Foundation repair
We find out why a foundation cracked or settled before we touch it. Then we repair the block or concrete so the fix deals with the cause and not just the visible crack.
Masonry Contractor in Banning, CA - Walls and Repairs Planned Before We Dig
Superior Yucaipa Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Yucaipa that builds block walls, retaining walls and hardscape in Banning, and repairs brick, block and stone so the fix matches what's already there.
Masonry work in Banning and what shapes it
Banning is growing. On our jobs there, we see newer homes going in near older neighborhoods, with block walls between most yards and plenty of lots that step up or down. The calls we get are usually for a wall to build or replace, mortar that's wearing out, or a crack someone wants explained. Before we start, we check with the city's Building and Safety Division, which issues permits for construction in Banning. When your job needs a permit, we handle the paperwork and the inspections. We're based in Yucaipa and do the same work next door in Beaumont and over in Loma Linda.
Price mostly comes down to a wall's height and length, how much digging the footing takes, whether the design needs an engineer, and how hard it is to match brick or block that's already there. The schedule turns on whether the city has to review and approve the work first. I'll walk the site and give you a written estimate that spells out the work and the materials. On a sloped lot, that usually starts with where the grade and the water go.
I write the estimate myself
I come out to look at your job and write the estimate, then I'm on site checking our masons' work as it goes, so the person who priced it watches it get built.
Cause first, then the fix
Before we repair a cracked wall or crumbling joints, we figure out what caused the damage, because a repair that skips the cause usually just shows up again.
Repairs that match the wall
We're best known for brick and block repairs that match the existing wall in color, size and texture, so the fix doesn't stand out as a patch on your house.
Masonry services for Banning homes and yards
Chimney repair
We fix loose bricks, worn mortar and a cracked crown, the concrete cap on top, using brick and mortar picked to match the rest of the chimney.
Tuckpointing
We grind out crumbling joints and refill them with mortar tinted to the brick, then run a fine line so the joints read crisp and even again.
Brick repair
When a brick cracks or spalls, flaking off at the face, we cut it out and set a replacement chosen to match the size, color and texture around it.
Driveway pavers
We dig out and pack a solid base before laying pavers. A driveway takes the weight of a car every day, and a thin base is what lets pavers sink and shift.
Retaining wall construction
We plan the footing, drainage and height before anyone digs, since water building up behind a retaining wall is what usually pushes it out of line.
Masonry restoration
On older brick, block or stone, we clean, repoint and replace damaged pieces in stages, matching mortar and materials so the work blends with what's been standing for years.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces and surrounds in brick or stone, and we talk through the firebox, hearth and chimney layout with you before any material is ordered.
Stone veneer installation
We put stone veneer, a thin facing of real or manufactured stone, over block, concrete or framed walls. We start with the backing, because that's what holds the stone on.
Concrete block walls
Block walls between yards are common here. We build them on a proper footing and pick block that sits well beside the walls already standing next door.
Foundation block wall installation
We lay block foundation walls for additions and outbuildings on footings sized to the job, following the steel and grout the plans call for so the building above sits level.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the block base, counters and stone or brick facing for outdoor kitchens, and we plan where gas, water and power will run before the first row goes down.
Walkway construction
We lay walkways in pavers, brick, stone or concrete, sloped slightly so rain runs off instead of pooling at your door or against the house.
Brick wall installation
We build brick garden and screen walls on a solid footing. Before work starts, we settle the bond pattern with you, which is how the bricks overlap from row to row.
Stone masonry
We set natural stone for walls, steps, planters and columns, sorting and fitting the pieces by hand so the joints stay tight and the face looks settled.
Brick pointing
When the mortar between bricks has worn back or cracked, we rake out the joints down to solid mortar and refill them with a mix that suits the brick.
Get a written masonry estimate for your Banning job
Send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I'll come out, look at the job and leave you a written estimate, free and with no obligation.
Free and done on site
I look at the wall, the ground and what's around it in person, because a price given over the phone can't account for the footing, access or matching.
Work and materials in writing
The estimate spells out what we'll do and what we'll use, so you can go through it line by line and ask about anything that isn't clear before you decide.
Licensed and insured
We're licensed and insured, and our work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee, so you know where you stand before our crew breaks ground.
Banning permit and wall questions we hear
These are practical questions that come up on Banning masonry jobs, about walls, permits and what to do before anyone digs.
Do I need a permit for a block wall or retaining wall in Banning?
You need a permit for a block wall or a retaining wall over 2 feet tall, according to the city's permit handout. A retaining wall that holds back a slope needs a permit and an engineered design at any height, and every wall needs the city's planning approval, even a short one. We check what your wall needs before we start, then handle the paperwork and inspections.
Does a foundation or chimney repair in Banning need a permit?
It may, because the city lists structural repairs among the work that needs permits and inspections. The handout also says its list isn't complete, so for work it doesn't name, the city points people to Building and Safety at buildingandsafety@banningca.gov. We check with the city before any repair starts and tell you what it needs.
How do I apply for a building permit in Banning?
You apply online through an account with Building and Safety, and City Hall has computer kiosks where staff can help you file. Residential applications need the owner's signed permission, so when we handle your permit, we'll tell you exactly what to sign. Anything submitted now goes under the 2025 California building code, which the city put in effect on January 1, 2026.
Who do I call before digging for a wall or patio in Banning?
Call 811 or go online at digalert.org for a DigAlert ticket before you dig. The city's Building and Safety page asks people to do this. Wall footings and paver bases both mean digging, so on our jobs we make sure there's a ticket before the first shovel goes in.
Masonry contractor service areas we cover
Besides Banning, these are the cities with their own page on our site. We work in other cities nearby too, so if you don't see yours, call and ask.
Book a visit to your Banning property
Our hours run every day from 7 AM to 10 PM, so call (909) 768-8021 when it suits you or send the form.