Best Masonry Contractor in Billings MT - Brick Repairs and Walls That Hold Up

Stonecraft Billings Concrete and Masonry handles brick repair, chimney repair and foundation work in Billings and the cities around it, like Lockwood and Laurel. We also tuckpoint older brick homes and build retaining walls for sloped yards.

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Masonry contractor services in Billings, MT

Stonecraft Billings Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor in Billings, MT, handling 16 kinds of brick, block, stone and concrete work, from a few tired joints to a brand-new wall. The price mostly turns on how much of the masonry is actually damaged, how hard it is to reach and how closely the new mortar and stone have to match the old. The schedule turns on the size of the job, any permit paperwork and what we find once the old work is opened up. A few bad joints don't call for a new wall, and the free estimate on site tells you which one you've got.

Foundation repair
We repair cracked, bowing or settling block and brick foundation walls for homeowners who'd rather fix the problem now than chase it through the house later.
Chimney repair
Loose bricks at the roofline, or mortar washing out of the joints? We repair and rebuild chimney brick so the stack stays sound and sheds water.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing brings back a whole wall of old brick. We grind out the worn mortar and pack fresh mortar in, shaded and shaped to match.
Brick repair
We replace cracked, flaking or loose bricks one at a time, matching size and color, for walls where most of the brick is still good.
Driveway pavers
We install paver driveways in the pattern you pick, with edging along the sides so the pavers hold their lines when you park on them every day.
Retaining wall construction
What keeps a retaining wall standing? Drainage behind it and a solid footing below, and we build both in when we put up a wall on a sloped yard.
Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone that's worn all over, restoration brings back the joints, faces and details while keeping as much original material as the wall allows.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces in brick or stone, from the firebox where the fire sits to the face you see in the room.
Stone veneer installation
Want the look of stone without a solid stone wall? We set thin pieces of real or manufactured stone over your existing wall or foundation.
Concrete block walls
Concrete block walls for garages, sheds, privacy screens and yards, built with the footing and reinforcing a wall needs to stay straight.
Foundation block wall installation
Building an addition or a new garage? We lay block foundation walls on a proper footing, square and level, so the framing above starts out right.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the brick, block and stone structure of an outdoor kitchen, from the grill surround to the counter base, for backyards that get real use.
Walkway construction
A walkway is mostly about what's under it. We dig out, pack the base and lay brick, stone or pavers so the path stays even underfoot.
Brick wall installation
New brick walls for gardens, property lines and additions, laid with the joints tooled tight so they shed water from the first rain.
Stone masonry
Natural stone has to be fitted, not just stacked. We build and repair stone walls, steps and features, setting each piece so the weight carries down.
Brick pointing
Only a few joints gone soft? Brick pointing refills just those with mortar matched to the old and leaves the sound joints alone.

Why homeowners hire us for masonry in Billings

Most masonry trouble starts small and gets bigger in a hurry. Here's what you can count on from us, from the first look at your wall to the last joint.

You hear what it actually needs
I'd rather tell you a few bad joints need pointing than sell you a new wall. If the estimate comes in smaller than you braced for, that's the honest answer, not a sales trick. Plenty of mortar is just tired, not finished.
The estimator works on the job
I come out and write the estimate myself, and I'm usually on site working with our crew. What you hear in your driveway is what gets built, with no handoff to someone who never saw your wall.
Repairs that match the old work
New mortar that doesn't match sticks out like a patch on a good pair of jeans. We match mortar color, joint shape and stone to what's already there, so the repair sits right with the rest of your house.
Engineer needs flagged up front
Some jobs, like a badly bowed foundation wall, need an engineer as well as a mason. If yours does, we say so at the estimate instead of halfway through. Call (406) 318-2106 for a straight read on yours.

Our process from first call to final walk-through

It's four plain steps, from the first call to the walk-through at the end. Here's what happens at each one and what we'll ask you along the way.

Step 01
Call or send a note
Call (406) 318-2106 or use our contact form with a line or two about what's crumbling, leaking or leaning. Photos help if you have them handy. We get back to you within one business day to set a time to come look.
Step 02
On-site look and free estimate
I come out, look at the masonry and ask a few plain questions, like how long it's been doing this and where water gets in. Then you get a free estimate on site, with no obligation, so you can think it over without anyone leaning on you.
Step 03
We do the work
If you go ahead, we sort out any permit paperwork first and keep you posted on where it stands. Then our crew does the work, and I'm usually right there with them, so your questions get answered by someone who knows your job.
Step 04
Walk the finished job
Before we pack up, we walk the finished job with you. Point out anything you want explained, and ask whatever's on your mind while we're all standing in front of it. Then we clean up and leave you with masonry that fits what was already there.

About Stonecraft Billings Concrete and Masonry

The hidden parts done right
Footings, drainage and the backing behind a veneer disappear once we're done. They're also what decides how long the rest holds up, so they get our full attention before any brick goes on top.
Mortar that suits old brick
Older brick is often softer than today's mortar. Pack hard modern mortar into soft old brick and the brick cracks instead of the joint, so we mix mortar to suit the brick it's going into.
Cleanup is part of the job
Mortar dust and brick chips get picked up as we go, and the yard gets a final sweep at the end. Your lawn shouldn't look like it lost a fight with a wall.

How I run this business

I started out mixing mud and hauling block on a small crew, and I opened Stonecraft Billings Concrete and Masonry as a masonry contractor in Billings in 2021, five years ago now. We're licensed and insured. We're best known for careful repair work on older brick and for walls that stay where you put them. You can read more about our crew and how we work.

Masonry questions Billings homeowners ask us

How much does masonry repair cost in Billings?

There's no fair number until someone looks at it, because a few bad joints and a wall that's failing behind the face cost very different amounts. Reach matters too, since a chimney or a second story takes setup a ground-level wall doesn't. The estimate is free and done on site.

Is it cheaper to repair brick or replace the whole wall?

Repair is usually cheaper when the brick itself is sound and only the mortar or a few bricks have failed. Replacement starts making sense when the wall is leaning, bulging or coming apart behind the face.

How long does it take to repair or repoint a brick wall?

It depends mostly on how much of the wall needs work and whether the job needs a permit first. Opening up old masonry can also turn up more than the surface showed, so we give you our read on timing at the estimate.

Does a masonry contractor need a Billings business license to work on my house?

Yes, the City of Billings requires a business license from anyone doing business inside the city, even a contractor based somewhere else or licensed by another city. Working without one can bring violation notices, citations and court action. For our part, we're licensed and insured.

Will you file the permit for my masonry job in Billings?

Yes, when a job needs a permit we help with the paperwork and can file it for you. The city's Building Division takes every permit online, and we keep you posted on where yours stands.

Do you guarantee your masonry work?

Yes, satisfaction guaranteed on every job. The best time to raise anything is at the walk-through before we pack up, when the person who wrote your estimate is standing right there with you.

Is natural stone or manufactured stone veneer better for my house?

Natural stone usually wears better and holds its color, while manufactured stone is lighter and costs less, so it fits more walls without extra support. The right pick depends on the wall it's going on and the look you want, and we'll talk through both at the estimate.

What hours can construction crews work in Billings?

Billings Public Works says that, as a general rule, construction and yard work are exempt from noise limits between 7 am and 8 pm. Outside that window, the City Council has allowed waivers for special circumstances, such as construction before 7 am.

Masonry service areas around Billings, MT

Stonecraft Billings Concrete and Masonry is based in Billings, MT, and works across the cities around it, including Lockwood and Laurel. Those 3 cities have their own pages below, but they aren't the only places we work, so call if you're nearby.