Jagra Masonry & Tuckpointing

Michael Alexander

2023-11

Our 1920s Condo building was in need of masonry work due to water penetration. Jakub at Jagra was extremely helpful in guiding us through our options and working with our timeline because of the approval needed. In the end we got a parapet wall rebuild that looks great and kept the original look of the building. They do amazing work and feel confident that we made the right decision with Jagra after going through multiple bids. Thank you!

Johnathan McDowell

2024-04

JAGRA handled tuck-pointing for our 100+ year house. Their team of experts helped restore our bricks and clean up a project that had gone unchecked for far too long. They were quick, reliable and helped educate us along the way. Would recommend and will be using them again in the future.

Michael Yohanan

2024-04

Thank you Jakub and Jagra crew for full 4 story historic brick building and garage restoration done in 3 weeks. We also did several lintel replacements. Jakub was super responsive to all questions and had the most comprehensive proposal compared to the 5 other companies I got bids from. They were the only company that immediately offered to use the correct mortar type for 1920s brick and the crew got a compliment from my neighbor for keeping the area so clean. Not the cheapest but also not the most expensive.

emma kaplan

2023-06

Jacob and Jacob of Jagra Masonry did a fabulous job on our home. Jagra tuck pointed the front of our home, replaced two failed window lintels, and made spot repairs on the rest of the exterior. They were very patient with our multitude of questions, and explained what should be done in the near and long term (very helpful if you’re a new homeowner and are trying to prioritize!) The masons worked quickly and neatly to complete the job. We would absolutely recommend them.

Stefany Roman

2023-04

I found Jagra Masonry on Instagram. I am so glad I did! I needed to redo the tuckpointing on my two flat rental property. I constantly found mortar on the floor and pieces of brick on the sidewalk. I knew it was time for maintenance. I contacted them to get a quote. Jakub was very professional walked me through the entire process of what the job was going to entail. He also made a couple of recommendations of redoing the front parapet wall because it was caving in due to years of deterioration. He also saw I was missing bricks towards the roof. Everything that we talked about in our initial walk through meeting was completed and exceeded my expectation. The workers were very clean after each work day. That's very important for me to keep my tenants and neighbors happy. They started and completed the job as on the promised date. I appreciate that Jakub followed up with me the day after the job was completed to make sure I was happy with their work. I will be using them in the near future for my other properties. Jagra Masonry did an exceptional job and I highly recommend!

Julie Zeng

2023-07

The stubborn leak we have had for many years was finally fixed thanks to Jagra. This is a very experienced team with in-depth construction knowledge. They are capable of solving more complex issues such as replacing beams above window and door openings. I first saw Jagra’s work on Instagram and decided to reach out. The owner personally came to my house to do initial valuation. It turned out that our water intrusion was caused by structural problems around the window and door openings. He gave us a reasonable quote and was able to fit us in within a couple of weeks. The crew showed up on time and did proper protection around the house before beginning the work. The bricks were first carefully taken out, an old rusty beam above the window opening was replaced, and old waterproof flashings were replaced. The crew was able to preserve and reuse the original bricks. They also did a great job cleaning up afterwards. We have had several large storms following the repair and no leaks! We are very happy with the quality of the service and the result. Great team to work with.

Stephen Shirk

2023-08

Jagra Corp just completed a large brick replacement and tuck point project at my work/studio building in West Town It's an old flat roof brick bunker built in 1890 and modified for various uses over the coarse of its life. The goal of my project was to make the building solid and sound. Do to the mismatch of brick used over the years, beautification would take a backseat. Jacob was prompt with communication, providing clear explantations and estimates. They were able to start the project a few days earlier than originally planned and finish ahead of schedule as well. The foreman and crew were friendly and did great work. They cleaned up the building and surrounding area when the project was done. Even though I explained that this wasn't a beautification project, the building looks better than ever expected and now it is good to go for years to come. Thank you, Jacob! I will be calling you again for other masonry projects.

april lillstrom

2023-11

We actually got 5 quotes from different companies for tuck pointing on our two flat (because it was a pretty big expense for us, and wanted to make sure we understood what work needed done) and we're really happy that we ended up going with Jagra. Jacob and Jacob are very responsive and easy to communicate with, and great about thoroughly answering questions. They checked with us at several points during the project to give us updates and ensure our satisfaction, and the team did a great job. I would recommend Jagra to anyone!

