John Cunningham
Having worked with Gralak for many years, I can highly recommend them. They are highly professional, honest, and they get the job done!
Business ProfileConcrete & Masonry Contractors in Chicago, Illinois
Gralak Tuckpointing and Masonry Waterproofing dba Gralak…
Gralak Tuckpointing and Masonry Waterproofing dba Gralak…
Gralak Construction LLC, doing business as Gralak Masonry Contractors, has served Chicago and its nearby north and northwest suburbs since 1991. It repairs, restores, protects, rebuilds and preserves masonry.
Last Updated October 3, 2026.
Business Highlights
- Licensed masonry contractor certified by the City of Chicago.
- Insured and bonded.
- Owner Radoslaw Gralak passed the supervising mason exam.
- Offers the Gralak Guarantee.
- Offers year-round discounts for teachers and first responders.
- Keeps worksites free from debris.
Service Area
Chicago and nearby suburbs, including Evanston, Skokie, Oak Park and Elmwood Park.
Active Business Listing
Gralak Tuckpointing and Masonry Waterproofing dba Gralak… is one of 11 concrete & masonry contractors ProsGrade lists in Chicago, Illinois.
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Listing details
12 services listed, including Tuckpointing and mortar-joint repair, Concrete block repair and Masonry waterproofing and sealing. Open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Rated 4.9 from 29 reviews.
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- Service information
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- Published local profile
How This Business Compares
How Gralak Tuckpointing and Masonry Waterproofing dba Gralak… compares with the other 10 concrete & masonry contractors on ProsGrade in Chicago, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- One of 11 Chicago concrete & masonry contractors on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.
Services Covered
12 services- Tuckpointing and mortar-joint repairDeteriorated mortar replacement; brick, stone and block repair or replacement.
- Concrete block repairCrack repair, sealing, and full or partial replacement of damaged CMU walls.
- Masonry waterproofing and sealingConcrete blocks, split-face blocks, brick, stone and foundations; caulking sealant replacement.
- Chimney masonry repairTuckpointing and brick, block or stone repair or replacement.
- Foundation crack repairInterior epoxy injection; exterior trenching and a waterproofing barrier.
- Facade restorationMasonry facade rehabilitation.
- Parapet wall repair and rebuildingRepairs, rebuilding and clay-tile capping.
- Lintel replacementI-beam and iron lintels.
- Window and door flashingRepair, removal and installation.
- Glass block repairIndividual glass block repair or replacement.
- Masonry power washingBrick and stone power washing.
- Window and door sill copingsWindowsill and door-sill copings.
Reviews
What customers say
Several reviews praise the crews’ professionalism and the quality of their finished work. One customer recalls having all the brick facades of a two-flat tuckpointed and seven lintels replaced, and says a city inspector complimented the job.
Customer Reviews
James
Just finished a large (for us) project where we had all of our brick facades tuck pointed on our two flat, and 7 lintels replaced. They did a fantastic job and even the city inspector (who had 25 years of masonry experience) complimented them on the quality of work. Will definitely be returning to them for future projects, and recommending them to friends.
tejal chande
Our condo HOA hired Gralak Construction LLC to seal our windows and repair some leaks with professional-grade caulking. The job also included sealing the entryway steps, and replacing deteriorated stones. The team was prompt, courteous, and highly detail-oriented. They thoroughly cleaned and prepped all areas, and used quality materials. Highly recommended for anyone needing reliable, top-notch work! Rado Gralak was very communicative, prompt, and timely. It was a pleasure to work with the team, and will definitely call on Gralak in the future!
Valeria Carrillo
I recently hired Gralak Tuckpointing to complete a project for my grandma. The owner communicated with me easily and was very reliable. The crew was professional and organized. The work was completed on time, on budget and exceeded all of our expectations. Everything was fantastic and I highly recommend Gralak Tuckpointing!! My grandma was extremely happy and pleased with everything.
William Gogolak
If I could leave 10 stars I would! Working with Gralak Tuck-pointing and Waterproofing was a fantastic experience! The owner and his team did an outstanding job on our project, they got to our project in the time they agreed. They were professional, efficient, and went above and beyond to ensure everything was done to our satisfaction. I highly recommend them for any tuck-pointing or waterproofing jobs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Gralak inspect masonry problems before estimating?
Owner Radoslaw Gralak personally inspects the property, identifies problem areas and estimates costs.
Does Gralak obtain permits?
It often obtains permits, though some municipalities require the property owner to apply for specific permits.
How does Gralak repair foundation cracks?
Interior cracks are repaired by injecting epoxy resin. For exterior cracks, Gralak excavates a trench at the leaking wall and applies a waterproofing barrier, which may be rubberized flashing or poured concrete.
Can temperatures affect Gralak’s tuckpointing schedule?
For tuckpointing, jobs are postponed if wall temperatures fall below 40 degrees or exceed 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient temperatures may affect the schedule and timeline.