Masonry Construction & Installation in Wooster, OH
New brick and stone builds for Wooster-area homes — veneer, columns, steps, porches, planters and block walls done right.
New masonry construction built for Wooster and Wayne County winters
When you want something built in brick, stone or block — not patched — that is masonry construction. Chim-Line Masonry handles new installs for homeowners across Wooster and Wayne County: brick and stone veneer, entry columns and pillars, mailbox pillars, front steps and stoops, porch landings, room and garage additions, block foundation walls, and garden planters. We start from your plan or a rough sketch and carry it through layout, footing, and the final course.
Merle Hochstedler runs every job himself, so the person who quotes the work is the person setting the units. That means honest measurements, mortar mixed and tinted to match surrounding masonry when you are tying into an existing wall, full mortar joints instead of shortcuts, and a job site that gets swept down at the end of each day. We tell you what a build actually needs and price it straight — no padding the scope to sell more brick.
Northeast and Central Ohio puts new masonry through 30 to 65 freeze-thaw cycles a year, and a build that ignores that will spall and crack within a few winters. We detail for it from the ground up: proper footings below frost depth, weep holes and flashing behind veneer, the right mortar type for the application, and slopes that shed water instead of holding it. The result is a wall, column or stoop built to stand through Wooster winters, not just look good on install day.
Why homeowners choose Chim-Line for new masonry construction
Owner-built work, honest scope, and details that survive Ohio's freeze-thaw swings.
Built by the owner, start to finish
Merle lays out, mixes, and sets every project himself. You deal with one craftsman from estimate to final course — not a rotating crew.
Honest, no-upsell pricing
We scope what the build genuinely needs and quote it plainly. Reviewers consistently note we never pad the job or push extra work.
Freeze-thaw detailing baked in
Footings below frost line, weeps, flashing, and water-shedding slopes mean your new masonry holds up through decades of Ohio winters.
Clean site, clear communication
We protect your landscaping, sweep up daily, and keep you posted at each stage so there are no surprises on build day.
From layout lines to the final cap
Every build starts with snapping accurate layout lines and pouring or confirming a footing below frost depth. From there we lay each course level and plumb, strike consistent joints, and finish with the right cap or coping. Doing the unseen work right is what keeps a column or wall standing straight through Ohio's frost heave.
Tight joints and matched mortar up close
Good masonry reads in the details — uniform head and bed joints, fully buttered units, and clean tooled lines. When a new build ties into existing brick, we match mortar color, texture, and joint profile so the addition disappears into the original. That close-up craftsmanship is what our Google reviewers point to most.
New masonry installs we handle around Wooster
From curb-appeal accents to structural work, all built for the Wayne County climate.
Brick & stone veneer
Full-coverage or accent veneer on facades, foundations, and chimneys — installed over proper backing with weeps and flashing.
Columns & pillars
Entry, porch, and structural columns laid plumb on frost-depth footings, capped to shed water cleanly.
Mailbox pillars
A solid brick or stone mailbox pillar that won't lean or crack — a small build that lifts your whole curb appeal.
Steps & stoops
Brick or stone front steps and stoops sloped to drain, with treads and risers sized for safe, comfortable use.
Porches & additions
Porch landings, room additions, and garage walls built to tie cleanly into your existing structure and masonry.
Planters & garden walls
Built-in brick and stone planters and low garden walls that define a yard and stand up to seasonal moisture.
What every masonry construction project includes
Every engagement includes the following as standard.
How we deliver masonry that lasts in Ohio
The local knowledge and standards behind every Chim-Line build.
Local to Wayne County
Based in Wooster and serving surrounding counties — Holmes, Ashland, Stark, Medina and beyond. We know how this region's soils and weather behave.
Built for freeze-thaw
With 30 to 65 freeze-thaw cycles a year here, every footing depth, weep, and slope is chosen so water never sits and cracks your masonry.
Expert mortar matching
When new work meets old, we match mortar color and joint profile so additions blend in seamlessly — a skill our reviews single out.
Clear plan & layout
We translate your plan or sketch into precise layout lines and a unit count before laying brick, so the finished build matches expectations.
BBB A+ and 5-star rated
Chim-Line is BBB A+ accredited with a 5.0-star Google rating, earned on honesty, fair pricing, and clean job sites.
Free estimates, easy to reach
Every project starts with a free written estimate. Call (419) 971-7166 and you'll talk directly with the craftsman doing the work.
Trusted by Local Homeowners
“Had issues with my chimney for years! He came out, reasonably priced and no more leaking! Problem solved! Highly recommend!”
Chris H
Chimney leak repair · 2 weeks ago
“Merle was first class all the way. Very honest and did a great job! Fair estimate. Best experience with a contractor. Would use again.”
Max Long
Masonry project · 2 months ago
“I contacted Chim-Line to repair a chimney damaged by lightning. The schedule was delayed by weather but I was kept informed of the status throughout the project. Chim-Line did an excellent job in a short amount of time and kept a clean work site. The price was very competitive and I highly recommend them.”
L Trase
Lightning-damaged chimney repair · 3 months ago
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Masonry Construction & Installation FAQs
Yes. For columns, pillars, or veneer that tie into existing masonry, we source brick or stone close to your originals and mix mortar to match the color, texture, and joint style. Matching is one of the things our customers mention most — the goal is a new build that looks like it was always there.
Anything structural — columns, foundation walls, porch piers — needs a footing below the local frost line so freeze-thaw heave can't lift or crack it. We confirm the right depth for your site and county before we set a single unit. Skipping this is the most common reason DIY masonry fails within a couple of winters.
Both. We build everything from a single mailbox pillar or a set of front steps up to garage walls and room additions. Smaller installs get the same layout, footing, and freeze-thaw detailing as the large ones — no job is too small to do correctly.
Always. Every Chim-Line masonry build starts with a free, no-pressure estimate. We measure on site, walk you through what the project actually needs, and put it in writing so you know the scope and price before anything begins. Call (419) 971-7166 to set it up.
Ready to build it in brick or stone?
Get a free, honest estimate on your new masonry project from an owner-operated Wooster builder. Call Chim-Line Masonry at (419) 971-7166 to talk through your plans.
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Contact Details
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Phone
(419) 971-7166
ChimlineMasonaryLLC@gmail.com
Address
1010 East Clark Road, Wooster, OH 44691
Hours
Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM
Service Areas
Wooster, Akron, Medina, Ashland, Mansfield, Canton, Wayne County, Holmes County, Richland County, Crawford County, Morrow County, Knox County, Coshocton County, Tuscarawas County, Stark County