Mickey G

2024-03

Jagra Masonary & Tuckpointing CorpFrom the 1st call, you will know they are experienced and they will get the job done right.They provide an initial consultation,followed by a detailed proposal for recommended services and cost.(Lol....pictures are included for visual learners like myself)They are flexible with scheduling and manage all things needed to complete the job without any problems eg., permits.The customer service is OUTSTANDING, they communicate the job status and any new concerns or needed changes.The mason workers are VERY skilled, they set up 2 days before the start date, so that day one is productive.They quickly identify any problems so they can be addressed immediately.My neighbors even commented on the fact that the job site was neat and never dirty at the end of the day.My building required layers of work : (tuckpointing, replacement of lintels, flashingsystems, weep tubes plus a rebuild of a parapet wall), and ALL the work was completed on time as promised.I am so greatful...I paid attention to the work Jagra completed on another building in my neighborhood and I stopped and asked Jakub#1 for a card.Thank you Jakub#1 and Jacob#2 for answering ALL of my questions.Jagra Corp has exceeded my expectations.When doing my research, none of the other masonry contractors had 4 or 5 star reviews like Jagra...and now I know why.However, my review is 5 Stars plus+!Will be in touch..for my next project..CMG

Juan Garcia

2023-07

Updating rating from 4 to 5 stars.I hired Jagra to rebuild two sandstone block wing walls that where starting to come apart in various places.Jakub took the time to answer all of my questions and explain the work that would need to be done to rebuild the wing walls.They were also able to work around my personal schedule when it came down to scheduling the job. The job was completed on time and as requested.When Taking into account all of the aspects that where involved in this project I am glad that I chose Jagraand would probably hiring Jagra again in the future.

miguel mondragon

2022-04

JAGRA CORP… Jacob and his team did an exceptional work. From the quote appointment to the final walkthrough Jacob was 100% profesional and very responsive. I rebuilt my parapet wall and a lintel; Jacob’s team did a great, efficient, and a very clean job. I already have plans to do another project next year. Very happy with the work done…

Nefertiti Fulks

2024-03

This review is long overdue! The work JAGRA Corp performed on my home years was amazing and still looks good til’ this day. I’ve vetted so many masonry professionals and decided JAGRA will be my best choice. They rebuild my chimney that was much needed. I’m not utilizing anyone else services for masonry work. Will be using them again for tuckpointing.

Sean Curry

2022-04

I found this company through and online search and couldn’t of been anymore pleased with the service and outcome of our project. After watching the foundation of our house crumble for 14 years, we knew we needed to fix a few of the trouble spots. Jagra came in and fixed everything in half the time and under the original quoted price. Will definitely use and recommend again and again. Before and after photos included.

Maria Herrera

2023-04

I am very pleased with JAGRA Construction. They did the repairs right. They waterproofed with a membrane between the bricks. Plus cleaned after the work was complete. Jacob is very professional and follows up to insure you are happy with the finish work. I highly recommended Jagar Construction. I definitely keep him in mind for future projects.

Trevor Wurtzebach

2024-04

They did a great job for our tuckpoint project. Great overall experience from initial quote, scheduling the work, and final product.

Lisa Wentzel

2023-04

Jagra team is excellent. Our 1873 home was incorrectly patched over the years and needed a complete tuck with new parapet wall rebuild with knowledge of limestone mortar and brick replacement. They worked hard, clean, on time, communicated well and charged fairly without being overly pushy.

Deluiez Taylor

2023-11

Jagra was AMAZING! They completed our tuckpointing and roof replacement project on time, as specified and under budget! Jacob and his entire crew were a delightful partners!

Tom Haley

2023-06

We're very happy with the work Jacob and the crew at Jagra did on our home. They were quick, on time, thorough, and the finished walls look great. Jacob was also extremely detailed in the estimate he provided, and took the time to answer all of our questions. I'll definitely give them a call next time I need masonry done, and would gladly recommend them to friends or family.

Beric Wessely

2023-06

We hired Jagra Masonry for an emergency violation imposed by the City of Chicago. Jacob and team were extremely responsive and helpful. I received quotes from 3 other companies and while Jagra came in mid-price range / slightly higher than others...they're the ONLY company that found other issues with the condition of our building and masonry work that should be done. It's important to note - YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR - the cheapest guy is not always the best guy. I am so glad we spent more and received what we did in return. We ended up signing on Jagra for 2 additional jobs. All of the jobs were completed in a timely and professional manner. As we're a condo association, it's not an easy job to wrangle in all of the owners and get them on the same page. Jacob was kind and patient while we worked out things internally. He was very understanding about our financial situation and worked with us to ensure we were going to be okay long term. The work that they did was excellent - highly recommend!!!

