Masonry that holds up to everyday life in Lake Elsinore, CA
E&M Lake Elsinore Concrete & Masonry builds new brick, block and stone work around your property and repairs masonry that's cracking or crumbling, starting with a close look at why it's failing.
- Fully licensed and insured.
- Free in-person estimates.
- We respond within 1 business day.
Masonry work we do in Lake Elsinore, CA
E&M Lake Elsinore Concrete & Masonry takes on 16 kinds of masonry and concrete work in Lake Elsinore, from a cracked foundation or a chimney shedding mortar to new walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens. On a repair, the price mostly turns on what's causing the damage and how far it has spread, and some of that only shows once the work is opened up. On new work, it's the size, the material you pick and how much digging the site needs. The schedule depends on the size of the job and on whether it needs a permit and inspections. The free estimate I do on site works all of that out for your own job.
Foundation repair
Seeing a crack in your foundation or a door that won't close? We find out why the house is settling first, then repair the cause and the crack.
Chimney repair
We repair chimneys with loose brick, crumbling mortar or a cracked crown at the top, so water stops getting into the masonry below it.
Tuckpointing
What is tuckpointing? We rake out worn joints, refill them with matched mortar and run a fine line along each joint, so old brick reads crisp and even.
Brick repair
We cut out cracked, chipped or loose bricks and set new ones matched in size and color, for walls, steps and planters that still stand straight.
Driveway pavers
We lay paver driveways on a compacted base, so you get a driveway that's easy to repair one paver at a time if a section ever settles.
Retaining wall construction
Need to hold back a slope? We build block and stone retaining walls with drainage behind them, so water drains away instead of pressing on the wall.
Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone that's worn, stained or patched over the years, we bring it back with matched mortar and materials so the repairs blend in.
Fireplace installation
We build brick and stone fireplaces, indoors or out, with the firebox, hearth and surround laid to suit the room and the way you'll use it.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is a thin layer of natural or manufactured stone set over a wall, so a house front, column or fireplace gets the look of solid stone.
Concrete block walls
Concrete block walls for property lines, yards and lots go up on a poured footing with rebar set in the hollow cores, so the wall stays straight.
Foundation block wall installation
Building an addition or a garage? We lay the concrete block foundation walls the new structure sits on, built to the plans that go with your permit.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the masonry for outdoor kitchens, the block base, counters, grill surround and bar, finished in brick or stone to match your yard.
Walkway construction
A new walkway in brick, pavers, stone or concrete goes on a well-packed base, sloped slightly so rain runs off instead of pooling by your door.
Brick wall installation
For a garden wall, a planter or a wall around a patio, we lay new brick walls on a proper footing with joints tooled to shed water.
Stone masonry
Stone masonry means building with natural stone, each piece shaped and fitted by hand, for walls, steps, columns and garden features with a look no block can give.
Brick pointing
Brick pointing fills or replaces mortar in the joints between bricks. It's the fix when mortar has gone soft or sandy but the bricks themselves are still sound.
Why people call us about cracked or crumbling masonry
Most calls start with a crack someone has been watching for a while. Here's how we handle that, and if it sounds right, call (951) 579-7076 or use our contact page.
We find the cause before the fix
A crack is usually a sign of something else, like water getting in or the ground moving. We work out what's actually failing first, so you're paying to fix the cause and not just the crack.
You hear it from me, plainly
I'm the one who comes out to look, and I'll explain what I think is going on and why in plain words. If I can't tell until the wall is opened up, I'll say that too.
A quote for only what's needed
I'd rather fix the one thing that's failing than sell you a bigger job than you need. If something can wait, I'll tell you so, and the quote covers what needs doing now.
Repairs matched to the old work
We match new mortar, brick and stone to what's already there in color, texture and hardness, so a repair fits the old wall instead of fighting it. Mortar that's harder than old brick can crack the brick around it.
Our process from first call to walk-through
Here's how a job goes from your side, from the first call to the walk-through at the end, so you know who you'll talk to at each step.
Call or send the form
Call (951) 579-7076 or send the form and tell us what you're seeing and where on the property. It helps to mention when you first noticed it and whether it seems to be getting worse. We get back to you within one business day to set a time for me to come out.
I look and give you an estimate
I come out, look at the work up close and ask what you've noticed, because how a crack has changed over time says a lot about what's behind it. Then I give you a free estimate right there on site, with no obligation, and you can take your time deciding.
We handle permits, then build
Once you're ready, we find out whether your address falls under the city or the county, take care of the permit paperwork if the job needs it and plan the work around inspections. A lead mason runs the crew on site, keeping the work tidy and the area safe while it's underway.
