Mount Hope Masonry Contractor
Masonry in Mount Hope, the Bronx
Brick, stone and block repair for the pre war apartment buildings and walk ups between Jerome Avenue and Webster Avenue, written up after a free visit.
- Facade, parapet and entrance masonry repaired
- Work planned around busy apartment buildings
- Written estimate before any work starts
Local Conditions
What Masonry Problems Show Up in Mount Hope?
Mount Hope is full of pre war apartment buildings and walk ups, including large buildings along the Grand Concourse. Brick that old takes in water at the joints, the parapet and the entrance. The usual problems are loose brick, cracked stone trim, failing parapets and worn entrance steps.
The neighborhood runs from the Cross Bronx Expressway north to Burnside Avenue. Fordham is to the north and Tremont is to the east. Most buildings here were built to last, but decades of freeze and thaw wear on every exposed wall.
Parapets and cornices take the worst of it. They stick up above the roof, so rain hits them from both sides. When the mortar fails, bricks shift and water gets into the wall below.
Streets such as Walton Avenue and Morris Avenue have many attached buildings with shared walls, so one owner’s problem can become a neighbor’s problem. We look at the whole wall, not only the spot you point to.
How Is Masonry Repaired on Older Mount Hope Buildings?
A mason first finds where water is getting in, then removes loose or damaged brick and stone, rebuilds the section with matching material and fills the joints with mortar suited to the wall. The goal is a repair that sheds water and blends with the building around it.
Older brick is softer than new brick. A hard modern mortar can crack the face of an old brick, so we match the mortar to the wall. We cut out only what has failed and leave sound brick in place.
Entrances and steps
Many buildings in Mount Hope have stone or brick entrance walls, cheek walls beside the steps and worn treads. These are used by every tenant, every day. We rebuild loose cheek walls, reset treads and repair the landing at the door so the entrance is safe and dry.
Retaining and garden walls
Some blocks slope between Jerome Avenue and the Concourse, which means walls hold back soil along the sidewalk or the side of a lot. A leaning wall needs a closer look. If the movement is structural, an engineer may need to weigh in before we rebuild.
Seeing loose brick or a bulging wall on your Mount Hope building? Get a mason on the wall before winter does more damage.
Book an Inspection Call NowCost Factors
What Affects the Cost of Masonry Work in Mount Hope?
Price depends on how much wall is damaged, how high the work is and how the crew reaches it. Scaffolding, material matching and the number of entrances involved also change the total. We look at your building first and give you a written number, not a guess over the phone.
Height and access
Work on a parapet or an upper wall needs scaffolding or a swing stage. A ground level entrance repair is simpler.
Extent of damage
A few loose bricks cost far less than a wall that must be taken down and rebuilt.
Material matching
Matching old brick, stone trim or terra cotta takes more time than using plain new brick.
Permits
Structural work, scaffolds and facade work on tall buildings can involve the Department of Buildings. We handle permits when the job needs one.
Every estimate lists the scope, the materials and what is not included, so you can compare it fairly.
Request Your QuoteRules and Approvals
Do Mount Hope Masonry Jobs Need Landmark Approval?
Part of Mount Hope sits in the Morris Avenue Historic District, on Morris Avenue between East Tremont Avenue and East 179th Street. Work visible from the street there can need approval from the Landmarks Preservation Commission. Outside that district, other city rules still apply, so confirm current rules with the city.
If your building is in the district, check before you change brick color, replace trim or rebuild a facade. A repair that matches the original usually has a simpler path than a change in look.
Local Law 11 is the facade inspection program for buildings above six stories. Many Grand Concourse buildings are in that group. If your building is, a masonry repair may be part of a larger facade plan, and the city can tell you what your building needs.
Masonry work on your own lot does not need the DOT sidewalk permit. If a scaffold or sidewalk shed has to occupy the public sidewalk, other permits can apply. Structural wall work can also need Department of Buildings approval.
Process
What Does a Masonry Job in Mount Hope Look Like?
Site visit
A mason walks the building, looks at the walls, parapet and entrance and takes photos.
Written estimate
You get the scope, materials and price in writing, with no charge for the visit.
Permits and setup
We file permits when the job needs them and set up scaffolding or protection.
Repair
Loose brick and stone are removed, replaced and pointed with matching mortar.
Cleanup and review
The area is cleaned and we walk the work with you or your manager.
Nearby
Masonry Near Mount Hope
Other west Bronx neighborhoods where our masons work.
FAQ
Mount Hope Masonry Questions
We can usually find or blend a close match. Old brick varies in color and size, so we show you options before work begins and put the choice in the estimate.
It can be. A wall that is bowing or has lost brick over a walkway should be looked at soon. If it looks unsafe, keep people away and call us for a visit.
Yes. We plan the work with the owner or manager so entrances stay usable where possible, and we follow the permit rules that apply to the building.
Repairs on private property often do not need the DOT sidewalk permit, but structural work and scaffolds can need approval from the city. We tell you what applies after the visit.
Call (718) 468-8803 and we will set up a visit. The estimate is free and written.
Contact
Schedule Your Mount Hope Masonry Visit
Tell us the address and what you see on the wall or entrance. Photos help us plan the visit.
- Call us(718) 468-8803
- HoursMon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Free on site estimate with a written price
- Licensed and insured, 25+ years in business
- We handle DOT sidewalk permits
- Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx
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Takes about a minute. No cost and no obligation.