Foundation repair
We find out why a foundation is cracking or settling before we patch it, then repair the block or concrete so the crack doesn't just reopen beside the fix.
Masonry contractor in Rancho Cucamonga - repairs that get to the cause
Classic Chino Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Chino who repairs and builds brick, block and stone in Rancho Cucamonga, from cracked block walls and worn joints to chimneys, retaining walls and outdoor kitchens.
Masonry work across Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga grew out of three older towns, Alta Loma, Etiwanda and Cucamonga, and we work across all of it, from the streets around those old town centers to the neighborhoods that filled in fast when families came looking for affordable homes in the 1970s. A lot of what we're called out for here matches what we see in Chino, Upland and Ontario: block walls between yards that have started to lean, brick planters and fireplaces with worn joints, and chimneys that need more than a patch.
The price here mostly comes down to how much brick, block or stone is involved, how easy the spot is for us to get to, and whether old material has to come out first. The schedule turns on materials, especially when we're matching an older brick, and on any city inspections the job needs. When I come out, I'll look it over and write you an estimate for your job. On houses that have been standing a while, what's going on behind a wall or under it usually decides the job more than what you see on its face.
Our own crew does the work
The people building or repairing your masonry are our own crew, and I check on the work as it goes so problems get caught while they're still easy to fix.
We fix the cause, not the crack
A crack or a loose brick is usually telling you something about water, footing or mortar, so we find out why it failed before we repair it, rather than covering it with a patch.
Licensed and insured
We're licensed and insured, and our work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee, which matters when a crew is digging footings and stacking block on your property.
Masonry services we offer in Rancho Cucamonga
Chimney repair
Chimneys usually give themselves away with loose bricks, a cracked cap or worn joints, and we rebuild what's failing above the roof instead of smearing mortar over it.
Tuckpointing
When the mortar on a brick planter or wall has gone sandy, we grind out the worn joints and pack in fresh mortar matched to the old color and strength.
Brick repair
We replace cracked bricks and ones flaking at the face with salvaged or closely matched brick, so the repair blends into the wall instead of reading as a patch.
Driveway pavers
We dig out, compact a solid base and lay pavers so the driveway holds up under cars, and a single paver can be lifted and reset if it ever cracks.
Retaining wall construction
Retaining walls usually fail from water pressure behind them, so we build drainage into the wall, with gravel and an outlet for the water, sized for the slope it holds.
Masonry restoration
On older brick and stone we clean, repoint and replace only what's failed, with mortar soft enough for old material, since a hard mix can crack the brick around it.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces and surrounds in brick or stone, working out the firebox, hearth and chimney connection with you before we set the first row.
Stone veneer installation
We face block walls, columns and fireplace fronts with thin real or manufactured stone, putting the backing and drainage behind it first so moisture doesn't get trapped.
Concrete block walls
We build new block walls and fix leaning or cracked ones, checking the footing and steel first so we know whether a repair will hold or a rebuild makes sense.
Foundation block wall installation
We lay block foundation walls for additions, garages and raised floors on a sized footing, with steel and grout where the plans call for them.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the block base, counters and stone or brick facing for outdoor kitchens and barbecue islands, leaving room for gas, power and the grill you've picked out.
Walkway construction
We build walkways in pavers, brick, stone or concrete, setting the base and slope so water runs off the path and away from the house rather than pooling.
Brick wall installation
We build brick garden walls, planters and columns on a real footing, choosing the brick and joint style with you so the new wall suits the house.
Stone masonry
We set natural stone for walls, steps, columns and planters, fitting each piece by hand so the joints stay tight and the stone carries weight the way it should.
Brick pointing
For smaller spots where a few joints have cracked or dropped out, we refill them with matched mortar before water gets behind the brick and loosens more of the wall.
Get a free masonry estimate in Rancho Cucamonga
Tell us what you're seeing and where. We'll reply within one business day, and then I'll come out, look at the job and write your estimate.
Free and on site
The estimate costs you nothing and happens at your house, because I need to see the wall, the ground around it and how it's moved before I can price it honestly.
No obligation to hire us
You can take the estimate, think it over and compare it with others, and there's no obligation to book the work with us, since a masonry job deserves a second look.
Tell us what's changed
If you can, tell us roughly how long you've noticed the problem and whether it's getting worse, because that helps me know what to look at closely on site.
Rancho Cucamonga masonry questions we hear
Here are straight answers to the permit, licensing and payment questions homeowners in Rancho Cucamonga ask before hiring a masonry contractor.
Do I need a permit for a block wall or other masonry work in Rancho Cucamonga?
The city's Building & Safety office decides that, and the permits it names are for solar, reroofs and patio covers, so its list doesn't settle a masonry job. Applications go in online. When a job needs a permit, we apply and plan around the city's inspections, and if it isn't clear, we check with that office before we start.
Does a masonry contractor need a business license to work in Rancho Cucamonga?
Yes, the city requires a business license before anyone starts doing business there, and it's renewed every year. That's separate from the state contractor license, which the Contractors State License Board issues, and the city's application asks for the state license number where one applies. When you're comparing contractors, it's fair to ask about both.
How much of a down payment can a contractor ask for in California?
Under the state board's rules, a down payment on a home improvement job can't be more than $1,000 or 10 percent of the contract price, whichever is less. Every other payment has to be spelled out in the contract and tied to work finished or materials delivered, so check any masonry contract against that before you sign.
Masonry work in cities we serve
These are the cities with their own page on our site, and we work in others around Chino too. If you don't see yours, give us a call and ask.
Tell us what your masonry is doing
Call (909) 479-6261 or send us the form, because the sooner I see a crack or lean, the more masonry we can save.