REVIEWS

★★★★★ | 06/08/2021

Comments: James was referred to me by my real estate agent’s colleague when I was in need of an estimate for what was to become a total chimney tear down and rebuild on a house I was purchasing. I met with a total of 4 or 5 masons and chose James without hesitation because of his professionalism, care, knowledge, insight, fair and reasonable pricing, and quite honestly, his kindness. He identified for me that part of the chimney problem was related to a downspout drainage issue, which, had it gone unrepaired, would have continued to cause damage to the ground under the new chimney.

James started work on my chimney the morning after I closed on my house and completed it in about two weeks. He worked every day, was always on time, called me to keep me updated and informed about the progress, consulted with me on issues both functional and aesthetic.  And, with the exception of the crew who did the demolition;  his hard working and dedicated assistant, Joyce; and two men who worked  a day or two, James did most of the work himself.  The final chimney is absolutely gorgeous, a real thing of beauty, and I could not be happier.  I enthusiastically and without hesitation recommend this true gentleman, James Gaines ” The Brick Doctor” of Masonry Specialists, for any and all masonry needs.  Thank you, James, for helping  make my new house a home.

Author: Karen C.

★★★★★ | 09/06/2017

Comments: Home Adviser Comments on contractor James Gaines, the Brick Doctor I was very pleased with the Brick Doctor’s work that he and Jose performed on my 50-year old chimney. They reset the loose stones, replaced the stone cap, replaced ¾-inch depth of mortar between stone, and pressure washed the stone making it look just like new. Upon completion, they installed stainless steel chimney caps. The job was very professionally done, quick and did an excellent job of clean-up afterwards. I highly recommend the Brick Doctor for doing your masonry jobs. WJH Kent, WA

Author: Patricia E.

Comments: James and Jose are professional, answer your questions and reasonable in price. They show up to work on time and clean up each day. Thank you for cleaning our chimney and fixing the mortar as well as placing caps on top.

Author: a Neighbor

Comments:JAMES – DID AN OUTSTANDING JOB ON OUR HOME. HE CALLED US RIGHT AWAY – STARTED PROJECT & COMPLETED WORK THE SAME WEEK ! *** RECOMMEND- 100%

Author: Scott J.

Comments: Good workmanship and on schedule

Author: a Neighbor

Comments: Thanks for spotting the real cause for the wall tilting problem.

Author: a Neighbor

Comments: Mr. Gaines provided the best price and scheduled my job promptly and did a great job. His workers were friendly, prompt, hard working and cleaned up each day before leaving. I highly recommend Masonary Specialist, Inc. “The Brick Doctor”.

Author: Renee B.

Comments: James was personalble, helpful and professional. His employees were friendly, hard-working and competant. We were pleased with the project and very happy with the result–we now have a lovely brick wall in a space that used to have the ugly back of a garage.

Author: Florence R.

Comments: Hire them, they have integrity, were prompt & did what they said they’d do! I’d hire them in a heartbeat!

Author:a Neighbor

Comments: Friendly and very professional. Good work. Reasonable costs.

Author:a Neighbor