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Serving Mount Pleasant, NY and surrounding areas. (845) 286-8783
Mount Pleasant Masonry handles foundation repair, chimney work, tuckpointing, brick repair, and more across Mount Pleasant and surrounding Westchester County communities. We show up on time, explain everything in plain language, and back our work with a written warranty.
Mount Pleasant Masonry is a locally owned masonry contractor company serving Mount Pleasant, NY and the surrounding Westchester County area. We offer 16 masonry services - from foundation repair and chimney work to custom outdoor kitchens and retaining walls - and we serve 12 communities across New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Every project comes with a free on-site estimate and a written warranty. We handle permits, coordinate inspections, and keep you informed at every step.
Cracks in your foundation only grow with time. We stabilize walls, seal entry points, and fix the drainage issues that caused the problem.
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Crumbling mortar or a damaged liner? We repair chimneys before water and freeze-thaw cycles turn a small fix into a structural job.
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Worn mortar joints let water in and bricks apart. We grind out the old material and pack in new mortar matched to your existing wall.
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Spalling, crumbling, or missing bricks compromise your whole wall. We replace damaged units and match the mortar so repairs blend in.
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Cracked asphalt is an eyesore and a liability. Paver driveways hold up to Westchester winters and stay looking good for decades.
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Eroding slopes damage landscaping and foundations. A properly built retaining wall stops the slide and adds structure to your yard.
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Staining, erosion, and crumbling surfaces age your home fast. We restore masonry to its original strength and appearance.
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Want a wood-burning or gas fireplace? We build and install custom masonry fireplaces designed to perform safely for years.
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Stone veneer adds the look of natural stone without the full cost. We install it correctly so it stays bonded and weather-tight.
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Concrete block walls are strong, versatile, and cost-effective. We build them level, plumb, and ready for decades of use.
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A block wall foundation done right keeps water out and your home sitting solid. We build them to code with proper permits.
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Turn your backyard into a real cooking space. We build durable outdoor kitchens using brick, stone, and block that handle the weather.
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Uneven or crumbling walkways are a tripping hazard. We lay level, properly pitched paths in brick, stone, or pavers.
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A well-built brick wall adds privacy, definition, and lasting curb appeal. We build garden walls, boundary walls, and more.
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Natural stone brings timeless character. We work with fieldstone, bluestone, granite, and more for walls, steps, and features.
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Recessed or missing pointing lets water straight into your brick wall. We remove old material and repoint joints cleanly.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or through the contact form. We will respond within 1 business day to gather a few basic details - what you are seeing, where it is, and how long it has been going on. This helps us arrive prepared with the right tools and a realistic idea of what the job involves.
We come to your property, walk the affected area with you, and look at the full picture - not just the visible damage but the conditions that caused it. You get a written estimate that explains exactly what we found, what we propose to fix, and what it will cost. No pressure to decide on the spot.
Once you approve the estimate, we schedule the job and get it done. We pull any required permits, coordinate inspections, and clean up before we leave. At the end, we walk you through the completed work and hand over your warranty documentation before the truck pulls out of the driveway.
We carry full liability insurance and hold the state and Westchester County contractor registration required for home improvement work. You can verify our credentials before we lift a tool.
Every project starts with a free visit to your property and a written estimate. We explain what we found, what needs to happen, and what it costs - no vague quotes, no surprise charges on the final invoice.
We are a local company, not a franchise. We know the older housing stock in Pleasantville, Hawthorne, and Valhalla, and we understand how Westchester winters affect masonry. Our crew lives and works here.
We back every job with a written warranty that covers both materials and workmanship - not just one or the other. If something fails under normal conditions, we come back and make it right.
Ready to talk? Call (845) 286-8783 or send us a message.
The foundation on my 1950s Colonial had been leaking every spring for years. The crew found the drainage problem on the first visit, fixed the wall and the grading around it, and I went through a full wet season last April with zero water in the basement. Worth every dollar.
Mark D., Pleasantville, NY
Foundation repair
My chimney had loose bricks and mortar falling off near the roofline. They came out, gave me a clear estimate, and finished the tuckpointing in two days. The color match was better than I expected - you can barely tell which sections were repaired.
Linda R., Tarrytown, NY
Tuckpointing
We had a retaining wall that had been slowly tipping over for three years. They rebuilt it properly, pulled the permit, and had it inspected. Solid work - no more worrying about it falling over into the neighbor's yard.
James T., Ossining, NY
Retaining wall construction
We respond within 1 business day - usually sooner. There is no obligation to proceed after the estimate, and no payment is required to schedule a visit. After you submit, someone from our office will call you to confirm the details and schedule a free on-site assessment at a time that works for you.
