Foundation repair
When a crack runs up the brick beside a window or a door starts to stick, we check the foundation under it first, then repair the block and the joints that moved.
Masonry Contractor in Maumelle, AR - Brick and Stone Work That Matches Your House
Capstone Little Rock Masonry & Concrete is a masonry contractor working on Maumelle homes, repointing tired joints, fixing cracked brick and building retaining walls, walks and outdoor kitchens out back.
Masonry work on Maumelle homes and yards
A lot of the Maumelle houses we see have brick or stone across the front and a backyard that drops off toward the back fence, so the calls there usually split two ways. Some are about the house, like a cracked joint by the garage or brick loosening on a step, and some are about the yard, like a wall that's started to lean or a walk that's settled. We're based in Little Rock and do the same work in North Little Rock and down in Benton.
What moves the price is how much has to come out, how closely we have to match the brick and mortar you already have, and how easy it is to get a wheelbarrow to the back yard. The schedule turns on whether the job needs a permit, how soon matching brick comes in and the weather, since fresh mortar needs dry days to set. I'll come look at it in person and write up what we'd do and why, so you see your own job on paper before anything's decided.
I come out to every job
I look at each job in person and then work on it alongside the crew, so the person who studied your old mortar is the one mixing the new batch to match.
Permits checked before work starts
Before we start, we check with the city's Planning and Permitting office about your address, and when a permit's needed, we apply for it so it's in place first.
Licensed and insured
We're fully licensed and insured. A residential building permit in Maumelle calls for a licensed contractor's current Arkansas license and their liability insurance, so ask anyone you hire to show both.
What we build and repair in Maumelle
Chimney repair
We reset loose brick at the top of the stack, rebuild a cracked crown, the concrete cap that sheds rain, and repoint the joints in mortar that matches the rest.
Tuckpointing
We grind crumbling joints back to sound mortar and pack in new mortar mixed a little softer than your brick, so over time the joint wears instead of the brick face.
Brick repair
Cracked or chipped brick on steps, mailbox posts and front walls gets cut out and replaced with brick matched for size, color and texture, so the repair blends into the wall.
Driveway pavers
We dig out, pack a solid base and lay pavers inside an edge restraint that holds them tight, so a driveway that carries cars doesn't spread or sink at the sides.
Retaining wall construction
For backyards that step down, we build block or stone walls on a gravel base with drainage behind them, because water trapped behind a wall is what usually pushes it over.
Masonry restoration
On brick that's stained, worn or patched over the years, we clean it gently, repair the joints and replace damaged brick so the whole face reads as one wall again.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces and surrounds, lining the firebox with firebrick, the heat-rated kind, and facing it in brick or stone that suits the room it sits in.
Stone veneer installation
We set stone veneer on house fronts, columns and foundation skirts over a proper backing and moisture barrier, so the stone stays put and water behind it has a way out.
Concrete block walls
Block walls for property lines, raised beds and garages get a concrete footing, steel where the wall needs it and grout in the cores, so they stay straight and solid.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions and crawlspace foundations, we lay block on a level footing, keep every course plumb and set anchor bolts for the framers, so the house above sits square.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build grill islands, counters and bar walls in block faced with brick or stone to match your house, with openings sized for the grill and doors you've picked out.
Walkway construction
We build front walks and backyard paths in brick, stone or concrete on a packed base, sloped just enough that rain runs off instead of pooling at your door.
Brick wall installation
We lay new garden walls, screen walls and planters in brick and mortar picked to match the house, with weep holes and caps so water drains instead of sitting in the wall.
Stone masonry
We lay natural stone for steps, wall caps, patios and columns, fitting each piece by hand so the joints stay tight and the stone looks like it belongs there.
Brick pointing
When only a few joints are cracked or missing, we point just those, matching the mortar's color and the joint's shape so the fix doesn't stand out on the wall.
Get a written estimate for your Maumelle job
Send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set a time to come out. You'll get a written estimate of what we'd do and why, free and with no pressure to book.
Seeing it beats guessing
A photo shows a crack, but not how deep it goes or what's behind it, so I look at every job at your property before putting anything on paper.
Ask the same thing twice
I'd rather walk you through the write-up twice than have you sign off on work you don't understand, so ask about any line on it as often as you need.
Satisfaction guaranteed
Our work is satisfaction guaranteed, and you'll know what you're getting going in, because the write-up spells out which joints, brick or wall sections we're working on.
Questions about masonry work in Maumelle
Straight answers on permits, permit paperwork, drainage and doing your own repairs before you start masonry work on a Maumelle house.
Do I need a permit for a retaining wall or masonry work in Maumelle?
A retaining wall over 4 feet tall needs a city permit in Maumelle, since it's on the city's list of common permitted work. That list doesn't name repointing, brick repair or walkways, so for those it's worth asking the permit office, which is the check we make before any job. If you hire for listed work, make sure the company has bought the permit.
Can I do my own brick repairs on my house in Maumelle?
Yes, if you live in the house, the city lets you make most repairs yourself, but you still need a permit for anything on its list. The work has to meet the codes that apply and gets one or more inspections, depending on what you're doing. I'm happy to look and tell you which pieces are worth doing yourself and which can wait.
What plans does Maumelle need for a residential building permit?
The city's residential permit requirements call for two complete sets of plans, including a site plan, a floor plan, and footing and foundation plans and details, along with the license and insurance copies I mentioned above. That mostly matters for new building work like a foundation block wall, and when your job needs a permit, the application is part of what we handle.
Does Maumelle have drainage rules for building a wall or walkway?
Yes, the city enforces stormwater drainage and erosion control rules along with the state's building codes. When we dig for a wall or walk, we plan where the water goes and keep loose soil from washing off your lot. If you have a question about runoff, the city's stormwater line is (501) 851-2784, ext. 4.
Cities we serve for masonry work
These are the cities with their own page on our site. We work in other cities around Little Rock too, so if yours isn't listed, call or send the form and ask.
Tell us what you're seeing at home
Call (501) 274-1083 until 11 PM on weeknights or 10 PM on weekends, so you can reach us after work, or use the form anytime.