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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas. (775) 447-9279
RNO Reno Masonry handles foundation repair, brick work, chimney repair, retaining walls, and more across Reno and the surrounding region. Get a free on-site estimate with no obligation.
RNO Reno Masonry is a licensed masonry contractor serving Reno, NV and 12 surrounding communities. Whether your foundation is cracking, your chimney mortar is crumbling, or you need a new retaining wall, we handle all 16 masonry services that homeowners and property owners in this region rely on. Every job starts with a free on-site estimate so you know exactly what needs to be done before anything starts.
Cracks, settling, or bowing walls? We stabilize and restore your foundation before small problems become structural ones.
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Crumbling mortar, a damaged cap, or a cracked crown can let water in all winter. We fix it before your next cold season.
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Open mortar joints let Reno winters do serious damage. We repoint and seal them so your brickwork holds up for decades.
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Spalling, cracked, or stained bricks? We match and repair damaged sections so the fix blends in, not stands out.
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Cracked or uneven driveway? Pavers add curb appeal and handle Reno's freeze-thaw cycles better than plain concrete.
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Soil moving downhill or eroding your yard? A properly built retaining wall holds it in place for the long term.
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Aging brick or stone losing its strength and look? We restore the original character and structural integrity.
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Want a fireplace that actually performs? We build masonry fireplaces that are safe, efficient, and built to last.
Learn MoreYou reach out by phone or form. We respond within 1 business day to ask a few questions about what you are seeing and schedule a time to come look at the job in person. No phone quotes - we look before we price anything.
We come to your property, walk the area, and assess the actual problem - not just the symptom. You get a written estimate explaining what needs to be done, why, and what it costs. Take time to compare estimates. There is no pressure.
The crew shows up on the agreed day, does the work, and cleans up before leaving. We walk you through what was done and provide documentation of the completed repair. If a permit was required, that is handled as part of the job.
We hold a valid Nevada State Contractors Board license for masonry work. Every job carries full insurance coverage - protecting you and our crew from start to finish.
We do not quote masonry jobs over the phone. We come out, look at the job, and give you a written estimate - at no cost, with no pressure to sign anything on the spot.
We are a local business that works in this climate every day. We know what Reno's freeze-thaw winters, desert soil, and high elevation do to masonry - and we build repairs with that in mind.
Every project begins with a clear, written estimate. You know exactly what is being done, what it costs, and how long it will take - before the crew arrives. No surprise charges mid-job.
Ready to talk? (775) 447-9279 or send us a message.
"We had a section of our foundation wall that had been cracking since last winter. The crew came out, explained the issue in plain terms, and finished the repair in one day. Two months later it looks exactly as they left it - no new movement."
Robert M., Reno - Foundation repair
"Our chimney mortar had been crumbling for two seasons and we kept putting it off. Called RNO Reno Masonry in September and they had it tuckpointed before the first freeze. The new mortar matches the original color well - you have to look close to see where they worked."
Linda K., Sparks - Tuckpointing
"We wanted a brick retaining wall along the back of the property where the slope was washing out every spring. Got a written estimate, scheduled the work, and the crew finished in three days. First snowmelt season since the install and no movement at all."
David S., Carson City - Retaining wall construction
We respond within 1 business day. There is no obligation - you will receive a written estimate and nothing more. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site visit so we can look at the job in person before quoting anything.
(775) 447-9279RNO Reno Masonry is based in Reno, NV and serves homeowners and property owners across 12 communities - including Sparks, Carson City, Fernley, and south to Minden and Gardnerville. Most jobs in the Reno metro area can be scheduled within the same week.
Reno averages roughly 24 freeze-thaw cycles per year - each one a chance for water inside a crack to expand and widen the damage. That is why fall is the most protective time to schedule tuckpointing or crack repair here.
Even in Reno's dry climate, the water that does fall - spring snowmelt, occasional heavy rain - concentrates against foundations and mortar joints. Water intrusion causes more masonry damage than heat or age alone. Sealing entry points early is always cheaper than repairing the result.
Reno averages over 300 sunny days per year at high elevation, meaning intense UV exposure year-round. UV radiation breaks down sealants and accelerates mortar surface erosion - especially on south- and west-facing walls. Regular inspection every 15 to 20 years is smart in this climate.
If mortar joints are crumbling but bricks are intact, you have a season or two before things escalate. If water staining, spalling bricks, or interior damp spots appear, that is urgent - water is already inside. The Chimney Safety Institute of America recommends annual chimney inspections for exactly this reason.
A stair-step crack running diagonally across mortar joints signals that your wall or foundation has shifted. In Reno, minor seismic activity near local fault systems can cause or worsen this type of movement. Have a mason assess it before the next winter cycle.
Yes. Homes built in the 1970s and 1980s used softer mortar formulas designed to flex with older brick. Replacing that with a hard modern mix can crack the original bricks. An experienced local mason will test the existing mortar before mixing anything new.
RNO Reno Masonry is a licensed and insured masonry contractor based in Reno, NV, serving the greater Reno metro area and 12 surrounding communities since 2024. We hold a valid Nevada State Contractors Board license for masonry and structural work, issued by the state of Nevada.
We handle 16 distinct masonry services - from foundation repair and chimney work to retaining walls, tuckpointing, and outdoor kitchen construction. Every job starts with a free on-site assessment and a written estimate.
Learn more about our teamHairline cracks that have not moved in years are usually stable. Cracks wider than a quarter inch, cracks that are growing, or cracks accompanied by sticking doors or uneven floors need a professional look as soon as possible.
Open mortar joints let water in. In Reno, that water freezes every winter - widening the gap each cycle. A tuckpointing job that runs a few hundred dollars today can become a brick replacement job that costs many times more if it goes several seasons without attention. The Brick Industry Association provides useful guidance on mortar maintenance timelines.
Look for leaning or bowing sections, horizontal cracks, or soil visibly washing past or under the wall. A wall that has shifted more than an inch at the top is approaching the point where repair becomes more urgent than reconstruction.
Have questions about your specific situation? Call (775) 447-9279 or send us a message and we will follow up within 1 business day.
Reno is the second-largest city in Nevada and sits at over 4,400 feet above sea level in the high desert of the Great Basin. The city is home to roughly 265,000 residents, with the broader metro area approaching half a million. You can learn more about the city's geography and history at the Reno, Nevada Wikipedia page. The Reno Arch on Virginia Street downtown is the most recognized landmark in the city, visible from the heart of the casino district. The Truckee River runs through the center of town, shaping daily life and recreation for residents across the metro.
A large share of Reno's housing stock was built between the 1950s and the 1990s. Homes from that era - especially in neighborhoods near Midtown and the University of Nevada, Reno campus - are now 40 to 70 years old. After that many winters at high elevation, mortar joints, foundations, and concrete flatwork on these homes are commonly due for inspection or repair. Newer subdivisions in South Reno and along the Spanish Springs corridor are reaching the age where driveways, retaining walls, and exterior masonry need attention for the first time.
The combination of cold winters, hot dry summers, and the freeze-thaw cycles that come with Reno's climate puts more stress on masonry than homeowners moving from milder regions often expect. RNO Reno Masonry operates in this environment every day, which means the repairs we design account for what Reno winters actually do to mortar, concrete, and brick - not what a generic repair guide written for a different climate recommends.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
RNO Reno Masonry
1 E Liberty St STE 509Monday to Saturday: 8 AM to 7 PM. Sunday: 11 AM to 4 PM.
Call (775) 447-9279 or send us a message and we will schedule a free on-site estimate in Reno or a surrounding community.
