
Masonry Contractor in Wooster, OH
Owner-operated brick, block, stone and chimney work for Wooster-area homes — one craftsman, honest quotes, seamless mortar matching.
Full-service masonry contractor in Wooster, Ohio
Chim-Line Masonry is a full-service, owner-operated masonry and chimney contractor serving Wooster and the surrounding Wayne County communities. From brick repair and replacement to block work, natural stone, tuckpointing, retaining walls, fireplaces, chimney restoration and new construction, the same hands that quote your job are the ones that build it. That single point of accountability is the whole point — you talk to Merle, and Merle does the work.
Every project starts with a straight answer. We walk the wall, foundation or chimney with you, explain exactly what is failing and why, and write a fair quote with no upselling and no padding. Our reputation rests on craftsmanship details most contractors skip: tooling joints to match the original profile and, above all, mixing mortar that blends with the existing masonry so repairs disappear instead of standing out as patches.
Northeast and Central Ohio puts brick and mortar through 30 to 65 freeze-thaw cycles a year, and water that soaks into open joints or spalled brick expands every time it freezes. We build and repair with that climate in mind — sound joints, proper flashing, sealed crowns and durable materials — so the work holds up through Wooster winters instead of needing a redo in a few seasons.

Why homeowners choose Chim-Line for masonry work
One accountable craftsman, honest pricing and repairs built to survive Ohio winters.
One craftsman, start to finish
Merle quotes, builds and stands behind every job himself. No subbed-out crews, no shifting blame — just one accountable owner-operator on site.
Honest, fair quotes
Free estimates with no upselling and no surprise add-ons. We scope what the masonry actually needs and price it straight.
Seamless mortar matching
We mix mortar to match the color, texture and joint profile of your existing brick or stone so repairs blend in instead of looking patched.
BBB A+ and 5-star rated
Accredited with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a 5.0-star average on Google for clean job sites and clear communication.
Residential and light commercial masonry
We handle the full range of structural and decorative masonry — brick and block walls, foundations, veneer, steps, retaining walls and new construction. Whether it is a single spalled course or a wall built from footer to cap, the work is laid level, plumb and tight. Light commercial storefronts and buildings around Wayne County get the same attention as homes.

Complete chimney restoration
Chimneys take the worst of Ohio weather, so we repair, rebuild and restore them from the firebox to the crown. That includes tuckpointing, partial and full rebuilds, new poured crowns, caps and flashing, and a thorough cleaning. We seal out the water that drives leaks, efflorescence and crown failure before it spreads into the structure.

The masonry work we do
A complete range of brick, block, stone and chimney services for Wooster-area homes and light commercial buildings.
Brick repair & replacement
We replace spalled, cracked and missing brick and rebuild damaged sections, matching the brick and mortar so the wall reads as one.
Tuckpointing & repointing
We rake out failed mortar and tuckpoint joints with a matched mix, sealing the path water uses to work its way into the wall.
Block & structural masonry
Concrete block walls, foundation repair and load-bearing work built level, plumb and reinforced to carry their loads for the long haul.
Natural & decorative stone
Stone veneer, entryways, columns and walls fitted by hand for a durable, custom look that complements the rest of the home.
Chimney repair & rebuilds
From tuckpointing and new crowns to full rebuilds, caps, flashing and cleaning, we restore chimneys from the firebox to the cap.
Retaining walls & fireplaces
Brick and stone retaining walls, steps, outdoor fireplaces and new construction built to hold ground and look right doing it.
What every masonry project with Chim-Line includes
Every engagement includes the following as standard.
Why choose Chim-Line
An owner-operated contractor who shows up, explains the work, and builds it to last through Ohio winters.
Local to Wayne County
Based in Wooster and serving the surrounding counties, we know the regional brick styles and the weather they have to stand up against.
No-pressure, no upselling
We scope what your masonry actually needs and recommend nothing more. Customers consistently note that we never try to sell extra work.
Built for freeze-thaw
Ohio's 30 to 65 annual freeze-thaw cycles drive spalling and crown failure, so we use sound joints, sealed crowns and durable materials.
Clean, respectful job sites
We protect your property, keep the work area tidy and clean up fully when the job is done — a point reviewers bring up again and again.
BBB A+ accredited
Chim-Line is accredited with the Better Business Bureau at an A+ rating, backed by a perfect 5.0-star average across our Google reviews.
Direct line to the owner
Call (419) 971-7166 and you reach Merle directly — clear communication from the first estimate through the final walkthrough.
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 Contractor FAQs
We are a full-service masonry contractor, so we cover brick and stone repair and replacement, block work, tuckpointing, foundation and structural repair, retaining walls, fireplaces, chimney repair and rebuilds, crowns and new construction. If it involves brick, block, stone or mortar, it is in our wheelhouse for both residential and light commercial properties.
Yes — matching is what our customers praise most. We select replacement brick or stone to match yours and mix mortar to match the original color, texture and joint profile. Done right, a finished repair blends into the surrounding wall instead of reading as an obvious patch.
No. Estimates are always free. Merle comes out, looks at the actual masonry, explains what is failing and why, and gives you a fair written quote with no pressure and no upselling.
We are based in Wooster and serve all of Wayne County plus the surrounding counties — Holmes, Richland, Crawford, Morrow, Knox, Coshocton, Tuscarawas and Stark — and nearby cities including Akron, Medina, Ashland, Mansfield and Canton.
Talk to the craftsman who will do the work
Get a free, honest estimate from Chim-Line Masonry. Call Merle at (419) 971-7166 to walk your project and get a fair quote with no pressure.
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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