Licensed Masonry Contractor in Odessa TX - Repairs that fix the cause, not the crack
Masoncraft Odessa Concrete and Masonry fixes cracked foundations, broken brick and worn mortar joints for homes in Odessa, Midland and the cities around them. We also repair chimneys worn down by years of West Texas wind and weather.
We repair brick, block, stone and foundations for homeowners and property owners in Odessa, and we build the walls, walkways and fireplaces they've been wanting.
Odessa is a West Texas city where brick, block and stone take a lot of wind and weather year after year. A lot of the calls we get are for homes that have been standing a while, with joints that have worn thin, brick that's cracked or a slab that's shifted. Off the clock, plenty of folks here walk the loop around the pond at Memorial Gardens Park or take the trail at Comanche Trail Park West, two of the city's park trails.
The city has a couple of places worth a slow afternoon, too. The Historic White-Pool House keeps a restored two-story Victorian farmhouse full of period pieces and family heirlooms, and the Ellen Noël Art Museum runs five galleries with exhibits that rotate. We're based here in Odessa, and on every job I come out to look myself and my crew does the work with me, so the person who sized up your problem is there when it gets fixed.
- Fully licensed and insured.
- Free quotes on site.
- Replies within 1 business day.
Why people in Odessa call us for masonryWe look before tearing out.
Got a crack or a loose brick you're wondering about? Tell us what you're seeing and I'll come take a look.
We find the cause
I come out myself and work out why the masonry failed, so you pay for the real problem. Your estimate explains what we'd do and why in plain words, so you can compare bids.
Sized to the problem
When a job turns out smaller than you feared, I'll say so plainly. We won't stretch a repair into something bigger than it needs to be, because I'd rather do a small job right.
You talk to me
I ran my own small shop before this, so I answer my own phone and you're not passed around. You hear from me from the first call through cleanup.
Masonry contractor services in Odessa, TX
Masoncraft Odessa Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor in Odessa, TX, with 16 services that run from fixing old brick and settled foundations to building new walls, walkways and fireplaces. The price usually turns on what's actually causing the damage, how much of it there is, how hard it is to reach and the material you pick. The schedule turns on the size of the job, the weather and whether a permit has to come through first. Your estimate is where you get our figure for your job, along with what I think is wrong and what we'd do about it.
Foundation repair
Seeing cracks in the brick above a door, or doors that started sticking? We find out why the foundation moved before we fix it, so you're paying to fix the cause.
Chimney repair
We repair cracked crowns, loose brick and failed mortar on chimneys, and we track down where water is getting in, since that's usually what started the trouble.
Tuckpointing
What is tuckpointing? It's raking out worn mortar joints and filling them with fresh mortar shaped to match, for brick that's still sound but whose joints are crumbling.
Brick repair
Cracked, flaking or loose bricks get cut out and replaced with the closest match we can find, once we've worked out what broke them in the first place.
Driveway pavers
We lay paver driveways on a packed base for homeowners who want more character than plain concrete, built to carry the weight of the cars parked on them.
Retaining wall construction
We build retaining walls that hold back soil on a sloped yard, with drainage behind the wall so water doesn't build up and push on it over time.
Masonry restoration
Have an older brick or stone house that's looking tired? We clean, repair and repoint it so it keeps its original character instead of getting covered up.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces in brick or stone for homeowners adding one to a living room or den, laid out to suit the room and the way you use it.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is a thin layer of real or manufactured stone set over an existing wall, for homeowners who want the look of stone without a solid stone wall.
Concrete block walls
We build concrete block walls for property lines, privacy and yard enclosures, set on a proper footing and left bare, stuccoed or capped to suit your place.
Foundation block wall installation
Building on a block foundation? We lay the concrete block walls a house, addition or garage sits on, square and level so everything on top lines up.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the masonry for outdoor kitchens, from the block base and counters to brick or stone facing, for backyards where you want to cook and sit outside.
Walkway construction
We build walkways in brick, stone or pavers from the driveway to the front door or across the backyard, set on a packed base so they stay even underfoot.
Brick wall installation
Want a brick garden wall, privacy wall or entry wall? We build them on a solid footing, with brick and mortar picked to go with your house.