(845) 286-8783Mount Pleasant Masonry serves 12 communities across Westchester County, lower Connecticut, and northern New Jersey - including Pleasantville, White Plains, Tarrytown, and Yonkers. We offer same-week scheduling for most jobs, and we keep our service area tight so we can show up when we say we will.
Westchester County averages dozens of freeze-thaw cycles per season - temperatures regularly swing above and below 32 degrees multiple times per week from November through March. Each cycle forces moisture in your mortar and concrete to expand and contract, which is the primary reason masonry in this area deteriorates faster than in milder climates.
The glacially deposited soil throughout Westchester has high clay content, which swells when wet and shrinks when dry. That movement puts constant lateral pressure on foundation walls and cracks mortar joints in driveways and walkways. The NRCS Web Soil Survey confirms this soil composition across the region.
No - and this is one of the most common masonry mistakes. Homes built before 1960 typically used soft, lime-based mortar that was meant to flex with the building. A hard Portland cement mortar forces movement into the brick itself, causing new cracks. The National Park Service Preservation Briefs recommend testing existing mortar before mixing anything new.
Routine maintenance like tuckpointing does not typically require a permit. Structural work - foundation repairs, chimney rebuilds, retaining walls over a certain height, and block wall installation - usually does. The Town of Mount Pleasant Building Department handles permits; your contractor should manage the filing, but knowing the threshold helps you ask the right questions.
A solid warranty covers both materials and labor - not just one. A warranty that replaces the materials but not the cost to reinstall them is worth far less than it sounds. For homes in the Northeast, look for a warranty that specifically addresses performance through freeze-thaw conditions, since that is what will test the repair most.
October through March is a difficult window for mortar work. Cold temperatures prevent proper curing, and work done just before a hard freeze can fail within one season. Late spring through early fall is the recommended window. The{' '}Brick Industry Association{' '} notes that mortar should not be applied when temperatures will drop below 40 degrees within 24 hours of application.
Mount Pleasant Masonry is a licensed and insured masonry contractor company based in Mount Pleasant, NY, serving Westchester County and surrounding communities since 2023.
We hold the home improvement contractor registration required by New York State and Westchester County, and we carry full liability insurance on every project. Our work spans 16 masonry services across 12 communities in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey.
We focus on doing the job right the first time - with proper prep work, correct material selection for older Westchester homes, and permits pulled where required. Every project comes with a written warranty.
Vertical hairline cracks are usually normal settling. Diagonal cracks, cracks wider than a credit card, or cracks that let in water or air are worth having a professional look at before winter.
Yes. Visible mortar deterioration and unpermitted structural work are two of the most common flags on a buyer's inspection report. Addressing them before listing protects your asking price.
Fresh mortar takes 24-48 hours to get wet and up to 28 days to reach full cure. During that window, keep sprinklers and power washers away from the new joints.
The Brick Industry Association maintains a homeowner resource library with guidance on repair standards and material selection - worth a look if you want to understand what good masonry work looks like before you hire anyone. Ready to schedule? Call (845) 286-8783 or request a free estimate online.
Mount Pleasant is a Westchester County town of about 44,000 people that includes several distinct villages and neighborhoods - Pleasantville, Valhalla, Hawthorne, and Thornwood among them. Residents tend to identify closely with their specific village, and the housing stock reflects that local character: block after block of traditional Colonials, Cape Cods, and Tudor-style homes, many of them built between the 1920s and the 1960s. You can read more about the town on the Town of Mount Pleasant's official website.
A few landmarks define the town for longtime residents. The Kensico Reservoir occupies a significant portion of the town's land and shapes the open, low-density feel of the area. The village of Pleasantville has its own downtown and a busy Metro-North commuter station that draws residents who work in New York City but prefer a quieter home base. And Westchester Community College sits in Valhalla, right at the heart of town.
Most homes in Mount Pleasant sit on large, wooded lots - the mature oaks and maples that make the area beautiful in fall also mean masonry is constantly exposed to shade, moisture, and falling debris. Add Westchester's freeze-thaw winters and clay-heavy soil, and it is no surprise that foundation issues, chimney deterioration, and failing mortar joints are routine for homeowners here. Mount Pleasant Masonry works on these properties every day - we know the older housing stock, we understand what local conditions do to masonry, and we build and repair to last through the seasons ahead.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
Mount Pleasant Masonry
344 Willis Ave
Mount Pleasant, NY 10532
Always open, 24/7.
Call Mount Pleasant Masonry today for a free on-site estimate - we cover all of Westchester County and respond within 1 business day.