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Serving St. Joseph, MO and surrounding areas. (816) 558-9986
St. Joseph homeowners call us when they need masonry done right - on time, on budget, and built to handle Missouri winters for decades.
St Joseph Concrete & Masonry is a masonry contractor serving St. Joseph, MO and the surrounding region. We handle 16 services - from foundation repair and chimney work to tuckpointing, stone installation, and custom outdoor builds. Many local homes were built before 1960, and our crews are experienced with the materials, mortar types, and construction methods those homes need. Whether you have a new problem or one that has been getting worse every winter, we give you a free on-site estimate and a written scope before any work begins.
Cracks spreading across your walls? We stabilize shifting foundations with proven methods designed for St. Joseph's clay-heavy soil.
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Crumbling mortar or a leaning stack? We restore your chimney before winter freeze-thaw cycles push small problems into big ones.
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Soft, crumbling mortar lets water into your walls every winter. We repack every joint so your brick stays sealed and dry.
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Chipped or spalled bricks let moisture in and bring curb appeal down. We replace and match damaged bricks so repairs blend in.
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Cracked concrete or bare gravel? Professionally laid pavers hold up to freeze-thaw winters and add lasting curb appeal.
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Sliding or eroding slopes damage your yard and foundation. We build walls that hold soil in place for decades.
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Stained, deteriorated, or damaged historic masonry? We bring aging brick and stone back without erasing its character.
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No fireplace yet? We build custom masonry fireplaces that add warmth and a focal point you and your home deserve.
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Want the look of natural stone without full-thickness weight? We install stone veneer that transforms any surface.
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Need a durable boundary or structural wall? We build concrete block walls built to outlast wood and vinyl alternatives.
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A properly built block foundation handles Missouri soil movement and moisture far better than poured concrete alone.
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Ready to cook and entertain outside? We build custom masonry outdoor kitchens built to survive every St. Joseph season.
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Uneven or crumbling walkways are a trip hazard and an eyesore. We build level, attractive paths that hold up year after year.
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A new brick wall adds privacy, definition, and a timeless look. We build walls that match your home and your property.
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Natural stone work done right is built to last generations. We handle everything from garden walls to structural stonework.
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Open mortar joints let water and cold air in. We point your brick to seal every gap and extend your wall's lifespan.
Learn MoreTell us what you are seeing - sticking doors, crumbling mortar, a leaning wall, or water in the basement. You do not need a diagnosis ready. We ask a few basic questions and schedule a free on-site visit, usually within 1 business day. No commitment, no pressure.
A mason walks your property, identifies exactly what is happening and why, and explains it to you in plain terms. You receive a written estimate that spells out what will be done, how long it takes, and what it costs. No guessing. No surprise add-ons. If a permit is required, we handle it.
Our crew shows up on schedule, keeps you informed during the job, and leaves the site clean. Before we leave, we walk you through the finished work and hand you any warranty or permit documentation. You know exactly what was done and why it will hold up.
We carry full liability coverage and work within Missouri contractor licensing requirements. Permitted structural jobs are inspected by the city - so you have documentation if you ever sell.
We visit your property, assess the problem in person, and give you a written estimate before asking for anything. You will know exactly what the job involves and what it costs - no guessing.
We live and work here. We know the neighborhoods, the soil conditions, and the older brick homes throughout the city. That local knowledge shows up in every estimate and every finished job.
Every structural repair comes with a written warranty. Foundation repairs include a transferable warranty - so coverage moves with the home if you sell. We put it in writing before we start.
Questions before you commit? Call (816) 558-9986 or send us a message - no obligation.
"The chimney on our 1940s house had been crumbling for a couple of winters. They came out, explained the problem clearly, and had it fixed in two days. No mess left behind and the mortar matches better than I expected."
David M., St. Joseph - Chimney Repair
"We had a horizontal crack in our basement wall that we had been ignoring for too long. They explained why it was serious and what needed to happen. Work was done on the day they promised and we got a written warranty at the end."
Renee K., Savannah, MO - Foundation Repair
"Had tuckpointing done on the north-facing wall of our brick home near Noyes Boulevard. The crew was on time, the joints look clean and even, and they matched the mortar color well enough that you can't tell where the new work starts."
Carol B., St. Joseph - Tuckpointing
We respond within 1 business day. There is no obligation to move forward - the estimate is free and the assessment is yours to keep. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site visit so we can see the job in person before giving you a written quote.
