Foundation repair
We find out why a foundation cracked or settled before we repair it, because a crack fed by a leaking downspout comes back unless the water gets sent somewhere else.
Masonry contractor in Beaumont, CA - repairs that match, walls that drain
Superior Yucaipa Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Yucaipa and working in Beaumont, CA. We repair brick, block and stone to match what's there, and build walls, pavers and outdoor kitchens planned before we dig.
Masonry work in Beaumont as we see it
A lot of Beaumont is newer neighborhoods, where block walls usually close in the backyards, with older houses and more brick closer to the historic downtown. I come over from Yucaipa to look at jobs here, and we do the same work west of us in Redlands and on the far side of Beaumont in Banning.
What moves the price is the length and height of the wall or the size of the area, the material, how easy the site is to get into, and whether the city wants a permit. The start date usually turns on that permit or on finding brick that matches, and your written estimate spells out the work and materials so you can see what you're paying for. On these lots the job usually comes down to two things: whether a new wall has to tie into the neighbor's block, and where the water goes. The city's design criteria plan for heavy rain, and a wall or walkway with no way to drain is usually the first to crack or lean.
Repairs that match your wall
We're best known for brick and block repairs that blend in, so we match the size, color and mortar joint of what's already there instead of leaving a patch that stands out.
Finding the cause first
Before we fix a crack or a leaning wall, I work out why it failed, because a repair that skips the cause, like a blocked drain behind the wall, just shows up again.
I'm on site while it's built
Our crew of masons lays the brick and block, and I'm on site to check the work as it goes, so the person who planned your job is the one watching it go up.
Masonry services we offer in Beaumont
Chimney repair
Loose brick, a cracked concrete cap on top and washed-out joints let water into a chimney, so we rebuild what's failing before the damage spreads down the stack.
Tuckpointing
When mortar between bricks turns sandy or sinks back, we grind out worn joints and pack in fresh mortar matched in color and hardness so it doesn't crack the brick.
Brick repair
We cut out cracked, loose or flaking bricks and set replacements matched in size and color, after we've worked out what broke them, which is usually water or movement.
Driveway pavers
We dig out and pack a solid base before laying pavers, because a paver driveway is only as flat as what's under it once cars park on it every day.
Retaining wall construction
On sloped yards we plan the wall's height, footing and drainage behind it before anyone digs, because water trapped behind a retaining wall is what usually pushes it over.
Masonry restoration
We clean, repair and put fresh mortar in older brick and stone that's worn or patched over the years, using materials that match so the repair blends in.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces and surrounds to fit the firebox and venting the plan calls for, and settle the hearth and the wall around it before laying the first brick.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer, a thin facing of real or manufactured stone, goes over a weather barrier and metal mesh on the wall, because water trapped behind the stone is what loosens it.
Concrete block walls
We build block walls for property lines on a poured footing, with steel and grout in the hollow cells where the wall needs it, so it stays straight and solid.
Foundation block wall installation
We lay block foundation walls, the short walls a floor or addition sits on, level and square on a proper footing, because everything built above depends on that first row.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build grill islands and counters in block, brick or stone, planning where gas, power and water run before the walls go up so nothing gets cut open later.
Walkway construction
We build walkways in pavers, brick, stone or concrete, with a packed base and a slight slope away from the house so rain runs off instead of pooling by your door.
Brick wall installation
Garden walls, planters and brick fences go up on a poured footing with joints shaped to shed water, and we match the brick to your house when the wall sits close by.
Stone masonry
We set natural stone for walls, steps, columns and borders, fitting each piece by hand and choosing stone that matches what's already on your property.
Brick pointing
When only some joints have cracked or fallen out, we clean them back and fill them with mortar matched to the old, which costs less than redoing the whole wall.
Get a written estimate for your Beaumont project
Call or send the form and we'll get back to you within one business day to set a time. I come out, look at the job and write the estimate myself, with no obligation to go ahead.
Free and done at your house
Estimates are free and done on site, because I need to see the wall, the slope and the brick that's already there before I can tell you what the job takes.
Work and materials in writing
You get a written estimate that spells out the work and the materials, so you can compare it with other bids and ask about anything that isn't clear.
Licensed, insured and guaranteed
We're licensed and insured, so you aren't the one carrying the risk while our crew works on your property, and the work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Questions about masonry work in Beaumont
These are questions we hear from Beaumont homeowners about permits, licenses and walls before any digging starts.
Do I need a permit for a block wall or retaining wall in Beaumont?
A retaining wall that holds back a neighbor's property needs a building permit from the city's Building & Safety office. Retaining walls up to 4 feet, counting the footing, are exempt unless they hold up extra weight like a slope or driveway. Fences up to 6 feet are exempt, but the city also lists block wall fences as a permit type, so we check with the city first.
How do I send in a permit application in Beaumont?
Beaumont takes permit applications only by email, at permits@beaumontca.gov, with a completed application and any plans and specifications the job needs. On our jobs you don't have to send it yourself, because we check with the city about what your project needs, handle the paperwork and inspections when a permit is required, and tell you if anything needs your signature.
Do I need a permit for a paver driveway or walkway in Beaumont?
Walkways and driveways are on Beaumont's list of work that doesn't need a building permit, though they still have to follow the city's code. Work in the city's right-of-way, the public strip along the street, is different. A driveway approach, where your driveway meets the street, or a sidewalk needs an Encroachment Permit, so we sort that out before your pavers reach the curb.
Does a masonry contractor need a license to work in Beaumont?
Usually, yes. California's Contractors State License Board licenses anyone who builds or alters a structure, and that applies when a job needs a building permit, uses any hired workers, or comes to $1,000 or more in labor and materials. Beaumont also requires a business license of everyone doing business in the city, contractors included. We're licensed and insured.
Cities where we do masonry work
We're based in Yucaipa and work in the cities listed here and others nearby. If your address isn't on the list, call or send the form and ask.
Tell us about your Beaumont masonry project
Call (909) 768-8021 any day between 7 AM and 10 PM, or send the form and tell us what you're seeing.