Larry Vacala (Larry)

Larry Vacala is the president of Restore Masonry, LLC. He has served as Secretary and Region D Vice President for the Mason Contractors Association of America.

Roles


MCAA Masonry Hall of Fame Alumni


Hall of Fame - 2024

Masonry Hall of Fame
The Masonry Hall of Fame was created by the Mason Contractors Association of America to recognize and award individuals who have dedicated their lives to the masonry industry.
Do you know someone who has ...


MCAA Board


Chairman - 2022-2023

On August 27, 1950 the first convention of the Mason Contractors Association of America was held in Sun Porch of the Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Mich. Pictured around the table (left to right) are: Norman Bourchard, Gregor ...


Restore Masonry, LLC


Employee - 1980- Current

Restoring Yesterday's Masonry - For Tomorrow....


MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 16 Recap: Larry Vacala, President at Tyler Lane Construction Inc.
March 2025

Larry Vacala joins the MASONRY STRONG Podcast to talk about his incredible journey in the masonry industry, what it's been like to see the industry change over the years, and where he sees the industry heading in the future. Larry's Beginnings in the Mas

2025 World Of Concrete Recap
February 2025

Every January, the World of Concrete Convention holds events in Las Vegas that push innovation and knowledge within the masonry industry. The MCAA held its annual GEN NXT party, Larry Vacala accepted the esteemed Leadman Award, and the Fastest Trowel On t

MASONRY STRONG Podcast Episode 4 Recap: Tom Vacala
November 2024

Tom Vacala's story is as unique as it is inspiring. Born into a large family of 11 kids, Tom's initiation into the world of masonry was practically predestined. With a family deeply rooted in construction—his father a carpenter and his uncle a mason—Tom w

Ham And Vacala Among 2024 Masonry Hall Of Fame Inductees
July 2024

We're thrilled to announce two of this year's Masonry Hall Of Fame inductees. Former MCAA Chairman Larry Vacala and esteemed masonry instructor James T. Ham will be welcomed into the prestigious group during the 2024 MCAA Midyear Meeting in Park City,

Chairman's Message: Planning for Pivots and What-ifs
July 2024

When watching a football game, it’s always interesting to first see the play live in real-time, followed by the slow-motion replay afterward. In real time, it plays out in a handful of seconds.

Chairman's Message: Passing the Baton, Staying the Course…
February 2024

Chairman's Message: Passing the Baton, Staying the Course…

Chairman's Message: January 2024
January 2024

Chairman's Message: January 2024

Chairman’s Message: Past, Present and Future
December 2023

Chairman’s Message: Past, Present and Future

Chairman's Message: A Better Understanding
October 2023

Chairman's Message: A Better Understanding

Chairman's Message: Labor Shortage?
September 2023

Chairman's Message: Labor Shortage?

Chairman's Message: A Safety Culture
August 2023

Chairman's Message: A Safety Culture

Chairman's Message: A Special Night at the Museum
February 2023

Chairman's Message: A Special Night at the Museum

Chairman's Message: Winter Weather Driving Tips
January 2023

Chairman's Message: Winter Weather Driving Tips