(816) 558-9986St Joseph Concrete & Masonry serves St. Joseph, MO and 12 surrounding communities across northwest Missouri and northeast Kansas. We cover Savannah, Platte City, Cameron, and beyond - typically scheduling free estimates within 1 business day. If you are within our service area, we will come to you.
Freeze-thaw cycles are the biggest threat. Water enters small gaps in mortar or concrete, freezes, expands, and forces those gaps wider - sometimes dozens of times in a single winter. Catching and sealing gaps before cold weather sets in is the most cost-effective thing you can do for your masonry.
Homes built before about 1950 in St. Joseph typically used lime-based mortar - softer than modern cement mixes. Using the wrong mortar on an older home can crack the bricks themselves by making the joint harder than the surrounding material. Always ask your mason what mix they plan to use and why.
Usually, yes. A horizontal crack in a basement wall signals soil pressure pushing inward from outside - something that gets worse without intervention. Vertical cracks often indicate settling and are less urgent. Either way, a professional assessment sooner rather than later is the right call.
Documented, permitted, and warranted foundation repairs typically help rather than hurt a sale. Buyers and inspectors will find evidence of past work regardless - what matters is whether it was done right and has a transferable warranty. The Better Business Bureau recommends always getting warranty terms in writing before signing any contract.
Tuckpointing handles worn or crumbling mortar between bricks that are still structurally sound. When bricks themselves are spalling (flaking off in layers), cracked, or visibly shifting, those bricks need to be cut out and replaced before any repointing makes sense. A good mason will tell you honestly which situation you are in.
Routine repointing and minor repairs typically do not require a permit. Structural work - rebuilding sections of a chimney, foundation repairs, or load-bearing wall changes - usually does. The Chimney Safety Institute of America recommends always confirming permit requirements with your contractor before any structural work begins.
St Joseph Concrete & Masonry is a licensed and insured masonry contractor company based in St. Joseph, MO, serving St. Joseph and 12 surrounding communities in northwest Missouri and northeast Kansas since 2019. We are licensed through the State of Missouri to perform residential and commercial masonry work, including structural foundation repair and chimney rebuilding. Our crews have handled hundreds of jobs across all 16 of our service categories, working on everything from century-old brick homes near Noyes Boulevard to newer construction on the city's south side. For questions about a specific job or to get on our schedule, visit our About page or reach us directly.
If you are seeing active water intrusion or cracks that have grown since last season, waiting gives the problem one more winter to get worse. Fall is an excellent time to seal masonry before freeze-thaw pressure begins again.
Quality tuckpointing with the right mortar mix can last 25 to 50 years. Foundation pier repairs are designed to be permanent. The lifespan depends heavily on whether the right materials were used and whether the root cause - drainage, soil movement, water entry - was addressed alongside the surface repair. The Brick Industry Association has detailed guidance on mortar durability by climate zone.
St. Joseph has a large inventory of older brick homes where the original material is no longer manufactured. A skilled mason sources salvaged brick or specialty suppliers to match color, size, and texture. Ask to see a small test patch before full repairs begin so you can approve the match.
Ready to protect your home before the next season? Call us at (816) 558-9986 and we will schedule a free on-site estimate within 1 business day.
St. Joseph is a mid-size city of roughly 73,000 people on the east bank of the Missouri River, with a homeownership rate around 57 percent and a housing stock where many properties date to the late 1800s and early 1900s. That combination - aging brick construction, clay-heavy soil, and hard midwestern winters - means masonry maintenance is not optional here. It is part of owning a home in this city.
Some of the most recognizable neighborhoods for older masonry work include the historic Southside and the Noyes Boulevard corridor, where large two and three-story brick homes from the early 1900s are common. Many of these homes have original brick and mortar that has never been substantially repaired. The city also has newer subdivisions on its southern and eastern edges, where different problems - concrete cracking, retaining wall failures, and outdoor structure work - come up more often. St. Joseph's major institutions, including Missouri Western State University and the Pony Express National Museum, anchor a community where longtime residents take pride in their properties and invest in long-term upkeep.
St Joseph Concrete & Masonry has been working on St. Joseph homes since 2019, and our crews know the difference between what a Southside foursquare needs and what a newer home near the city's edge calls for. If you have a masonry project - large or small - we are the local team that can handle it.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
St Joseph Concrete & Masonry
921 Ridenbaugh St
St. Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 558-9986support@stjosephmasonry.comCall or message us today and we will schedule your free on-site masonry estimate within 1 business day.