Expert Masonry Contractor in Auburn AL - Repairs That Fix the Cause, Not Just the Crack
United Auburn Concrete and Masonry fixes cracked brick and crumbling mortar joints in Auburn and the area around it, including Opelika and Tuskegee. On older brick houses we also restore masonry and repair chimneys, with mortar that suits the brick.
- Licensed and insured.
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Masonry contractor services in Auburn, AL
United Auburn Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor in Auburn, AL, and we take on 16 kinds of work, from cracked brick and failing joints to new retaining walls, walks and outdoor kitchens. On repairs, the price mostly turns on what's causing the damage, how far it's spread and how hard your brick or stone is to match. On new work, it turns on the size, the materials and how much digging and base the site needs. The schedule follows the same things, plus a permit when the job needs one. Your free estimate spells out what we'd do and why, so you see your own figure before deciding.
Foundation repair
Cracked block or brick foundation? We work out what moved it, usually water or settling, before we repair the wall, so the fix matches the cause.
Chimney repair
We rebuild loose brick, cracked chimney caps and worn joints for homeowners who've spotted bits of mortar on the roof or a chimney that's starting to lean.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing is cleaning out worn mortar joints and refilling them neatly so the wall sheds water again. It suits brick that's still sound but has tired joints.
Brick repair
When bricks have cracked, flaked or come loose, we find out why, then cut them out and set replacements close in size and color to the rest.
Driveway pavers
We lay paver driveways over a packed gravel base and edge them so they hold their lines. Pavers can be lifted and reset if a section settles.
Retaining wall construction
We build block and stone retaining walls to hold back a slope or level part of a yard, with drainage behind them because trapped water pushes walls over.
Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone homes, restoration means repairing joints, brick and stonework with materials that suit the house, so the work blends in instead of standing out.
Fireplace installation
We build brick and stone fireplaces from the hearth up, working out the size, firebox and face with you before we lay the first brick.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is a thin layer of real or manufactured stone set onto a wall. We install it inside and out for the look of solid stone.
Concrete block walls
Concrete block makes sturdy walls for garages, sheds and privacy screens. We lay them with steel and concrete-filled cores where the design calls for it.
Foundation block wall installation
Building a new house, addition or crawl space? We lay the block foundation walls it sits on, set level and square so the framing goes up true.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
Planning a place to cook out back? We build outdoor kitchen counters, grill surrounds and bars in brick, block or stone, laid out around how you'll use them.
Walkway construction
A walkway from the drive to your door can be brick, pavers, stone or concrete. We lay it on a firm base, pitched slightly so water runs off.
Brick wall installation
Garden walls, screens and mailbox columns in brick start with a solid concrete footing. We pour that first, then lay brick chosen to suit your house.
Stone masonry
Natural stone walls, steps, columns and borders take hand fitting, so we shape each piece until the joints sit tight and even.
Brick pointing
Mortar washing out of the joints? Brick pointing replaces the worn mortar with new mortar matched in strength and color to your brick, so the wall keeps water out.
Why homeowners hire us for masonry work
Most of our calls come from owners of older brick homes and from people planning a wall, a walk or an outdoor kitchen. Here's how we handle both, and why it matters for your house.
The cause found before the fix
Before we touch a cracked wall, I look for what's behind it, like water getting in, settling or the wrong mortar from an old repair. A patch that skips the cause usually means paying twice.
The owner on every job
I come out to look at every job and work alongside our crew on it, so what we talked about at your estimate is what gets built, with nobody in between.
Repairs that fit the house
We pick mortar and materials to suit what's already on your house, color and texture included, so a repair on older brick or stone looks like it belongs there.
Honest about what's ours to fix
Some jobs call for someone else first, like an engineer on a foundation that's still moving, and I'll tell you so before you spend anything with us. If you'd like me to take a look, call (334) 780-0060.
How a masonry job with us works, start to finish
Here's what happens once you call or send the form, from our first reply to walking the finished job with you.
Call or send the form
Call (334) 780-0060 or send the form with a few lines about what you're seeing or what you're planning. We reply within one business day to find a time for me to come out to your house. There's no pressure at this stage, just a conversation about the job.
I look it over and send an estimate
I come to your house, look the job over and ask a lot of questions, like when the crack showed up, what's changed since and what you have in mind. Then I send a free estimate that says what we'll do and why, with no obligation to hire us.
