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Masonry Restoration Specialist Β· 2026 salary + AI outlook

Masonry Restoration Specialist salary β€” and how to earn like the top 1%

$55,000median / year Β· about $26 an hour (BLS)

Repointing and lime-mortar work stay entirely by hand, but drones and photogrammetry now drive facade surveys and estimates. Specialists who master historic preservation standards pull ahead.

Entry level
$36,000
Top earners
$80,000
Job growth
+3%
AI exposure
Low
πŸ† The Top 1% Playbook

How to reach the top 1% of Masonry Restoration Specialists

Four moves, straight from how the highest-paid in this field use AI in 2026:

1
Master historic method Learn lime-mortar analysis and matching, and work to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and NPS Preservation Briefs; landmark and grant-funded projects hire only specialists who know them cold.
2
Earn preservation cred Train through the International Masonry Institute and the Preservation Trades Network; documented preservation craftsmanship is what qualifies you to bid public and historic-tax-credit restoration jobs.
3
Survey with drones Use drone facade imaging and photogrammetry to build condition surveys and accurate estimates without full scaffolding; faster, safer assessments win bids and protect your margins.
4
Chase landmark work Register for federal and state historic-preservation bid lists and build relationships with restoration architects; landmark buildings and tax-credit projects pay far above commodity repointing.
πŸ’‘ The move that pays: A drone can map every cracked joint on the facade β€” only your hands can make them disappear.
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Masonry Restoration Specialist Salary in 2026

Masonry Restoration Specialist pay, in real terms

Per hour
$26.44
Per week
$1,058
Every 2 weeks
$2,115
Per month
$4,583

At the national median of $55,000/year, a masonry restoration specialist earns $4,583/month before taxes. Over a 30-year career that's roughly $1,650,000 in gross earnings β€” and that's before raises, promotions, or bonuses.

That puts this role about 14% above the U.S. median wage for all workers (about $48,060/year, per BLS). Using the common rule of keeping housing under 30% of gross pay, this salary supports about $1,375/month in rent or mortgage.

Figures are gross (pre-tax) estimates from the national median; use the take-home and hourly calculators on PayCrunch for your exact state and situation.

Updated June 2026 Β· BLS Data
How much does a Masonry Restoration Specialist make?
$55,000per year
National median salary Β· $26.44/hour Β· $4,583/month
Hourly
$26.44
Monthly
$4,583
Weekly
$1,058
Daily
$212
Estimated take-home
$41,800/yr
Adjust Your Market Position
$55,000/yr
Entry Level Β· $36,000 Top Earner Β· $80,000
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What Does a Masonry Restoration Specialist Do?

Masonry restoration specialists repair and restore deteriorating brick, stone, and concrete on historic and commercial buildings.

Masonry Restoration Specialist Salary by State

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How to Become a Masonry Restoration Specialist

Education: High school diploma + training

Certifications: None required

Career path: Helper β†’ Restoration Tech β†’ Senior Tech β†’ Lead Specialist β†’ Restoration Contractor

Masonry Restoration Specialist Salary by Experience

Entry level
$36,000
Mid-career
$55,000
Senior
$72,800

Estimates based on BLS percentile data and industry surveys. Actual salaries vary by employer, location, and individual qualifications.

Top 10 Highest-Paying States for Masonry Restoration Specialists

#StateAnnualMonthlyHourly
1Hawaii$64,900$5,408$31.20
2California$63,250$5,271$30.41
3New York$63,250$5,271$30.41
4Massachusetts$61,600$5,133$29.62
5New Jersey$61,600$5,133$29.62
6Connecticut$60,500$5,042$29.09
7Washington$60,500$5,042$29.09
8Maryland$59,400$4,950$28.56
9Alaska$57,750$4,812$27.76
10Colorado$57,750$4,812$27.76

State salaries estimated using BLS national median adjusted by regional cost-of-living factors.

Compare to Related Jobs

Job TitleMedian SalaryHourlyDifference
Masonry Restoration Specialist$55,000$26.44β€”
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Mason$55,000$26.44β€”
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Job Outlook

The BLS projects +3% growth for masonry restoration specialists through 2032, which is about as fast as average compared to the average for all occupations (3%).

πŸ†• New & Trending AI Tools for Masonry Restoration SpecialistReviewed July 2026

We track new AI-tool launches every week and refresh this list β€” here’s what’s gaining traction for Masonry Restoration Specialist work right now.

Workiz AINEWPaid / see site

Field-service software with an AI receptionist that answers and books calls.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: never miss a job call β€” AI answers, quotes, and schedules

HandoffNEWPaid / see site

AI estimating that turns a scope into a priced proposal.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: produce accurate estimates and proposals in minutes, not hours

Trunk ToolsNEWPaid / see site

AI assistant that answers questions from job plans, specs, and submittals on site.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: ask a question and get the answer pulled straight from the project drawings/specs

NotebookLMNEWFree / $7.99 mo

Google tool that answers questions grounded only in the documents you give it β€” with citations.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: load your own manuals, policies, or PDFs and ask questions that stay accurate to the source

ChatGPTFree / $20 mo

AI assistant that answers code, spec, and troubleshooting questions in plain language.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: look up code requirements, size a circuit, or troubleshoot a fault on the spot

ServiceTitan Titan IntelligenceQuote-based

AI across dispatch, scheduling, and customer follow-up for trades.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: route jobs, price work, and follow up with customers automatically

BuildOpsCustom pricing

Commercial trades platform with AI estimating and job management.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: manage bids, jobs, and techs with AI-assisted estimating

ClaudeFree / $20 mo

AI assistant known for careful writing, long-document analysis, and coding.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: analyze big reports or spreadsheets and turn messy notes into clean, finished writing

Google GeminiFree / $20 mo

Google's AI assistant, built into Gmail, Docs, and Search.

How a Masonry Restoration Specialist uses it: draft and reply inside Google Workspace and research without leaving the page

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a masonry restoration specialist make?
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The national median salary for a masonry restoration specialist is $55,000 per year, or $26.44 per hour. Entry-level positions start around $36,000 while top earners make $80,000 or more.
What education do you need to become a masonry restoration specialist?
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Most masonry restoration specialist positions require high school diploma + training. Additional certifications or experience may increase earning potential.
What is the job outlook for masonry restoration specialists?
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Employment of masonry restoration specialists is projected to grow 3% over the next decade, which is about average compared to the average for all occupations.
What are the highest paying states for masonry restoration specialists?
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The highest paying states include Hawaii, California, New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, where cost of living adjustments push salaries above the national median.
Can you make six figures as a masonry restoration specialist?
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While the median salary is below six figures, top earners in high-paying states and with significant experience can approach or exceed $100,000.
Methodology and data sources

Salary data is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) program. National median, 10th percentile, and 90th percentile figures are sourced from the most recent BLS OES release. State-level salary estimates are calculated by applying regional price parity adjustments from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) to the national median. Job growth projections are from the BLS Employment Projections program. Education and certification requirements are based on BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook descriptions. All figures are approximate and updated periodically.

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