Brickline Allentown Concrete and MasonryBrickline Allentown Concrete and Masonry(610) 424-2415
Brickline Allentown Concrete and Masonry
(610) 424-2415Get an estimate

Professional Masonry Contractor in Allentown PA - Brick and Stone That Suit Your House

Brickline Allentown Concrete and Masonry repoints crumbling mortar, repairs brick and fixes cracked chimneys in Allentown and nearby cities like Bethlehem. We also restore brick and stone on older houses and rebuild walls that have worn past repair.

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Explained before you decide
We show you what's wrong and why before you choose.
Mortar that suits
Materials picked so repairs protect older brick and stone.
Estimator works the job
The person who looks at it works alongside the crew.
Permits checked first
We check local permit and historic rules before starting.
A curved stone fire pit with red cushions sits beside tiered retaining walls and a broad brick-paver patio.
  • Fully licensed and insured.
  • Free estimates at your property.
  • We respond within 1 business day.

Masonry contractor services in Allentown, PA

Brickline Allentown Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor in Allentown, PA, and our 16 services cover fixing brick, stone and block that's failing as well as building new walls, walks and driveways. On repairs, the price mostly turns on how much of the wall needs work, how high or hard to reach it is and how closely new mortar and brick have to match an older house. The schedule turns on the size of the job, whether a permit is needed and what we find once old mortar or brick comes out. Your estimate, done at your house, puts that scope in writing.

  • Foundation repair

    Cracks, bowing or loose blocks in a foundation wall? We find where the masonry is failing and why, then repair it so the wall can carry your house again.

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  • Chimney repair

    We repair cracked crowns, the concrete cap on top, along with loose brick and worn joints, so water isn't getting into the chimney and the rooms below it.

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  • Tuckpointing

    What is tuckpointing? It's raking out worn mortar joints and refilling them, often with a thin line to sharpen the look, and it suits brick fronts that are sound but tired.

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  • Brick repair

    When bricks crack or their faces flake off, we cut out the damaged ones and set new brick matched in size and color, so the repair blends into the wall around it.

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  • Driveway pavers

    We lay paver driveways over a dug-out, packed gravel base, the part you never see, which is what keeps the pavers from shifting and sinking under the weight of your car.

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  • Retaining wall construction

    We build retaining walls in block or stone to hold back soil on a sloped yard, with drainage behind the wall so water building up back there doesn't push it out of line.

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  • Masonry restoration

    Who is restoration for? Owners of older brick and stone homes whose walls need more than a patch, where we repair, repoint and clean with materials that suit how the house was built.

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  • Fireplace installation

    We build masonry fireplaces from the footing up, with the firebox, hearth and surround laid out to fit your room and tied properly into the chimney above it.

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  • Stone veneer installation

    Stone veneer is a thin layer of real or manufactured stone, and we set it on house fronts, foundations and fireplaces when you want the look of stone without a full stone wall.

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  • Concrete block walls

    Need a sturdy wall for a garage, shed or property line? We build concrete block walls on proper footings, with mortar joints and reinforcement where the wall needs it.

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  • Foundation block wall installation

    For a new addition, garage or replacement foundation, we lay the block walls the house sits on, set on footings and built square and level so the framing goes up straight.

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  • Outdoor kitchen masonry

    Planning to cook outside? We build the brick, block and stone structure of an outdoor kitchen, with counters and a grill surround laid out around how you actually use the space.

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  • Walkway construction

    A walkway is the path you and your guests use every day, so we build brick, stone or paver walks on a packed base and pitch them slightly so rain runs off instead of pooling.

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  • Brick wall installation

    New brick walls, from garden and screening walls to additions, get laid on solid footings with brick and mortar picked to match your house, so the new work looks like it belongs.

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  • Stone masonry

    What counts as stone masonry? Walls, steps, pillars and facings built from natural stone, plus repairs to old stone foundations and walls using mortar soft enough for the stone around it.

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  • Brick pointing

    Crumbling or missing mortar between bricks lets water into the wall, so we grind out the bad joints and repoint them with mortar that suits the age and hardness of your brick.

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Brick, stone and concrete work

These photos show the kinds of masonry work we take on, from repointed brick and chimney repairs to paver driveways and stone walls. Open any picture to see the joints, textures and finishes up close.

An irregular stone walkway leads to a home entrance, bordered by dense green shrubs and bright pink flowers.
Stone outdoor fireplace beneath a covered patio, with a mounted TV and firewood stacked in built-in side niches.
Curved retaining wall of pale stone blocks encloses a leafless shrub beside a brick house.
Stone masonry fireplace with a lit fire and mounted TV anchors a covered outdoor seating area.

What you can expect when we work on your house

These are the habits behind how we run every job, from the first visit to the last walk-through. Each one comes from what I've seen go wrong when masonry gets rushed or patched with the wrong materials.

You'll understand your wall before you decide

When I come out, I walk the wall with you and show you what I'm seeing, whether it's mortar washing out of joints, a crack that's moving or brick that's taken on water. I explain why it's happening and what each option does about it before anything gets written up. Some of it I can only judge once the old mortar is out, and I'll tell you that too.

