From masonry repairs and restorations to custom fireplaces and outdoor kitchens, Jim Dayton Masonry provides expert services you can trust.
2026 MRT Readers’ Choice Gold Award Winner — Favorite Masonry Contractor, Midland Voted #1 by Midland readers, Jim Dayton Masonry brings over 40 years of hands-on masonry
expertise to every repair, restoration, and build.
Founded in 1981, Jim Dayton Masonry is a locally owned and operated masonry contractor proudly serving the communities of Midland, Odessa, and Big Spring, TX. With a strong commitment to quality craftsmanship and integrity, we have earned a reputation as a trusted name in the masonry industry.
Graduating from James Madison University in 1979, Jim Dayton brought both education and passion for masonry to his work. From the very beginning, our mission has been to deliver exceptional masonry solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations. Over the past four decades, we have specialized in a wide range of services.
Our dedication to craftsmanship, attention to detail, and unwavering integrity have made us the preferred choice for homeowners and businesses alike. We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients, and we take pride in every project we undertake, ensuring that your satisfaction is our top priority.
At Jim Dayton Masonry, we don’t just build structures; we build trust. Let us help you bring your masonry vision to life with our expertise and commitment to excellence.
We conduct our business with honesty and transparency, ensuring that every project is handled ethically and with respect for our clients.
We are dedicated to delivering top-notch craftsmanship, using the best materials and techniques to ensure lasting results.
Your satisfaction is our top priority. We listen to your needs, address your concerns, and work tirelessly to exceed your expectations.
With a rich history in the masonry industry since 1981, we bring extensive knowledge and skill to every project.
As a local business, we understand the unique needs of our community and are dedicated to providing personalized, high-quality service.
We are BBB accredited and an Angi recommended contractor for over 9 years — a track record that reflects our commitment to ethical practices and exceptional service.
We specialize in a wide range of masonry services, including repairs, custom fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, block fences, stone and brick veneer, and brick restoration.
Jim Dayton Masonry has been serving the community since 1981, bringing over 40 years of experience to every project.
We provide services in Midland, Odessa, and Big Spring, TX. If you’re located in these areas, we’d be happy to assist with your masonry needs.
Masonry is subject to a wide variety of complex forces.
Among these are:
• Water damage due to irrigation/ sprinklers spraying
brick Expansion and contraction due to freeze/thaw cycles.
• Efflorescence (expansion of soluble salts).
• Thermal expansion and contraction.
• Expansion of rusting metal contiguous to the masonry units.
• Moisture trapped behind painted masonry unable to escape.
• Masonry “sealed” with an inappropriate sealer.
• Effects of acid rain.
• Failure to properly repair mortar joints (repointing) soon after initial mortar failure.
• Using an incorrectly formulated repair mortar for repointing.
• Failure to repoint.
• Incompatible materials with differing physical characteristics contiguous to each other.
• Imperfections in the masonry units resulting from the
fabrication or manufacturing process.
• Incorrectly installed masonry units.
• Poor detailing, design, and specifications.
• Wind erosion.
• Biological growth (plant life).
• Rising damp (the vertical migration of water through masonry by way of capillary action).
• Splashback (water falling from the roofline, hitting the ground, and splashing up on the masonry).
• Being hit by vehicles, lawnmowers, and other such things.
• Settling.
• Birds and other animals.
• Seismic activity.
• Several of these forces often work simultaneously on
the masonry. The best way to identify the causes of deterioration is to call on the expertise of an experienced and trained professional who has a keen understanding of masonry materials science. Only after the cause has been determined can the most appropriate and enduring intervention method be recommended.
You can schedule a service by calling us at +1 (432) 557-0679, sending an email to [email protected], or filling out the contact form on our website.
We stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not happy with the results, we will work with you to make it right.
Deteriorated masonry can quickly lead to more serious
structural problems. Once masonry begins to deteriorate, the rate of
deterioration grows exponentially. Repairing masonry as soon as
possible costs much less in the long run and protects you from much
greater damage and expense in the future. Any damaged masonry
must be repaired when selling your home or an allowance given to the
buyer to complete the work. At the end of the day, the masonry will
look better repaired and avoid higher costs later.
The cause and extent of the deterioration, as well as the
environmental conditions the
masonry is exposed to, determine the best way to repair masonry.
Among the repair options are:
• Composite Patching Replacing the areas of deterioration with a specially formulated repair mortar that closely matches the color, texture, and physical characteristics of the host masonry.
• Dutchman Patches – Replacing small areas of
deterioration with new masonry that is carefully shaped to precisely fit the void created as a result of removing the deteriorated portion of the masonry. Dutchman patches are usually done on stone rather than brick or terra-cotta.
• Remove and Replace – Removing the entire masonry unit, then replacing it with new masonry.
• New Veneer – Removing the entire exposed face of the masonry to a predetermined depth, then replacing it with new masonry.
• Retooling – Reshaping the masonry unit where it sits
without removing any part of it.
• Consolidation – Carefully removing the badly
deteriorated masonry material, then applying various specialty treatments that strengthen and consolidate the remaining masonry unit. The masonry is not restored, but rather preserved in its existing condition.
Choosing the best method to repair deteriorated masonry is a critical decision that should be done by a trained, experienced, and competent professional. This will give you peace of mind that the repaired masonry will not only look good, but it will also endure the test of time.
Most damage here comes from a handful of causes:
Look for cracks in the mortar joints or through the brick, mortar that is crumbling or sandy, loose or missing bricks, white powdery stains, bricks with flaking faces, and gaps around windows and doors. Stair-step cracks and cracks wider than about a quarter inch deserve a closer look, because they can point to movement or water problems and not just cosmetic wear.
Repointing means removing deteriorated mortar from the joints and replacing it with new mortar. It's needed when mortar is crumbling, cracked, or recessed. Doing it early protects the wall from water, and waiting usually means more brick damage and a bigger bill.
Yes, and that's what we specialize in. We take out only the damaged bricks and mortar, without disturbing the sound masonry around them. Then we install matching brick and finish it so the repair blends in with the weathered wall. [Add: how you source or match brick.]
Matching is the hardest part of the job and the part we take the most pride in. New brick looks new next to brick that has weathered for decades, so we choose brick for size, color, and texture, then stain and finish it to blend. Done right, you shouldn't be able to find the repair.
Yes. Common repairs include repointing, replacing damaged brick, and fixing cracked crowns and deteriorated masonry. [Confirm which chimney and fireplace repairs you do.] If there's a leak, smoke problem, or structural movement, we'll tell you what we see before you commit to anything.
Sealing isn't always the right answer. A sealer can trap moisture inside the wall, so we look at why the wall is taking on water before recommending anything.
Sometimes. Sudden damage, such as a vehicle hitting a wall or storm damage, is often covered, while wear and gradual deterioration usually aren't. Check with your insurance company. We can provide a written estimate and photos of the damage to support a claim.
It depends on the extent of the damage, how hard the brick is to match, and how much of the wall is affected. Costs depend entirely on the job, so we look at it in person and give you a free written quote.
Jim Dayton personally handles customer interactions including estimates, supervision, problem solving, customer service and oversees every job. Our crew has worked together for years and consistently deliver superior consistent results.
Call 432-557-0679 or use the quote form. We serve Midland, Odessa, and Big Spring. We will do estimates beyond these areas but will require a trip charge.
