Material Matching & Custom Repairs Done Right
Seamless, Smart, and Built to Blend | Precision Repairs That Look Original
When it comes to masonry, not all repairs are created equal. You’ve seen the horror stories: a patch that’s two shades off, a new brick that stands out like a sore thumb, or a chunk of concrete that doesn’t match the rest of the walkway.
That’s not how we do things.
At Fix It Masonry, we specialize in material matching and custom repairs. Restoring brick, stone, and concrete surfaces with expert precision so your repairs are nearly invisible. Whether it’s a century-old chimney, a weathered retaining wall, or a custom patio, we make the new match the old.
Because when it’s done right, no one should notice it was ever broken.
What Is Material Matching And Why Does It Matter?
Material matching is the art (and science) of selecting and applying repair materials that match your existing structure in:
- Color
- Texture
- Size and shape
- Pattern and layout
- Mortar type and joint style
This is especially important for:
- Historic homes and restorations
- Visible areas like facades and entryways
- High-end properties with custom materials
- Real estate transactions requiring clean, discreet fixes
- Insurance repairs that must preserve property value
A mismatched patch job not only hurts curb appeal, but can also raise red flags during inspections, appraisals, or listings.
Our Material Matching & Custom Repair Services
Every repair we do is tailored to the property, materials, and situation. Our specialized services include:
Custom Brick Matching & Replacement
We source and install bricks that closely match your existing wall or facade in size, tone, and finish. Its especially important for older homes or decorative elements.
Mortar Color & Joint Style Matching
We custom-blend mortar to match the original shade, texture, and joint profile. Which is essential for seamless tuckpointing or partial wall repairs.
Stone Repair & Rebuilds
Natural stone is incredibly varied, so we use careful selection and layout planning to match patterns, shapes, and weathering in flagstone, slate, paving stone, and more.
Concrete Patch & Finish Matching
We repair cracks or spalling in concrete with blended finishes, textures, and colors that make the patch disappear. Including broom, smooth, or exposed aggregate finishes.
Custom Blending for Stucco & Veneer Repairs
When repairing decorative veneers or stucco, we match color, grain, and thickness for a clean look that holds up over time.
Who Needs Custom Material Matching?
Our clients include:
- Homeowners who want clean repairs that don’t ruin the look of their property
- Realtors & home sellers needing repairs that blend in before listing
- HOAs looking for consistency across community walls and walkways
- Property managers needing discreet fixes that don’t stand out
- Contractors & builders needing small-scale, detail-oriented repair partners
If it’s visible, valuable, or vintage; material matching is not optional. It’s essential.
Why Choose Fix It Masonry?
- We specialize in small to mid-size, high-precision repairs
- We take time to match materials, not rush through the job
- We understand aging materials, construction eras, and finishes
- We communicate clearly and provide photo-based estimates
- We work clean, respect your property, and deliver on detail
If you’ve been told “it can’t be matched”, call us. There’s a good chance we can.
The Risk of Not Matching Materials
Cut corners on material matching and you risk:
- Decreased home value due to obvious patch jobs
- Rejection by buyers or poor first impressions
- Violation of HOA or historic district guidelines
- Structural problems if incompatible materials are used
- Spending more later to fix a bad repair
We don’t just make it “better”, we make it right.
Let’s Make That Repair Disappear
Whether it’s one brick, one corner, or one step. You deserve a repair that looks like it was always there. We’ll assess your materials, walk you through the best options, and give you a transparent quote that makes sense.
Fix It Masonry: When Detail Matters, We Deliver.
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Material Matching & Custom Masonry Repairs – Frequently Asked Questions
Material matching matters because visible repairs can reduce property value, fail inspections, and disrupt architectural consistency. Poorly matched materials stand out immediately, especially on facades, entryways, and historic structures. Proper matching preserves curb appeal, structural integrity, and long-term value.
Material matching is the process of selecting, blending, and installing repair materials so they closely match your existing masonry in color, texture, size, shape, pattern, and mortar joint style. When done correctly, the repair blends in naturally and looks original — not patched or replaced.
In many cases, yes. We specialize in working with older homes, historic structures, and custom masonry, sourcing reclaimed materials when possible or carefully selecting modern equivalents that closely match aged materials in appearance and finish. Our goal is to replicate the original look as closely as possible.
When material matching is done correctly, most repairs are nearly invisible. While no repair can turn back time completely, our focus is to make the new work blend seamlessly with existing materials so it doesn’t draw attention or look out of place.
We perform custom matching for a wide range of masonry materials, including:
- Brick (historic, decorative, and modern)
- Natural stone (flagstone, slate, sandstone, travertine, limestone)
- Concrete surfaces and finishes
- Mortar color, joint style, and texture
- Stucco and decorative veneers
Each material requires a different matching approach, which is why experience matters.
Mortar matching involves custom blending cement, sand, and pigments to replicate the original color and texture. We also match joint width, depth, and profile so repaired sections align visually and structurally with the existing masonry.
Yes. We match concrete texture, finish, and color, including smooth trowel, broom finish, and exposed aggregate. This ensures concrete patches blend in naturally and don’t appear as obvious repair spots.
Yes — especially for highly visible areas. Even a single mismatched brick, stone, or concrete patch can stand out. Small repairs done without proper matching often look worse than the original damage.
Absolutely. We regularly perform custom masonry repairs for historic homes, HOAs, and properties with strict appearance guidelines. Proper material matching helps ensure compliance with architectural standards, HOA rules, and historic preservation requirements.
Material matching can take more time and attention to detail, but it often saves money long-term by preventing failed inspections, rework, or replacement due to poor appearance. In many cases, the cost difference is minimal compared to the value it preserves.
We evaluate the age of the structure, existing materials, weathering patterns, and surrounding areas. Based on this, we recommend the best repair method and materials to ensure durability and visual consistency.
Yes. We provide fast, transparent estimates, often using photos. We’ll assess your materials, explain your options clearly, and recommend the most effective solution — without upselling or unnecessary work.
Our clients include:
- Homeowners who want repairs that don’t stand out
- Realtors and sellers preparing properties for listing
- HOAs maintaining consistent community aesthetics
- Property managers overseeing visible repairs
- Contractors needing precision repair partners
If appearance, value, or compliance matters — material matching is essential.
Fix It Masonry specializes in small to mid-size, high-precision masonry repairs. We understand aging materials, construction eras, and finishing techniques. Our work is detail-driven, clean, honest, and built to blend — because the best repair is the one no one notices.