Masonry Contractor in Pomona, CA - Careful Brick and Block Work for Older Homes
BR Jurupa Valley Concrete & Masonry is a masonry contractor working in Pomona, CA. We repair worn brick and mortar on older homes and build new block walls, retaining walls, walkways and grill islands.
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Masonry work on Pomona homes, old and new
Pomona has a lot of older houses, and the calls we get from there show it. We see brick chimneys, brick front steps and planters that have stood for decades, next to newer homes on sloped streets, so a lot of each visit goes to sorting out what can be saved and what has to be rebuilt. Pomona is across the county line from our base in Jurupa Valley, and we work it the same way we work Chino and Chino Hills next door.
On an older Pomona house, the price usually turns on how much old work has to come out before new work goes in, how hard the old brick is to match and how much wall or paving you want. The schedule mostly turns on whether the city wants a permit, and the written estimate I send spells out the work for your house. Old houses here also hide things, like brick under a stucco coat or a wall with no real footing, that we often only find once the work is open.
- Repairs matched to your older brick
- Written estimate spelling out the work
- A lead mason running your job
- A final walk-through with me
What we build and fix in Pomona
Here's the masonry work we do on Pomona homes, from patching old mortar joints to building new block walls and outdoor kitchens.
Foundation repair
Older Pomona houses often sit on brick or early concrete foundations that crack and settle, so we repair the damaged sections and show you what we found.
Explore Foundation repairChimney repair
On Pomona's older houses, a brick chimney usually fails at the top first, where mortar wears out and bricks loosen. We rebuild that section and reset the cap.
Explore Chimney repairTuckpointing
On older Pomona brick, worn joints turn sandy and sink back, so we grind them out and refill them with mortar matched to the old color and strength.
Explore TuckpointingBrick repair
Most brick repair here is a cracked front step, a flaking brick by a downspout or a planter pulling apart, and we set in matching bricks.
Explore Brick repairDriveway pavers
Pavers suit an older Pomona driveway that's cracked beyond patching, because each piece can be lifted and reset later instead of tearing out a whole slab.
Explore Driveway paversRetaining wall construction
On sloped Pomona lots, we build retaining walls on a solid footing with drainage behind them, because trapped water is what usually pushes a wall over.
Explore Retaining wall constructionMasonry restoration
Pomona has plenty of brick that's worth saving rather than replacing. Restoration means cleaning, repointing and repairing it gently, so the house keeps its original look.
Explore Masonry restorationFireplace installation
Plenty of Pomona living rooms have a tired original fireplace. We rework those or build new ones, with the firebox and flue planned before the first brick.
Explore Fireplace installationStone veneer installation
Stone veneer, a thin stone face over the wall, dresses up a stucco front or plain block wall, and the backing prep is where we spend our time.
Explore Stone veneer installationConcrete block walls
Block walls line a lot of Pomona property lines. We build new ones and repair leaning or cracked runs, with steel and grout where the wall needs it.
Explore Concrete block wallsFoundation block wall installation
On older Pomona homes getting an addition or garage, we lay block foundation walls on a footing sized for the load and grout the cells the plans call for.
Explore Foundation block wall installationOutdoor kitchen masonry
Backyards here often have room for a grill island, and we build it in block with a brick, stone or stucco finish, leaving openings for the grill.
Explore Outdoor kitchen masonryWalkway construction
Old Pomona front walks are often heaved by roots or settling, so we dig out, pack a firm base and relay them in brick, pavers or stone.
Explore Walkway constructionBrick wall installation
A brick garden wall suits the older brick homes here better than block does. We build it on a real footing, with a cap that sheds water.
Explore Brick wall installationStone masonry
We lay natural stone for garden walls, planters, steps and columns, fitting each stone by hand, which suits the Craftsman and ranch homes around Pomona.
Explore Stone masonryBrick pointing
When only a few joints on a Pomona wall have opened up, we refill just those and shape them to match the joints around them.
Explore Brick pointing
Get a free estimate in Pomona
Tell me what's going on with your brick or yard, and I'll get back within one business day to set up a free on-site estimate, no obligation.
What Pomona's older houses ask of masonry
Houses here ask us to work with what's already standing, matching old materials and checking what's underneath before we add anything new.
Old brick needs softer mortar
Brick on older homes is usually softer than today's, so we mix repair mortar no harder than the brick, because a hard patch cracks the brick beside it.
Historic districts and landmarks
Pomona has historic districts and landmarks, so before we change anything visible on an older house, we ask whether it's in one and match what's there.
Aging block walls between yards
A lot of yards here are fenced with old block walls, so we check the footing and lean before we decide whether to repair or rebuild.
Don't see your city? Give us a call
We're based in Jurupa Valley and work in the cities around it. If your city is one of the ones listed here, its page covers what we usually see on the houses and yards there.
If your city isn't listed, call (951) 416-3127 anyway. The cities with their own page aren't the only ones we work in, and I'd rather tell you straight whether we can get to you.
From first call to finished wall in Pomona
I keep the estimate simple because you should know exactly what you're paying for and why before anyone on our crew picks up a trowel at your house.
You get in touch
Call (951) 416-3127 or send the form. I'll ask a few questions about the job and we'll set a time for me to come look.
I walk the job
I come out myself and walk it with you, taking measurements and photos and asking what you want the finished wall or yard to look like.
Your written estimate
You get a written estimate that spells out the work, so you can see what you're paying for before you decide anything.
Work and final walk
Once you say go, we handle any permit steps, our crew builds it with a lead mason in charge, and I walk it with you at the end.
Pomona masonry questions
Who issues building permits in Pomona, CA?
The City of Pomona's Building Safety Division issues building permits, and the same office reviews plans and does the inspections. When your masonry job needs a permit, we handle the paperwork and line up the inspections, so you aren't the one chasing them.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Pomona?
Not if it's 7 feet tall or less, because Pomona's building code exempts fencing up to that height. The code treats block walls separately and with a much lower limit, so if your fence is going to be block or brick, we check the wall rules before we settle on a height.
Does a block wall or retaining wall need a permit in Pomona?
A block wall up to 2 feet above the lowest ground beside it doesn't need a permit, as long as it isn't holding back a surcharge, which is extra weight like a slope, a driveway or a building pushing on it. Retaining walls get the same 2-foot limit, but it's measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, so less of the wall shows above ground than you'd think. Anything taller or loaded isn't on the exempt list, and we sort out what the city wants before we build.
How do I check if my masonry project needs a permit in Pomona?
Start with the "Do I need a Permit?" guide on the city's building forms page, which gives the general rules. If you'd still like a second look, tell me what you're planning when I come out and I'll point you to the city's building office.
When can I visit Pomona Building and Safety in person?
Building and Safety takes walk-ins at City Hall, 505 South Garey Avenue, Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. City Hall is closed on Fridays, so plan your visit earlier in the week or call the division at 909-620-2371.
What is the best way to get an accurate price on masonry work in Pomona?
Have the job looked at in person, because the things that move a masonry price, like the footing, the old brick and the way into your backyard, don't show up in a photo. Access matters more than people expect, since if a wheelbarrow through a side gate is the only way in, every block and bag of mortar goes in by hand. Your finish moves it too, and block with a stucco coat usually costs less than brick or natural stone.
Talk to us about your Pomona masonry job
Our phones are open seven days a week, from early morning into the evening, so call (951) 416-3127 when it suits you or send the form.