I'd rather you make a good choice about your own house than just take my word for it. Masonry should suit the building it's on, and a rushed repair always shows up later, so we take the time to get the plan right first. If you want a second opinion after that, you'll have a clear written scope to compare against.

  • Mortar suited to older brick

    Older brick and stone are often softer than modern materials, and a hard modern mortar can crack the brick around it instead of giving way itself. We choose mortar and materials to suit your house, so the repair protects the wall rather than working against it.

  • One person, estimate to finish

    I look at your job myself and then work on it alongside our small crew, so nothing gets lost between what we agreed at the estimate and what gets built. If something turns up once the wall is open, I'm right there to show you.

  • Permit and historic rules checked first

    Permit rules change from one city, borough or township to the next, so we check with the local office for your property before we start. If a permit is needed, we handle the application, and if your home is in a historic district, we'll help you reach the historic office early.

  • Open seven days a week

    We keep hours from 7 AM to 11 PM, Monday through Sunday, so you can call (610) 424-2415 after work or on a weekend without taking time off. If we're up on a wall, leave a message or send a note through our contact page.

What happens after you call us about your masonry

Every job follows the same four steps, whether it's a few loose bricks or a new retaining wall. You'll know what's next at each stage, and the work starts only once you've seen the scope and you're ready.

  1. Call or send a message

    Call (610) 424-2415 or send a message through the form and tell us what you're seeing, like crumbling mortar, a cracked chimney or a wall you want built. We get back to you within one business day to set up a time for me to come out and look.

  2. Walk the job together

    I come out, look at the work with you, show you what I'm seeing and explain your options and why each one matters. Then I put the scope in writing as a free estimate, with no obligation, so you can take your time and compare it with anyone else's.

  3. Permits, then the work

    Once you're ready, we check with your local office about permits and handle the application if one's needed. Then our small crew does the work with me on the job, and if opening the wall shows something we couldn't see at the estimate, I'll show you before we go further.

  4. Final walk-through

    When the work is done, we walk through the finished job with you before we pack up, so you can look at the joints, the brick and the cleanup up close. If anything doesn't sit right with you, that's the time to say so, and we'll talk it through on the spot.

Who we are and how we learned the trade

I spent years behind a desk before I traded it for a trowel, and I learned masonry working under experienced masons before starting Brickline Allentown Concrete and Masonry in Allentown in 2023. We're a small crew, best known for repointing and brick repair on older homes, and for taking the time to explain what's going on with a wall.

We keep the crew small on purpose, so I can work alongside them instead of running jobs from a truck. Three years in, most of our calls come from homeowners who've spotted crumbling mortar, a cracked chimney or a wall that needs building or rebuilding. There's more on how I got here and how we work on our about page.

  • Fully licensed and insured for the masonry and concrete work we take on.
  • Satisfaction guaranteed on the work we do at your house.
  • Brick, stone, block, pavers and concrete, repairs and new building alike.

Where we work in Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Brickline Allentown Concrete and Masonry is based in Allentown, PA, and works in the cities around it on both sides of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey line, including Bethlehem, PA and Phillipsburg, NJ. Each of the 12 cities below has its own page, and if yours isn't listed, ask us.

Questions homeowners ask before hiring a masonry contractor

These are the questions I hear most when I'm standing in someone's driveway after an estimate. If yours isn't here, call and ask, because a short conversation usually clears it up.

Is a masonry estimate free in Allentown?

Yes, our estimates are free and done at your property, with no obligation. I walk the job with you, explain what I see and put the scope in writing, so you have something concrete to think over or compare. Call (610) 424-2415 or use the form to set up a visit.

What should I do to get my house ready before masons start work?

Clear a path to the wall and move patio furniture, planters, grills and cars well back from the work area. Grinding out mortar makes dust, so keep nearby windows closed, and tell us about pets, plantings or anything fragile we should protect.

What are the steps in a brick repointing job?

We protect the area around the wall, rake or grind out the worn mortar until we reach solid material, clean the joints and pack in new mortar suited to your brick. Then we tool the joints to match the existing ones and clean the face of the wall. How much comes out sometimes changes once we're into it, and I'll show you if it does.

How do I compare two written estimates for masonry work?

Compare what each one says will be done, line by line, not just the bottom number. Look at how much of the wall gets repointed or rebuilt, what mortar and brick they'll use, who handles permits and cleanup, and what happens if hidden damage turns up.

Do I need a permit for masonry work in Allentown, PA?

It depends on the job, so we check with the City of Allentown before work starts instead of guessing. The city's permits and inspections division handles building permits, including for new construction and changes to a building, and charges a nonrefundable $50 application fee for a residential permit. If a permit is needed, we take care of the application.

Do masonry contractors need a license in Allentown?

The city's permit guidance says licensed contractors are sometimes required for specific trades, and it names electrical, plumbing and heating rather than every kind of home work. We're fully licensed and insured, and we confirm what your particular job needs with the local office before we start.

Tell us about the masonry work on your house

Send the form and we'll get back to you within one business day to set up a visit, with no obligation. I'll come out, look at the job with you and put a free estimate in writing.

(610) 424-2415
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