Stone masonry in Compton, CA - stone that stays put and keeps water out
Loose stones or crumbling joints? We set new stone veneer and repoint old walls so the stone stays tight and the wall dries out.
What does stone masonry involve on a Compton house?
Stone masonry in Compton covers two jobs. The first is setting natural stone veneer, which is stone bedded in mortar on a wall. The second is repointing, where worn mortar is cut out of the joints and replaced. Done right, either one keeps water out of the wall so the stone stays where it belongs.
At R&S Compton Concrete and Masonry, most stone calls start with loose stones, crumbling joints or a plain wall someone wants faced in stone, in Compton and the cities around it. The price moves with how much wall there is, the stone you pick and how much old mortar has to come out. The schedule mostly turns on getting the stone delivered and on any permit the job needs. If your wall is brick, our brick pointing page covers that work. After I've seen your wall, I put your own number on a written estimate.
Why Compton homeowners pick us for stone masonry
You get the owner at your wall and our own masons on the work. You also get a repair that suits the building instead of one sized to sell.
The owner writes your estimate
I come out to every job myself, so the person pricing your wall is the one who looked at it.
Our own crew of masons
Our own masons set the stone and point the joints, and I'm on site checking the work as it goes.
In business since 2017
I learned the trade on masonry crews and started this business in Compton in 2017, doing brick, block and stone.
Licensed and fully insured
Ask to see proof before we start, the way you should with any contractor working on your house.
A straight answer on your wall
Call (562) 232-8311 and I'll tell you plainly what the wall needs, even when that's less work than you expected.
Kinds of stone masonry we do
The right choice depends on whether the wall is new or old, where it sits and what's already on it. I'll walk you through the options on site.
Let's talk about your stone wall
Call (562) 232-8311 or send photos of the wall, with a note on whether it needs new stone or repointing.
Why owners trust R&S Compton Concrete and Masonry with stone
I start by looking at the wall myself and finding what's actually letting go. That might be worn joints, loose stones or water getting behind the face. If the stone is cracking because the wall under it is moving, I'll tell you, and we'll look at foundation repair before any new stone goes on.
For new work, we help you pick stone that holds up outdoors and bed each piece solid in mortar, since gaps behind the stone let water in. On repairs, we match the mortar to the wall and use nothing harder than it needs. When the work is done, our crew cleans up and I check every joint before we call it finished.
Stone masonry questions from Compton owners
What kind of stone works for an outdoor wall in Compton?
Stone with a history of standing up to the local weather works best. One stone guide says not every natural stone suits outdoor use. Before you order, you can ask the supplier to certify that the stone suits local weathering conditions, and we'll help you choose from what passes.
What mortar should be used to repoint an old stone wall?
Use a mortar that lets moisture out of the wall, because mortar that traps moisture in the wall damages the masonry. High lime mortars let moisture pass more easily than denser cement mortars, so ask any mason which mortar they'll use and how it lets the wall dry. Estimates may call the job pointing or tuck pointing, and it's the same work.
Does a stone mason need a contractor license in California?
Yes, the state licensing board requires a license when the job needs a building permit, uses any additional workers or totals $1,000 or more in labor and materials. Fitting stones into a good-looking pattern takes an experienced eye, so it's also fair to ask any mason what stone work they've done before.
How much does stone masonry cost in Compton?
There's no set price for stone work, because the stone you choose, the size of the wall and how much prep it needs all change the number. A wall that only needs its joints repointed usually costs less than one where loose stones have to come off and be reset. I give you the figure on a written estimate after I see the wall.
What causes stone veneer to come loose or fail?
Water getting in is the most common cause of failure in adhered veneer, according to one veneer maker. A stone guide says full mortar bedding at the back of each stone is essential, because even small gaps can collect water. That's why we bed every piece solid.
How do I clean a stone wall without damaging it?
Clean it gently, because one stone guide warns that aggressive high pressure cleaning might loosen veneer stone. Some cleaners can damage natural stone too, so ask your stone supplier which products suit yours. White powder on the face is usually salt left behind as the wall dries, and it's relatively harmless.
What happens when you call about stone work in Compton?
We plan every stone job around your wall and your schedule. It starts with me at your property and ends with the two of us looking over the finished work.
Call or write
Call (562) 232-8311 or send the form with a few photos, and I'll set a time to come out.
I look at the wall
I check the stone, the joints and what's behind the damage, because the right fix depends on what's causing it.
Estimate, then permit
You get my written estimate. Once you say go, any permit goes to the city, which reviews the plans first at an office open Monday to Thursday.
The work and walk-through
Our crew does the work with me checking it, and the city inspects it if there's a permit. Then we walk the finished wall together.
Stone masonry in Compton and nearby cities
We're based in Compton, where the city's Building and Safety Department issues permits for repairs and new work, and we pull one when your stone job needs it. We also work in Lynwood, Carson and nearby cities, so pick yours.
Ask R&S for a stone masonry estimate
Call (562) 232-8311 any day of the week, or send photos through the form, for a free estimate at your property.