Masonry Contractor in Upland, CA - Repairs That Respect Older Brick
Fieldstone Ontario Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Ontario that works across Upland, repairing brick, block and stone on older homes and building new walls, walkways and hardscape that suit the house.
Masonry work on Upland houses
Euclid Avenue runs straight from Ontario, where we're based as a masonry contractor, up into Upland, so this is some of the closest work we do. Before I started this business, I spent years keeping up rentals all over this area for a property management company, so Upland's block fences, front steps and old chimneys are familiar ground. The city has a lot of older homes with their original brick, sitting near newer tracts with stucco fronts and block walls, and we do plenty of the same work next door in Chino and Rancho Cucamonga.
That mix shapes the job. On an older house, most of the work is matching brick and mortar so a repair blends in, while newer lots tend to call for block walls, pavers and walkways built on a solid base.
What we build and fix in Upland
Foundation trouble in an older Upland house often shows as a crack low on the wall or a door that sticks. We find what's moving before patching anything.
Plenty of older Upland homes still have their original brick chimney. When the top cap cracks or joints crumble, we fix that part and leave sound brick alone.
When the mortar on an older Upland house turns sandy, we rake out only the worn joints and refill them with a mix matched to the old work.
Is it one cracked brick or a whole bulging section? On Upland's older brick fronts and garden walls, I'll tell you which, and we replace only what's broken.
Swapping a cracked concrete driveway for pavers is a common Upland request. We dig out and pack a solid base first, because that's what keeps pavers from sinking.
Sloped yards in north Upland often need a wall to hold the dirt back. We drain the back of every wall, because trapped water pushes walls over.
Restoring old brick on an Upland house means matching what's there, not covering it up. We clean, repair and repoint so the house still looks like itself.
Want a fireplace in a newer Upland home, or a rebuilt one in an older house? We build the firebox and surround in brick or stone to suit the room.
Thin stone facing over plain stucco gives a newer Upland home some weight at the base. We prep the wall underneath first, since that's where veneer usually fails.
Block fences between Upland lots crack and lean with age. I'll tell you whether yours needs patching or rebuilding, and new ones go on a solid footing.
For additions and outbuildings on Upland lots, we lay block foundation walls with steel and grout where the plans call for them, so the walls above sit square.
Big Upland backyards suit an outdoor kitchen. We build the counters and grill island in block, then face them in brick, stone or stucco to match your house.
Walks to the porch on older Upland houses often heave or crack. We rebuild them in pavers, brick or stone over a packed base so they stay flat.
A new brick garden wall or front wall should look like it came with the house. On Upland's older streets we match brick size, color and joint style.
Stone steps, columns and garden walls are common on older Upland homes. We repair them stone by stone and build new work that fits beside the old.
Often an Upland step, wall or chimney only needs its worn joints refilled. When that's all it takes, I'll say so instead of selling you a rebuild.
What older Upland homes ask of the work
I started this business in 2023 to do masonry carefully instead of fast, and that's how we work on Upland houses, from the first look to the cleanup.
Repairs that blend in
We match mortar color, joint shape and brick so a patch on an older Upland house doesn't stand out.
Sound brick stays put
I'd rather tell you a wall can wait than tear out brick or mortar that's still doing its job.
The owner on site
I look at every job myself and stay on site with our crew while the work gets done.
Covered on every job
We're licensed and insured, and our work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Tidy while you live there
Years of working around tenants taught me to keep walkways clear and pick up debris before we leave each day.
Upland masonry questions we hear
Do I need a permit to build a block wall in Upland?
Not for a low one, because the city doesn't require a building permit for block walls 2 feet tall or less, or for fences 6 feet or less. For a taller wall or other masonry work, ask Upland's Building and Safety Division before you start. Block walls often run along a property line, so we check with the city early on those to avoid surprises.
How do I get a building permit in Upland for masonry work?
You apply online, since the city only accepts building permit requests that way, and its building permit page also links a list of projects that don't need one. The application asks you to upload the contractor's license and business license, and a PDF or JPEG photo of each works. When your job needs city sign off, we take care of the permit and set up the inspections.
Does my older Upland home need extra review for exterior masonry work?
Yes, if your house is a designated historic resource. Any exterior change that alters how it looks then needs a Certificate of Appropriateness, which is the city's Planning Division signing off on the design. Upland has 9 local historic districts, so for older homes we ask the city before planning new brick, stone or a chimney rebuild.
How much does masonry work cost in Upland?
The price comes down to how much brick, block or stone the job takes, how much old work has to come out first and how easy the spot is to reach. Matching older brick and mortar takes more time than new work, and a permit or design review adds steps, while fixing only the part that's failing keeps the cost down. Your estimate is where you get your own figure, along with what I'd do and why.
How long does a masonry project take in Upland?
It mostly turns on the size of the job and whether the city has to sign off before we start. A small repair that needs no permit can usually get on the schedule sooner, while a wall that needs a permit, or exterior work on a historic home, waits on the city's review first. Once I've walked the job, I'll tell you what your schedule hangs on.
What should I check before hiring a masonry contractor in Upland?
Check that they hold a current Upland business license along with their contractor's license, because the city requires one of licensed contractors working there, and it's the same license the permit application asks for. Ask whether they're insured, and get the scope in writing so you know what's being repaired and what's being left alone.
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