Renee Balliet

2023-05

The Jagra Masonry team is great! They completed several project at my home including tuck pointing, new sidewalk, gangway sidewalk, and removal of old concrete for another project I’m doing. They were on time, meticulous, and great communicators,. Jakob was great to work with. He patiently took off my questions and concerns. Plain and simple, these guys do good work.

Carol Porfilio

2023-08

We are very pleased with the work done by Jagra. A prior owner of our home had painted our Chicago Common Brick which had caused extensive erosion and flaking. The prior owners had also “repaired” the mortar and bricks using FlexAll mixed with sand. (This is a common scam on homeowners in Oak Park!) The “repairs” were hiding major damage to a basement stairwell wall. Jagra assessed the damage and replaced our damaged bricks with a full pallet of new, well matched bricks.Jagra will not be the cheap option but they are wonderful to work with. They used vacuums when grinding out the old mortar to minimize the dust and left our home clean and safe every evening. Extensive repairs were completed in five business days by a remarkably hard working team.

Christina Slaton

2023-04

Jagra came recommend to us by a neighbor when our three-flat needed roofing and masonry repairs. Jakub was very helpful and easy to work with. Our building needs extensive repairs, and he walked us through which issues to prioritize. His crew worked quickly and efficiently. We will definitely use them in the future.

Martin Montes

2023-04

Jacob and his team provided excellent customer service and quality of work. Jacob provided a reasonable and competitive bid, he was in constant communication during the job, and his crew performed the job expeditiously and with top notch quality. I am extremely pleased with the end result and have already recommended Jakra to my network of friends looking for similar work.

Felicia Hollie

2023-11

I got stamped concrete for my front yard. This company is very professional. They answered all of my questions and responded in a timely manner. The communication was great. Satisfied with finished product.

Steve Geis

2023-08

I needed tuckpointing and some brick replacement on my house which was built in the late 1800s. Jagra assessed the job; provided a proposal and completed the project in the timely manner. The team was professional, courteous and very skilled. Their work exceeded my expectations.

Lawrence M

2023-06

They were great and did an amazing job. Jacob and his crew were professional and efficient with their work. This company definitely knows what they’re doing. I will use them again in the coming future and would highly recommend because of the quality of work they put in.

Miguel Hernandez

2023-06

Jagra was able to take care of the work my home needed pretty fast and I am happy with the work done. Great communication from Jacob was a big plus for me. I would definitely look to hire them again.

Daniel Goldmeier

2023-04

Jagra does fantastic work! Their pricing was competitive and Jacob is super knowledgeable and professional.We used Jagra at our large condo building and he and his team did a wonderful job, were organized, and kept to schedule.After previous contractors did sub par work Jagra solved all our problems completely, on time, at a very fair price and were a real pleasure to work with.Highly recommended!

Dean Thanos

2023-04

Working with our very tight schedule, Jagra responded quickly with an on-site visit and prompt follow up with a proposal clearly stating the work to be performed. They welcomed questions with straightforward explanations.Jagra started work in a timely manner and the Project Manager kept us abreast of how work was progressing and brought structural issues to our attention so they could be addressed.We were impressed by Jagra’s thoroughness with the window lintel replacements. We appreciated the expertise they offered in identifying mistakes made by a previous contractor, remediating them, and replacing the lintel L-beams properly. They reseated our decorative terra cotta tiles to sit flush and even with one another. Our front entry door now looks superb, as the tiles are flush and have the proper wicking ropes to move moisture away from the building.Jagra kept the work site clean, safe and secure through out the project, which was located on a high foot traffic street. The crew was courteous to our building residents.It was wonderful to have Jagra’s help in handling the case from our city inspector. They provided detailed pictures and proof of work to us to ensure the case was closed without additional fines.The BadWindows were broken in the process and then went unfixed for months. While we understand it is hard to find a subcontractor, this might have been prevented simply by covering the windows with a mover’s blanket during the grinding process.There were several spots where the grout was not color matched as promised in the statement of work; gray concrete color does not match the existing beige grout tint. Other spots were not acid washed and still have the appearance of smeared grout.

R B

2022-04

We hired Jagra Corp to place cement on the front side of our building as well as rear with an ice/water shield included. We reviewed the estimate with an engineer and it looked good, we suggested making some modifications, it was applied accordingly and Jacob Jagra completed the job on time.After work conclusion: at the time of writing this review we assess that they did an excellent job, met and accomplished their work obligation/s. His team is professional and respectful, they went extra mile to provide additional services to fix an old damaged water spout that was not part of the contract.Recommendation: Jacob Jagra is "a real dependable contractor and is highly recommended".