Seasoned Masonry Contractor in Tuscaloosa AL - Brick Repairs That Fix the Cause
D&L Tuscaloosa Concrete and Masonry fixes crumbling mortar, leaking chimneys and cracked brick in Tuscaloosa, Northport and nearby cities. For an older house with worn joints, we also do tuckpointing and full masonry restoration.
- Problem shown first We show you what's wrong before we price anything.
- Cause fixed, not patched We fix what's letting water in, not just the damage you see.
- Our own crew Our own masons do the work, from setup to cleanup.
- Know your own house You'll hear why a joint failed or a wall leans.
- Licensed and insured.
- Free estimates at your property.
- We reply within 1 business day.
Tell us about your brick, block or stone job
Tell us where the problem is and what you've noticed, and add your address so I know where to come. We reply within one business day to set up a free estimate at your property, with no obligation.
- Describe what you see Crumbling joints, a damp chimney or a new crack are all good starting points, and they tell me which wall to look at first.
- Permit applications handled When a job needs a permit, we file it with the city or county office for your address, so the paperwork isn't on you.
- Historic district checked first If your home might sit in a historic district, we check before we schedule anything, so you're not left guessing halfway through.
- Call seven days a week If you'd rather talk, call (205) 579-1102 weekdays from 6 AM to 11 PM or weekends from 8 AM to 9 PM.
Why Tuscaloosa homeowners call our masonry crew
Hiring a mason means letting someone into your walls and chimney, so you should know who's coming and what they'll do. Here's how our crew works.
In business since 2017
I learned the trade beside an older mason who made me explain each step back to him, and I've taught our crew that way ever since. Read more about how we got started.
Same person from estimate to finish
I look at your job, write the estimate and check in on site while our crew builds it, so nothing gets lost in between. When it's done, I walk the finished work with you.
Older brick is our main work
Brick and mortar repair on older homes is what we're best known for, and it's what most of our calls are about. Call (205) 579-1102 or send us the details to set up a visit.
Based in Tuscaloosa, working on its homes
Tuscaloosa is where we're based, and its neighborhoods mix older brick homes with newer houses. Downtown, Capitol Park holds the ruins of Alabama's former state capitol, and the Riverwalk gives the city a lighted walking track with grills, where leashed dogs are welcome. Parker-Haun Park, a Riverwalk trailhead, connects to downtown over the River District Pedestrian Bridge and serves as a gateway to West Tuscaloosa.
Over at Bowers Park, there's disc golf, outdoor tennis courts, lighted athletic fields and a playground. Around places like these are the houses we work on every day, from older brick homes with tired mortar and leaky chimneys to newer yards that need a wall, a walkway or a paver drive.
Masonry contractor services in Tuscaloosa, AL
D&L Tuscaloosa Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor in Tuscaloosa handling 16 kinds of brick, block, stone and paver work, from one crumbling joint to a new retaining wall. The price mostly turns on how far the damage runs, what's causing it, how high or tight the spot is and how closely new work has to match the old. The schedule turns on the size of the job, whether a permit or historic district check comes first, and on repairs, what we find once the wall is open. Your own figure comes from the estimate I write after looking at the job.
Foundation repair
Cracks in a foundation wall, or a corner that's started to settle? We find what's moving it and repair the block or brick.
Chimney repair
We fix leaking chimneys at the source, usually worn joints or a cracked crown, the concrete cap on top.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing replaces worn mortar and finishes each joint with a fine contrasting line, a look common on older brick homes.
Brick repair
When bricks crack or their faces flake off, we cut them out and set replacements matched as close as we can to the wall.
Driveway pavers
Paver driveways go down on a graded, packed base, which is what lets them carry the weight of your cars.
Retaining wall construction
Need to hold back a slope or level part of your yard? We build block and stone retaining walls with drainage behind them.
Masonry restoration
When an older house has worn brick, tired joints and trim stone all at once, restoration handles the whole wall as one planned job.
