Masonry contractor in Turlock, CA - repairs that fix the real cause
Precision Turlock Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Turlock. We repair brick, repoint crumbling mortar joints and build block walls, retaining walls, pavers and outdoor masonry for homeowners across the city.
Every service we offer in Turlock
Every service below is available in Turlock. Tap one to read more, or call (209) 410-9284 and tell me what you're looking at.
- Foundation repair
- Chimney repair
- Tuckpointing
- Brick repair
- Driveway pavers
- Retaining wall construction
- Masonry restoration
- Fireplace installation
- Stone veneer installation
- Concrete block walls
- Foundation block wall installation
- Outdoor kitchen masonry
- Walkway construction
- Brick wall installation
- Stone masonry
- Brick pointing
What we check on Turlock properties
Turlock is flat, and the city notes that flat ground here can see shallow flooding after heavy winter rain, even though no part of the city sits in a FEMA flood plain. For masonry, that means water standing against foundations, wall bases and paver edges. That's why foundation repair and wall work with us start with where the water goes, because a crack that stays wet tends to come back.
The city assigns structures here to Seismic Design Category D, an earthquake design rating, and assumes Site Class D soil unless a soils report or a design professional shows otherwise. That's the rating a permitted wall or chimney gets designed to, so on anything tall or structural I plan the footing and reinforcing with it in mind.
Where water sits
On flat lots, rain can pool against walls and slabs. We look at grade and runoff first, so a repair isn't sitting in water next winter.
What's behind a crack
A cracked wall or crumbling joint usually has a cause underneath, like settling or trapped water. I find that before we patch anything.
Where your line is
County maps show lot sizes but not the exact property line. For a wall near the edge, the city points owners to a licensed surveyor or engineer.
Turlock is where we're based
We're based in Turlock, so a job here is close to home. We're licensed and insured, and the city requires every business operating in Turlock to hold a city business license, so it's fair to ask any contractor about theirs.
Price turns on what I find on the walk: how much brick or block there is, how deep the damage goes, what the footing needs and how easy the spot is to reach. The schedule turns on whether the job needs a permit and on the weather. My estimate lays out what I'd do.
I come out to look at the job myself, and our crew lead and masons do the work. Have photos ready, and tell us if the wall sits near a property line. We work the cities around Turlock too, like Modesto, Ceres and Hilmar.
- Area
- Turlock, CA
- Phone
- (209) 410-9284
- Hours
- Mon–Sun: 7 AM–10 PM
- Based in
- Turlock, CA 95380
Tell me about the job
Send photos and a few lines through the form, or call. We reply within one business day, then I walk the job for a free, no-obligation estimate.
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(209) 410-9284Questions about masonry work in Turlock
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Do I need a permit for a block or retaining wall in Turlock?
Yes, if the wall is over 4 feet tall measured from the bottom of the footing, according to the city. Masonry fences no taller than 5 feet from the ground on either side are on the city's exemption list, but work not on its lists may still need a permit. When yours does, we handle the paperwork.
Who has to get the building permit for masonry work in Turlock?
The city puts that on the property owner, but a licensed contractor or someone the owner authorizes can submit and sign the application. The permit has to be in hand before work starts. When your job needs one, we handle the application with the city's Building & Safety Division.
How wide can a paver driveway be in Turlock?
The city's Planning FAQ says a residential driveway approach can be no wider than 40% of your lot width, and paving can cover at most 55% of the front yard. The plan needs Planning Department approval, plus an encroachment permit from the Engineering Department for any work in the public right-of-way by the street.
How much can a contractor ask for as a down payment in California?
The Contractors State License Board caps a home improvement down payment at $1,000 or 10 percent of the contract price, whichever is less. The board says that rule applies to all home improvement projects. If someone wants more than that up front, treat it as a warning sign.