Masonry Contractor in Tyler, TX - Brick Fixed Right and Walls That Hold a Slope
Superior Longview Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Longview that works in Tyler, TX, repairing brick, chimneys and foundations and building retaining walls, walkways, block walls and outdoor kitchens for Tyler homeowners.
- Fully licensed and insured.
- Free in-person estimates.
- We respond within 1 business day.
Tyler homes, from older brick to newer builds
Tyler gives us a wide mix of masonry calls. In the older parts of the city, it's mostly brick houses where the mortar has worn back, a chimney has started shedding brick or a garden wall has begun to lean. Out in the newer neighborhoods, people more often call about stone veneer, paver driveways, walkways and outdoor kitchens. We're based in Longview, and Tyler is one of the cities around it where we work.
Parts of Tyler sit on rolling, mildly hilly ground, so plenty of yards here slope toward the house or the street. That changes the job, because a wall or walkway on a slope has to stand up to the soil and water pushing against it, so we put as much care into what goes under and behind the masonry as into the brick you see.
Masonry services for Tyler houses and yards
On Tyler's older brick homes, cracks over a doorway or sticking windows often trace to the foundation, so we find what it's doing before patching anything.
A chimney stands exposed above the roof, so on older Tyler houses it's often the first place we find loose brick, a cracked crown or open joints.
When the mortar on an older Tyler brick home has worn back or gone sandy, we rake out the joints and pack new mortar matched to the old.
Cracked, flaking or loose bricks let water into the wall behind them, so we cut out the bad ones and set brick that matches your Tyler house.
Pavers suit Tyler's newer subdivisions and older lots alike, and on a sloped drive we build the base and edges so the stones stay put under your car.
On Tyler's hillier lots, a retaining wall turns a slope into usable yard, and we build in drainage behind it so the soil doesn't push it over.
For an older Tyler brick or stone house showing its age, we repair the brick, mortar and trim together rather than one crack at a time.
When you're adding a brick or stone fireplace to a Tyler home, we build the firebox, hearth and surround so they fit the room and the chimney above.
Stone veneer is a common upgrade on Tyler's newer houses, and we set it with the backing and weep gaps that let the wall behind it dry out.
For a sturdy privacy or property wall on a Tyler lot, we lay block on a proper footing and reinforce it so it holds its line.
When a Tyler house, garage or addition needs a block foundation, we lay the foundation walls level and square, because everything above depends on them.
Plenty of Tyler backyards have room for an outdoor kitchen, and we build the masonry base, counters and grill surround on a footing made for the weight.
On a sloped Tyler yard, a walkway needs steps or a gentle grade, and we set it so water runs off instead of pooling underfoot.
A new brick garden or screen wall can match the brick on your Tyler house, and we build it on a footing sized for its height.
For stone steps, columns or garden walls on a Tyler property, we fit each piece by hand so the joints stay tight and the work suits the house.
When only a few joints on your Tyler home have cracked or opened up, pointing fills them with fresh mortar before water works its way into the wall.
Get a free written estimate for your Tyler masonry job
We get back to you within one business day and set a time for me to come look at your Tyler property. The written estimate is free, and there's no obligation to book.
(903) 309-1954- Based in
- Longview, TX 75601
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 6 AM–9 PM, Sat–Sun: 8 AM–10 PM
What working inside Tyler city limits means for your job
Inside city limits, the City of Tyler issues the permits, and it requires one for every retaining wall, whatever the height. If you're not sure your property is inside the city, you can look it up on SmithCountyMapSite.org. Any contractor pulling a permit there has to be registered with the city's permit system, which means handing over their license and a certificate of insurance, so it's fair to ask whoever you hire if they're set up with Tyler. We're fully licensed and insured, and when your job needs a permit we handle the paperwork with the city, set up the inspections and tell you if anything needs your signature. Nothing gets built until that permit is issued, so the city's approval is usually what sets the start date.
Tyler is a regular drive for us from Longview, the same as Marshall and the other cities around it. What moves the price here comes down to a few things: how big and how tall the job is, the brick or stone you pick, how easy the spot is to reach, and how much damage turns up once old mortar or brick comes out. Beyond the permit, the schedule turns on finding brick that matches your house and on how much digging and drainage the ground needs first. Your written estimate gives you your own figure and what it covers.
What wears out masonry on Tyler properties
A lot of the brick houses we see in Tyler have stood long enough that the mortar is giving out before the brick does. You'll notice it as joints that look recessed or sandy, hairline cracks that climb the wall like stair steps, or a chimney that's lost a few bricks near the top. Step cracks can be nothing more than old mortar, or they can mean the foundation has moved, so I look at both before we pick up a trowel. Patching a crack without fixing what's pulling it apart usually just buys you the same crack back.
Then there's the ground. Parts of Tyler are mildly hilly, and a sloped yard pushes soil and water against anything built into it, which is why we see leaning garden walls and walkways that have heaved or sunk. On those jobs we deal with the drainage and the footing first, because a straight new wall on the same wet slope tends to start leaning the same way.
How a masonry job runs when you call us in Tyler
Here's how it goes from your first call to the walk-through at the end, so you know who you'll see and when.
Call or send the form
Call (903) 309-1954 or send the form with what you're seeing and where the property is. We set a time for the visit that works for you.
I come out and measure
I come out myself to look at the job, take measurements and photos, and explain what's likely causing the problem. You get a written estimate, so you see exactly what the work covers before you decide anything.
Permit first, then the work
If the job needs a permit, we wait for the city to issue it before anything starts. Then our crew does the work, and I'm on site working right alongside them.
Walk the finished job together
Before we pack up, we walk the finished job with you and clear the yard of mortar, brick scraps and tools. Satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
Questions about masonry work in Tyler
Do I need a permit to replace my driveway with pavers in Tyler, TX?
In Tyler, replacing a driveway needs a city permit only when the work replaces the approach, the stretch that connects your driveway to the street. The approach has to be at least four feet wide, meet city standards and let people walk safely across the sidewalk, and the plan has to be approved before work begins. If your paver job stops short of the approach, we still confirm that with the city before we dig.
Does a tall retaining wall in Tyler need an engineer?
Yes, in Tyler a retaining wall over four feet tall needs engineered plans signed and sealed by a licensed engineer. That's on top of the permit every retaining wall needs there, so a taller wall takes more lead time before we can build. I'll tell you at the estimate if your slope is pushing the wall past that height.
What affects the cost of masonry work in Tyler, TX?
On Tyler jobs, the local things that add cost are the slope, the drainage and footing a sloped yard needs, and the permit and any engineer's plans the city asks for. On older houses, matching worn brick and mortar color takes more time and sometimes more searching for brick. Your written estimate spells out which of these apply to your job.
How long is a building permit good for in Tyler?
A building permit in Tyler is good for six months from the day it's issued. City staff can extend it when work is active and inspections are being scheduled. We set up the inspections as the job moves along.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Tyler, TX?
No, the City of Tyler doesn't require a permit for a fence. Height limits still apply, and they depend on where the fence sits and how your property is zoned. If you're planning a brick or stone wall instead of a fence, ask us at the estimate and we'll check with the city how it's treated, since retaining walls do need a permit there.
How do I find water and sewer lines before digging in Tyler?
You can see water and sewer line locations on SmithCountyMapSite.org. The maps may be out of date, so confirm with city staff or call the city's Water Service Center at (903) 531-1182 before anyone digs. We check where the lines run before we set footings for a wall, walkway or outdoor kitchen.
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