Quality Masonry Contractor in Huntsville AL - Sound Mortar and Walls That Drain Right
Capstone Huntsville Concrete and Masonry does tuckpointing, brick repair and retaining walls in Huntsville and the cities around it, including Madison and Decatur. We also rebuild crumbling chimneys on older brick houses and fix cracked foundation block walls.
- Licensed and fully insured.
- Free estimates at your property.
- We respond within 1 business day.
Masonry contractor work in Huntsville, AL
Capstone Huntsville Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor in Huntsville, AL, handling 16 kinds of brick, block, stone and concrete work, from crumbling mortar and cracked foundations to new walls, walkways and paver driveways. The price usually comes down to the size of the job, how much damage has to come out, the material you pick, how easy the spot is to reach and what goes under or behind the work, like the base and drainage. The schedule mostly turns on the weather, how soon materials come in and whether the job needs a permit first. I come out, look at your job and follow up with a free written quote, so the figure you get is for your house.
Foundation repair
Seeing stair-step cracks in block or brick, or doors that stick? We find what's moving under your house and repair the foundation wall so it carries the load.
Chimney repair
For homeowners with loose bricks, a cracked cap or crumbling mortar up top, we repair or rebuild the chimney above the roofline so it sheds water again.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing means grinding out worn mortar joints and packing in fresh mortar matched to your brick. It's the fix for older brick homes with sandy, recessed joints.
Brick repair
Chipped or spalling bricks, where the face flakes off, let water into the wall. We cut out the bad ones and set in the closest match we can find.
Driveway pavers
We build paver driveways on a deep, packed gravel base with edging that holds the pavers in line, so they carry the weight of your cars.
Retaining wall construction
Retaining walls hold back a slope and give you flat, usable yard. We build them in block or stone, with the drainage behind them planned from the start.
Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone that's stained, cracked or patched over the years, we clean, repair and repoint it with mortar suited to the old brick.
Fireplace installation
A new masonry fireplace, indoors or out, starts with a sound firebox and hearth. We lay the surround in brick or stone to suit the room or patio.
Stone veneer installation
Want the look of stone without a full stone wall? We set thin stone veneer over block, concrete or framed walls, with the backing and flashing it needs.
Concrete block walls
Concrete block is the strong, plain choice for garden walls, privacy walls and outbuildings. We pour a footing and add steel in the hollow cores where the wall needs it.
Foundation block wall installation
Building an addition or a new crawl space? We lay the foundation block walls on a level footing, with waterproofing and drainage on the outside before backfill.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
Outdoor kitchen masonry is the block, brick or stone base that holds your grill, counters and sink. We build it on a solid footing so it sits level.
Walkway construction
A walkway gets you from the drive to the door on firm, even footing. We lay them in brick, pavers or stone over a packed base that drains.
Brick wall installation
Need a garden wall or entry columns in brick? We lay brick walls on a poured footing, with brick and joints chosen to go with your house.
Stone masonry
Stone masonry is natural stone laid by hand for walls, steps and columns. We pick and fit each piece for its spot before it's set in mortar.
Brick pointing
Brick pointing fills cracked or missing mortar joints in spots, before water gets behind the brick. It suits walls that are mostly sound but showing wear.
Reasons Huntsville homeowners hire our crew
Most masonry problems start in the parts nobody looks at, so that's where we put our attention. Here's what you can expect when you hire us.
The owner comes out to estimate
I sold brick, block and stone before I ever laid it, and I do the estimates myself. You'll hear what your job needs and what it doesn't, because I'd rather lose a job than sell you work you don't need.
Estimates you can compare fairly
Our written estimate spells out the base, the drainage and the mortar, the parts under and behind the work that you won't see once we leave. That lets you line it up against other bids item by item.
Mortar suited to older brick
Older brick is often softer than today's mortar, and hard mortar packed into old joints can crack the brick around it. We match the mortar to your brick, which is the work we're best known for.
Drainage done before the wall
When a retaining wall leans or bulges, water trapped behind it is usually the reason. We put in the gravel and drain behind the wall before the face goes up, because that hidden part decides how well it holds.
How a masonry job runs, from call to walk-through
Here's what happens after you reach out, from the free estimate at your property to the final walk-through. We reply within one business day.
Call or send a note
Call (256) 417-4326 or fill out the form with a few lines about the job and your address. We get back to you within one business day to set a time to come look. If your city isn't named on our site, call and ask anyway.
I look it over and write it up
I come out, look the job over, take photos and tell you what I see while we're standing there together. Then you get a free written estimate with no obligation, so you can compare it, ask questions or sleep on it before you decide.
