Trusted masonry contractor in Macon GA - repairs that go after the cause, not the crack
Brickworks Macon Concrete and Masonry fixes cracked brick, leaking chimneys and foundation cracks in Macon and nearby cities like Warner Robins and Milledgeville. We also redo worn mortar on Macon's older brick homes and build new walls and walkways.
- Fully licensed and insured.
- Free in-person estimates.
- We respond within 1 business day.
Brick, block and stone work
Masonry contractor in Macon GA: what we fix and build
Brickworks Macon Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor in Macon, GA, with 16 services covering brick, block, stone and concrete. Most calls start with a crack that keeps spreading, a chimney that leaks or a wall, walk or driveway someone wants built. The price usually turns on how far the damage runs, which you often can't see until we look closely, along with the material, how hard the spot is to reach and whether a permit is needed. The schedule turns on those same things and on how long any permit review takes. Your estimate gives you the figure for your own job, with the materials and steps written out.
Foundation repair
Cracks in a brick or block foundation usually mean something is moving. We find what's pushing or settling it, then repair the wall along with the cause.
Chimney repair
Chimney still leaking after a patch or two? We trace where water gets in, then rebuild the cap, joints or brick letting it through.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing fills worn joints with mortar matched to the brick, then adds a thin contrasting line so an old wall's joints look sharp and even again.
Brick repair
Cracked, chipped or loose bricks get cut out and replaced with brick matched as closely as we can to the color and size of yours.
Driveway pavers
A paver driveway is laid over a dug-out, packed base, so a section can be lifted and reset later instead of torn out and poured again.
Retaining wall construction
What holds a sloped yard in place? A block or stone retaining wall, built on a solid footing with drainage behind it so water doesn't push it over.
Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone homes, we bring tired walls, steps and trim back with gentle cleaning and careful repairs that keep the house's original look.
Fireplace installation
We build brick and stone fireplaces, from the hearth on the floor to the surround around the opening, laid out to suit your room and the chimney above.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is a thin layer of real or manufactured stone that gives a front wall, chimney or column the look of solid stone.
Concrete block walls
Our crew lays concrete block walls for garages, sheds and property lines, with steel and grout in the hollow cores wherever the wall needs extra strength.
Foundation block wall installation
Building an addition or replacing a crawl space wall? We lay block foundation walls on a proper footing, square and level, ready for the framing on top.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
Outdoor kitchens start with masonry. We build the brick, block or stone grill island, counters and seating walls that frame where you cook and gather.
Walkway construction
We build brick, stone and concrete walkways from the drive to the door, laid on a packed base and sloped slightly so water runs off.
Brick wall installation
Want a brick garden wall, screen wall or entry pillars? We build them on a proper footing, with brick and mortar chosen to go with your house.
Stone masonry
We lay natural stone by hand for walls, steps and columns, and repair older stonework without tearing out the parts that are still sound.
Brick pointing
Is the mortar between your bricks crumbling or sandy to the touch? We rake out loose joints and repack them with fresh mortar to keep water out of the wall.
How a job goes, from call to walkthrough
Call or send the form
Call (478) 309-1109 or fill out the form, and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I come out myself and look at the whole job and what's around it, down to the gutters and downspouts. Then I tell you what I think is going on and why.
Get a written estimate
You get a free estimate that spells out the materials and each step, with no obligation to go ahead. If the job needs a permit, we handle the application and inspections with the city or county office, and if your home is in a historic or downtown district, we'll help you through the review before work starts.
The crew builds, then we walk it
A lead mason and our crew do the work, and I check in on it along the way. When it's done, I walk the finished job with you and go over what we did and why before we call it finished.
What you can count on, start to finish
Have a crack or a project in mind? Send us the details and I'll come take a look.
We find the cause before we fix the crack
A crack is usually a sign of something else, like water, settling or the wrong mortar, so we work out what's behind it before we touch it. A repair that skips the cause just shows up again.
The owner sizes up every job
I look at every job myself, so the person who sized it up is the same one answering your questions while it's built. You won't be explaining your house twice to two different people.
An estimate you can compare line by line
Your estimate lists the materials and the steps for your job, so you can set it beside another contractor's and see what each one actually includes. If a line doesn't make sense, ask me and I'll explain why it's there.
