Masonry contractor in Sandy, UT - brick, block and stone fixed at the cause
Precision Lehi Concrete and Masonry repairs and builds brick, block and stone in Sandy, UT. We fix crumbling joints, leaky chimneys and leaning walls by finding the cause first, and we build new walls and walks.
Sandy: brick ramblers and sloping bench lots
Sandy is mostly homes, with plenty of houses from earlier decades through the middle and west side of the city and newer builds climbing the east bench toward the mountains. On the older streets we see brick ramblers and split-levels with their original chimneys and mortar that's had a long run. Up on the bench it's stone veneer, rock and block walls stepping down backyards, and front walks that have to climb from the curb. The calls we get here are a lot like the ones from Draper to the south and South Jordan across the valley.
That split shapes most jobs in Sandy. On the older houses the work is usually matching brick and mortar that's been in place for decades, and on the bench it's holding back soil and keeping water moving off the slope.
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Masonry work we do in Sandy
Retaining wall construction
Sloped east-bench yards need walls holding back soil, and those walls usually fail when water builds up behind them. We build on a packed base with drainage behind.
Tuckpointing
Older brick ramblers here often have mortar joints crumbling after decades of wear. We grind out failed mortar and repack joints with a mix suited to the brick.
Chimney repair
Many older Sandy houses still carry original brick chimneys, and a cracked cap or open joints let water in. We trace where it's getting in before repairing.
Foundation block wall installation
When a Sandy addition needs a new foundation, the block has to suit the ground under it. We check that soil before any foundation block wall installation begins.
Stone veneer installation
Newer Sandy homes pair stone veneer with stucco, and veneer comes loose when water gets behind it. We set it over a backing that lets water drain out.
Walkway construction
On sloped Sandy lots the walk climbs from the street, and settled pavers or steps trip people up. We build on a compacted base, with steps where needed.
What to know before a masonry job in Sandy
In Sandy, the city's Building Division issues the building permits for all construction in the city, and when your job needs one, its review and inspections set part of the schedule. We handle the application and book the inspections with the city, and I go over what your job calls for when I come out for the estimate. We're licensed and insured, and before you hire anyone you can look a contractor up on the lists of businesses with a current Sandy business license that the city posts.
As a masonry contractor based in Lehi, we work in the cities from Provo up into the Salt Lake Valley, and the older brick we repoint in Sandy is a lot like what we see in Murray. The price here mostly moves with the size of the job, how much of the old brick or mortar has failed, and how hard it is to get block and a crew up a steep bench street or into a tight side yard. The schedule turns on whether there's a permit to wait on and how quickly materials come in, and you'll get your own figure at the estimate.
Get a free on-site estimate for your Sandy project
Send the form or call (385) 338-6022, and we'll reply within one business day to set a time. I'll come out to your Sandy property myself, look at what's going on, ask a few questions and walk you through the estimate, which is free and comes with no obligation.
- Licensed and insured.
- Free on-site estimates.
- Expect a reply within 1 business day.
Masonry ideas for Sandy homes
Masonry questions from Sandy homeowners
Do I need a permit to build a retaining wall in Sandy, Utah?
If the wall is over 4 feet high, yes, because Sandy's list of work that needs no building permit only covers retaining walls up to 4 feet. A shorter wall still has to meet the city's Planning Division requirements, and you can reach that office at (801) 568-6058. We measure what your yard needs and tell you which side of that line your wall lands on.
Do I need a permit for a new walkway or paver driveway in Sandy?
Yes, from the Public Works Department, because sidewalks and driveways are off the city's building permit list but still need a Public Works permit. The Planning Division's requirements apply to them too, so we sort out what your walk or driveway calls for before we order material.
How do I apply for a building permit or schedule an inspection in Sandy?
You can do both through the city's online permitting portal, which also lets you check where an application stands. When we're doing the work we take care of that part, but the portal is there if you'd like to check the status yourself.
What does Sandy's Hazards Map show for my property?
The city's Hazards Map shows the Sensitive Area Overlay, the wildland fire interface and faults, and the city says that mapped information can affect what gets built. A lot inside the Sensitive Area Overlay has its own permit requirements, so it's worth looking up your address before you plan a tall wall or a foundation.
What causes liquefaction in the Salt Lake Valley, and does it matter for my walls?
Liquefaction is when loose, wet soil loses its strength in an earthquake, and the valleys along the Wasatch Front are especially prone to it because of susceptible soils, shallow groundwater and a relatively high chance of a moderate to large quake. That's a regional picture, not a reading of your lot, so for a foundation or a tall wall we start by looking at what's under it and what the Hazards Map shows for your address.
How much does masonry work cost in Sandy, UT?
Masonry in Sandy is priced job by job, and the biggest swings come from wall height, slope and how much old material has failed. A wall tall enough to need a permit adds design and inspection steps, and a steep or tight yard adds digging, base work and hand-carrying. I'll give you your own number once I've seen the job.