Cracks in a foundation wall or a corner that's settling usually mean water or movement underneath, so we find the cause first and then repair the concrete or block.
Premier Masonry Contractor in Antioch CA - Brick, Chimneys and Walls That Hold Up
Mastercraft Antioch Masonry and Concrete repairs cracked brick, chimneys and retaining walls in Antioch and nearby cities like Pittsburg and Brentwood. We also build outdoor kitchens and paver walkways for dry backyards that get used most of the year.
Get a free written estimate for your masonry
Send this and you'll hear back within one business day, and most of the time it's me getting back to you. I'll come out, look at the job and send a written estimate, with no pressure to book.
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Masonry contractor services in Antioch, CA
The price usually turns on how much area there is, how hard it is to reach and what's behind the damage, while the schedule turns on any permit and the weather. Your written estimate spells out what we'll do.
Is your chimney dropping mortar, leaning or letting water inside? We rebuild loose brick and the concrete crown on top, so rain stops getting in.
Tuckpointing means grinding out worn mortar joints and packing in fresh mortar, for brick walls that are still solid but have sandy, crumbling joints.
We replace cracked, chipped or loose bricks with ones that match in size and color as closely as we can, so the repair doesn't stand out on your wall.
We lay paver driveways on a packed gravel base, so one cracked or sunken paver can be lifted and reset instead of breaking out a whole slab.
We build retaining walls with gravel and drain pipe behind them, because water trapped behind a wall is what usually pushes it over.
Has your brick or stone been patched so many times it looks tired? Restoration brings it back with careful cleaning, matched mortar and repairs that blend in.
We build brick and stone fireplaces indoors and out, from the firebox to the finished face, laid to code so they're safe to use.
Stone veneer is a thin layer of real or manufactured stone set over an existing wall, giving a house front, column or fireplace the look of solid stone.
We build concrete block walls for property lines, planters and yards, with steel and grout in the hollow cores where the wall needs extra strength.
Building an addition, garage or crawlspace? We lay the block foundation walls it sits on, square and level, so the framing on top lines up.
We build the block, brick or stone structure of an outdoor kitchen, with space for the grill, counters and storage you want, finished to match your yard.
We build walkways in pavers, brick, stone or concrete, set on a firm base and sloped a little so water runs off instead of pooling.
Want a brick garden wall, column or property line wall? We lay it on a solid footing with straight rows and clean, even joints.
We lay natural stone for walls, steps, columns and fire pits, fitting each piece by hand so the finished work looks like it's always been there.
Gaps or thin spots in the mortar between your bricks? Pointing fills those joints so water stays out, and it's often the smaller fix when only a few are worn.
From mixing mortar to running the crew
I started as a helper on a small masonry crew, mixing mortar and hauling block long before anyone let me lay a brick. I learned the trade from people who'd been at it for decades, and I opened this business in Antioch in 2023. There's more of that story about us if you want it.
Most calls start with something cracking, like a wall, a chimney or a path. I'd rather fix why it failed than cover it up, so we look for the cause first, because a patch over water that's still getting in is money wasted. Sometimes the truth is a smaller repair than you expected, and I'll tell you that straight.
We're based in Antioch and work in the cities around it, from Concord and Walnut Creek out to Brentwood and Rio Vista. Wherever the job is, I'm the one who looks at it, writes the estimate and stays on site while the crew works. If you're not sure we cover your address, ask us here.
City and state rules for masonry in Antioch
A few city and state rules decide how a masonry job in Antioch gets permitted and who can legally do it. Here's what they mean for your project.
Who handles permits here
The city's Building Services Division issues building permits and inspects the work. Its exempt list includes retaining walls three feet tall or less and most residential concrete flat work, like a patio or walkway slab. Anything taller or anything you're unsure of goes to the building division, and we check with them before we start.
Driveways that meet the street
Work in the public right-of-way, the curb and street edge in front of your house, needs a separate encroachment permit from the city's Engineering Division. That covers curb cuts and driveway changes, so a paver driveway that widens at the curb needs it on top of any building permit. Owners and contractors can apply through the city's online permit system.
Licenses worth checking
The state contractors board requires a license when a job needs a building permit, uses any extra workers, or costs $1,000 or more in labor and materials, counted across every contract on the project. Antioch also requires a current city business license from everyone working in the city, subcontractors included. We're licensed and insured, and it's fair to ask any mason you're weighing about both.
What happens after you call us
Here's how a job goes with us, from the first call to the walk-through at the end. You deal with me the whole way, not a different person at every step.
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Call or send the form
Call (925) 503-1025 or send the form and tell us what you're seeing, whether it's a crack, a leaning wall or a project you have in mind. You'll hear back within one business day, usually from me.
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Walk the job with me
I come out, look at the job and tell you what I see, including what's causing the damage when I can find it. Then you get a free written estimate that spells out what we'll do and what we won't, with no pressure to book.
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We line up permits and build
If you go ahead, we pull any permit the job needs and set up the inspections. I'm on site while our crew does the work, so what's in the estimate is what goes into your wall.
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Look over the finished work
When it's done, we clean up and walk it with you. I'll point out anything worth keeping an eye on, like a drain outlet at the base of a wall that needs to stay clear.
Brick, stone and paver work
These photos show the kinds of brick, stone, block and paver finishes a masonry job can have, to help you picture what you want for your house.
Questions Antioch homeowners ask about masonry
How much does a masonry contractor cost in Antioch, CA?
It depends on your job, so we price it after looking at it in person, and that visit is free. Fixing the cause early usually costs far less than waiting until a wall needs rebuilding, and natural stone generally runs higher than block or pavers. Your written estimate lays out what we'll do and what we won't.
Should I repair or replace a cracked brick wall?
Many cracked brick walls can be repaired, as long as the wall isn't leaning or still moving. What decides it is the cause, usually water getting in or the ground shifting, because a patch over a problem that's still there just cracks again. I'll tell you which one your wall needs, even when it's the smaller job.
How long does a masonry project take in Antioch?
It depends on the size of the job, whether it needs a permit and inspections, and the weather. Replacing a few bricks is a short visit, while a retaining wall takes longer because the base and drainage go in before the block. Antioch averages about 13 inches of rain a year, so rain holds us up less often than in wetter places.
What should I do to get ready for masonry work at my house?
Clear the work area and a path to it, so move cars, planters, patio furniture and anything stacked against the wall. Tell us where your sprinkler lines run and keep pets inside on work days. A side yard or driveway spot we can use for materials makes the job go smoother.
Does replacing a fence need a permit in Antioch?
The city lists replacement fences up to six feet tall in back and side yards, and three feet in front, among projects that don't need a building permit. Whether a masonry wall in place of a fence counts is something we confirm with the building division before work starts, so you're not guessing.
Tell us about your masonry project
Call (925) 503-1025 or send the form with what you're seeing and any permit question you have, and you'll hear back within one business day.