Sterling Heights went from farmland to one of Michigan’s largest cities almost overnight. Its population jumped from about 14,600 in 1960 to nearly 109,000 by 1980. Most of that growth came as brick: ranches, tri-levels and colonials built for families working at the auto plants along Van Dyke and Mound. Today those 40- to 60-year-old homes are solid, but many of their porches, chimneys and mortar joints are ready for skilled repair.

Next Level Custom Brick is a family-owned masonry contractor with more than 15 years of experience in Metro Detroit. In Sterling Heights, we rebuild brick porches and steps, repair and rebuild chimneys, tuckpoint and replace brick, rebuild brick walls, and add custom brick and stone for better curb appeal.

Masonry Services for Sterling Heights Homes

These are the projects Sterling Heights homeowners ask us for most:

Brick Porch & Step Rebuilds

Cracked caps, sinking steps and loose brick on front porches are common on 1960s and 1970s homes. We rebuild porches and steps on a new compacted base and match the brick and mortar to your house.

Chimney Repair & Rebuilds

We repair crowns, replace caps, tuckpoint and rebuild chimneys above the roofline to stop leaks and keep your fireplace and furnace venting safely.

Brick Wall Repair, Tuckpointing & Rebuilds

From step cracks and eroded joints to garage walls and privacy walls that are leaning or crumbling, we repair or rebuild brick walls to match the original.

Custom Brickwork & Curb Appeal

Brick mailboxes, pillars, planter boxes and garden walls are affordable upgrades that make a classic ranch or tri-level stand out.

Stone Veneer & Cultured Stone

A stone wainscot, refaced porch columns or an updated interior fireplace can modernize a 1970s home without a major remodel.

Sterling Heights Neighborhoods We Serve

We work in every section of Sterling Heights, from the Warren border north to Utica and Shelby Township.

South Sterling Heights: 14 to 16 Mile

The oldest subdivisions, built in the 1960s, have brick ranches with small front stoops and short chimneys. Porch rebuilds and chimney crowns are the most common work we do here.

Central Sterling Heights near Dodge Park & City Center

Around Dodge Park and the city center on Utica Road are tri-levels and colonials from the 1970s and 1980s. Typical needs include tuckpointing, porch repair, chimney rebuilds and stone veneer upgrades.

Clinton River & Freedom Hill Area

Homes near the Clinton River and Freedom Hill County Park often have sloped backyards and wetter soil. Steps, walls and patios here need solid bases and good drainage.

North Sterling Heights: 18 to 21 Mile

Newer, larger brick colonials in the north end often call for brick matching on additions, outdoor living features and decorative entry work.

Rebuilt red brick garage wall with new mortar joints and capping
A brick wall rebuilt with new brick, mortar and capping.

Why Sterling Heights Brickwork Wears Out

Most of Sterling Heights was built over about 25 years, so much of its masonry is aging at the same pace. Concrete porch caps from the 1960s and 70s crack and let water into the brick below. Original chimney crowns, often just a thin layer of mortar, break down and let water run into the chimney. Mortar on exposed walls slowly washes out. Each Michigan winter, water in those cracks freezes and pushes them wider.

Many Sterling Heights homes also sit on heavy clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry, which can settle porches and steps over time. That’s why we rebuild porches from a new compacted base instead of just resurfacing the top. When the base is solid, the brick above it stays put.

Real Before-and-After Projects

Photos of our own work on brick homes much like the ones throughout Sterling Heights.

Before and after front porch and steps rebuilt with new brick and concrete caps
Before and after: front porch and steps rebuilt with a new cap and brick.
Before and after brick chimney top with new brick and crown
Before and after: a chimney top rebuilt with new brick and a new crown.

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Why Sterling Heights Homeowners Choose Next Level Custom Brick

  • Family-owned and local, serving Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties for 15+ years.
  • Licensed & insured with our own Michigan builder’s license.
  • Repairs that last. We fix the cause, not just the crack.
  • Brick and mortar matching for seamless repairs.
  • No-pressure, on-site estimates Monday through Saturday.

Sterling Heights Masonry FAQs

Should I repair or replace my cracked front porch?

If the cracks are small and the porch is level and attached to the house, repair may be enough. If the porch is sinking, pulling away from the house, or the cap is broken in several places, a rebuild on a new base is usually the better long-term value. We’ll show you what we find.

Can you rebuild a brick garage or privacy wall?

Yes. We take down failing sections, set a proper base and rebuild with brick and mortar that match the original, adding a cap to keep water out.

How long does a chimney rebuild take?

Most chimney rebuilds above the roofline take one to three days, depending on height, access and weather.

Do you offer free estimates in Sterling Heights?

Yes. We provide free, no-pressure on-site estimates Monday through Saturday throughout Sterling Heights and Macomb County.

Request Your Free Sterling Heights Masonry Estimate

From porch rebuilds to chimney repair, Next Level Custom Brick will keep your Sterling Heights home solid and good-looking. Call 734-292-5250 or request your free estimate online.

Also serving near Sterling Heights: Shelby Township, Troy, St. Clair Shores, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak. View all service areas.