Masonry Contractor in Eugene, OR - Older Brick, Chimneys and Slope Walls Done Right
Stonecraft Eugene Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Eugene, OR. We fix older brick, chimneys and crumbling mortar joints, and build retaining walls, walkways, paver driveways and stone work for houses across the city.
- Licensed and fully insured.
- Free in-person estimates.
- Expect a reply within 1 business day.
Eugene houses as we see them on the job
Eugene is where we're based, so a lot of our work is right here. Closer in, we're working on older houses with brick chimneys, brick steps and porches that have been patched a few times over the years, not always well. Farther out, it's more often ranch houses and newer builds with block foundations, stone veneer and paver driveways. North of town in River Road and Santa Clara, we see a lot of the same mix.
On an older house, the first thing I do is figure out what's original and what's been patched since. That decides whether we match the old brick and mortar, repair what's there or tell you a section needs rebuilding.
Masonry work we do on Eugene houses
Foundation repair
When a foundation crack keeps widening, we find out why the house moved before we patch it, because a patch over moving ground just cracks again.
See the service Foundation repairChimney repair
Loose bricks near the top of an older chimney are usually the first sign. We fix what's failing and tell you plainly what can wait.
See the service Chimney repairTuckpointing
When the mortar between your bricks turns sandy and falls out, we clean out the worn joints and refill them, so the wall stays tight without replacing sound brick.
See the service TuckpointingBrick repair
Cracked or flaking bricks on steps, porches and walls can be cut out and replaced one at a time, and we look for brick that matches yours.
See the service Brick repairDriveway pavers
Pavers lift out one at a time, so a sunken spot in a paver driveway can be reset later instead of cut out and poured again.
See the service Driveway paversRetaining wall construction
A retaining wall on a sloped yard is only as good as its footing and what's behind it, so we dig down to firm ground before the first row goes in.
See the service Retaining wall constructionMasonry restoration
For older brick and stone that's worn but worth keeping, we clean, repoint and repair it with materials that match, so the old work looks like itself again.
See the service Masonry restorationFireplace installation
Adding a masonry fireplace means planning the hearth, firebox and chimney together, and we lay it out with you before any brick goes down.
See the service Fireplace installationStone veneer installation
Stone veneer, a thin facing of real or cast stone, dresses up a plain foundation, wall or fireplace on a newer house without the weight of full stone.
See the service Stone veneer installationConcrete block walls
Block suits garden walls, yard walls and low retaining walls, and we reinforce and fill the hollow cores wherever the wall has to hold weight.
See the service Concrete block wallsFoundation block wall installation
For an addition, a garage or a crawlspace, we lay reinforced block on a proper footing so whatever sits on top of it stays level.
See the service Foundation block wall installationOutdoor kitchen masonry
An outdoor kitchen in block, brick or stone gives your grill and counter a solid base, and we leave room for the gas, power and water lines before we build.
See the service Outdoor kitchen masonryWalkway construction
We build walkways in brick, stone or pavers from your driveway to the door, set on a packed base so they stay even underfoot.
See the service Walkway constructionBrick wall installation
A new brick garden or yard wall can be laid to match the brick already on your house, so it looks like it has been there all along.
See the service Brick wall installationStone masonry
Stone steps, walls and columns are laid by hand, piece by piece, and we fit each stone so the weight sits on the stone below, not the mortar.
See the service Stone masonryBrick pointing
Pointing fixes worn joints on a smaller area, like one wall, a set of steps or a chimney top, before loose mortar lets bricks start to shift.
See the service Brick pointing
Get a free on-site masonry estimate in Eugene
We'll get back to you within one business day to set a time. I come out myself and give you a free estimate on site, with no obligation to go ahead.
