Best masonry contractors in New Britain
These are the 11 masonry contractors in New Britain we scored, ranked best overall by our methodology, which weighs rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and profile completeness. Scores were last updated 2026-10-03.
Chimney-focused shops also appear here when they do general masonry, but if your job is a liner, cap or flue, check best chimney masonry & repair. Order here follows the composite score, so thin review counts pull some businesses down even when their few reviews are good.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to masonry contractor, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JL Chimney & Masonry LLC | 88 | 4.9 (80) | — | Chimney and venting problems |
| 2 | Armstrong Chimney Sweep Services | 85 | 5 (34) | — | Sweeps and inspections |
| 3 | Vincent Masonry and Chimney | 84 | 4.9 (44) | — | Emergency repairs, honest quotes |
| 4 | Frontline Waterproofing And Masonry | 76 | 4.9 (50) | — | Waterproofing plus chimney |
| 5 | Antoni & Sons LLC | 73 | 4.8 (9) | — | Stone repair and detail |
| 6 | Masterbuild Construction | 56 | 3.7 (9) | — | Urgent jobs, with caution |
| 7 | Usa stucco & stone Inc | 64 | 5 (2) | — | Stucco and stone exteriors |
| 8 | Matos General Construction | 50 | 5 (2) | — | Small general jobs |
| 9 | JDM Chimney's SweepySmiles And Masonry LLC | 52 | 3.5 (2) | — | Chimney and masonry, unproven |
| 10 | K.W. Contractors Inc. | 44 | 5 (1) | — | Small jobs, check first |
| 11 | Lee Contracting | 32 | — | — | Concrete and brick flatwork |
1. JL Chimney & Masonry LLC
4.9 (80 reviews)score 88/100

Highest score here, built on 4.9 stars from 80 reviews and steady recent activity. Reviewers describe Joe as honest and clear, and say he takes on difficult venting jobs other contractors turn down.
- Looks for cost-effective fixes instead of recommending tear-downs
- Handles inserts, wood stoves, liners, caps and repairs
- Crew is punctual and keeps customers updated
- One customer cited a 10:30pm safety call-out
Watch out: Work leans toward chimney and venting rather than broad masonry like stucco or flatwork.
Google-verified80 Google reviews
Services: chimney masonry, masonry restoration, brick masonry, stone masonry
2. Armstrong Chimney Sweep Services
5 (34 reviews)score 85/100

A perfect 5.0 from 34 reviews, with praise for fast, clean work and clear answers to questions. Confidence is medium because the review count is smaller than the top pick's.
- CSIA-certified and fully licensed
- Over 10 years of experience
- Covers all Connecticut counties
- Transparent pricing
Watch out: Mainly a sweep and inspection service, so check scope before hiring for structural masonry.
Google-verified34 Google reviews["Over 10 years of experience"]
Services: chimney masonry, brick masonry
3. Vincent Masonry and Chimney
4.9 (44 reviews)score 84/100

4.9 stars from 44 reviews, with consistent mentions of fair quotes and spotless job sites. Reviewers say Vincent turns down unnecessary rebuilds and handles emergencies the same day.
- Same-day emergency response
- Charges what he quotes
- Chimney, masonry repair and foundation finishing
- Follow-up and warranty commitment
Watch out: One reviewer found him hard to reach at first.
Google-verified44 Google reviewssince 2000
Services: chimney masonry, stone masonry, brick masonry, concrete flatwork
4. Frontline Waterproofing And Masonry
4.9 (50 reviews)score 76/100

4.9 stars from 50 reviews, mostly praising communication, craftsmanship and tidy cleanup. Sentiment is mixed and confidence is low because of one detailed 1-star complaint about a quote rising mid-job.
- Detailed communication on chimney work
- Laminated warranty certificates
- Covers chimney, steps and waterproofing
- Tidy cleanup noted in reviews
Watch out: One reviewer alleges a quote jumped from $3,700 to $8,300 mid-project. Get scope and change-order terms in writing.
Google-verified50 Google reviews
Services: masonry restoration, brick masonry, chimney masonry, concrete flatwork
5. Antoni & Sons LLC
4.8 (9 reviews)score 73/100

4.8 stars from 9 reviews, all described as positive, with praise for durable repairs and reasonable pricing. The sample is small, so treat the score as early evidence.
- Skilled stone repair and detail work
- Durable, long-lasting finishes
Watch out: Only 9 reviews, so the track record is short.
Google-verified9 Google reviews
Services: chimney masonry, brick masonry, stone masonry, concrete flatwork
6. Masterbuild Construction
3.7 (9 reviews)score 56/100

3.7 stars from 9 reviews. Some say finished work looks professional, but others report refund disputes, missing invoices and licensing they could not verify. It sits low for those accountability concerns.
- Finished work described as professional
- Crew available for urgent jobs
Watch out: Reviewers report unresolved refunds, missing receipts and unverified licensing. Verify credentials and get paperwork before paying.
Google-verified9 Google reviewsover 23 years
Services: stone masonry, brick masonry, chimney masonry
7. Usa stucco & stone Inc
5 (2 reviews)score 64/100

Two five-star reviews, one from a New Britain homeowner on punctuality and stucco detail and one from a store owner on a commercial exterior. Confidence is low because there are only two reviews.
- Punctual and professional
- Detail-focused stucco work
Watch out: Only two reviews, so ask for references.
Google-verified2 Google reviews10+ years
Services: brick masonry, stone masonry, commercial masonry, masonry restoration
8. Matos General Construction
5 (2 reviews)score 50/100

Two five-star reviews, but none recent enough to build a reliable sentiment read. Profile is also less complete than higher-scored listings. Treat as unproven.
- 5.0 rating on two reviews
- General construction scope
Watch out: Very little review evidence, and none recent.
Google-verified2 Google reviews
Services: brick masonry
9. JDM Chimney's SweepySmiles And Masonry LLC
3.5 (2 reviews)score 52/100

3.5 stars from 2 reviews, with no recent reviews to read sentiment from. The sample is too small to judge, so get quotes and references.
- Offers both chimney sweeping and masonry
- Complete business profile
Watch out: Low 3.5 rating on only two reviews.
Google-verified2 Google reviews
Services: chimney masonry, masonry restoration, brick masonry, stone masonry
10. K.W. Contractors Inc.
5 (1 reviews)score 44/100

A single five-star review and no recent activity, so the score reflects almost no evidence. Profile is also only partly complete.
- 5.0 rating on its one review
- Contracting scope listed
Watch out: One review only. Ask for references and proof of insurance.
Google-verified1 Google reviews
Services: masonry restoration, brick masonry, commercial masonry, hardscaping patios
11. Lee Contracting
score 32/100

No Google reviews, so the score rests on its website listing concrete flatwork, hardscaping and brick services in New Britain and nearby, with daily hours posted. Included for completeness, not on a performance record.
- Lists flatwork, hardscaping and brick
- Serves New Britain and surrounding areas
- Daily hours posted
Watch out: No review history to judge work quality.
Google-verified
Services: brick masonry, concrete flatwork, hardscaping patios, commercial masonry
How these rankings are worked out
| Signal | Weight |
|---|---|
| Review sentiment | 28% |
| Google rating | 26% |
| Review volume | 20% |
| Profile completeness | 16% |
| Review recency | 10% |
Ranking data checked 2026-10-03 · Full methodology ›