ABOUT US

Champs Masonry & Chimney isn't just a business. We are a true New England Historic Masonry Specialists. We work for homeowners and managers of landmark spots all over the most famous old towns around New England. Think of places like Plymouth, Salem, and Boston in Massachusetts. We also head down to Newport and Watch Hill in Rhode Island, or Mystic, Stonington, New Haven, and Hartford over in Connecticut. We really love what we do.

It is all about saving the buildings that tell the story of early America. We're talking about those bumpy cobblestone streets, the old colonial houses, and museums that show how this nation started.

Champs Masonry & Chimney is the #1 choice for some of New England’s most amazing spots. We serve all of New England. New Haven is one of our primary service areas, and we’re on-site there frequently. For historic properties in New Haven, we’re the trusted team to call.

• Plymouth, MA: Also known as "America's Hometown." It is where the Pilgrims landed in 1620. You have the Mayflower II and the big museums there.

• Salem, MA: Everyone knows the 1692 witch trials, but the old maritime buildings are just as cool.

• Boston, MA: This was the heart of the Revolution. The Freedom Trail and Paul Revere’s house are staples.

• Newport, RI: Famous for huge Gilded Age mansions and a very old downtown area. It is a legendary seaport.

• Mystic and Essex, CT: These are prime spots for ships and sea life history. Mystic Seaport is like stepping back into the 1800s.

• Concord, MA: This is where the war started. It was also home to writers like Thoreau.

• Portsmouth, NH: A beautiful seaport with homes that have stood since the 1600s.

• Woodstock, VT: It feels like a perfect little village with that old federal style.

• Deerfield, MA: A tiny village that looks exactly like the 1700s.

We focus on structural integrity, material compatibility, and long-term performance while matching original texture and color so well the repair disappears. Nothing temporary. We do it right the first time so it lasts for the next hundred years.

• Brick Building Repointing: Saving the mortar and the "face" of your home.

• Historic Restoration: Keeping the past alive with expert hands.

• Waterproofing: New England weather is tough. We make sure your masonry can handle the rain, snow, and ice.

Why Correct Materials Matter

Historic structures require lime-based systems, not modern high-strength cement.

Using improper mortar leads to:

• Trapped moisture inside masonry walls

• Accelerated brick and stone deterioration

• Freeze-thaw cracking during Connecticut winters

• Loss of historic integrity

Our Traditional Lime Mortar Repointing Hartford County services restore proper breathability and substrate compatibility. Lime mortar flexes with seasonal movement, releases moisture vapor, and protects the surrounding masonry instead of damaging it.

Our Restoration Scope

We provide:

• Historic brick repointing and tuckpointing

• Stone foundation stabilization

• Chimney rebuilding and flue restoration

• Fireplace and hearth restoration

• Commercial landmark masonry preservation

Every project begins with mortar analysis and condition assessment. We match composition, color, and joint profile to maintain period accuracy.

If your building was constructed before modern cement became standard, it requires preservation methods that respect its original design.

Schedule a consultation with Champs Masonry & Chimney today. Protect your structure correctly. Restore it once. Restore it right.