Foundation repair
Before we fix a foundation wall that has cracked or bowed, we find out why it happened, usually water or settling, so the repair doesn't open right back up.
Masonry Contractor in Fulton, MO - Brick, Block and Stone Work That Fits Your House
Blockworks Columbia Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Columbia that works in Fulton, MO. We repair chimneys, tuckpointing and cracked brick, and we build new walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens that look like they belong.
How we approach masonry jobs in Fulton
We're a masonry contractor based in Columbia, MO, and Fulton is one of the cities we work in, along with Moberly and Jefferson City. It's the same crew and the same way of working wherever your house is.
The price on a Fulton job mostly depends on how much of the wall really needs work, how easy it is to reach, and how hard the old brick and mortar are to match. The schedule mostly depends on getting the permit paperwork done and finding brick that matches, and the estimate is where you get your own figure. A lot of our calls here come from older brick homes with worn mortar joints, loose chimney brick or a crack that keeps coming back, plus folks planning a new wall, walkway or outdoor kitchen. On those older houses, matching what's already there matters as much as fixing what's broken.
We find the cause first
Before anybody picks up a trowel, we figure out why the brick cracked or the mortar let go, because a fix that misses the cause just comes back.
New work that matches
We match the brick's size and color and the mortar to what's on your house, so a repair or a new wall looks like it was always there instead of patched on.
We check with the city first
Before work starts, we check whether your address falls under the City of Fulton and take care of any permit paperwork the job calls for, so you aren't chasing forms.
Masonry services we offer in Fulton
Chimney repair
On older chimneys we mostly see loose brick, a cracked cap on top and gaps at the flashing. We rebuild only as far down as the damage actually goes.
Tuckpointing
We grind out worn mortar joints across the wall and pack in new mortar tinted to match. That keeps water out of the wall and makes the repair hard to spot.
Brick repair
Cracked or spalled brick, where the face has popped off, gets cut out and replaced with brick matched in size and color once we've found what damaged it.
Driveway pavers
Before we lay pavers, we dig out the driveway, then build and pack a solid base, because a paver driveway that sinks or ruts usually failed underneath, not on top.
Retaining wall construction
A retaining wall lives or dies on drainage, so we put gravel and a drain line behind it to let the water out instead of letting it push the wall over.
Masonry restoration
On older brick and stone we clean, repoint and replace only what has failed. We keep as much original material as we can, so the house still looks like itself.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces and surrounds sized to the room and the chimney they connect to, and we talk through brick and stone choices with you so the fireplace fits your house.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer, a thin layer of real or manufactured stone, goes over a wall that's flashed and drained, because water trapped behind it is usually what ruins a veneer job.
Concrete block walls
We set block walls on a concrete footing sized for the load and add reinforcing where the wall needs it. We build them for garages, sheds, screen walls and more.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions and new basements we build block foundation walls level and square from the first row, because every row above carries any mistake in that first one.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the block base, counters and grill surround in brick or stone that goes with your house, and we plan for gas, water and power lines before the block goes up.
Walkway construction
Brick, stone and paver walkways start with a packed base and a slight slope so the rain runs off. That keeps the path from sinking or holding puddles.
Brick wall installation
We lay new brick walls, from garden walls to the brick on an addition, using brick and mortar picked to match what's already on your house.
Stone masonry
We set natural stone for walls, steps and accents, fitting each piece by hand so the joints stay tight and the weight sits where it should.
Brick pointing
When only some of the joints are cracked or sandy, we rake those out and refill them with matching mortar. On an older wall, that's often all it needs.
Get a free on-site masonry estimate in Fulton
Send the form or call (573) 530-1031, and we'll get back to you within one business day to set a time. I'll come out, look at the job with you and write the estimate, free and with no obligation.
A small fix if that's enough
If a few joints or a handful of brick are the real problem, I'll tell you that instead of pricing a whole wall, because the right repair is the one that fixes the cause.
A lead mason runs the crew
A lead mason runs the crew on site day to day. I stop by to check the work, and I walk through the finished job with you myself.
Licensed, insured and guaranteed
We're licensed and insured, and we've been doing brick, block and stone work since 2013, so we've seen most of what older walls can throw at us. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Questions about masonry work in Fulton
These are the questions Fulton homeowners usually ask us about permits, contractor licenses and matching old brick before a masonry job starts.
Do I need a permit before doing masonry work on my house in Fulton, MO?
If your job counts as building or remodeling work, plan on a Building/Remodel Permit from the city's Planning and Protective Services, and you'll need it in hand before any work starts. A remodel has to stay within the existing structure, so anything that adds square footage counts as new construction. We check which office covers your address and take care of the paperwork.
How do I submit a building permit application in Fulton?
You can submit a building permit online through the city's Permit & Application Center, and other applications can be emailed, mailed or dropped off at City Hall. On jobs we do, we take care of the permit paperwork the job calls for, so you don't have to sort out which form goes where.
Does a masonry contractor need a business license to work in Fulton, MO?
Yes. Anyone doing business inside Fulton city limits needs a City Business License or a Transient Vendor License from the City Clerk's Office, even for a one-time job. Licenses run from March 1 through the end of February. For new construction, the city says contractors must have a current one on file with the clerk.
Can you match the brick and mortar on an older house in Fulton?
Usually, yes. It's the part of the job I care about most. We match the mortar's color and sand and the shape of the joint, and we look for brick close in size and color. On some older houses, though, we only know how close we can get once the old mortar is out.
Where we do masonry work
Besides Fulton, these are the cities with their own page on our site, and we work in plenty of other cities around them. Call or send the form to ask about your address.
Plan your Fulton masonry project with us
Call (573) 530-1031 any day of the week or send the form, and we'll set a time to come look at your wall.