Masonry contractor in Lincoln, CA - brick and block work that fixes the cause
Excel Lincoln Masonry and Concrete is a masonry contractor based in Lincoln, CA. We repair and build brick, stone and block, from chimneys and tuckpointing to retaining walls, paver driveways and the block walls between yards.
- 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.
- Replies within 1 business day.
Lincoln homes and the masonry they need
Lincoln is where we're based. I ran crews for another mason in this area for years before I started this business in 2017. Most of our calls here come from the newer neighborhoods, where block walls run between backyards, driveways and walkways are pavers or concrete, and plenty of houses have stone on the front. Closer to downtown the houses are older, with more brick, brick chimneys and mortar that's had decades to wear. We do the same work a short drive away in Roseville and Rocklin.
The price moves with how much has to come out before we build back, the material and how easy it is to get a crew into your yard. The schedule mostly turns on whether the job needs a permit. I go over what your job needs at the estimate and put a number on it there. On newer houses the work is usually about drainage and the base under a wall or driveway. On older ones it's matching brick and mortar so the repair doesn't stand out.
What wears out on Lincoln houses and yards
- Block walls between backyards lean or crack along the joints when sprinkler water and soil build up behind them with nowhere to drain.
- Paver driveways and walkways sink in the tire tracks or along the edges when the base under them was thin, so resetting the pavers alone won't hold.
- Older brick near downtown often has softer mortar, and patching it with hard modern mortar can crack the brick, so we match the mortar to the wall.
- The concrete cap on top of a chimney usually cracks first, and once water gets in there, the bricks and joints below it start working loose.
Masonry work we do for Lincoln homes
Foundation repair
When a foundation wall shows cracks or a door starts sticking, we find out what's moving it before we patch it, so the repair holds.
Chimney repair
For brick chimneys on Lincoln's older houses with loose bricks or open joints up top, we rebuild what's failed and leave the sound brick alone.
Tuckpointing
When mortar joints turn sandy but the brick is still solid, we grind out the worn joints and pack fresh mortar. That's often all a wall needs.
Brick repair
Cracked bricks, or ones with the face flaking off, get cut out of steps, planters and walls and replaced with a close match in size and color.
Driveway pavers
For a new paver driveway or one that has sunk and rutted, we dig out and pack a new base in layers before we set any pavers.
Retaining wall construction
Where a yard steps down or an old wall is leaning, we build retaining walls with drainage behind them, because trapped water is usually what pushes a wall over.
Masonry restoration
On older brick and stone near downtown, we clean the masonry, redo worn joints and replace damaged units so the original work stays sound and looks right.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces and surrounds for new rooms or remodels, laying out the firebox and chimney so the finished fireplace pulls smoke up and out.
Stone veneer installation
We put stone facing on house fronts, columns and fireplaces over a proper water barrier, because water behind the stone is what usually pops it loose.
Concrete block walls
The block walls between Lincoln backyards crack and lean as they age, so we repair sections or build new ones with steel and grout in the hollow cores.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions, crawlspace walls and raised floors, we lay block foundation walls on a solid concrete footing, with steel set where the plans call for it.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the block base, stone or brick facing and countertop supports for outdoor kitchens and barbecue islands, sized around the grill and appliances you've picked.
Walkway construction
We lay new walkways in brick, stone, pavers or concrete, or rebuild ones lifted by tree roots, on a packed base sloped so water runs off.
Brick wall installation
For a new garden wall, mailbox column or entry pillars, we build in brick on a real footing, matching your house's brick so it looks like it belongs.
Stone masonry
We lay natural and manufactured stone for walls, steps, columns and fireplace fronts, fitting each stone by hand so the joints come out tight and even.
Brick pointing
When only a few joints have cracked or washed out, we refill just those to match, since redoing a sound wall is money you don't need to spend.
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Get a free on-site estimate for your Lincoln project
Send us a few lines about your Lincoln project and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I come out myself, look at the work and go over what it actually needs before I put a number on it. The estimate is free, and there's no obligation to book.
(916) 587-8582Lincoln masonry questions we hear most
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Lincoln, CA?
Some masonry jobs in Lincoln need a building permit, and the city's Building Division decides for yours. It issues residential permits for building a new home, renovating one or adding a structure, and its quick over-the-counter list covers work like re-roofs and water heaters, not masonry. When a job calls for a permit, we pull it, set up the inspections and tell you where it stands before we start.
How long does a building permit take for a masonry project in Lincoln?
If your project needs a permit, the city's plan check can take 2 to 6 weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the job. Only the short list of over-the-counter jobs skips that review. The city also says a permit expires one year after it's issued, so we plan to start once it's in hand.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Lincoln, CA?
You schedule it with the city before 3 p.m., at least one business day ahead. Every building permit there needs at least one inspection. On jobs where we pull the permit, we set up the inspections ourselves and let you know when the inspector is coming.
Does a contractor working in Lincoln need a city business license?
Yes. The city requires a business license for any contractor working in Lincoln, even one based outside the city limits. It's renewed every January, and the city's fee table lists $30.00 to apply or renew, which you can see on the city's business license page.
Does a masonry contractor in Lincoln need a California state license?
Yes, unless the job is small enough to fit the state's minor work exemption. Starting January 1, 2025, the Contractors State License Board raised that exemption from $500 to $1,000, and it only applies when the work needs no permit and the person doing it hires no one for the project. We're licensed and insured.
How much does masonry repair cost in Lincoln, CA?
The price depends on the size of the job, the material and how much has to come out before we can build back, so I give you a figure after I've seen it. Matching old brick, digging out a failed base and tight yard access all add cost. Redoing only the joints or sections that actually need it keeps a repair small.
Call about your Lincoln masonry job today
A crack or a lean that's small now is usually a smaller fix than one left another year, so call (916) 587-8582 any day from 7 AM to 11 PM or fill out our form.