Foundation repair
We find out why a foundation wall cracked or bowed before we touch it, then repair the block or brick and talk with you about what's been pushing on it.
Masonry Contractor in Jefferson City, MO - Brick Repair That Matches Your House
Blockworks Columbia Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Columbia, MO. In Jefferson City we repair chimneys, tuckpoint and fix cracked brick so it blends in, and we build new walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens.
Masonry work on Jefferson City's older homes
We're based in Columbia, MO and work in Jefferson City the same way we do in Fulton and Boonville. The local government here is the City of Jefferson, so that's the name to look for when you're dealing with the city about your house.
Jefferson City has plenty of older brick houses with chimneys, steps and mortar joints that have worn over the years, and plenty of yards that aren't flat. What moves the price is how much brick, block or stone is involved, how hard it is to reach, how close the match has to be and whether a problem underneath has to be fixed first. The schedule turns on the size of the job and what we find once old mortar or brick comes out, so the estimate is where you get your own number, after I've seen the wall, not a guess over the phone. On these older houses and sloped lots, the part that takes the most care is usually the part you won't see, the matched mortar in an old wall or the footing and base under a new one.
Cause before the trowel
I look for what's actually behind a crack or a loose brick before anybody picks up a trowel, because a repair that misses the cause usually comes right back.
A small fix when it'll do
If replacing a few bricks or refilling a few worn joints will take care of it, I'll tell you that instead of selling you a bigger job you don't need.
Repairs and new builds alike
Most of our calls come from people with older brick homes or plans for a new wall, walkway or outdoor kitchen, so our crew is set up for both kinds of work.
Masonry services for Jefferson City homes
Chimney repair
We fix loose brick, cracked caps and worn joints on chimneys and check the metal seal where the chimney meets the roof, since that's often where water gets in.
Tuckpointing
We grind out worn mortar joints, fill them with mortar colored to the brick, then run a thin contrasting line along each joint so old brickwork looks crisp again.
Brick repair
Cracked, chipped or loose bricks get cut out and replaced with brick close in size and color, set in mortar mixed to match so the patch doesn't jump out.
Driveway pavers
Pavers only stay flat when the base under them is right, so we dig out, pack the gravel in layers and set a firm edge before laying a single one.
Retaining wall construction
Plenty of yards here aren't flat, and a retaining wall holds the slope back only if it has solid footing and drainage behind it, so that's where we start.
Masonry restoration
On older brick and stone houses, we clean and repoint with mortar softer than the old brick, because mortar that's too hard makes the brick crack instead of the joint.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces from the firebox up, using heat-rated firebrick where the fire sits and matching the face brick or stone to the room it's going into.
Stone veneer installation
We set thin real or manufactured stone over a wall prepared with a water barrier and wire mesh, so moisture behind the stone drains out instead of rotting the wall.
Concrete block walls
We lay block walls for garages, sheds and yards on a poured footing, filling the hollow cores with grout and steel where the wall has to carry weight.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions and new builds, we lay the foundation block on the footing and keep every row level and square, because everything framed on top inherits any mistake down here.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build grill islands, counters and pizza oven bases in brick, block or stone, planning openings for the grill, doors and utilities with you before the first block goes down.
Walkway construction
We build brick, stone and concrete walkways on a packed base with a slight pitch, so water runs off instead of puddling by your door.
Brick wall installation
Garden walls, screen walls and brick additions get a footing sized for the wall and brick picked to sit well next to your house, not fight with it.
Stone masonry
We lay natural stone for walls, steps and columns, fitting each piece by hand so the joints stay tight and the weight sits where it should.
Brick pointing
When joints turn sandy or sink back from the brick, we rake them out to solid mortar and pack in fresh mortar matched to the old, which keeps water out.
Get a free on-site masonry estimate
Send the form and we'll get back to you within one business day to set a time. I come out myself to look at the job and write the estimate, free and with no obligation.
A lead mason runs your job
Once the work starts, a lead mason runs our crew on site, and I stop by to check the work and walk through the finished job with you.
Doing this since 2013
We've been laying brick, block and stone since 2013, and I learned every joint by hand under an old mason before I ran a crew of my own.
Licensed, insured and guaranteed
We're licensed and insured, so the crew working at your house is covered, and the promise we make is the plain one, satisfaction guaranteed.
Questions about masonry work in Jefferson City
Here's what Jefferson City homeowners usually ask us about brick, block and stone work before they pick up the phone.
Can you match the old brick on my house in Jefferson City?
Usually, yes, close enough that the repair blends in. Older brick often comes in sizes and colors that aren't made anymore, so we hunt for a close match or salvaged brick and mix the mortar color to fit the wall around it. At the estimate I'll tell you how close we can get before any brick comes out.
Should I repair or rebuild my chimney?
Usually it can be repaired. Most older chimneys wear from the top down, so we often rebuild just the top few feet, repoint the bad joints or replace a cracked concrete cap. A full rebuild usually only makes sense when brick is crumbling low on the chimney or the whole thing leans, and I'll show you what I find either way.
Do I need a retaining wall for my sloped yard in Jefferson City?
You need one when the slope keeps washing soil onto a walk, patio or the side of your house, or when you want a flat stretch of yard you can use. If the bank is holding fine, plantings may be all it needs, and I'll tell you so. When a wall makes sense, we'll plan the height, material and drainage with you first.
Cities where we do masonry work
Besides Jefferson City, these are the cities with their own page on our site, and we work in plenty of others around them, so call or send the form to ask about your address.
Get your Jefferson City masonry job looked at
Call (573) 530-1031 or send the form, because a loose brick or open joint caught early usually means a smaller repair.