Masonry that holds up and looks right on your property in Napa, CA
Professional Napa Concrete and Masonry repairs and builds brick, stone and block work for homes and properties, with new work chosen to look like it belongs on the building.
Call (707) 254-6004 or send us the form with a few lines about what you've noticed. We reply within one business day, and your estimate is free, written and done at your property.
Masonry services in Napa
Cost and schedule turn on size, access, materials and the cause underneath, and your written estimate spells out the work and why.
Foundation repair
We repair cracked, settled or crumbling block and brick foundations after working out what moved them, for homes showing new cracks.
View service Foundation repair
Chimney repair
Rebuilding loose brick, cracked caps and worn mortar on chimneys that look rough from the yard or drop bits onto the roof.
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Tuckpointing
Grinding out worn mortar joints and refilling them with matched mortar, for brick whose joints have gone soft or sandy.
View service Tuckpointing
Brick repair
Replacing cracked, flaking or loose bricks with ones that match in size and color, for older homes, steps and garden walls.
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Driveway pavers
New paver driveways laid over a dug-out, packed base, for a drive you can repair one paver at a time.
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Retaining wall construction
Block, stone and concrete walls that hold back soil on sloped yards, built with the drainage behind them planned from the start.
View service Retaining wall construction
Masonry restoration
Careful repair of brick and stone on older homes, matching mortar and pieces so the new work blends with the old.
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Fireplace installation
New brick or stone fireplaces, indoors or on the patio, laid out to suit the room and the look of your house.
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Stone veneer installation
Thin stone applied over walls, columns and foundations, for owners who want the look of stone without building a solid stone wall.
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Concrete block walls
Sturdy block walls for yards, property lines and outbuildings, with steel and grout where needed and a footing sized to the wall.
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Foundation block wall installation
New block foundation walls for additions and outbuildings, laid level and plumb on a solid footing so the framing sits right.
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Outdoor kitchen masonry
Block, brick and stone bases for grills, counters and pizza ovens, for backyards built around cooking and having people over.
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Walkway construction
Brick, stone and paver walkways to the front door or across the yard, set on a packed base so they sit even.
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Brick wall installation
New brick garden and property walls, with brick and mortar chosen to suit your house so the wall fits right in.
View service Brick wall installation
Stone masonry
Walls, steps, columns and garden features in natural stone, set by hand for homeowners who want real stone rather than a veneer.
View service Stone masonry
Brick pointing
Filling gaps and cracks in mortar joints before water gets in, for brick that's mostly sound but starting to wear.
View service Brick pointing
Cause first
We find out why your wall cracked or mortar failed before fixing anything.
Straight answers
If a wall is fine for now, we'll tell you so instead of selling you work.
Same person throughout
The person who looks at your job is on site doing it, so nothing gets lost.
Satisfaction guaranteed
We're fully licensed and insured, and we want you happy with the finished job.
Examples of masonry work
Scroll through these examples of brick, stone and block work to get ideas for the walls, walkways or fireplace you have in mind.
Locally owned masonry, based in Napa
I learned masonry on a city maintenance crew, rebuilding curbs, steps, walls and old brick people walk past every day. Now we're best known for careful brick and mortar repair on older homes and for walls that are built right, and you can read more about us.
We're based in Napa and work across Napa and the cities around it. If you're not sure we come out your way, just ask. Call (707) 254-6004 or tell us about the job on our contact page.
Serving Napa and nearby cities
We're based in Napa and also work in places like American Canyon and Sonoma. Pick your city below, or call if yours isn't listed.
From your call to the finished job
Here's what happens once you reach out, and who you'll be dealing with the whole way through.
Call or send a request
Call (707) 254-6004 or send the form, and we reply within one business day to set up a time to come look.
A visit and estimate
I come out myself, ask what you've noticed and work out the cause, then you get a free written estimate with no obligation.
The work and walkthrough
If you go ahead, I'm on site with our crew through the whole job, and we walk the finished work with you before we call it done.
What we check before any masonry work
Most of a good repair is figuring out what's going on before anyone picks up a trowel.
Why it failed
- Crack pattern and direction
- Water and drainage paths
- Settling or moving soil
- Mortar strength and type
What's there now
- Brick, stone and block condition
- Existing mortar color
- Footings and foundations
- Chimney crown and joints
Planning the work
- Permit needs with the city
- Access for crew and materials
- Matching materials to the house
- Protecting yard and plants
Skipping a permit doesn't mean skipping the code
Even work Napa doesn't require a permit for still has to meet code, and only shorter retaining walls with no driveway or slope bearing on them get a pass. We check with the city's building office early, then handle the permit and inspections when your job needs them.
Contact us- Written estimate
- Cause explained
- Permit paperwork
- Inspections arranged
The standard for our masonry work
Every wall, repair and fireplace gets the same care, whether it's a few bricks or a whole build.
Mortar that suits the brick
On older homes we match the mortar to the brick and the joints around it, because mortar that's too hard can crack the brick it's meant to protect.
Drainage built into walls
Water behind a wall is what usually pushes it over, so our retaining walls get drainage and backfill planned in before the first block goes down.
Solid footings under new work
A wall or step is only as good as what's under it, so we dig out, pack the base and pour footings sized to the job.
Masonry questions from Napa homeowners
How much does masonry work cost in Napa?
It depends mostly on the size of the job, how easy the spot is to reach, the materials you choose and what's causing the damage. Matching old brick or fixing a drainage problem behind a wall adds work, while a simple repair on sound masonry costs less. Your written estimate spells out each part of the job.
How long does a masonry repair take in Napa?
It depends on how big the job is, what we find once it's open and whether it needs a permit and inspections, since those add steps. Mortar and concrete also need time to set before a wall carries weight, so we don't rush that part. We'll talk through the schedule when we look at the job.
Do you give free masonry estimates in Napa?
Yes, estimates are free, done at your property and there's no pressure to book. You get it in writing, with the work spelled out and the reason for each part, so you can compare it or take your time deciding.
How should I get my yard ready before masonry work starts?
Clear a path for the crew and materials, and move cars, furniture and potted plants away from the work area. Let us know about sprinklers or buried lines you're aware of. We'll point out anything else at the visit and cover what can't be moved.
Can you match the old brick and mortar on my house?
Usually, yes, though you only know how close you'll get once samples sit right beside the wall. We look at brick size, color and texture, plus the mortar's color and makeup, because the wrong mix stands out. When an exact match isn't out there, we'll show you the closest option before we start.
Can I submit building permit plans online in Napa?
No, the city has no online portal for submittals, so plans go in at the Building Division counter, which is open to the public Monday through Thursday. Minor projects that take a short time to review can be checked right there at the counter. We check early whether your job needs a permit at all.
Get a free estimate for your masonry job
Tell us what you've noticed and where the job is, and we'll reply within one business day to set up a visit, with no pressure to book.