Brick and stone stoops, front steps and porch bases rebuilt or repaired so they are safe, level and welcoming.
Front steps and porches take a beating. Rain, freezing temperatures, de-icing salts and heavy daily use cause cracks, loose treads and sinking. Worn steps are both an eyesore and a trip hazard. A solid, handsome stoop is one of the best welcomes a house can give.
We repair or rebuild stoops, steps and porch bases in brick and stone. Where steps are sound, we repoint and reset treads. Where they have settled or crumbled, we take them apart, build a new footing and base and rebuild so they stay level for years. Railings, lighting and non-slip surfaces can be added. Because the front entry is the first thing guests notice and the last thing you step on when leaving, we treat it with extra care, checking each tread for level and each joint for solid mortar before we call it done.
Water gets under treads and freezes, pushing them out of place. Poor footings and missing drainage cause sinking and cracking.
Resetting loose treads and repointing is often enough. Badly settled steps need a new base and a full rebuild.
Even risers and a slightly sloped, textured tread keep steps safe. Handrails are added where height or rules call for them.
Brick and stone porch bases and columns can be repaired and repointed or rebuilt to match the house.
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BeforeAfterConsistent risers and treads.
Stops sinking.
The right fix for the damage.
Slope and drainage.
Brick or stone.
Added where helpful.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
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You tell us about the wall, chimney, patio or idea and the timeline, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We walk the property, look closely at the masonry, show brick and stone samples and talk through the layout.
We measure everything, write a proposal and coordinate any association approvals or permits.
We mark the work area, protect lawns and plants, excavate and set footings and bases.
Our masons lay brick, stone and block by hand, checking level, plumb and spacing at every stage.
We tool the joints, clean the faces, walk the project with you, share care tips and leave the site clean.
Settling or a failed footing is the most common cause.
Yes, when the base is solid.
They can be. Have them checked, especially if treads are loose.
Often yes. We look for salvaged or similar brick.
Most steps are finished in a few days plus curing time.
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