Foundation repair
When a brick or block foundation has cracked or shifted, I look at the pattern of the cracks, because that tells us whether it's a masonry repair or a bigger problem underneath.
Masonry contractor in Orange, CA - brick, block and stone work done properly
Optimum Yorba Linda Concrete & Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Yorba Linda that builds and repairs brick, block and stone work for homeowners in Orange, from repointing old joints to new garden walls.
What masonry work in Orange usually involves
Orange is a short drive from us in Yorba Linda, and most calls here come from homeowners who want a repair done properly or a new wall built the right way. In Old Towne and the older streets, that often means repointing or replacing brick on homes from the city's early days, where the mortar and any new brick have to suit what's already there. In the newer neighborhoods it's more often block walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens, the same work we do in Fullerton, Anaheim and Placentia.
The price of a masonry job turns on its size, the material you choose, how much old brick or mortar has to come out, how easy the work is to reach and how closely new brick has to match the old. The schedule depends mostly on whether the city needs a permit and inspections, and on how long matching brick or stone takes to arrive. I come out to look at each job myself and write the estimate, so you'll have a figure for your own house rather than a guess.
Licensed and insured
The city notes that some businesses may need a state license from the Department of Consumer Affairs, and it asks for that number on its business license application. We're licensed and insured.
Our own crew, checked by me
Our own masons and helpers do the work, and I'm on site to check it, because a mason's name stays on every wall we build long after we've gone.
Cleaned up at the end of each day
We sweep up, clear mortar off your walks and stack materials neatly before we leave each day, so your driveway and yard stay usable while the job is underway.
Masonry services we offer in Orange
Chimney repair
Loose bricks, cracked joints and a broken crown, the concrete cap on top, let water into a chimney, so we rebuild the damaged rows rather than smear patch over them.
Tuckpointing
On older brick homes, we rake out worn joints, fill them with mortar matched to the brick, then run a thin contrasting line for that crisp, traditional look.
Brick repair
Bricks with cracks or faces flaking off get cut out and replaced one at a time, and we hunt for a close match in size and color so the repair blends in.
Driveway pavers
A paver driveway holds up when the base underneath is dug out and compacted properly, so most of our time goes into the ground you never see before a single paver goes down.
Retaining wall construction
Retaining walls on sloped yards need a solid footing, gravel and a drain behind the wall, and steel where the design calls for it, because wet soil pushes hard.
Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone that's been patched over the years, we clean it gently, take out mismatched repairs and repoint with mortar soft enough to suit the original material.
Fireplace installation
We build brick and stone fireplaces, indoors and on patios, lining the firebox with firebrick set in heat-rated mortar and following the maker's instructions for any insert we install.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer, thin stone set onto a wall, goes over a moisture barrier and wire lath on framed walls, so water that gets behind it can drain instead of soaking the wood.
Concrete block walls
We build block walls along property lines and around yards, with steel and grout in the cells, the hollow spaces inside each block, and a cap block across the top.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions and garages, we lay block foundation walls on a poured footing and keep every row level, because the framing above can only be as straight as what's under it.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the block base for an outdoor kitchen and finish it in brick, stone or stucco, leaving the openings and cutouts your grill and appliance makers call for.
Walkway construction
Front walks and side-yard paths in brick, pavers or stone get a compacted base and a slight slope away from the house, so rainwater runs off rather than pooling at your door.
Brick wall installation
New brick garden walls and planters go up on a proper footing, with joints tooled to match the style of your house, whether that's an older home or a newer build.
Stone masonry
We lay natural stone for walls, steps, columns and planters, fitting each piece by hand so the joints stay tight and the weight sits on stone rather than on the mortar.
Brick pointing
When mortar joints crumble or sound hollow, we rake them out back to solid mortar and refill them flush, which keeps water out before it loosens the bricks themselves.
Get a written masonry estimate for your Orange home
Send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I'll come out, look at the work with you and write your free estimate, with no pressure and no obligation.
Tell us what you're seeing
A few lines help, such as loose brick, crumbling joints, a leaning wall or the new wall you have in mind, so I arrive knowing what to look at closely.
Photos are welcome
If it's easy, email a few photos to estimates@yorbalindaconcreteandmasonry.com, because a picture of the wall or chimney helps me plan the visit before I come out.
No pressure to decide
You're welcome to take the estimate, compare it with others and think it over, because I would much rather you choose us with confidence than in a hurry.
Questions about masonry work in Orange
Here are plain answers to questions homeowners in Orange often have about permits, licenses and older homes before a masonry job starts.
Who handles building permits for masonry work in Orange?
The City of Orange handles them, and its Building Division accepts all permit applications for the city. Its Building and Safety Services staff review plans and inspect construction sites. We check with the city's building office before work begins, and when your job needs a permit, we handle the paperwork and schedule the inspections for you.
Does a contractor from another city need an Orange business license?
Yes, the City of Orange requires a business license from every business that works in the city, including contractors who come in from somewhere else. An Orange license covers work in Orange only, and it's renewed every year on its own anniversary date, so it's fair to ask any contractor whether theirs is current.
Is my home in Orange's historic town site?
Your home is in the historic town site if it sits within the original one square mile around the Plaza at Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street, in Old Towne. The Plaza and most of that town site are on the National Register of Historic Places, a listing that covers that area rather than the whole city. If your house is there, please mention it when you call.
Cities where we do masonry work
These cities have their own page on our site, and we work in many others around Yorba Linda as well. If you don't see yours, call or send the form and ask.
Tell us about your masonry project in Orange
We take calls until 10 PM every day, so call (714) 386-7680 or send the form whenever it suits you.