Top-rated masons.

Get matched with top masons in Orinda, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your masonry work project in Orinda, CA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY ORINDA, CA HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.5
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon40
    Verified masonry services reviews

Find Masons in Orinda

Avon Masonry Construction
4.3(
19
)
Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+2 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Avon Masonry Construction did a great job on our retaining wall. The crew is talented, dependable and very hard working, come on time, left the work site clean. Highly recommended"
 Marble and brick. Precision Craftsmanship.
 WATERFALLS
 More of the Same
Traditional Pool - Blue Iron Water Fall Into Pool
 Marble

+9

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
5.0(
12
)
Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vitoria Pavers did an excellent job on a retaining wall to level a sloped yard. They were competitively priced, shared ideas on how to improve the design throughout the project, and completed the project in a timely manner. I would definitely hire for any future work."
Belgard Catalina grana Aspen color
The turf depot so natural 95 pet friendly turf
Belgard Anglia edger Victorian color
Walkways and Patios
Steps/firepits/outdoor kitchens

+198

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for NC Marble & Stone Pavers
NC Marble & Stone Pavers
4.7(
44
)
Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional project proposal, design and references. Excellent value from a contractor that's well established in the local community. Project was completed and met all project milestones. On-site crew was very responsive to design changes, and applied best practices to improve on the prior concrete surface layout and design. I'm confident the resulting concrete driveway and walkways will serve us well for many years."
San Jose Driveway
San Jose Driveway
San Jose Driveway
Interlocking pavers driveway
Driveway Pavers

+38

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Geico Builders
Geico Builders
5.0(
62
)
Retaining Wall - InstallFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+1 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the amazing work Geico Builders, did in my backyard. The pavers and design are absolutely awesome! I highly recommend them—every worker was always on time and very professional. Our project manager, Brian, went above and beyond to ensure the quality of the job was exceptional. If you're looking to enhance your outdoor space, look no further!"
Composite Deck Replacement Trex
Full Backyard Remodel with Outdoor Kitchen
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Deck Replacement Composit
Composite Deck

+270

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tri Star Landscaping
5.0(
10
)
Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+4 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

""Tri" and his crew were on time and finished the project when expected. We just had a concrete pad poured on the side of the house. We did the excavating and framing. The job site was cleaned up afterwards. Very pleased with the outcome and value. We would recommend his crew to others."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Just Stamping Concrete
Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
)
Concrete Foundation - InstallConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+1 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Just Stamping Concrete for a landscape design project, and I cannot recommend them enough! They are a true gem in the industry, and their work speaks for itself."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Majestic Property Services
Majestic Property Services
4.9(
16
)
Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, David, responded quickly. His proposal was the best for my situation. His price was very fair. His communication was excellent. The job was completed better than expected. Thank you, David."
Crockette Project
Crockette Project
Crockette Project
Side View
Foundation Apart

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 386
Masonry questions, answered by experts

When painting brick, each application method has pros and cons. Spraying is much faster but may not penetrate the porous surface of the bricks. Rolling is effective for getting paint into the bricks but doesn't work as well on the mortar. Brushing is very time-consuming and also won't penetrate beyond the surface. For the best results, a combination of spraying and rolling is often recommended. If you use a roller, choose a thick option (at least a half-inch) and ensure the paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage.

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

The Orinda, CA homeowners’ guide to masonry services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.