Well-built masonry for the homes and yards of Woodland, CA
Signature Woodland Concrete and Masonry repairs the brick, stone and block around your house and builds new masonry, and we work out why something gave out before we fix it.
- Licensed and insured.
- Free in-person estimates.
- Replies within 1 business day.
Why people call us for brick, stone and block
We find the cause first
Before we touch a cracked wall or loose brick, we work out why it failed, so you pay to fix the real problem and not just the spot that shows.
The owner writes your estimate
I come out myself, ask a few questions and write up what the job involves, so you know what you're paying for before any work starts.
Same people, first look to cleanup
You deal with the same people from the first look to the last cleanup, and I stop by while our masons work, so nothing gets lost between visits.
Tell us what you're seeing through the contact form, or call (530) 207-3191.
Masonry in Woodland's older neighborhoods and newer ones
Woodland is a largely flat city with a historic downtown that a lot of people here know well. The Woodland Opera House sits at Main and Second Street and still puts on shows from September to June, Gibson House keeps the Yolo County Historical Collection, and the restored train depot has exhibits on the railroad and local history. The city's self-guided historic district tour covers many of the downtown buildings on the National Register.
Many homes in the historic core went up in the late 1800s and early 1900s with building methods nobody uses anymore, and a lot of our calls come from owners of houses like these. Old brick and stone need a lighter hand, so we fit the repair to the wall in front of us instead of forcing a modern fix onto it. Newer neighborhoods bring their own work, like retaining walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens, and we do the same work across the cities around Woodland.
Tell us about the masonry job you have in mind
We get back to you within one business day, and there's no obligation. After that, I come out to look at the job, ask a few questions and write you a free estimate that spells out the work and what's included.
Who we are
Signature Woodland Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Woodland, CA. I grew up on a family farm where you fixed what broke, learned the trade under an older mason and started this business here in 2017. We're licensed and insured, and we offer 16 masonry services across the 12 cities on this site and others nearby. You can read more about us and how we work.
Masonry services in Woodland, CA
Signature Woodland Concrete and Masonry handles masonry repair and new building in Woodland, CA, across 16 services. The price mostly turns on the size of the job, the material and how much old work has to come out first, and the schedule turns on weather, permits and inspections. Your written estimate spells out the work.
Foundation repair
When a foundation cracks or settles, we find out what moved it first, then repair the masonry so the walls and floors above have solid support.
Chimney repair
For homeowners with loose brick, cracked caps or failing mortar on a chimney, we repair the masonry so it stays sound and sheds water properly.
Tuckpointing
We cut out worn mortar joints and refill them with mortar matched to the brick, then run a fine line along each joint so the brickwork looks crisp.
Brick repair
Cracked, flaking or loose bricks get cut out and replaced with brick matched to your wall, after we find out what damaged them in the first place.
Driveway pavers
We build paver driveways on a packed gravel base, laying brick, concrete or stone pavers that hold up to daily parking and can be lifted for repairs.
Retaining wall construction
For yards with a grade change, we build block, stone or concrete retaining walls with drainage behind them so water pressure doesn't push them over.
Masonry restoration
Owners of older brick and stone homes call us to repair masonry with methods and mortar suited to the original wall, so the fix doesn't cause new damage.
Fireplace installation
We build new masonry fireplaces in brick or stone, from the firebox to the surround, for homeowners adding one to a living room or a remodel.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is thin natural or manufactured stone set over a wall, and we install it on house fronts, columns and fireplaces with a moisture barrier behind.
Concrete block walls
We build concrete block walls for privacy, noise and property lines, with steel and grout in the hollow cores where the wall needs the extra strength.
Foundation block wall installation
We lay reinforced block foundation walls on a poured footing for new additions, garages and crawlspaces, so the structure above sits level and solid.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
For people planning a backyard cooking area, we build the block, brick or stone base, counters and grill surround to hold up to sun and weather.
Walkway construction
Walkways in brick, stone, pavers or concrete go down on a packed base with a slight slope, so rain runs off instead of pooling at your door.
Brick wall installation
We lay new brick garden walls, screen walls and planters on solid footings, for homeowners who want a wall that suits the house it stands beside.
Stone masonry
Fieldstone, flagstone and cut stone take a different hand than brick, and we build and repair stone walls, steps and columns that fit the stone you have.
Brick pointing
If mortar joints are crumbling, sandy or letting water in, we rake out the bad mortar and repoint with a mix that suits the age of your brick.
Brick, stone and block work
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How a job goes with us
Call or send photos
Call (530) 207-3191 or send a few photos through the contact form, and we get back to you within one business day. I'll ask what you're seeing, how long it's been going on and what's around it, because that's usually where the cause starts to show.
I look and write it up
I come out myself to look at the job and work out what's really going on. You get a free written estimate, with no obligation, that spells out the work. Before we start, we check with the city or county building office for your address, and if your home may be historic, I'll point you to the planning office first.
Our crew does the work
If the job needs a permit, we pull it and set up the inspections. A crew lead and our masons do the work, the same crew from start to finish, and I stop by to check on it. If opening up a wall shows something new, we talk it over with you before going further.
Walk-through and cleanup
When the masonry is done, our crew cleans up the site, and I walk the job with you before we call it finished. That's your time to look closely and ask about anything you see. If the job had a permit, the final inspection is part of wrapping up.
Your masonry questions answered
How much does masonry repair or new masonry cost in Woodland, CA?
We don't give a number until I've seen the job, because two cracked walls can have very different causes and very different fixes. Size, material, how hard the site is to reach and how much old work has to come out move the price most. Your written estimate spells out the work so you can see what's included.
Is it cheaper to repair old brick or tear it out and rebuild?
Repair usually costs less when the brick itself is sound and only the mortar or a few bricks have failed. Rebuilding makes sense when the wall has moved or the cause can't be fixed in place. I'll tell you which way I'd go and why when I write the estimate.
How long does a masonry project take?
It depends on the size of the job, the weather and whether a permit and inspections are involved. Mortar and concrete also need time to cure before they carry load. In Woodland, crews can work 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays and holidays.
Are you a licensed and insured masonry contractor?
Yes, Signature Woodland Concrete and Masonry is licensed and insured. It's worth asking any contractor for proof of both before work starts, and I'm happy to show you ours when I come out.
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Woodland, CA?
Many masonry jobs in Woodland do, and the city's Building Division decides. Its permit list includes any masonry fence and driveway work, while a retaining wall under three feet tall and three feet from the property line or other structures is on its exempt list. We check with the building office for your address before we start, and the division takes questions at 530-661-5820.
Do you guarantee your masonry work?
Yes, our work is satisfaction guaranteed. It starts with fixing the cause and not just the spot that shows, so the same problem has less reason to come back.
What kind of mortar should be used on an older brick home?
Older brick usually needs a softer mortar than the modern mix, matched to the brick in the wall. Mortar harder than the brick can push the damage into the brick itself, so we fit the method to the wall in front of us.
How does the weather in Woodland, CA affect brick and concrete?
Wet winters and hot, dry summers both work on mortar and brick here, so drainage and timing matter. Woodland gets most of its roughly 21 inches of rain a year between November and April, and summer days run in the mid- to upper 90s. We plan mortar work and pours around both and look hard at where water goes off a wall.
Where we work around Woodland
Signature Woodland Concrete and Masonry is based in Woodland, CA, and works in many cities around it, including Davis and Vacaville. The 12 cities below each have their own page, and we work in others nearby too.