Gentle with older brick and stone
We're used to older brick and stone homes, so we clean with gentle methods and cut out damaged brick by hand rather than reaching for the fastest tool. Taking it slower keeps a repair from doing more harm than the damage it's fixing.
Masonry questions, answered plainly
How much does brick or chimney repair cost in Macon, GA?
It depends on what's behind the damage, so we price a repair after looking at it rather than over the phone. A chimney high on a steep roof costs more to reach than a low garden wall, and matching older brick or rebuilding instead of patching both add to it. Your estimate gives you the figure for your own job.
What affects the cost of a new retaining wall, walkway or paver driveway?
Size, material and the site set most of it, with natural stone costing more than block, concrete or pavers and a sloped or tight spot taking more digging and base work. A wall that needs a footing and drainage behind it adds cost, while a simple layout keeps it lower.
How long does a masonry repair or new wall take in Macon?
It depends on the size of the job, whether it needs a permit and inspections, and what we find once the work is open. A small brick or mortar repair usually moves faster than a new wall that needs a permit. Ask about timing when I come out, and I'll tell you what your job's schedule turns on.
Does a masonry contractor need a license in Georgia?
Georgia's Secretary of State says a residential contractor can legally do the work only while holding an active license, so ask any contractor you're considering whether theirs is current. We're fully licensed and insured. In Macon-Bibb, building permits are issued only to the license holder, so a licensed contractor is also the one who can apply for yours.
What happens if you find more damage once the masonry work starts?
We stop, show you what we found and talk through what it changes for the work and the price before going further. Masonry hides things, like a settled footing or wet wood behind brick, and some of it only shows once a wall is open. You decide how to go ahead once you've seen it.
Do you guarantee your masonry work?
Yes, we back every job with satisfaction guaranteed on every job, small repairs and new walls alike. Some materials also carry a maker's warranty, which comes from the maker and not from us, and we'll go over what it covers with you.
What kind of mortar should be used on an old brick house?
Usually a softer mortar than the kind used on new brick, because mortar that's harder than old brick can crack and chip the bricks around it as the wall moves. We match the mortar to your brick's age and type, and to its color so the repair blends in.
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Macon?
Many jobs do, because Macon-Bibb requires a Building Permit for any construction over $2,500 and zoning compliance for all construction in the county. Fences and accessory buildings like sheds and garages need zoning compliance before they go up, too. For questions about your own project, the Macon-Bibb Building and Fire Safety Department answers permit questions at 478-803-0466.
Living and working in Macon
Macon sits along the Ocmulgee River, and Macon-Bibb County runs as one consolidated government, so permits and zoning here go through county offices. The Ocmulgee Heritage Trail follows both banks of the river for walking, biking and paddling, and it reaches into Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, where visitors walk the trails and see artifacts in the park's museum.
Carolyn Crayton Park, once Central City Park, is the city's largest and oldest park and the center of the Cherry Blossom Festival, and Amerson River Park holds forest, meadow and wetland trails inside a river oxbow. We're based in Macon and work across Middle Georgia, so the brick homes, walls and walkways in these neighborhoods are the kind of work our crew knows well.
Where we work in Middle Georgia
Brickworks Macon Concrete and Masonry is based in Macon, Georgia, and works across Middle Georgia, including Warner Robins, Perry, Milledgeville and the other cities listed here. These 7 areas have their own pages, but we take jobs in plenty of other nearby cities too, and we reply to every request within one business day.
ContactMasonry in Macon, since 2017
I started Brickworks Macon Concrete and Masonry in Macon in 2017, after learning the trade on a municipal crew fixing the old brick, block and stone people walk past every day. We're a fully licensed and insured masonry contractor offering 16 services, with 7 cities across Middle Georgia that have their own pages here. The hard puzzles are still my favorite part, like the wall that keeps cracking or the chimney that leaks after three patches. You can read more about us and how we work.
- Established
- 2017
- Years in business
- 9
- Services
- 16
- Areas served
- 7
Request a masonry estimate, free and on site
Send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set a time for me to come out. The estimate is free and there's no obligation. I'll look at the job, tell you what I think is causing the problem and write up the scope.
(478) 309-1109