Permits first, then the work
If you go ahead, I check the permit and historic district steps with the office that covers your address, and we handle the permit when the job needs one. Then our crew lead runs the work on site with our masons and answers your questions as we go.
We walk the finished job
When the work is done, I walk the finished job with you myself, so you can see the joints, the edges and the cleanup up close. Ask about anything that doesn't look right to you while we're both looking at it. Satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
Tell us about the masonry job you have in mind
Send the form here or reach us through our contact page, and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I come out, look at the job and follow up with a free written quote, with no obligation.
- Based in
- Huntsville, AL 35801
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 6 AM–9 PM, Sat–Sun: 7 AM–9 PM
Brick, block and stone work
These photos show the kinds of brick, block, stone and paver work the masonry trade covers, from tight mortar joints to finished walls, steps and walkways.
About Capstone, a Huntsville masonry contractor
I started Capstone Huntsville Concrete and Masonry in 2021 after years of selling brick, block and stone, then learning to lay it on crews around Huntsville. Today we're a masonry contractor in Huntsville, AL, licensed and fully insured, and this site has pages for 10 of the cities we work in. We're best known for mortar work on older brick homes and for walls that need the drainage behind them done right. There's more on our about page, including how I look at a job and why.
Huntsville, where our crew is based
Huntsville is where we're based, and it's a city of older brick homes in its established neighborhoods and newer houses in the subdivisions spreading out from them. Most people here know Big Spring Park for its walking path and open green space, John Hunt Park for its ball fields, walking trail and festival grounds, and the Huntsville Botanical Garden, which is open year-round.
Away from the parks, a lot of what we see on jobs around the city is brick with worn mortar, chimneys weathered at the top, and walks and walls that need a sounder base. I learned the trade on crews around Huntsville, and our crew does the same work in the cities nearby, so the homes you'll find here are the ones we know.
Cities we serve around Huntsville, AL
Capstone Huntsville Concrete and Masonry is based in Huntsville, AL, and the 10 cities below each have their own page, including Madison and Decatur. If your city isn't listed, call and ask anyway, because these aren't the only places we work.
Questions about masonry work in Huntsville
How much does masonry work cost in Huntsville?
It depends on the job, so I don't put a number on it until I've seen the work. Tearing out damaged brick or mortar, rebuilding a base or adding drainage behind a wall all add cost, while a simple repair on sound brick keeps it down. The estimate is free and written, so you'll have a real figure to compare.
Is it cheaper to repair old brick or replace it?
Repair is usually cheaper when the bricks are sound and only the mortar is worn, because tuckpointing keeps the wall you already have. Rebuilding makes sense when bricks are cracked through, the wall leans or water has been getting in for a long time. I'll tell you plainly which one your wall needs.
How long does a masonry job take in Huntsville?
It depends on the size of the job, the weather and whether a permit is needed first, so I give you a schedule after I've seen the work. Mortar and concrete need dry, mild days to set right, so rain can move a start date.
Does a masonry contractor need a license in Huntsville?
Yes, the City of Huntsville requires anyone paid to do contractor work in the city to be licensed with its Inspection Department. The state Home Builders Licensure Board also counts anyone who builds, remodels or repairs a home on a job over $10,000, labor and materials included, as a residential home builder. Before you hire anyone, the city says to call the Inspection Department to check that they're licensed for your work.
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Huntsville?
Often, yes, because the city requires a building permit for work over $250 in material and labor, and for structural work at any cost. If you're not sure about your job, the city says to call the Inspection Department at 256-427-5331. We handle the permit when your job needs one.
Do you guarantee your masonry work?
Yes, satisfaction guaranteed on every job. Ask me about anything in your written estimate before you agree to it, so you know exactly what the work includes and what it doesn't.
Are pavers or concrete better for a driveway in Huntsville?
I'd pick pavers if you want a driveway you can fix in pieces, because a cracked or sunken paver can be lifted and reset while a cracked slab has to be patched or cut out. Concrete usually costs less up front. Either way, the packed base underneath decides how it holds up, and there's more on our driveway pavers page.
How do I find out if my Huntsville home is in a floodplain?
The city's floodplain page says to call its Engineering Department at 256-427-5300 or check the City Interactive Mapping. It matters because projects in a FEMA flood hazard area have to be submitted in person, and building permits there need a Flood Development Permit before anything else is approved.
Have a masonry job in Huntsville you want looked at?
Loose mortar and small cracks are usually cheaper to fix before water works behind them. Call (256) 417-4326 or send the form, and we'll reply within one business day.