Masonry Contractor in Longview, TX - Repairs That Fix the Cause
Superior Longview Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Longview, TX. We repair brick, mortar, chimneys and leaning walls on older houses, and build new walls, walkways, fireplaces and outdoor kitchens across the city.
- Fully licensed and insured.
- Free in-person estimates.
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Longview houses and what they ask of a mason
Most of our Longview calls come from brick houses that have stood long enough for the mortar to wear thin, the chimney to start losing its top courses or a garden wall to lean. We also hear from plenty of homeowners planning something new, like a block wall along the back line, a walkway to the front door or an outdoor kitchen off the patio. Because we're based here, what we find on one job we've usually seen a few streets over.
We do the same work in Kilgore and Marshall, but in Longview the older brick sets the pace. Old brick doesn't take well to a hard modern patch, so we match the mortar to the brick and fix whatever let the water in or the wall move before we lay anything new.
Masonry services for Longview homes
When brick cracks above a window or doors start sticking in an older Longview house, we find what's moving underneath before we touch the brick.
Chimneys catch more weather than the walls below, so cracked crowns and loose top courses are common calls here. We rebuild only what's failing.
On older brick houses, mortar joints wear back before the brick does, so we grind out the soft joints and pack in fresh mortar that matches.
Cracked or flaking brick on a Longview house usually points to water or movement, so we deal with that first, then swap the bad brick for a match.
Pavers set on a packed base suit Longview driveways that need a fresh look, because a broken paver lifts out and gets replaced without tearing up the rest.
When a yard slopes toward the house or a bed keeps washing onto the walk, a retaining wall with drainage behind it holds the ground in place.
For older brick and stone that's worn but sound, we clean, repoint and repair it so the wall looks right again without tearing out what still works.
We build masonry fireplaces for Longview living rooms and patios, laying the firebox, hearth and surround as one job sized to the space.
Stone veneer, a thin layer of stone set over a wall, dresses up a plain Longview front, porch columns or a chimney without the weight of full stone.
Concrete block walls make sturdy property lines, privacy screens and backing for veneer, and we fill and reinforce the cores where the wall has to carry load.
Under an addition, a garage or a pier-and-beam house that needs new support, we lay block foundation walls level and square so everything above sits right.
For Longview backyards built around cooking outside, we build the brick or stone base for your grill, counters and storage, set on a solid footing.
A brick or stone walk from the drive to the door, or out to the back gate, replaces a worn path with a surface pitched to shed water.
New brick garden walls, screen walls and entry pillars can match the brick on your house, and we pick the mortar color with you before we start.
Natural stone suits steps, low walls and planters that should last, and we fit each piece by hand so the joints are tight and the work looks settled.
When mortar has cracked or fallen out in one spot, like under a window, we repoint just those joints instead of the whole wall.
Get a free written estimate for your Longview job
Send the form and we'll get back to you within one business day to set a visit. I come out myself, and the on-site estimate is free and written, with no pressure to book.
(903) 309-1954- Based in
- Longview, TX 75601
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 6 AM–9 PM, Sat–Sun: 8 AM–10 PM
Working in Longview: permits, contractors and what sets the price
Building permits in Longview come through the city's Development Services department and its Building Inspection division, and the city won't process or review a permit until it's paid, so a job that needs one can't start until the fee is in and the review is done. Contractors the city's code lists or the State of Texas regulates also have to register with Development Services before they apply for a permit or start work, so it's fair to ask anyone you're thinking of hiring where they stand. We're fully licensed and insured, and if your job needs a permit we handle the paperwork with the city, set up the inspections and tell you if anything needs your signature.
The price here mostly turns on how much has to come out before anything goes back, how closely we can match old brick and mortar, how far the crew carries material from the drive and whether there's a footing to dig. The schedule turns on the permit if there is one, getting matching brick in and dry days for the mortar to set, and the written estimate I give you after measuring spells out your own figure. We work the cities around Longview the same way, so if you're in White Oak or another city nearby, we handle the job with that city's office.
Why Longview houses keep needing masonry work
Older brick houses wear in the same few places. Garden and retaining walls start to lean once the drainage behind them clogs, cracks open where a wall has moved, and every one of those spots lets water into the brick behind it. That's how a small repair turns into rebuilding a chimney top or a section of wall, so I trace where the water or movement starts before I price a fix.
Some roads, intersections and underpasses in Longview are prone to flood when a flash flood comes through, and on lots near those low spots water can stand against a foundation wall or footing. On those properties we pitch walks and patios away from the house and build drainage behind retaining walls before we lay the first course.
How a masonry job runs when you call us in Longview
Here's how a job goes from your first call to the final walk-through, and what you'll get at each step.
Call or send a message
Call (903) 309-1954 or send the form and tell us what you're seeing, and a phone photo of the crack helps. We'll set a day for me to come out.
I come out and look
I look at the job myself, take measurements and photos, and show you what I think is causing the problem. You get the price in writing, so you can think it over and decide on your own time.
We handle permits and build
Once you say go, we take care of any permit the job needs and set up the inspections, and we'll tell you if anything needs your signature. I work on site alongside our crew, so the person who looked at your job is there while it gets built.
Walk the finished job together
Before we pack up, we walk the work with you, explain what we did and why, and leave your yard clean. Satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
Questions about masonry work in Longview
How do I get a building permit for masonry work in Longview, TX?
If we're doing the work, we pull any permit the job needs and set up the inspections for you. Homeowners pulling their own permit on a homestead-exempt house contact the city's Development Services department in person or by phone, because the city's online permit portal is set up for contractors and design professionals. Either way, the permit has to be paid before the city reviews it.
Do contractors have to register with the City of Longview before starting work?
Yes, contractors listed in the city's code or regulated by the State of Texas have to register with Development Services before they apply for a permit or start any work. Registration renews every year, and residential contractor registration calls for a surety bond of at least $25,000.00 with the city named as certificate holder. Asking a contractor about their registration before work starts is a fair question.
What building codes apply to home projects in Longview?
Longview's updated building codes took effect July 1, 2026, and include the International Building Code and the International Property Maintenance Code. For houses, the city lists the International Residential Code and the International Existing Building Code under proposed amendments, so check with Building Inspection on what applies to your job. City building staff go over code requirements with homeowner builders before a permit is issued.
How do I find out if my Longview property is in a floodplain?
The city's interactive FEMA Flood Plain Hazards map shows floodplain and floodway areas and marks properties that received earlier flood mitigation determinations. You'll find it through the city's Floodplain Administrator, who reviews and inspects all construction in and next to floodplains against the city's flood rules and FEMA's. If your lot is on that map, tell us when you call so we can plan for that review.
How much does masonry repair cost in Longview, TX?
There's no set price for masonry repair in Longview, because we price each job after I've seen what's causing the damage and how much has to be rebuilt. Repointing a few joints and rebuilding a chimney top are very different jobs, and a patch that skips the cause usually means paying for the repair twice. If a city permit is involved, card payments to the city carry a service fee that paying by cash or check at the office avoids.
What causes mortar to crumble on older brick houses in Longview?
Mortar on older brick usually crumbles because it has reached the end of its life and water has been getting into the joints for years. The other common cause is an old patch done with mortar harder than the brick, which makes the wall crack through the brick instead of the joint. We grind out the bad mortar and repoint with a mix that suits your brick, so the joints wear before the brick does.
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Cracked mortar lets in a little more water every time it rains, so catching it early usually keeps the repair small.