Top-rated masons.

Get matched with top masons in Cortez, CO

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your masonry work project in Cortez, CO?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Masons in Cortez

Avatar for Groundworks
Groundworks
4.7(
42
)

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Foundation Repair adjusted existing push piers and installed additional push piers to re-level the house due to settlement. Workers were efficient, competent, courteous, and explained the process thoroughly. Foundation Repair stood by their warranty. We only had to pay for a 5-year service plan with Foundation Repair, for the replacement of concrete (dug up to access push piers) by a third party, and will have to pay for repair to drywall and paint damaged during leveling process (which was anticipated)."
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Concrete
Concrete

+16

Response time30 mins
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Comisky Construction, Inc.
Comisky Construction, Inc.
4.1(
10
)

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The professional was extremely reliable, and personable. The professional goes an extra mile to make sure everything was done correctly on the job. The professional did a great job, couldn't say enough bout him."
Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Southwest home repair and renovation
Southwest home repair and renovation
5.0(
2
)

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"What didn't this company do. Matt was awesome he built the roof on both my front porch and my back deck. He built a a door bookshelf which hides a clothes closet (I use for my yarn. He put up beams, layed my flooring, fixed my gutters, put trim up and installed my bathroom faucet. He is very dependable and through. I will be hiring him to remodel my master bathroom."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rock Creek Excavation LLC
Rock Creek Excavation LLC
New to Angi

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Rock Creek Excavation specializes in earthmoving services for a wide range of projects. From foundations and trenches to septic systems, land clearing, and site preparation for roads and infrastructure, we handle it all. No job is too big or too small - we're committed to delivering quality results with precision and efficiency.

Riding arena leveling
Riding arena leveling
Riding arena leveling
Riding arena leveling
Water line replacement

+3

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rock Solid Masonry
Rock Solid Masonry
5.0(
5
)

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Orlando is the best - I wanted the work done in a tight time period and he made sure that his guys were there into the early evening - they did a great job, were very personable and experienced. I couldn't be happier with Rock Solid Masonry - I will use them again for an upcoming project."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Showing 1-10 of 48
Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven’s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven.

A fireplace hearth is a fireproof flooring material that extends out from the base of the fireplace and into the room. Hearths can be made of brick, ceramic, marble, limestone, and more. A hearth serves the purpose of decreasing the fire risk in the area directly around the fireplace. If flying embers hit carpet or wood, they’ll spark and create a fire. But if they hit something like tile or granite, they’ll simply go out.

To stain brick, you should use a product specifically formulated for brick, concrete, or other masonry surfaces. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it. This is different from paint, which sits on the surface and is prone to peeling, flaking, and trapping moisture that can cause damage. Water-based brick stains are often recommended because they are easy to apply, even for DIYers, and they allow the brick to breathe. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere properly and can lead to future maintenance problems.

When painting brick, each application method has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Spraying is significantly faster but may not penetrate deeply beyond the surface layer. Rolling is effective for working paint into the brick's texture but can be less effective on mortar joints. If you opt for a roller, choose a thick nap of at least a half-inch to ensure paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage. Using a brush is generally not recommended as it is very time-consuming and provides poor surface penetration. Ultimately, a combination of spraying followed by back-rolling is often the best strategy for a durable and even finish.

The Cortez, CO homeowners’ guide to masonry services

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