Stone masonry
We lay natural stone for walls, steps, columns and accents, cutting and fitting each piece by hand so the joints sit tight and the stone reads right.
Brick pointing
Brick pointing is filling and shaping the face of the mortar joints, a lighter job than full tuckpointing, for brick where the joints have only started to wear.
How a job goes with usFrom first call to cleanup.
You reach out
Call (432) 280-0058 or send the form, and you'll hear back from us within one business day. Tell us what you're seeing, even if it's just a hairline crack.
I come look
I come out myself, look the job over and ask what you've noticed, like when the crack showed up or whether it gets worse after a storm.
Your written estimate
I write up a free estimate that says what I think is causing the problem and what we'd do about it. There's no pressure and no obligation to go ahead.
Permits and the work
Once you say go, we handle any permit step with the office that covers your address and tell you where it stands. Then my crew and I do the work.
Cleanup and walk-through
We clean up, then walk the finished job with you and explain what we did and why, so you know what to keep an eye on after we leave.
Brick, block and stone work
Masonry questions from Odessa homeownersStraight answers before we start.
How much does masonry repair cost in Odessa, TX?
It depends on what's causing the damage and how much of it there is, so I give you a figure after I've looked at the job in person. A few cracked bricks on a sound wall is a small job, while brick that cracked because the ground moved means fixing what's underneath too. Send us a few details and I'll come take a look.
Is it cheaper to repair a brick wall or replace it?
Repairing usually costs less, and in most cases I'd rather fix the part that failed than tear out a wall that's mostly sound. Replacing makes more sense when a wall has moved too far or the brick itself is failing all over, and the estimate says which one I'm recommending and why.
How long does a brick or foundation repair take?
It comes down to the size of the job, the weather and whether a permit has to come through first, and I'll talk through your schedule when I give you the estimate. Repointing a few joints or swapping out some brick goes quicker than foundation work or a new wall, because there's more to dig, set and let cure.
Is Masoncraft licensed and insured to do masonry work in Odessa?
Yes, we're fully licensed and insured. The city also requires contractors to register with it before it will issue a permit, so that's a fair question to put to anyone bidding your job.
How do you figure out why my brick wall is cracking?
I start by looking at where the cracks run and asking what you've noticed, because the pattern usually points to the cause. Stair-step cracks along the mortar often mean something moved underneath, while flaking on the face of the brick points more toward water. If it isn't clear from the outside, I'll tell you what would settle it before you spend money on a fix.
Do you guarantee your masonry work?
Yes, our work is satisfaction guaranteed. The best way I know to keep it that way is to fix the cause instead of patching over it, because a patch over a problem usually comes back.
What kind of mortar do you use to repair old brick in Odessa?
We match the new mortar to the old brick and joints as closely as we can, because mortar that's harder than the brick can make the brick crack and flake. The city's code rates weathering here as moderate and puts the frost line at 12 inches, which is part of what we weigh when we pick a mortar and set a footing.
Do I need a permit for a brick wall or other masonry work in Odessa, TX?
Sometimes, and the city's Building Inspection Division is the office that decides, since it issues permits and inspects construction in Odessa. A fence or other barrier next to or within 25 feet of a street needs a fence permit, and so does one along a property line next to an alley, which is worth knowing before you plan a brick or block fence. You can call the division at 432-335-3214 with questions about a residential permit.
About Masoncraft Odessa Concrete and Masonry
Masoncraft Odessa Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Odessa, TX, and we've been at it since 2013. I ran a small engine repair shop before I learned masonry under an experienced mason here, which is probably why I still like working out why a wall cracks or a chimney leaks. We're fully licensed and insured, and we offer 16 masonry and concrete services across Odessa and the cities around it. You can read more about how we got started.
Tell us what's going on with your masonry
I read what you send and get back to you myself, then come out to look at the job and write up what I see. There's no obligation to go ahead once you have it.
- Phone
- (432) 280-0058
- Location
- Odessa, TX 79761
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 7 AM–11 PM, Sat–Sun: 6 AM–10 PM
Where we work
Masoncraft Odessa Concrete and Masonry is based in Odessa, TX, and we work in West Odessa and Midland along with the other cities listed here, five in all. We also take jobs in other cities around them, so ask if yours isn't on the list.