Need masonry in Staten Island NY done right? R & L General Contractors Masonry Inc. is the masonry company in Staten Island NY that local homeowners trust for steps, walls, chimneys and brick repair. If you are searching for a masonry contractor near me, our EPA certified masonry services start with a free estimate.
When a step cracks, a wall starts to lean or mortar falls out of the joints, you want a crew that shows up fast. Our yard is on Staten Island, so we reach most homes from Tottenville to St. George the same week you call. We handle all brick and stone masonry for homes and small businesses:
Our masonry repair in Staten Island NY covers cracked bricks, loose caps, spalling stone and worn mortar. For older homes, our masonry restoration work matches the color and texture of your existing brick so the fix blends in. Every job ends with a full cleanup, and you get a written price before we start.
Staten Island chimneys take a beating from salt air, freeze and thaw cycles and heavy rain off the bay. Once water gets into the mortar, bricks loosen and leaks show up inside your walls. Catching it early keeps a small repair from turning into a full rebuild. Our chimney masonry repair in Staten Island NY includes:
For older brick chimneys, our masonry restoration keeps the original look while making the structure solid again. The masonry repair cost Staten Island NY homeowners pay depends on height, roof access and how many bricks need work, so we climb up, take photos and show you exactly what we found. That honest approach is why neighbors call us the best masonry contractor on the Island.
Masonry is building with single units such as brick, concrete block or natural stone, set in mortar to form one solid structure. It is one of the strongest and longest lasting ways to build, which is why so many Staten Island homes have brick fronts, block foundations and stone steps. There are three main types:
Clay bricks laid in mortar for walls, chimneys and front facades.
Concrete blocks for foundations, garages and retaining walls.
Natural stone for steps, veneer and garden walls.
Good masonry can last 50 to 100 years. The mortar is the weak point, so repointing every 20 to 30 years keeps water out and keeps the wall strong.
Masonry prices change with the size of the job, the material and how hard the area is to reach. Here are typical ranges New York City homeowners see:
per square foot
Scaffolding can add 20 to 30 percent on taller buildings, and facade work is priced by height and access. The only way to know your exact price is a site visit, and ours is free.
R & L General Contractors Masonry Inc. is a second generation company based at 80 Sand Ln on Staten Island. Our 16 person crew is licensed, insured and EPA certified, so we can work safely on older homes with lead paint. We started in masonry and grew into roofing, paving, waterproofing and full renovations, but brick and stone are still the heart of what we do. With 61 Google reviews from local homeowners, we earn work the old way: show up on time, clean up every day and stand behind the job. See where else we work on our Areas We Serve page.
Masonry construction stacks brick, block or stone in rows and bonds them with mortar. Each layer locks into the one below, creating walls, steps and chimneys that carry heavy loads for decades.
Brick masonry uses uniform clay units fired in a kiln and laid in neat patterns. Stone masonry uses natural stone in varied shapes, which costs more but gives a rugged look that lasts even longer.
Small repairs in Staten Island often run $300 to $800, and chimney repointing runs about $1,000 to $3,500. Walls, steps and facades are priced after a free site visit.
Pick a licensed and insured contractor with local reviews and photos of past jobs. Ask for a written estimate, a clear timeline and the name of the person running your job every day.
Cracked mortar, loose bricks, spalling stone and water stains are the most common. Repointing, brick replacement and sealing fix most of them before the damage spreads deeper into the wall.
Working outside Staten Island? See every neighborhood we cover on our Areas We Serve page.
Call (347) 552-0957 or email rnlmasonry@gmail.com. Send a photo and we will give you a rough idea before we even visit.