Otto's Masonry

Masonry & Bricklaying
Toronto ON M4G 1L3
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9.8 10 (405 reviews)

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Vernon Medas in Toronto
Vernon Medas in Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Leaky front porch - Blue-skin membrane works well!!

During heavy rain, the front porch of our 70 year old house would allow water to pour into our furnace room beneath. We sought a permanent fix that didn't involve having a complete overhaul/rebuild of the front porch and the cost that involves. Otto's Masonry sent Brian Knowles out to scope out the job and provide an estimate. The suggested fix was to have a "blue-skin" membrane installed over the porch slab, something we were not familiar with. The estimate was provided in Aug 2016 but we didn't have the work completed until the spring of 2017. The original estimate was honoured. The job was a little tricky as it involved removing the existing flagstone in order to apply the blue-skin membrane on the slab and then resetting the flagstone, like a jigsaw puzzle. Conroy and his son did the work and were great; prompt, hardworking and courteous. Conroy and Jr. were able to effectively problem-solve when other minor issues arose, the pride taken in their work is evident. Most importantly, the blue-skin fix worked beautifully!! The work was completed in early spring 2017, just before the significantly wet spring/summer that we had.....and our furnace room remained dry. I wouldn't hesitate to use Otto's Masonry again; they are reasonably priced, complete the work they promise to do efficiently & competently, answer the phone/respond to emails promptly and in general left a very positive impression from start to finish.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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Thank you Vernon!

Ashton Renovations
Ashton Renovations
8 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Concrete Work

We have used Otto's Masonry several times now and we appreciate their great work and professionalism. They are very knowledgable and we can count on them. We look forward to using them again in the near future.

Approximate cost of services:
$7,000.00
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Thank you Ashton!

Victoria in Guelph
Victoria in Guelph
1 review Guelph, ON
10/10

Flagstones installed well by reliable craftsmen

We hired Otto to install flagstones on our patio steps and landing as well as repair sunken interlock. Despite inclement weather Otto's team worked through the cold and snow to get the work done on time. His crew are reliable, professional craftsmen who showed up on time, did a great job and cleaned up after every shift. Otto checked the work and asked us for our feedback along the way. The work was well done, done on time despite the weather. I would not hesitate to recommend Otto and his team of craftsmen.

Approximate cost of services:
$6,000.00
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Thank you Victoria!

Liza in Toronto
Liza in Toronto
15 reviews Toronto, ON
9/10

Tuckpointing and front concrete stair renewal

Hired Otto's team to do tuckpointing on front and back of our 57 year old brick house as well as repair and apply concrete renewel to a crumbling concrete step. Brian worked meticulously to do tuckpointing over a few days and despite missing a few hard spots, Otto was quick to come check the work and agreed that the work needed to be finished properly. They didn't hound us to get paid until we were completely satisfied. We wouldn't hesitate to use them again for any future masonry work and recommend them to others.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,000.00
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Thanks for the kind words Liza!

Mark from Toronto
Mark from Toronto
6 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

New front walkway, parging, opening basement wall for patio door to garden, blocking up old basement door

I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Otto's Masonary. From start to finish Otto and his crew worked at the highest skill level, did everything they said they would do on time, and took utmost care when opening up the wall in our basement for a patio door. The people and the work they do are excellent in every respect and I couldn't be happier with the results.

Approximate cost of services:
$14,500.00
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Thank you Mark!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

New Garage floor, new front steps, tuck pointing on exterior wall

Otto's Masonry is 1st class from Quote to Finishing Project. Quality of work is superb and the team is outstanding. Will be using them in the spring to do some more masonry work.

Approximate cost of services:
$8,000.00
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Wow! what a compliment, thank you. Was a pleasure!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Concrete Work

Concrete work was done around the home where waterproofing had been done earlier in the year. They did a great job and cleaned up after they job was completed. Otto and his team were excellent! I would definitely recommend them.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,000.00
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Thank you very much!!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Concrete stairs

Very very happy with Otto and his workers. Worked around our schedule due to offices needing to be open at certain time. Did everything we asked plus more. Went the extra mile to build a ramp so our tenants could get in and out, and no extra charge. Would definitely recommend Otto. Very happy, would definitely recommend or use them again.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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Thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure working with you.

10/10

Exterior Parging and tuck pointing

We called Otto Masonry on the recommendation of another contractor we know.

Otto Masonry was neat, organized, on time, and efficient. The property was left in tidy condition and their work seems thorough.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,800.00
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Thank you very much for the kind words!

Jennifer in Toronto
Jennifer in Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Basement Walkout

I was extremely impressed with the crew from Otto's. They were extremely efficient and professional. Their work was completed on time and on budget even with some permit issues along the way. I highly recommend them to anyone!

Approximate cost of services:
$20,000.00
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Thank you very much Jennifer!

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More about Otto's Masonry

Internal waterproofing, masonry & bricklaying, tuckpointing, parging, chimney rebuild and repair, concrete, stone porches and much more.

Call (416) 467-1717 for a free estimate! Over 30 years doing concrete, chimneys, fireplaces, tuckpointing, bricklaying, porches...and everything masonry.

CATEGORIES
Tuck Pointing, Chimney Build & Repair, Masonry & Bricklaying, and Concrete Contractors
SERVICES
Waterproofing, Tuckpointing, brick repair, brick replacement, chimney rebuild or repair, walkways, driveways, concrete steps/stairs, porches, window sills, flagstone installation.
BRANDS
We work with a lot of Banas stone and will use a variance of brands on brickwork to get the best match we can on your home.
SPECIALITIES
We specialize in waterproofing, tuckpointing, concrete porches and stone work.
WEBSITE
https://www.ottosmasonry.ca
PAYMENT METHOD
We ask for a downpayment for big jobs, and we expect payment upon satisfactory completion of job
LICENSES
Metro Licence: T85-3959154
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
3 to 4 years on complete new builds.
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