Masonry Contractor in Foothill Farms, CA - Repairs That Fix the Cause
Excel Lincoln Masonry and Concrete is a masonry contractor based in Lincoln, CA, that works in Foothill Farms. We repair brick, stone and block, fix chimneys and build the walls, walkways and driveways these yards need.
- Foundation repair
- Chimney repair
- Tuckpointing
- Brick repair
- Driveway pavers
- Retaining wall construction
- Masonry restoration
- Fireplace installation
- Stone veneer installation
- Concrete block walls
- Foundation block wall installation
- Outdoor kitchen masonry
- Walkway construction
- Brick wall installation
- Stone masonry
- Brick pointing
- Licensed and insured.
- Free estimates at your property.
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Foothill Farms is County land, not a city
Foothill Farms isn't its own city. It sits in unincorporated Sacramento County, so County offices handle permits and inspections for work here, not a city hall. The area runs east from Walerga Road and Antelope Road to the Citrus Heights line, and across that line the city runs its own permits.
Most of our calls here come from established single-family streets, from homeowners who've lived with a cracked wall or a loose step for a while and want to know what it really needs. It's the same kind of work we do in Antelope and out toward Loomis. On houses that have stood this long, the price and the schedule turn on what's under the old work, how much has to come out and whether new brick or mortar has to match, so I give you your own figure only after I've looked at it in person.
Masonry problems we see on Foothill Farms homes
- Many yards here are lined with block walls, and when one cracks or leans, the cause is usually the footing, a tree root or a sprinkler soaking the base.
- Older brick fronts and chimneys lose mortar long before they lose brick, so many need a few joints redone, not a rebuild, and I'll tell you which.
- Driveways and walkways that have been patched more than once usually hide the real problem underneath, so we dig into the base before we lay anything new.
Masonry and concrete work we do in Foothill Farms
Foundation repair
When a crack opens in the concrete under the house or a door starts sticking, we find out what moved first, then fix the foundation for that cause.
Chimney repair
Brick chimneys usually wear first at the top, so we check the crown, the concrete cap up there, and the mortar before anyone talks about a rebuild.
Tuckpointing
When the joints on a brick front go sandy or sink back, we grind out the worn mortar and pack in new, so the sound brick stays put.
Brick repair
A few cracked or flaking bricks on a planter or step don't mean it's done, so we cut out the bad ones and match new ones in.
Driveway pavers
If an old concrete driveway is cracked past patching, pavers on a packed base give you a surface where one broken piece can be lifted and replaced.
Retaining wall construction
Where a yard steps down, we build retaining walls with drainage behind them, because water trapped behind a wall is what pushes most of them over.
Masonry restoration
For brick or stone that's been patched with mismatched mortar over the years, we clean it, take out the bad repairs and redo them to match the original.
Fireplace installation
When you want a masonry fireplace added or an old one rebuilt, we size it and the chimney to fit the room and how your house is framed.
Stone veneer installation
A thin stone veneer can cover a stucco front or a block wall, and we set it over a backing that lets water behind it drain out.
Concrete block walls
We build new privacy and property-line walls in concrete block on a poured footing, because a block wall stays only as straight as what's under it.
Foundation block wall installation
When an addition or a raised floor needs a block foundation wall, we lay it on a footing sized for what it has to carry.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
For a grill island or outdoor kitchen, we build the block base and finish it in brick or stone to match the house and the yard.
Walkway construction
When a front walk has cracked, sunk or pulled away from the steps, we dig it out, rebuild the base and lay concrete, brick or pavers.
Brick wall installation
For a garden wall, planter or entry wall in brick, we build it on a solid footing and match the brick and the joints to your house.
Stone masonry
We lay natural stone for walls, steps and planters, fitting each piece so the weight sits on the stone and not just on the mortar.
Brick pointing
If only a few joints on a wall or chimney have cracked or washed out, pointing just those spots is often all it needs for now.
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Get a free on-site masonry estimate in Foothill Farms
We reply within one business day of your call or message. Then I come out to your Foothill Farms property, look at the work in person and go over what it needs before I put a number on it, with no pressure to book. If you go ahead, I run the job on site with our crew.
(916) 587-8582Foothill Farms masonry questions we hear
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Foothill Farms?
Often, yes, and in Foothill Farms it comes from the County, not a city. The Sacramento County Building Permits and Inspection Division requires a permit before you build, enlarge, alter, repair, move or tear down a building or structure, and its list of common permit jobs includes fences over 7 feet tall, which matters if you're planning a tall block or brick wall. When a job calls for a permit, we pull it with the County, set up the inspections and tell you where it stands before work starts.
When does a masonry contractor need a California license?
A contractor needs a state license when the project needs a building permit, uses employee labor, or when the contracts on it add up to $1,000 or more in labor and materials. That's the Contractors State License Board's rule, so ask any mason you're considering whether they hold one. We're licensed and insured.
How do I check whether County or city rules apply to my house in Foothill Farms?
Look up your parcel on the County General Map and read its "Jurisdiction" field, because your mailing city and ZIP don't tell you. If it says "Unincorporated Area of Sacramento County," County rules apply, and if it names a city, that city's rules apply. I check it before we plan any work that needs a permit.
How do I find out if my Foothill Farms home is in the Arcade Creek floodplain?
Call the County's Flood Zone Hotline at (916) 874-7517 with your parcel number, address and contact information, and they'll tell you whether your parcel is in a flood zone. The Arcade Creek flood maps were revised, enlarging the floodplain and raising expected flood heights by up to 2 feet, so many properties are in it for the first time and a lender may require flood insurance. It's good to know where you stand before you plan new walls or paving.
How much does masonry repair cost in Foothill Farms?
Most of the cost comes from labor and how much has to come out, so pointing a few joints or swapping some bricks costs far less than rebuilding a wall or chimney. New footings, drainage behind a retaining wall, natural stone instead of block and a tight back yard where everything goes in by wheelbarrow all push the price up, and a permit adds fees and inspection time. I'll tell you which parts need doing now and which can wait.
Do I need a written contract for a masonry job in California?
Yes, for any home improvement job over $500, California requires a written contract. The contract and any changes to it have to be in writing, and it has to tell you about your right to cancel, so read that part before you sign.
Call about your Foothill Farms masonry job
We pick up seven days a week from 7 AM to 11 PM, so you can call (916) 587-8582 after work or send the estimate form whenever it suits you.