Foundation repair
When a crack runs through the brick above a door or a corner of the house settles, we find out why it moved and repair the block and brick around it.
Masonry contractor in Conway, AR - repairs that match the brick you have
Capstone Little Rock Masonry & Concrete is a masonry contractor working in Conway, AR. We repair and repoint brick, build walls, walks and patios, and fix chimneys and foundations so new work matches what your house already has.
How brick and stone work goes in Conway
We're a masonry contractor based in Little Rock, AR, and the calls we get from Conway look a lot like the ones at home. We see brick houses with joints going soft, a cracked front step, a retaining wall leaning on a sloped yard, or a walk that's finally gotten bad enough to fix. Older brick usually needs mortar matched to what's there, which is the work I care about most. Newer houses more often need a wall, walk or patio built from scratch.
The price mostly comes down to how much has to come out, how hard your brick or stone is to match, and how much digging and hauling the site needs. The schedule turns on whether your job needs a permit and how long it takes to find brick that matches yours. Your own figure comes from the written estimate I put together after I've looked at the work.
If your house is in Conway's Historical District, the city has to approve it before a permit is even submitted, so that's the first thing I ask about on an older home. We do the same kind of work in Maumelle, North Little Rock and all the way down to Pine Bluff.
The owner on every job
I look at each job in Conway myself and work on it alongside the crew, so the person who wrote your estimate is the one matching your mortar.
Repairs that fit the house
New mortar that's harder than your old brick can damage the brick around it over time, so we match the strength and color to what's there instead of using whatever's in the bag.
Permits checked before we start
Before any work starts, we check with the office that covers your Conway address, and when a permit is needed, we take care of applying for it.
Masonry services we bring to Conway homes
Chimney repair
Loose bricks, a cracked cap on top or gaps where the chimney meets the roof let water in, so we rebuild the damaged rows of brick and reset the top to shed rain.
Tuckpointing
Where the joints have worn flat, we cut out the old mortar, fill with mortar tinted to the brick and run a thin line along each joint so it reads crisp.
Brick repair
When a brick's face pops off or a crack runs through several, we cut out the damaged ones and set new brick that comes close in size, color and texture.
Driveway pavers
A paver driveway is only as good as its base, so we dig out and pack the gravel firm before setting pavers, and a single paver can come up later if one shifts.
Retaining wall construction
A wall holding back a sloped yard usually fails from water building up behind it, so we fill behind the block with gravel and a drain pipe to let that water out.
Masonry restoration
On older brick and stone that's stained, worn or patched with the wrong mortar, we clean it gently, undo the bad patches and repoint so the wall looks and works like itself.
Fireplace installation
A masonry fireplace starts at the footing, and we line the firebox with heat-rated firebrick and finish the face in brick or stone that suits the room around it.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer has to keep water out of the wall behind it, so we put up a moisture barrier and metal lath before setting each stone by hand on a wall or chimney.
Concrete block walls
For privacy walls, sheds or a wall that will get stone later, we lay block on a poured footing and fill the hollow centers with steel and grout where it needs strength.
Foundation block wall installation
For an addition, a crawlspace or a garage, we lay the block foundation wall on its footing, keep it level and square row by row, and seal the outside against ground moisture.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the block base for a grill island or bar, leave openings sized to the appliances you've picked and finish it in brick or stone to match the house.
Walkway construction
A walk that's tripping people usually has a sunken or heaved base, so we dig it out, pack new base and lay brick, stone or pavers sloped so rain runs off.
Brick wall installation
For a garden wall, a mailbox or a column by the drive, we lay brick on a solid footing in a pattern and mortar color chosen to sit right beside your house.
Stone masonry
Natural stone walls, steps and chimneys are fit by hand, so we sort the stone, shape pieces to sit tight and keep the mortar joints set back so the stone shows.
Brick pointing
When you can scratch the mortar out with a key, we grind out the joints and repack them with mortar matched to your house, which is the work we're best known for.
Get a written estimate for your Conway job
Send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I'll come out, look at the work in person and write up what we'd do and why. It's free, and there's no pressure to book.
Licensed, insured and guaranteed
We're fully licensed and insured, and our work comes with one promise, satisfaction guaranteed, so you know who stands behind the job on your property.
Some things can wait
Plenty of hairline cracks and soft joints can hold off a while, and I'll tell you plainly when yours can, so a visit doesn't mean you're signing up for work.
Ask as many times as you need
I'd rather explain something twice than have you sign off on work you don't understand, so ask about anything in the write-up before you decide.
Conway permit and inspection questions for masonry
Straight answers on permits, inspections and business licenses for masonry work on a Conway house, based on the city's own rules.
Does masonry work need a building permit in Conway, AR?
New construction, remodels, additions and accessory buildings need a permit from the city's Building Permits & Inspections office, and work can't start until it's issued. The list doesn't spell out smaller repairs like repointing, so that's the question we put to the office first. A remodel permit also needs a floor plan showing the extent of the work.
How long does permit review take in Conway?
Residential permit review may take up to 3-5 business days, and trade permit applications may take 1-2 business days. Electrical, plumbing, gas and mechanical work each need their own permit, which can matter for an outdoor kitchen or a gas fireplace. Those times assume the plans and documents are complete, and the city issues the permit once it gets the correct payment.
Does Conway require a business license?
Not for most businesses. The city's business FAQ says businesses in general don't need a city business license, and the city will provide a letter of verification on request. Some business types do have separate city requirements. On our side, we're fully licensed and insured.
What does Conway check at the first inspection on a home project?
The inspector looks for a sign with the builder's name, phone number and job address, a portable toilet and a trash container for debris that could blow away. A lot that slopes toward the street or a neighbor also needs erosion control put in properly. If any of these is missing, the inspection is turned down, so we plan for them before the inspector comes.
Cities where we do masonry work
These are the cities with their own page on our site, and we work in others around Little Rock too. If yours isn't listed, call or send the form and ask.
Plan your Conway masonry job with us
Call (501) 274-1083 any day, from early morning into the evening, or send the form with a few photos of what you're seeing.