- info@eugeneconcreteandmasonry.com
- Based in
- Eugene, OR 97401
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 7 AM–11 PM, Sat–Sun: 6 AM–10 PM
Permits, plans and price on Eugene masonry jobs
New retaining walls and other structural masonry go through the city's Building Department, and most new construction needs detailed plans that city staff check against code before they issue the permit, so on a bigger wall the review can set the start date more than we do. When a job needs a permit, we pull it and handle the inspections. If you're checking us out, don't look for a city business license, because Eugene doesn't issue a general one and doesn't require one for a masonry contractor. The price moves with how much has to come apart, how hard the work is to reach and whether plans are involved, and the schedule turns on the permit and on what we find once it's open. Your estimate gives you the figure for your job and says what we'll do and why.
A lot of Eugene's older streets have narrow lots, tight side yards and garages off the alley, so before we start we plan where the brick and mortar get staged and how a wheelbarrow gets to the back, which keeps the sidewalk and your neighbors' driveways clear. We work the same way across the river in Springfield and in the other cities around Eugene.
Older brick and hillside yards in Eugene
On older Eugene houses, the mortar wears out long before the brick does, and the chimney top and the front steps usually go first because they take the most wear. We repoint with a mortar that suits the old brick, because a hard modern mix can crack the faces of the bricks around it, and we tell you which parts need work now and which can wait.
Where a yard slopes, an old retaining wall that's starting to lean usually has water trapped behind it. I'll tell you whether it can be fixed or needs rebuilding with proper drainage, and if it isn't worth doing, I'll say so.
How a masonry job runs when you call us in Eugene
Here's how a job goes from your first call or message to the walk-through at the end, and when it helps to have you home.
Call or send a message
Call (541) 225-4006 or send the form with a few lines about the job, and a photo if you have one. We set a time for me to come out and look.
I look at the work
I come out myself, look at the work and ask what you want from it, so it's best if you're home. The estimate spells out what we'll do and why, so you can see where the money goes before you decide.
Permits, then the work
If the job needs a permit, we pull it and book the inspections, and work starts once the city signs off. Our own masons and laborers do the work, and I check it as it goes.
Clean up and walk it
We clean up and walk the finished work with you before we call it done. Satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
Questions about masonry work in Eugene
Do I need a permit to build a retaining wall in Eugene?
In most cases, yes. Retaining walls are on the city's list of typical projects that need a building permit, along with additions, garages and similar work. When yours needs one, we pull it and handle the inspections, and if it's unclear, we ask the city before we start.
How do I know if my chimney or brick repair needs a permit in Eugene?
Start with the city's list of work that doesn't need a building permit, which includes masonry repair on one- and two-family houses, but only when the work is clear of things like utility easements, setbacks, public pipes and septic or stormwater systems. A separate plumbing, electrical or mechanical permit can still apply. If we can't tell which side of that line your job falls on, we check with the city first.
How long does a building permit stay active in Eugene?
You have 360 days from the day the permit is issued to start work, and each inspection you request pushes the expiration out another 360 days. If a job stalls, the city offers one 180-day extension at no cost during construction. On a job that's moving and getting inspected, the clock keeps resetting.
Can a wall built without a permit be approved later in Eugene?
Yes, if it meets code. You submit plans showing the work that was done, and an inspector may have small sections opened up to see what's inside. The city can levy penalties on owners who refuse to comply, so if you've got an unpermitted wall, I'll look at it and tell you honestly whether it's worth trying to save.
Is my property line at the sidewalk in Eugene?
Often not. Property lines in Eugene are often set back from the street edge and even from the sidewalk, because the street right-of-way, the strip that holds the paved street, the sidewalk and the street trees, runs past them. A fence between neighbors isn't always on the line either, so we find out where yours is before we set out a wall or walkway.
What affects the cost of masonry work in Eugene?
The biggest factors are how much has to come apart and what it's made of. Matching old brick and mortar takes more time than new work, a tall chimney or a steep roof means more staging, a retaining wall needs a footing and drainage you'll never see, and a new wall may need plans and a permit. I can't give you a fair number without seeing it, so the estimate lays out what we'll do and why.
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Eugene, OR
Get your Eugene brick, chimney or wall checked
Call (541) 225-4006 or send the form, because a crumbling joint or a leaning wall costs less to fix while it's still a repair.