Menlo Park Masonry repairs, restores, and builds brick, stone, and concrete masonry for homeowners across the Peninsula. Solid work, honest estimates, and results that hold up.
Menlo Park Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Menlo Park, CA, serving homeowners across 12 cities on the Peninsula. We handle the full range of masonry needs - from crumbling chimneys and failed foundations to new retaining walls, driveway pavers, and outdoor kitchens. Our 16 services cover every brick, block, and stone situation a homeowner is likely to face. Licensed in California, insured on every job, and committed to work that holds up through rainy winters and dry summers alike.
Sticking doors and cracking drywall? We stabilize shifting foundations before small problems become expensive structural repairs.
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Crumbling mortar and water stains near your fireplace? We restore chimneys so they are safe to use and weatherproof before the next rain.
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Old mortar crumbling between your bricks? Tuckpointing seals the joints and stops water damage before it reaches your walls.
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Cracked, chipped, or loose brick? We match original materials and fix the damage so your home looks right and holds up.
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Cracked or uneven driveway? New pavers add lasting curb appeal and handle heavy traffic without the cracking of poured concrete.
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Sloped yard losing soil every rainy season? A properly built retaining wall holds your landscape in place and protects your property.
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Weathered brick or stone that has lost its character? We clean, repair, and restore aged masonry to look the way it was meant to.
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Want a fireplace that actually works and looks great? We build and install masonry fireplaces built for long-term performance.
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Plain walls or columns that need a finished look? Stone veneer adds real visual weight and texture without full stone construction cost.
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Need a durable wall for privacy, security, or structure? Concrete block walls go up efficiently and last decades without much upkeep.
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Building an addition or replacing an aging foundation wall? We install foundation block walls that meet code and handle real structural loads.
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Backyard that gets used but could work harder? We build outdoor kitchen structures in brick and stone that hold up to heat and weather.
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Muddy, cracked, or missing walkways around your home? We build stone and paver paths that look intentional and last for years.
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Need a wall for privacy, structure, or landscaping? We build brick walls that blend with your home and stay solid through the seasons.
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Stone that needs to be cut, set, and fitted right? We work with natural stone for walls, steps, and features that hold their look over time.
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Mortar joints pulling away from aging brick? Fresh pointing fills the gaps and stops water from working deeper into the wall.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or the contact form. Tell us what you are seeing - sticking doors, crumbling mortar, a wall that shifted, whatever prompted the call. We respond within 1 business day and schedule a free on-site visit at a time that works for you. No pressure, no obligation.
We walk the site with you, look at the full picture - not just the obvious damage - and explain what we find in plain terms. You get a written estimate that covers the work, the method, the materials, and the timeline before anything is agreed to. No surprises on the final invoice.
Once you approve the estimate, we schedule the start date, pull any required permits, and get to work. The crew cleans up each day and keeps you informed as the job progresses. When we finish, we walk the completed work with you and hand over any warranty documentation. You get a result you can count on.
We carry a current California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license and full liability and workers comp coverage. Request proof of insurance before we start - we will provide it without hesitation.
Every estimate is free, on-site, and in writing. We walk the job with you, explain what we see, and hand you a written breakdown before you commit to anything. No phone quotes, no pressure.
We have worked on homes throughout the Peninsula since 2020 and know the soil conditions, older housing stock, and permit requirements specific to Menlo Park and the surrounding cities.
Structural masonry work in Menlo Park requires permits. We pull them for you, coordinate the city inspection, and give you documented, code-compliant work that holds up when you sell.
Questions before you call? Send us a message or call (415) 294-8180 - we respond within 1 business day.
"Our foundation had been shifting for years - doors sticking, cracks in the drywall near every window. Menlo Park Masonry came out the next day, walked me through exactly what was happening, and had it repaired within a week. Six months later, the doors close like they should and no new cracks."
Robert T., Menlo Park - Foundation repair
"I noticed crumbling mortar on our chimney last fall and wanted it fixed before the rains. They matched the original mortar color so closely you cannot tell anything was done. The whole job took two days, they cleaned up completely, and the chimney has been dry all winter."
Sandra M., Palo Alto - Chimney repair
"We wanted a retaining wall and driveway pavers installed at the same time. They gave us one written estimate covering both, pulled the permit, and finished on schedule. The wall is solid, the pavers look great, and the whole front yard finally looks the way we always wanted it to."
Derek and Allison P., Redwood City - Retaining wall and driveway pavers
We respond to every inquiry within 1 business day. There is no obligation to proceed - the estimate is free and the assessment is on us. After you submit the form, someone from our office will call you to schedule a free on-site visit at a time that works for you.