Fireplace installation
Masonry fireplaces in brick or stone are laid out with the firebox, hearth and chimney planned together from the start.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is a thin face of real or cast stone set over a wall, giving the look of stone with far less weight.
Concrete block walls
Mortared concrete block makes a solid garden or privacy wall, and a sturdy core you can face later with brick or stucco.
Foundation block wall installation
We lay concrete block foundation walls for additions, garages and crawl spaces, set on footings and kept straight and level.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
Planning an outdoor kitchen? We build its brick, block or stone base, with room laid out for your grill, counters and storage.
Walkway construction
We build walkways from the drive to the door in brick, pavers or stone, on a firm base so they're even underfoot.
Brick wall installation
New brick walls for property lines, garden borders or entries are laid on a footing sized to the wall's height.
Stone masonry
Stone borders and garden walls pulled me into masonry for good, and we still lay natural stone, dry-stacked or set in mortar.
Brick pointing
Is your mortar sandy or sunk back from the brick face? Pointing cuts out the weak joints and refills them so they shed water again.
Examples of brick and stone work
Look through these examples of brick, block and stone work to get a feel for patterns, finishes and materials before we talk about yours.
Masonry questions from Tuscaloosa homeowners
Here are answers to what homeowners usually ask before hiring a mason. If your job doesn't fit, call (205) 579-1102 and tell me what you're seeing.
How much does brick and mortar repair cost in Tuscaloosa?
There's no honest number until I've seen the wall, because the price follows how much brick or mortar has failed and what's causing it. A few cracked bricks near the ground are a small job, while worn joints across a two-story wall or up a chimney mean ladders or scaffolding and more hours. I'll show you what I find and price it from there.
Is it cheaper to patch crumbling mortar or repoint the whole wall?
A patch costs less today, but it's often money spent twice if water is still getting into the joint behind it. I'd rather fix the cause once and repoint only the joints that need it, which is usually less than the whole wall. When I look at it, I'll show you where that line falls on your house.
How soon can masonry work start in Tuscaloosa?
It depends on the size of the job and whether a permit or historic district check has to come first. When a permit is needed, the city says most residential permits are processed within 24 to 48 hours, though review times vary. On repairs, some of it also depends on what we find once a wall is opened up, and I'll tell you that plainly at the estimate.
Do I need a licensed contractor for masonry work in Tuscaloosa?
If the job needs a residential permit, the city expects a licensed contractor on the application. It asks for the contractor's city general contractor's license number, and projects valued at $10,000 or more need a State Homebuilders License, in both cases unless an exception applies. We're licensed and insured, so ask me about it when I come out.
What happens after I call for a masonry estimate?
We reply within one business day, and then I come out myself to look at the job and write the estimate. I'll show you what's wrong and what's causing it before I put a price on it. If you go ahead, our own crew does the work, I check in on site, and we walk the finished job together.
Do you guarantee your masonry work?
Yes, our promise is satisfaction guaranteed on every job. Before we call it done, I walk the finished work with you so you can look at every joint and ask about anything that doesn't look right.
What kind of mortar should be used to repoint old brick?
Usually a mortar softer than the brick, so the joint takes the wear instead of the brick face. Older brick tends to be softer than today's, and a hard modern mix can make the edges crack or flake over time. I look at your brick before choosing the mix, so the repair suits what's already there.
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Tuscaloosa?
Some masonry jobs do, and it depends on the work. The city's Building and Inspection Division requires permits for new construction, remodels and alterations, including removing or altering walls or structural supports, while routine maintenance and ordinary repairs generally don't need one. When yours does, we take care of the application, as mentioned above.
Where we work around Tuscaloosa
D&L Tuscaloosa Concrete and Masonry is based in Tuscaloosa, AL, and works in Northport, McCalla and the cities around them. These three cities each have their own page, but they aren't the only places we go.
Talk to a Tuscaloosa mason about your wall
Call (205) 579-1102 or use the form, and I'll come look at the job myself and show you what's causing the damage.
