Chimney repair, tuckpointing, stucco repair, and stone masonry — Tim Hanson has served the Dayton corridor for 30 years from his Elk River base, about 20 minutes away. Direct contact with the contractor. No crews, no surprises, no subcontractors.
Serving Dayton MN. Describe your masonry issue and we'll respond same day.
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Dayton sits along the Mississippi River just south of Elk River, making it a natural extension of Tim Hanson's primary service area. Over the past decade, Dayton has seen rapid growth — new subdivisions, upscale homes with stone exteriors, and brick-accented construction that reflects the area's rising property values. But masonry, even on new construction, needs attention in Minnesota. The state's freeze-thaw cycle is among the most demanding in the country for masonry materials, with temperature swings of 90+ degrees between winter lows and summer highs.
On newer Dayton homes, the most common masonry issues Tim encounters involve decorative stone veneer that wasn't installed with adequate drainage or weep screed, leading to moisture trapped behind the veneer. Left unaddressed, trapped moisture accelerates the deterioration of both the stone and the underlying substrate. Tim can diagnose veneer problems, re-flash problem areas, and re-point joints to restore a proper moisture barrier.
On older Dayton properties — particularly near the river — chimney work is the primary need. River proximity means higher average humidity, which accelerates mortar deterioration. Tim has repaired and rebuilt dozens of chimneys in riverfront corridors throughout the NW Metro. If your chimney has visible cracks, missing mortar, or has been leaking into the attic during heavy rain, a free estimate is the first step. Tim will tell you exactly what needs to be done and what can be deferred.
Every job backed by 30 years of hands-on experience in NW Metro Minneapolis.
Tuckpointing, crown repair, flashing replacement, and full chimney rebuilds. We stop leaks and restore structural integrity.
Precision mortar joint removal and repointing. Restores weatherproofing of brick and stone without replacing masonry.
Crack repair, patching, and full stucco restoration. Texture-matched finishes that blend seamlessly with existing surfaces.
Spalling brick replacement, stone veneer repair, repointing, and decorative masonry for steps, walls, and facades.
Block and stone retaining wall repair, rebuild, and new construction. Built to handle Minnesota frost pressure.
Firebox repair, damper replacement, and exterior fireplace restoration. Safe, functional, and built to last.
Tim diagnosed our stone veneer moisture problem that two other contractors missed. Reflashed the problem area, repointed the joints, and solved the leak for good. Honest, skilled, and reasonably priced.
Chimney was leaking into the living room ceiling every spring. Tim tuckpointed the entire chimney and rebuilt the crown — zero leaks since. Gave us an honest timeline and stuck to it. Highly recommend.
Same-day response. No obligation. Tim answers personally.
Dayton homeowners — describe the issue and we'll be in touch fast.
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