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Serving Richmond, CA and surrounding areas. (510) 660-6710
From cracked foundations to crumbling chimneys, RM Richmond Masonry handles the masonry repairs and installations Richmond homeowners rely on - done right, on time, with no surprises.
RM Richmond Masonry is a licensed masonry contractor serving Richmond, CA and 11 surrounding communities. We offer 16 masonry services - from foundation repair and chimney work to retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, and stone installation. Whether your brickwork is crumbling, your foundation is shifting, or you want something new built to last, we have handled it before and we know how to do it right in the Bay Area.
Cracks in your walls or uneven floors? We stabilize and restore your home's foundation.
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Crumbling mortar or water stains near your fireplace? We fix it before it spreads.
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Worn mortar lets water into your walls. Fresh tuckpointing seals and protects your brickwork.
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Spalling or loose bricks are a water problem waiting to happen. We repair and match.
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Cracked or heaving driveway? New pavers add curb appeal and handle heavy use for decades.
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Eroding slopes damage your yard and foundation. A solid retaining wall stops it for good.
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Faded or damaged masonry ages your home. Restoration brings it back to its original condition.
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Want a fireplace that actually works safely? We build and install masonry fireplaces properly.
Learn MoreWe keep things simple. Here is exactly what to expect from first call to finished job.
Tell us what you are seeing - cracks, crumbling mortar, a leaning wall, or a new project you want built. You do not need to know the technical terms. We will ask the right questions and get someone out to look within 1 business day of your first contact.
We come to your property and look at the problem in person before quoting anything. We assess the cause, check for related issues you may not have noticed, and explain what we found in plain language. You get a written estimate that covers exactly what will be done and what it costs.
Our crew handles permits, scheduling, and cleanup. When the job is done, we walk you through the finished work, explain what was repaired and why, and leave you with documentation. You should be able to see where we worked and feel confident the problem is solved.
We carry a valid California contractor's license and full insurance on every project. You can verify our license on the CSLB website in 30 seconds - license number available on request.
Every estimate is written, itemized, and delivered after we have actually seen your property. No phone quotes, no vague ballparks, no pressure to sign on the spot.
We live and work in Richmond. We know the clay soils, the older housing stock, the wet winters, and Richmond's permitting process - because this is our city too.
When you reach out, we respond within 1 business day - not a week later. Masonry problems do not wait for the rainy season to get worse, and neither should you.
Ready to get started? Call (510) 660-6710 or send us a message.
"We had horizontal cracks in our foundation wall that had been getting worse every winter. The team came out, explained exactly what was causing it, and had everything repaired in two days. The permit was handled for us and the city inspector signed off without any issues."
Marcus T., Richmond - Foundation repair
"Our chimney had not been touched since the house was built in the 1950s. The mortar was basically gone in spots and there were stains on the ceiling near the fireplace. They repointed the whole chimney, replaced the cap, and fixed the flashing. No more ceiling stains after the last rainy season."
Linda F., El Cerrito - Chimney repair
"The tuckpointing on our exterior brick wall matches almost perfectly - I had to look closely to see where they worked. They showed up on time, cleaned up completely, and the whole job took one day. Straightforward experience, which is all I wanted."
James R., Berkeley - Tuckpointing
We respond within 1 business day - no waiting around. There is no obligation when you submit this form. After we receive your message, someone from our office will call you to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for you.
(510) 660-6710RM Richmond Masonry is based in Richmond, CA and serves 12 communities across the East Bay - including Berkeley, Oakland, San Pablo, El Cerrito, and Vallejo. Most jobs are scheduled within the same week of your first call. Our service area covers the core of Contra Costa and Alameda counties.
Water is the root cause of most masonry damage - it seeps through cracks, freezes, expands, and breaks mortar apart from the inside. In Richmond, where coastal fog and winter rains hit hard, this process happens faster than in drier climates.
Hairline cracks in drywall are often cosmetic. The warning signs are cracks that grow wider over time, doors that no longer close, or floors that slope noticeably. Progressive movement - not just presence - is the signal to act.
Both work well in Richmond's mild winters, but clay soils that shift with the seasons can crack concrete slabs. Pavers handle ground movement better because individual pieces flex without fracturing - a practical advantage in the East Bay.
Routine tuckpointing on a residential home typically does not require a permit. Structural chimney repairs, liner replacements, and foundation work usually do. The City of Richmond's Building Services Division handles permitting - a reputable contractor will pull permits when required.
Masonry is rigid, not flexible - it does not bend with seismic movement. The East Bay's Hayward Fault puts repeated stress on mortar joints over time. Even small tremors can loosen joints in ways that are not visible from the ground but allow water in.
Early mortar failure is a straightforward tuckpointing job. Left through a few Bay Area winters, water works deeper into the wall and can damage the structure behind the brick. What starts as a $1,000 repair can become a $5,000 wall rebuild. The Brick Industry Association publishes guidance on masonry maintenance intervals.
RM Richmond Masonry is a licensed and insured masonry contractor company based in Richmond, CA, serving 12 East Bay communities since 2024. We hold a valid California contractor's license issued by the California Contractors State License Board, which you can verify online using our license number. Our work spans 16 masonry services - from foundation repair and chimney work to retaining walls, stone installation, and outdoor kitchens.
Learn more about our companyWhen mortar joints have gaps, soft spots, or are crumbling when pressed, water is already getting in. Before Richmond's November-March rainy season is the practical deadline.
They check crack patterns, floor levelness, whether doors and windows bind, and signs of soil movement beneath the slab. The goal is to find the cause, not just the symptom.
Look them up on the California Contractors State License Board website. It takes 30 seconds and shows license status, insurance, and any complaints. The CSLB is the authoritative source.
For more background on masonry maintenance standards, the International Masonry Institute publishes technical resources for homeowners and contractors. If you have a specific question about your property, contact us directly and we will give you a straight answer.
Richmond is a working Bay Area city with about 115,000 residents and a housing stock that tells the story of the region. A large share of homes here were built during the World War II shipbuilding boom - quickly, and with materials that are now aging. The Rosie the Riveter / World War II Home Front National Historical Park sits in Point Richmond, one of the city's most historic neighborhoods, where Victorian and Craftsman homes line streets that have seen a century of Bay Area weather. These are the kinds of properties where original brick chimneys, aging mortar, and older foundations are common facts of home ownership.
Outside of Point Richmond, Richmond's neighborhoods range from the dense residential blocks of the Iron Triangle near downtown to the newer construction in the Hilltop area. The Richmond BART station connects residents to San Francisco and Oakland daily. Many families here have owned their homes for decades and understand that older properties require real maintenance - not just cosmetic fixes. Clay soils throughout Contra Costa County shift with every wet-dry cycle, putting repeated stress on driveways, walkways, and foundation walls year after year.
RM Richmond Masonry works on homes across all of Richmond's neighborhoods - from the historic streets of Point Richmond to postwar bungalows in the Iron Triangle and ranch houses near Hilltop. We know what Richmond's climate does to masonry, and we build and repair with that in mind.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
RM Richmond Masonry
635 23rd St Ste C
Richmond, CA 94804
Monday to Saturday: 8 AM to 7 PM. Sunday: 11 AM to 4 PM.
RM Richmond Masonry serves Richmond and the East Bay with free on-site estimates, same-week scheduling, and no-obligation quotes.
