Foundation repair
When a foundation wall cracks or bows, we find out why first, whether it's water, a settled footing or pressure from outside, then repair the block or concrete and the cause together.
Masonry contractor in Windsor, CO - brick repair and walls built from the ground up
Custom Loveland Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Loveland, CO, and we work in Windsor fixing worn brick and crumbling joints and building walls, walkways and fireplaces put together right from the ground up.
What masonry work in Windsor looks like for us
Windsor is just up the road from us in Loveland, and the calls we get there come in two kinds. On the older brick homes we see crumbled joints, loose chimney tops and steps that have settled, and in the newer subdivisions it's mostly retaining walls, paver driveways, walkways and backyard kitchens people have been meaning to get to. We do the same work over in Timnath and Severance too.
What moves the price is mostly how much has to come out before anything new goes in, how easy it is to get material to the spot, and whether old brick or stone has to be matched. The schedule turns on the size of the job, how long matching material takes to find, and whether Windsor needs a permit and inspections first. I'll come out, ask you a lot of questions and leave a written estimate with your own number and what it covers.
Fixing the cause first
A crumbled joint or a wall that's moved has a reason behind it, like water getting in or a weak base, and we fix that too so the repair holds.
I'm on site with the crew
I'm the one who comes out to look at the job and write the estimate, and I work alongside our masons, so whoever priced your job is there while it's built.
Permits checked on every job
On every job we check with the building department, and when a permit is needed we handle the application and set up the inspections, so you're not chasing paperwork.
Masonry work we do for Windsor homes
Chimney repair
Loose bricks, a cracked crown or gaps where the chimney meets the roof usually let water in from the top, so we rebuild what's failing above the roofline and seal it properly.
Tuckpointing
We grind out crumbled mortar joints to a steady depth and pack in fresh mortar matched to your brick's color, so the wall sheds water and looks like one piece again.
Brick repair
Cracked, chipped or flaking bricks come out one at a time and get replaced with the closest match we can find, so a repair on an older Windsor home doesn't stand out.
Driveway pavers
A paver driveway lasts as long as the base under it, so we dig out, lay and pack the gravel in layers before any paver goes down and lock the edges in.
Retaining wall construction
Walls that lean were usually short on base, drainage or both, so ours start with a packed footing and drain rock behind so water drains out instead of pushing on the wall.
Masonry restoration
On older brick and stone we clean with the gentlest method that works and repoint with softer mortar, because harsh washing and hard mortar can damage the very face you're saving.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces and surrounds in brick or stone and check clearances, the firebox and how it ties into the chimney, since those decide whether it draws well and burns safely.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is only as good as what's behind it, so we set it over the right backing with a path for water to drain, then lay the stone tight and even.
Concrete block walls
For garden, privacy and garage walls we lay block on a poured footing with steel and grout in the cores where the wall needs it, so it holds its line.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions and new foundations we lay block walls level and square on the footing, with reinforcing as the plans call for, since everything above sits on them.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the masonry shell of an outdoor kitchen, the base, counters and grill surround, in block, brick or stone, and leave room for the wiring or plumbing a licensed trade adds.
Walkway construction
We build walkways in pavers, brick, stone or concrete on a dug-out, packed base with a slight slope, so they stay even underfoot and rain runs off instead of pooling.
Brick wall installation
New brick walls, from garden and screen walls to a matching addition, go up on a proper footing with joints shaped to shed water and brick picked to suit your house.
Stone masonry
We lay natural stone for walls, steps, columns and garden features, fitting each piece by hand and setting it on a solid base so the weight sits where it should.
Brick pointing
When only a few joints have cracked or sunk back, spot pointing those areas with matched mortar usually stops the water before it reaches the brick, without redoing the whole wall.
A free written masonry estimate for your Windsor home
Send the form and we'll get back to you within one business day to set a time. I come out to your Windsor property myself and write up a free estimate, and there's no obligation to go ahead.
Everything in writing
Your estimate lists what the price covers in one place, so you can compare it with other bids and see exactly what you're paying for.
Questions before a number
I'll ask how long you've noticed the problem and what's changed, because the history of a crack or a wet wall usually tells me more than one look does.
Honest when it can wait
If a crack is old and hasn't moved, or the joints have a few good years left, I'll say so and you can spend the money elsewhere.
Permits and licenses for masonry in Windsor
These are the questions Windsor homeowners usually ask us about permits, licenses and timing before any masonry work starts.
Who handles building permits for masonry work in Windsor, CO?
Building permits in Windsor go through the Permit Technician at the Town of Windsor, reachable at 970-674-2436, Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. That's who we check with before a Windsor job, and the Town of Windsor's building permits page lays out the process if you'd like to read it yourself.
How long is a building permit good for in Windsor, CO?
A Windsor building permit expires if work doesn't start within 180 days or stops for 180 days. Starting again takes a new permit, at half the fee if nothing's changed and it's within a year or the full fee after that, and over-the-counter permits can't be reactivated. That's why we settle the timing with you before applying.
Does Windsor require a license for masonry contractors?
No, Windsor doesn't issue its own contractor license for work done in the city, so there's no local masonry license to check. It does require plumbing and electrical contractors to hold a current State of Colorado license, which matters if an outdoor kitchen or fireplace needs wiring or plumbing. We're licensed and fully insured.
Cities our masonry crew works in
Each city below has its own page on our site, but they're only some of the places we work. If you don't see yours, call or send the form and ask.
Call or write about your masonry job
We answer seven days a week from 7 AM to 11 PM, so call (970) 292-7476 or send the form when you've got a minute.