Serving Bryan, TX and surrounding areas. (979) 359-2217
Brick, stone, foundation, and chimney work done right the first time. Locally owned in Bryan since 2018, serving homeowners across the Brazos Valley.
Bryan Concrete & Masonry is a locally owned masonry contractor in Bryan, TX providing 16 services for homeowners across the Brazos Valley. From crumbling chimney mortar and cracked foundations to new outdoor kitchens and retaining walls, we handle the full range of brick, stone, and concrete work. We serve 12 cities in Central Texas and show up on time with a written estimate before any work begins.
Cracks in your walls or sticking doors? Bryan's clay soil shifts every season - we stabilize your foundation before small movement becomes a major repair.
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Crumbling mortar and missing caps let water in fast. We inspect and repair chimneys so yours is safe to use when the first cold front arrives.
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Old mortar between your bricks is the entry point for water damage. Fresh tuckpointing seals those joints and extends your wall's life by decades.
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Stair-step cracks and spalling bricks are common on Bryan's older homes. We match your existing brick and mortar so the repair blends right in.
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Cracked or sunken concrete driveway? Pavers handle Brazos Valley heat and soil movement better than plain concrete and look great doing it.
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Erosion taking over your yard? A well-built retaining wall controls soil movement and creates usable flat space that holds for decades.
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Weathered brick or stone losing its character? Restoration repairs bring the original look back without tearing down what has already stood for years.
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A masonry fireplace is a permanent feature that adds warmth and real value. We build them from scratch to fit your home and your style.
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Want the look of stone without the full masonry build? Stone veneer gives you that solid, upscale appearance at a fraction of the cost.
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Need a solid dividing wall, screen, or garden boundary? Concrete block goes up fast and handles Texas heat and soil movement without complaint.
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Block wall foundations are the right call for certain structures and additions. We build them to code with proper footings so they last.
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An outdoor kitchen built in brick or stone handles Texas weather and looks better than prefab alternatives after ten years outside.
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Uneven paths and cracked concrete are a trip hazard and an eyesore. A new stone or brick walkway solves both problems and holds its look.
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A new brick wall adds privacy, definition, and serious curb appeal. We lay them level and true so they stay that way for generations.
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Natural stone work done right is a lifetime investment. We source and set stone that suits your property and holds up to Central Texas conditions.
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Worn mortar joints on older brick let water behind the wall. Repointing them is the single best preventive maintenance step for any brick home.
Learn MoreCall or send us a message and describe what you are seeing - sticking doors, crumbling mortar, a cracked wall, or anything that looks off. We ask a few basic questions and schedule a free on-site visit. We respond within 1 business day, often the same day.
We come to your property, walk the work area, and tell you in plain terms what we found. You receive a written estimate covering exactly what work will be done and what it will cost - no verbal-only quotes, no hidden add-ons. There is no obligation to hire after the visit.
Once you approve, we schedule the job, pull any required permits, and get to work. Most jobs wrap up in one to three days. Before we leave, we walk you through what was done and what to watch for in the coming weeks. The site is cleaned up before we go.
We carry general liability insurance on every project and operate in full compliance with Texas contractor requirements. You can ask to see our documentation before work begins - we welcome it.
Every estimate starts with a free visit to your property. We look at the actual work, not a photo. You receive a written estimate before deciding - no pressure, no deposit required just to get a number.
We live and work in the Brazos Valley. We know the clay soil, the summer heat, the freeze events, and the neighborhoods. That local knowledge shapes how we approach every project in ways a franchise or out-of-town crew cannot replicate.
You will know exactly what is being done and why before any work begins. We explain what we found in plain terms and put the full scope in writing. No vague verbal agreements, no surprise line items on the final bill.
Ready to talk? (979) 359-2217 or send us a message.
"Our foundation had been moving for years - doors sticking, gaps forming along the ceiling. They came out within two days of our call, explained exactly what was happening in the soil under our house, and had the repair done in three days. Six months later, everything is holding."
Marcus T., College Station - Foundation repair
"The tuckpointing on our 1960s brick home came out looking like the original mortar was never touched. They matched the color well and the joints are solid. We had a heavy rain the following week and no moisture got through - first time in years."
Diane R., Bryan - Tuckpointing
"Had the chimney inspected before the cool season. They found a cracked liner I had no idea about - not something you can see from outside. Repair took one day and they showed me photos of the before and after. Fireplace has worked perfectly all winter."
Kevin M., Brenham - Chimney repair
We respond within 1 business day - often the same day. There is no obligation after the visit. Once you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for you.
