our chimney repair, and I would recommend him to anyone in need of his services. He was honest and informative while preparing his estimate, which was very reasonable compared to other companies, and he completed the project ahead of schedule. read more

Excellent work! The job was done fast and efficient with great quality. The job site was kept clean and customer satisfaction was #1. I have already recommended them to several friends and will definitely use him again. read more

Advanced Masonry & Restoration provide service Masonry/Concrete, Fireplace Services Chimney Restoration, Competitive Pricing Project Design... read more