We do the work
When the job needs a permit, we check with the office that covers your address and take care of the paperwork, so you're not sorting it out yourself. Then our crew and I do the work, matching materials to your house and cleaning up as we go.
We walk it with you
When we're finished, I walk the job with you, show you what we did and explain anything you'd like to understand, from the new joints to how water runs off a new wall. If something doesn't look right to you, that's the time to say so.
Tell us about the masonry job you have in mind
Send the form or use our contact page, and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I'll come out, look the job over and send a free estimate, with no obligation to hire us.
(334) 780-0060- Based in
- Auburn, AL 36830
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 7 AM–10 PM, Sat–Sun: 8 AM–9 PM
Brick, stone and block work
Examples of the trade, from repointed brick and laid stone to paver walks, block walls and outdoor kitchens, to help you picture the finish you want.
About our masonry business and how it started
I started United Auburn Concrete and Masonry in Auburn, AL in 2020, after learning the masonry trade handing brick to my dad on his jobs. We're licensed and insured, we offer 16 services, and we work across Auburn and the cities around it. I like the jobs where something's gone wrong and nobody's sure why, and you can read more about me and how we work.
- services
- 16
- service areas
- 7
- founded
- 2020
- 6 years in business
Masonry on Auburn homes, old and new
Auburn is our home city, and the houses here range from older brick homes with worn joints and aging chimneys to newer places where owners want a wall, a walk or somewhere to cook outside. For a break from yard projects, there's Kiesel Park, the city's largest park, with a garden, a pond and a walking trail, and Chewacla State Park is a short drive from the Auburn-Opelika area, with a lake, a swimming area, cabins and trails for hiking and mountain biking.
If your house is in one of Auburn's designated historic districts, some exterior work that may be visible from the street in front of it needs a Certificate of Appropriateness from the city, though work the city's staff counts as routine maintenance doesn't. On an older brick house, I check whether that applies before we start, and we pick materials that suit the house so the repair looks like it belongs.
Service areas around Auburn, Alabama
United Auburn Concrete and Masonry is based in Auburn, Alabama, and works across the cities around it, including Opelika and Smiths Station. The 7 cities below each have their own page, and if your city isn't on the list, give us a call and ask.
Questions about masonry in Auburn, AL
How much does masonry work cost in Auburn, AL?
There's no single price, because a few loose bricks and a wall that's still moving are very different jobs, and so are a short brick walk and a stone outdoor kitchen. On repairs, matching older brick and mortar takes more time. On new work, natural stone and brick usually cost more than block or pavers.
Do you charge to come look at a masonry job in Auburn?
No, our estimates are free, done at your home and come with no obligation to hire us. The estimate spells out what we'd do and why, so you can see what you'd be paying for before you decide.
How long does a masonry project take in Auburn?
It depends on the size of the job, whether it needs a permit and how long it takes to find brick or stone that matches yours. Mortar and concrete also need time to set before anything heavy goes on them, and I'll tell you how the timing looks when I send your estimate.
Does a masonry contractor need a business license in Auburn, AL?
Yes, anyone doing business in Auburn, contractors included, needs a City of Auburn business license before starting work, and it's renewed every year. The city also expects everyone on a job site to work for a licensed contractor or hold their own Auburn contractor license, so it's fair to ask whoever you hire.
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Auburn, AL?
It depends on the job, so it's worth checking before any work starts. The city's Codes department issues building permits for building a structure, and under the city's permit list ordinary repairs need none, but cutting into walls or beams doesn't count as an ordinary repair. I'll check what your job needs.
Do you guarantee your masonry work in Auburn?
Yes, our promise on every job is "Your satisfaction, guaranteed." Your estimate says what we'll do and why before we start, so you know what you're getting and can hold us to it.
What mortar should be used to repair an older brick house?
Usually a mortar that's no harder than the brick around it, because older brick is often softer than today's and hard modern mortar can make it crack or flake. We match the strength and the color to what's already on your house.
How can I tell if my Auburn property is in a floodplain?
Check the city's Flood Map, which shows how the floodplain affects a property. The flood maps for the Lower Tallapoosa Watershed recently changed, so it's worth looking again before you plan a retaining wall or foundation work, even if you checked a while back.
Auburn, AL
Planning masonry work in Auburn? Let me take a look.
Cracks are easier to read before anyone patches over them, so call (334) 780-0060 or send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set up a free on-site estimate.