Masonry contractor in Hesperia, CA - repairs that fix the cause
Bedrock Victorville Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Victorville that works in Hesperia, repairing cracked block walls, worn mortar joints and chimneys, and building new block walls, retaining walls, pavers and outdoor kitchens.
Hesperia homes, lots and the walls around them
Hesperia is spread out, and our jobs here show it. A lot of the homes we see sit on bigger lots. Some are older ranch houses with brick fireplaces and long block walls out back, and others are in newer tracts where block runs the back and side property lines. Most calls start the same way, with a crack in a yard wall, a section leaning by the gate or the joints on an old chimney going sandy. We do the same kind of work in Spring Valley Lake and Oak Hills, so the problems here are familiar ones.
Price mostly follows a wall's length and height and what has to come out before we build. The schedule turns on whether the city has to permit and inspect it, and I sort that out when I write your estimate. On these wider lots the wall runs are longer, and getting pallets of block and a mixer to the back fence can shape the job as much as the wall itself.
Hesperia properties and what wears on their masonry
Houses and yards here wear on masonry in a few predictable ways. Knowing them helps us find the cause of a crack instead of just covering it up.
Hot days and cold desert nights make block and mortar swell and shrink, so joints that were sound years ago slowly open up.
Long property-line walls on bigger lots mean one weak footing or a stretch with no steel can show up as a crack running the wall's full height.
Sprinklers and drip lines that spray against a wall keep its base wet, and that's a common start for crumbling joints and white staining.
The city's design criteria rate termite exposure here as very heavy, and block, brick and stone give termites nothing to eat.
Most of what causes a crack can't be seen from the street, so I come out, look at the wall and the yard around it, and write the estimate on site.
Working in Hesperia from our Victorville base
We're based in Victorville and work in Hesperia and the cities around it across the High Desert, including Apple Valley and Oak Hills. If you're farther out, give us a call and ask.
Masonry services for Hesperia homes
Foundation repair
When a block foundation shows stair-step cracks or a door starts sticking, we find out what's moving before we patch, so the fix matches the cause.
Chimney repair
Brick chimneys take the worst of the wind and sun up top, so we relay loose brick and patch or recast the concrete crown before water gets in.
Tuckpointing
On older brick fronts with worn, uneven joints, tuckpointing fills each joint and runs a thin, sharp line of mortar along it, so the brickwork looks crisp again.
Brick repair
Cracked, chipped or loose bricks on a planter, step or wall get cut out and replaced one at a time, with the closest match we can find.
Driveway pavers
Pavers suit a wide driveway because a damaged section lifts out and goes back, and we pack a solid base under them for what you park there.
Retaining wall construction
Where a yard slopes toward the house, a block retaining wall holds the dirt back, and we build it with a real footing and drainage behind it.
Masonry restoration
On an older house with tired brick or stone, we clean, repair and repoint the whole face in order, the way you'd prep a kitchen before service.
Fireplace installation
When you want a masonry fireplace for cold desert nights, we build the firebox, hearth and surround to approved plans and check each layer as it goes up.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer, a thin stone face set over a wall, dresses up a plain stucco front or column, and we prep the wall behind it first.
Concrete block walls
Block walls along property lines are a lot of what we build here, set on a footing with steel and grout so a long run stays straight.
Foundation block wall installation
For an addition, garage or raised floor, we lay the block foundation walls on the footing, with steel and grout where the plans call for them.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
A big backyard suits an outdoor kitchen, and we build the block base, counter and brick or stone facing around your grill, laid out the way a cook works.
Walkway construction
When the path to your door is dirt, gravel or heaved concrete, we lay brick, stone or pavers on a packed base with a slope to shed rain.
Brick wall installation
For a front courtyard or a low wall along the street, brick gives a warmer look than block, and we lay it with even joints and a cap.
Stone masonry
Natural stone fits the desert look many owners here want, and we hand-fit each piece for planters, columns, steps and low walls.
Brick pointing
When mortar between bricks has gone sandy or fallen back from the face, we cut out the loose joints and pack in fresh mortar matched to what's there.
Get a free on-site estimate for your Hesperia job
Send the form or call, and we'll reply within one business day to set a time for me to come out to your place in Hesperia. I look at the job, tell you what I think is causing the problem and write the estimate myself. It's free, and there's no obligation to book.
- Call
- (760) 493-2913
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 6 AM–11 PM, Sat–Sun: 8 AM–9 PM
Reasons Hesperia homeowners hire us for masonry
Most people call us because they've noticed a crack and want a straight answer about what it means. Here's how we handle that, from the first look to the last cleanup.
The fix matches the cause
Before we patch a crack, I look for why it's there, whether that's water at the base, a weak footing or a wall built with no steel. Patching without that just means another call later.
I write every estimate myself
I started this business in 2017 and still come out to look at the job and write the estimate. Our own crew does the work, and I check it as it goes.
Licensed, insured, clean as we go
We're fully licensed and insured. Satisfaction guaranteed on every job. Years in kitchens taught me to clean as I go and to answer every question, so call (760) 493-2913 and ask anything.
Hesperia masonry questions we hear often
How do I get a permit for a block wall in Hesperia?
You get it from the City of Hesperia's Building & Safety Division, and if the wall stands more than 3 feet above the ground around it, the permit has to be issued before work starts. The city issues it once the plans are approved and the fees are paid, then inspects at each step, and inspections need 24 hours' notice. For a shorter wall or other masonry work, we check with Building & Safety before we start if it isn't clear whether you need one.
Who can pull a building permit in Hesperia, the homeowner or the contractor?
Either one can, because the city's Permit Center issues building permits to the property owner, the owner's licensed contractor or an authorized agent. On our jobs, we handle the application and build to the approved plans, which stay at the job site with the job card the whole time.
Can a handyman build a block wall in Hesperia without a contractor license?
Only on small jobs, because the Contractors State License Board lets someone without a license take on minor work under $1,000. The board raised that limit from $500 to $1,000, but the exemption covers only work that needs no permit, and only when the person employs no one on the project, so a wall tall enough to need a Hesperia permit falls outside it.
What hours can construction crews work in Hesperia?
Crews can work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and not at all on Sundays or federal holidays under the city's construction hours rule. The rule covers repair and demolition work too, so we plan every Hesperia job, cleanup included, inside that window.
How do the new fire hazard zones in Hesperia affect a masonry project?
They mainly affect new construction, because permit applications for new building in Very High and High Fire Hazard Severity Zones have to meet the state's wildfire building standards. The county fire district's updated maps put a lot more of Hesperia in the very high zone, and in High zones there are exemptions, including remodels to homes built before July 1, 2008. If you're planning an addition or other new structure, we check with the building office what applies to your lot before we start.
What does a block wall or masonry repair cost in Hesperia?
I can't give you a fair number until I've seen the job, because cost comes down to its size, what has to come out first and the material you pick. Plain gray block costs less than split-face block, brick, stone veneer or natural stone, and tearing out an old leaning wall adds labor and haul-off. On repairs, matching old brick or mortar color takes more time than new work, and a permit adds fees and inspection steps when the job needs one.
Get your Hesperia masonry job looked at
A small crack is easier to deal with before sprinklers and wind work it wider, so call (760) 493-2913 or send the form and I'll come take a look.
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–11 PM, Sat–Sun: 8 AM–9 PM