(979) 359-2217Bryan Concrete & Masonry is based in Bryan, TX and serves 12 cities and communities across Central Texas, including College Station, Waco, and Huntsville. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 1 business day and can typically schedule a free on-site estimate the same week. Call us to confirm availability in your area.
Brick and stone are porous, meaning they absorb moisture. When water sits in cracked mortar and temperatures drop, it expands and widens the crack from the inside. The National Park Service Preservation Briefs note this as the leading cause of masonry deterioration. Keeping mortar joints sealed is the single best defense.
Tuckpointing becomes urgent when you can press a finger into the mortar and feel it crumble, or when you can see gaps between the joint and the brick face. Optional means the mortar looks worn but is still holding. Waiting too long turns a straightforward repair into a water damage restoration job - which costs significantly more.
In Bryan's climate, pavers have a durability edge because individual units can be removed and reset when soil movement causes settling - plain concrete slabs crack and stay cracked. Pavers also handle the freeze-thaw cycles that come with occasional hard winters better than large poured slabs.
A hairline crack in a single spot is low priority. A stair-step crack that follows the mortar joints diagonally, or any crack wider than a quarter inch, means the foundation has moved enough to need a professional look. In Bryan's clay soil, those cracks rarely stop growing on their own.
Chimneys that sit unused for most of the year - common in Bryan given the short cool season - can accumulate animal nests, moisture damage, and cracked liners without any visible sign from the outside. The Chimney Safety Institute of America recommends annual inspections because damage discovered early is almost always a simple repair.
Yes. Bricks made before the 1970s are typically softer and more porous than modern brick. Using high-strength modern mortar on vintage brick can cause the mortar to become harder than the brick itself - and when the wall moves with the soil, the bricks crack instead of the mortar. Matching mortar strength to the existing brick is one of the clearest signs of an experienced mason.
Bryan Concrete & Masonry is an insured masonry company based in Bryan, TX, serving homeowners across 12 cities in Central Texas since 2018. We operate in compliance with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements and carry general liability insurance on every job. Our team works on brick, stone, concrete, and chimney projects across the Brazos Valley, handling both repairs on older mid-century homes and new masonry construction. We have completed projects across all 16 services we offer and have worked in every city in our service area.
Learn more about usRepair is almost always the right answer for brick and stone because the material itself lasts for generations. Replacement makes sense when a section is structurally compromised or has absorbed so much water that the brick faces are spalling off in large pieces.
Walk your exterior brick walls and chimney the morning after any night below 25 degrees. Look for new cracks or mortar that has popped out overnight. Water that froze inside open joints expands and can turn a minor issue into a significant one in a single freeze event. The National Weather Service Bryan-College Station records show hard freezes are a real seasonal risk here.
Both are good windows. Fall has a slight edge because it lets you complete repairs before any hard freezes and avoids the summer heat that can cause fresh mortar to dry too quickly. October and November are ideal for scheduling in the Brazos Valley.
Not sure whether your situation needs a repair or a full assessment? Call us at (979) 359-2217 and we will help you figure it out - no obligation.
Bryan is one of the larger cities in the Brazos Valley, with around 86,000 residents according to U.S. Census data. It sits alongside College Station, and together the two cities form a metro area of over 270,000 people. The city is defined by its older residential neighborhoods, its proximity to Texas A&M University, and by the Brazos Valley clay soil that runs under nearly every street and yard in town.
A large share of Bryan's housing stock was built between the 1940s and 1970s - homes in older neighborhoods near Historic Downtown Bryan, College Hills, and Breezy Heights. Brick veneer is one of the most common exterior materials on homes from that era, and at 50 to 80 years old, many of those walls and chimneys are at the point where mortar needs attention. The clay soil under these properties has been shifting through wet and dry cycles for decades, which shows up as diagonal cracks in brick walls, sticking doors, and foundation settling. New subdivisions on Bryan's outer edges - toward Boonville Road - have different needs, with newer construction and different soil profiles.
We work across Bryan every week, from older brick ranch homes near downtown to newer properties on the city's edges. The Brazos Valley Fair rolls around every fall, and by that time of year we are typically booking tuckpointing and chimney jobs before the first cold front arrives. Whether your home is in one of Bryan's established older neighborhoods or in a newer subdivision, our team knows what these properties need and how the local soil and climate shape every masonry job we take on.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
Bryan Concrete & Masonry
600 E 23rd St
Bryan, TX 77803
Always open, 24/7.
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