We walk through it together
When the crew is done, I come back and walk through the finished work with you before we call the job complete. I'll show you what we found, what we fixed and anything worth keeping an eye on, and you can ask about anything you see.
Tell us about the masonry job you have in mind
Send the form and we'll get back to you within one business day to set a time. I'll come out, look at the work and give you a free estimate on site, with no obligation.
(951) 579-7076- Based in
- Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
- Hours
- Mon–Sun: 6 AM–11 PM
Brick, stone and block work
Photographs of brick, block, stone and paver work, from freshly pointed joints to new walls and walkways, to help you picture what fits your property.
About E&M, Lake Elsinore masonry since 2013
I started E&M Lake Elsinore Concrete & Masonry here in 2013, after years of summers on a masonry crew mixing mortar and hauling block long before I ever laid one myself. We're fully licensed and insured, and we take on 16 kinds of masonry and concrete work in Lake Elsinore and the cities around it. Most people call us because something is cracking or crumbling and they want someone to look closely and explain it straight, which is still the part of this work I like best. You can read more about E&M and how we work.
- services
- 16
- service areas
- 12
- founded
- 2013
- 13 years in business
Lake Elsinore, where our business is based
Lake Elsinore is a Riverside County city built around its lake, which has 3,000 surface acres and more than 14 miles of shoreline. People fish, boat, kayak, paddle board and swim there, the four-mile levee draws walkers and nature watchers, and Launch Pointe on Riverside Drive brings in RV campers.
Back from the water, the Lake Elsinore Museum & Research Library in the city's Cultural Center keeps the area's cultural and natural history, and the city runs 20 parks with skate parks, dog parks, picnic shelters, hiking trails and playgrounds. This is where we're based, so most of our days go to block walls, driveways, chimneys and foundations here and in the cities around it.
Cities we serve around Lake Elsinore
E&M Lake Elsinore Concrete & Masonry is based in Lake Elsinore, CA, and works across the cities and communities around it, including Murrieta and Temecula. The 12 cities below have their own pages, and if yours isn't on the list, call us anyway.
Questions about masonry in Lake Elsinore
How much does masonry repair cost in Lake Elsinore?
It depends on what's causing the damage and how far it has spread, so I price a repair only after I've seen it in person. A few cracked joints from water getting in is a much smaller job than a wall being pushed by the ground behind it. Each service page goes into what moves the price for that kind of work.
Why are masonry quotes so different from one contractor to the next?
Usually because they're quoting different work, one patching the crack you can see and another fixing what caused it. Ask each contractor what they think is failing and why. If someone can't explain the cause, that's worth noticing.
How long does a masonry job take in Lake Elsinore?
It depends on the size of the job, whether it needs a city or county permit, and what we find once it's opened up. When a job needs a permit, the work stays uncovered until the inspector approves it, so the schedule follows the inspections. I'll walk you through the timing when I give you the estimate.
Does a masonry contractor need a license in California?
Yes, under the state licensing board's rules, when the job needs a building permit, uses any hired workers, or costs $1,000 or more in labor and materials combined. The city also expects contractors working in Lake Elsinore to hold a current city business license. We're fully licensed and insured.
How do you figure out why my wall or chimney is cracking?
I start with questions and a close look at where the cracks run, where water goes and what the masonry sits on, because the pattern usually points to the cause. Some things can't be known until the work is opened up, and when that's the case I'll tell you before we start rather than guess.
Do you guarantee your masonry work?
Yes, our promise is your satisfaction, guaranteed. That's part of why I find out what's failing before we touch anything, since a repair aimed at the real cause is the one worth paying for.
Can you repair my brick wall instead of replacing it?
Usually, yes, when the wall is still standing straight and the trouble is in the mortar or a handful of bricks. If it's leaning or the footing under it has moved, patching won't hold, and I'll tell you that plainly.
Does my masonry project need a permit in Lake Elsinore?
Often, yes, since the city's building official issues permits for work that builds, alters, repairs or demolishes a structure. The city's guide lists some exceptions, like fences up to 6 feet and retaining walls up to 4 feet measured from the bottom of the footing, as long as the wall isn't holding back an added load. That guide is only a summary, so we check with the office that covers your address before we start, and the city's Building & Safety page links to its online permit portal.
Lake Elsinore, CA
Tell us about your masonry job in Lake Elsinore.
Cracks in mortar and brick usually grow the longer water gets into them, so call (951) 579-7076 or send the form, and we'll reply within one business day to set up a free on-site estimate.