(415) 294-8180Menlo Park Masonry is based in Menlo Park and serves 12 cities across the Peninsula, including Palo Alto, Redwood City, Mountain View, and Sunnyvale. We can typically schedule a free estimate visit within the same week for most locations in our service area.
A door that suddenly drags or will not latch is often an early sign of foundation movement, not just a wood swelling problem. On the Peninsula, this frequently shows up after a dry summer when clay soils contract and pull away from foundation edges.
Well-mixed mortar in a mild climate like Menlo Park can last 20 to 30 years before needing attention. The consistent wet-dry cycle - rainy winters followed by dry summers - slowly widens hairline cracks, so older homes often need tuckpointing before the damage becomes visible.
Not always - drainage improvements may solve a soil erosion problem at lower cost. But when a slope is actively losing material to runoff or putting pressure on a structure, a proper retaining wall is the durable solution that a drainage fix alone cannot provide.
Pavers flex slightly with the soil movement common on the Peninsula, which means they are less likely to crack under the push-and-pull of clay soils. Concrete is strong but can fracture when the ground underneath shifts, and individual repairs are harder to match.
Most brick damage - cracking, spalling, loose sections - can be repaired in place if the underlying wall structure is sound. Full replacement becomes necessary when water has compromised the backup wall behind the brick or when seismic movement has shifted the structure beyond what patching can address.
In some cases, yes. The California Earthquake Brace + Bolt program has offered rebates for seismic retrofitting that includes securing a home more firmly to its foundation - work that overlaps directly with foundation and block wall repair. Eligible homeowners near the San Andreas Fault should ask their contractor whether their project qualifies before starting.
Menlo Park Masonry is a licensed and insured masonry contractor based in Menlo Park, California, serving 12 communities across the Peninsula since 2020. We hold a current contractor license issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), the state authority that licenses and disciplines construction contractors in California. Our coverage includes general liability insurance and workers compensation on every job.
Since 2020, we have completed projects across 16 masonry service categories - from foundation repair and tuckpointing to retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, and stone veneer installation. The Peninsula's older housing stock, clay soils, and seismic conditions shape how we approach every assessment and repair. Learn more about us.
Diagonal cracks in drywall near doors, a chimney that leans, or a wall section that is visibly bowing outward are signals that need professional assessment before the next rainy season - not next year.
Homes built before 1970 in neighborhoods like the Willows and Allied Arts often have original mortar that is well past its useful life, and brick that requires careful matching. Cosmetic patches with wrong-mix mortar can damage original brick faster than leaving it alone.
The wet-dry cycle here is gentler than freeze-thaw climates, but steady. Mortar in shaded or north-facing walls stays damp longer and wears faster. The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends checking mortar joints every few years in Mediterranean climates.
Not sure what you are looking at or whether it needs attention? Call (415) 294-8180 and describe what you see - we will tell you whether it warrants a visit.
Menlo Park is a city of roughly 34,000 to 35,000 residents on the San Francisco Peninsula, bordered by Palo Alto to the south and Redwood City to the north. A large share of its housing stock was built between the 1940s and 1960s, particularly in neighborhoods like the Willows and Allied Arts, where postwar bungalows and ranch homes sit on tight lots with original masonry that has seen decades of Bay Area weather. Most homes here are owner-occupied, and residents tend to invest in maintaining their properties - which means masonry repairs get done right or not at all.
The city has several distinct landmarks and reference points that locals know well. Meta's global headquarters at 1 Hacker Way anchors the eastern side of the city near the Baylands. Downtown Menlo Park runs along Santa Cruz Avenue - a walkable main street with the Caltrain station at its center. Sharon Heights, west of El Camino Real, has larger lots and hillside homes with longer driveways and more complex outdoor hardscape. And for homeowners near San Francisquito Creek along the Palo Alto border, water management is not abstract - the creek has flooded homes in the Willows neighborhood during heavy rain years, making foundation and drainage work a practical necessity rather than a cosmetic upgrade.
The population data from the U.S. Census Bureau confirms what anyone working in the area already knows: Menlo Park has one of the highest rates of owner-occupancy and median home values in the country. Homeowners here are making long-term investments, not quick fixes - which means when they call a masonry contractor, they want the job done right the first time.Menlo Park Masonry has been that contractor for homeowners across the Peninsula since 2020.
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Call Menlo Park Masonry at (415) 294-8180 or request a free estimate online - we serve Menlo Park and 11 surrounding cities with no-obligation on-site visits.
