Masonry Contractor in Solana Beach, CA - Repairs That Fix the Cause
Advanced Encinitas Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Encinitas. We repair brick, stone, block and chimneys for Solana Beach homeowners, and we build retaining walls, block walls and walkways.
Masonry work in Solana Beach
Solana Beach is close to home for us, since we're based in Encinitas. Some lots here sit up on the bluffs above the beach, and that changes how a wall or foundation job gets planned and approved, so it's one of the first things I ask about.
Most calls here are the ones we get everywhere: joints crumbling out of older brick, a chimney that leaks, or a wall starting to lean. We fix them the same slow, careful way we do in Vista, and we build new walls and walkways too.
Masonry services in Solana Beach
In Solana Beach we take on the full range, from repointing old brick and fixing a leaking chimney to building new retaining walls, paver driveways and outdoor kitchens.
Foundation repair
When a foundation wall has cracked or a corner has dropped, we find out why it moved and deal with that before we repair the masonry.
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Chimney repair
A leaking chimney usually means failed joints or a cracked crown, the concrete cap on top. We repair the brick and the cap to keep water out.
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Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing means grinding out worn mortar and packing fresh joints. We match the mortar to the brick, since mortar that's too hard can crack it.
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Brick repair
If bricks have cracked, come loose or started flaking on the face, we cut out the bad ones and set matching brick in their place.
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Driveway pavers
A paver driveway is only as good as the base under it. We dig out, pack a solid base and lay the pavers to carry your car.
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Retaining wall construction
Retaining walls hold back soil on sloped lots. We build them with drainage behind and a footing below, because trapped water pushes most failing walls over.
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Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone that's worn, stained or badly patched over the years, we repair what's there and keep the original material wherever it's sound.
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Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces in brick or stone, from the firebox, the lined chamber that holds the fire, to the face and hearth in the room.
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Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is a thin layer of real or manufactured stone set over a wall. Most of the job is the backing underneath, which keeps water out.
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Concrete block walls
Block walls make solid property lines and garden walls. We set them on a proper footing with steel and grout in the cells so they stand straight.
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Foundation block wall installation
When an addition or crawlspace needs a block foundation, we lay it straight and level on its footing so the framing above starts out true.
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Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the block or brick base, counters and surrounds for an outdoor kitchen, leaving room for the grill and the gas and water lines.
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Walkway construction
A walkway in brick, stone or pavers gets you from the drive to the door on even footing. We slope it so water runs off instead of pooling.
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Brick wall installation
We lay new brick walls, from low garden walls to tall privacy walls, on a footing sized for the height and in brick that suits your house.
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Stone masonry
Natural stone walls, steps and columns take patience, because each piece has to be fitted. We lay it by hand and set each stone to shed water.
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Brick pointing
Once mortar joints are crumbling or sandy to the touch, water gets in behind the brick. We rake out the loose mortar and refill the joints to match.
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Tell us about your project
Tell us what you're seeing and where the property is. We'll reply within one business day to set up a free on-site estimate, with no pressure to book.
(760) 230-9799Why Solana Beach homeowners call us
I'd rather tell you what I see now than have you find out from a failed wall later. Here's how we work on every job.
- I look at it myself. I come out to every estimate, and I run the site while our own crew does the work.
- We fix the cause first. If water or soil is pushing on the masonry, we deal with that before we patch the part you can see.
- You hear the plan first. Before we start, I walk you through what we're doing and why, so you're never guessing about your own house.
- Licensed, insured, guaranteed. We're fully licensed and insured, and we stand behind the work with satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
Other cities we work in
Advanced Encinitas Concrete and Masonry is based in Encinitas and also works in Carlsbad, Oceanside and many other cities nearby. Don't see yours? Call (760) 230-9799.
How a job runs
You hear from me at the start and you see me on site, so you know what we're doing, why we're doing it, and where the job stands.
Site visit
I come out to your property and look at the job myself. I tell you straight what I see, what's causing it and what it'll take to fix it properly, and I answer your questions while I'm there.
Estimate
You get a written estimate that lays out the work, the materials and the reason for each part. Read it over and ask questions, because I'd rather answer them now than halfway through.
The work
Once you say go, we check with the city's building office and handle any permit application ourselves. Our crew does the work with me running the site, and when it's done I walk the finished job with you.
Masonry questions in Solana Beach
How do I know if my masonry project needs a permit in Solana Beach?
Work that repairs, adds to or alters your house needs a building permit from the city's Community Development department, while finish work like tiling, cabinets and counter tops doesn't. Freestanding walls, paving and other masonry aren't spelled out on that list, so we ask the city about your job before anything starts.
Does my masonry contractor need a state license and a Solana Beach business certificate?
Yes for almost any masonry job. The state licensing board requires a contractor's license on any job that needs a building permit, uses hired workers or runs $1,000 or more in labor and materials. The city also requires its business certificate from anyone working in Solana Beach, and won't issue a permit until the contractor on file has both.
Does my Solana Beach project need Coastal Commission approval?
It can, because all of Solana Beach is in the Coastal Zone and the city requires California Coastal Commission approval on development applications. Some single-trade permits go ahead without it, and the city decides that from your building permit application. On a coastal bluff, the city's first planning review waits for the commission's approval letter, so build that into your timing.
How much does masonry work cost in Solana Beach?
The price comes down to the size of the job, the material, how much old work has to come out, and what the ground or wall behind it needs. Matching old brick or mortar, getting to the work and any permit or coastal review also move it. I'll give you a written figure once I've seen the job.
How long does a masonry repair take in Solana Beach?
The schedule turns mostly on the paperwork and how much has to be opened up, more than on the masonry itself. A job that needs a permit or coastal review waits on the city before we start, and a repair that uncovers hidden damage takes longer than planned. I'll tell you which yours is when I look at it.
Plan your Solana Beach masonry work
Call (760) 230-9799 evenings or weekends, or use the form, tell us what's going on, and we'll set a time to come look.