Foundation repair
We dig around cracked or settled footings to see what actually moved before we price a fix, because patching the crack without finding the cause usually just brings it back.
Masonry Contractor in Rialto, CA - Block Walls, Brick and Stone Done Once
Fieldstone Rialto Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Rialto. We rebuild cracked block walls, repoint worn mortar, fix chimneys and build retaining walls, walkways and backyard stone projects for homeowners across the city.
What masonry work in Rialto usually looks like
Rialto is our home city, and most calls here are the same ones I started out on: worn mortar, a block wall that's begun to lean, loose brick on a chimney, or a backyard project that's waited a few years. The city's own building code findings note that two earthquake fault systems, San Jacinto and Rialto-Colton, run within city limits, so footings, steel and grout get the most attention on the walls we build here.
The price mostly comes down to how much wall, brick or stone there is, whether it can be repaired or has to come down and be rebuilt, what we find under it once we dig, and the material you pick, since natural stone takes longer to fit than block. The schedule turns mostly on whether the city needs a permit for your job and how long its review runs, then on getting materials in. Your written estimate spells out what we'll do and why, so you're not guessing at either one.
We work the cities around Rialto the same way, so homeowners in Fontana, Colton and Bloomington get the same crew and the same straight answers.
Permits handled with the city
When a job needs a permit, we handle the application with the City of Rialto and I'm there for the inspections. If I'm not sure one's needed, I ask the city before we start.
Two licenses to ask about
Rialto requires contractors to carry a city business license on top of their state license, and that includes specialty contractors, so ask anyone who bids your job about both before you sign.
A fast yes or no
If a wall is worth repairing, I'll say so, and if it's past saving I'll tell you that too, because patching a wall that really needs rebuilding means paying for it twice.
Masonry services we do around Rialto
Chimney repair
Loose brick, a crumbling crown and open joints near the roofline are the usual calls. We rebuild what's failing and repoint the rest so water stops working into the stack.
Tuckpointing
When mortar joints go sandy and sink back from the brick face, we grind them out to an even depth and pack new mortar in layers, matched in color so the repair blends in.
Brick repair
We cut out cracked or flaking bricks one at a time and set replacements close in size and color, so a wall, step or planter gets fixed without a full rebuild.
Driveway pavers
A paver driveway lasts only as long as the base under it, so we dig out, compact gravel in layers and set edge restraint before the first paver goes down.
Retaining wall construction
Holding back a slope takes drainage behind the wall as much as the block itself, so we build in gravel backfill and a drain line to keep water from pushing the wall over.
Masonry restoration
Older brick and stone around a house can usually be cleaned, repointed and repaired instead of torn out. We tell you plainly which parts are worth saving and which aren't.
Fireplace installation
We build brick and stone fireplaces and surrounds starting with a solid footing under the firebox, and we sort out the permit side with the city before any brick goes up.
Stone veneer installation
Veneer stays put when the wall behind it is prepped right, so we fasten lath and a rough base coat of mortar first, then set the stone with tight, even joints.
Concrete block walls
Block walls line a lot of Rialto yards, and leaning or cracked sections are common calls. We set new walls on a proper footing with steel and grout filling the cells.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions, garages and raised floors, we lay block foundation walls on poured footings and keep every course level and plumb, so the framing above starts out square.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build grill islands, counters and bar walls in block, then face them in brick, stone or stucco to match the house, with openings sized for the appliances you've picked.
Walkway construction
We lay brick, stone and paver walkways on a dug-out, compacted base with a slight pitch, so rainwater runs off to the side instead of pooling at your front door.
Brick wall installation
Garden walls, planters and property walls in brick get a solid footing and steady joints, and we help you pick a brick and joint style that suits the house.
Stone masonry
Fieldstone and cut stone take more fitting than block, which shows up in the price, but laid right they wear well and look better as the years go by.
Brick pointing
When only a few joints have cracked or dropped out, spot pointing fixes them for less than redoing a whole wall, and we'll tell you which one you actually need.
Get a written estimate for your Rialto masonry job
Send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I walk the job with you, measure and photograph it, then give you a free written estimate with no obligation.
Free and done at your house
The estimate costs you nothing and happens on site, because I can't honestly price a leaning wall or a worn chimney from a photo or a phone call.
One person start to finish
I'm the one who comes out to price the job, and I'm on site running the crew while it gets built, so nothing gets lost between the estimate and the work.
No pressure to book
Take the estimate, think it over and call when you're ready, or tell me no. Either answer is fine, because a quick yes or no beats a maybe that drags on.
Questions about masonry permits and work in Rialto
Here's what Rialto homeowners usually want to know about permits, licenses and timing before a masonry job gets started.
Do I need a permit for a block wall or retaining wall in Rialto?
Plan on it, since masonry walls, retaining walls and patios are all on the list of work the City of Rialto Building and Safety Division issues permits for. The city permits repairs, alterations and removals as well as new construction, so a rebuild can need one too. I'll tell you at the estimate whether your job does.
How long does it take to get a masonry permit in Rialto?
The city says block wall and patio permits can often be reviewed and issued within 10 business days, Monday through Thursday. Other permits get a tentative 20 business days of plan review, then a tentative 10 more to become a permit, and corrections start that 20-day review over. Those are the city's estimates, so we build them into your schedule.
When does a contractor need a California state license for masonry work?
A contractor needs a license from the California Contractors State License Board when the project needs a building permit, uses employee labor, or has contracts totaling $1,000 or more in labor and materials. Most wall and chimney jobs cross at least one of those lines, so ask anyone bidding your job for their license. We're licensed and insured.
How do I find out if my Rialto home is in a fire hazard zone?
Look up your address on the city's fire hazard severity zone page, because zone status changes from one property to the next. The state fire marshal issued new recommended maps for San Bernardino County in 2025, so it's worth checking even if you looked years ago. If you're planning an outdoor kitchen or fireplace, I'll look it up with you.
Cities our masonry crew works in
Each city below has its own page. If yours isn't listed, call or send the form and we'll tell you whether we can come out and take a look.
Tell us about your Rialto masonry job
Call (909) 546-5001, evenings and weekends included, or send the form, and know every job we do is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.