Concrete Foundations in San Antonio

Masonry Foundations in San Antonio

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San Antonio Foundation Repair

San Antonio Masonry is a premiere and experienced company that serves the San Antonio area building and repairing building foundations. Whether you are starting new construction or need to improve the structural integrity of an existing foundation, we have the knowledge, experience and manpower to get it done. A foundation is the most important part of any building project, so make sure whoever is building this part of your building is experienced and vetted properly.


Here at San Antonio Masonry, we know what we are doing when it comes to all things masonry related but we want you to be just as confident in our abilities as we are. So, if you have any questions please feel free to call us and we will be happy to answer them in order to give you this confidence in our abilities. We want to make you feel as comfortable as possible. We believe it is extremely important to have good communication & confidence in the people you are working with.

We have a robust team of professionals that are friendly and experienced in building masonry foundations. The way our company's teams are run are very organized and strategic that way we make sure to stay on task and ahead of schedule, because we know that time is money. We are prepared for all of the variables that come with constructing a building's foundation and making sure it is a foundation that will stand the test of time.

Masonry Foundations

Modern masonry foundations are made from concrete rather than bricks or stone like used in the past. Often times concrete is used in combination with steel rebar for added stability and structural integrity. The purpose of a modern masonry foundation is to support the weight of a structure while distributing the weight across subsurface strata, and to act as an anchor for the structure.


Masonry foundations consist of masonry units that come in different shapes: rectangular, half-beams or "H" sections, arches, or specially shaped blocks called corbels. These masonry units are stacked on top of each other and are held together with mortar. Mortar is cement based adhesive used to connect masonry building materials.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How much does it cost to fix the foundation of a house?

The cost to repair the foundation of any building has a large range. It depends on the amount of degradation that has already occurred to the foundation. However, it can cost anywhere from $3,000-$4,000 dollars up to $50,000-$80,000.

Are foundation repairs worth the cost?

The short answer is, YES!

This is another answer that depends on your end goals and your budget. However, foundation repairs are extremely important to take care of if you decide on continuing to reside within the structure. A deteriorating foundation can cause eventual collapse causing extreme harm and damage.

Will homeowners insurance cover the costs of foundation repair?

Technically, yes. Your homeowners insurance includes foundation repair. However, many of the instances that cause foundational damage to a property are excluded from being covered by a standard homeowner's policy. Be sure the check your homeowner's insurance policy for details on whether or not your home's insurance will cover foundation repair.

What happens if you don't fix foundation?

The pier and beam foundation will start to decay if you don't fix it. Water can come in through the cracks where the post is nailed or screwed into the top of the reinforcement beams that stake out your property. Mold and mildew cause wood to rot away over time when there is water damage beneath your home

Masonry Foundation Repair Techniques

Some of the techniques we offer to fix foundations are underpinning, shimming, water management, steel piers, concrete piers, helical piers, segmented piers, spot piers, grouting, high density polyurethane foam, and slabjacking or mudjacking.


We offer a variety of foundation repair services, so we can find one that is best for your foundation at San Antonio Masonry.

Think you're experiencing foundation problems? Contact us today!

Masonry San Antonio is available Monday through Friday 9am-6pm & Saturday 9am-2pm to answer any questions or concerns about your residential or commercial structures. Call us now at 210-361-8322 for more information on how we can fix these issues before they become larger ones later down the road!

Masonry Foundation Building Techniques

Masonry foundations function much in the same way as other types of foundation systems. Depending on what time of year you are building, where you are building and the type of soil found below the surface, there are different methods used to hold masonry foundations in place. For example, foundations can be erected above a pile system or an exoskeleton, if it is necessary to do so. This allows them to bear more weight than their traditional counterparts. Another method for reinforcing masonry foundations is by pouring concrete directly into the drilled holes that have been placed within the supporting strata. This method is used when high-strength materials are needed or when surrounding soils require extra strength and stability.

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Foundations come in many depths: high-rises have much greater depth requirements than homes in order to maintain its stability due to its increased height. Retrofitting a foundation is also simpler for a  home residence, since the structure is relatively smaller, it is more manageable to be jack up off of the foundation to undergo a foundation replacement.

These are some warning signs that you should start thinking about replacing your building's foundation may need to be repaired.

  • Cracks in the exterior or interior of the foundation
  • Cracks in the interior of the sheetrock
  • Window and door frame separation from structure
  • Out of square doors and uneven or bouncy floors
  • Tile cracks
  • Expansion Joint Separation
Masonry Foundation Repair

Masonry foundations are the backbone of any home. Without masonry, many homes would not be stable and could collapse at any time. In San Antonio, masonry foundations are especially important because they can help reduce or eliminate flooding caused by heavy rains. This is why masons in San Antonio are so sought after. When a foundation has been built wrong, it's very difficult to fix it later on down the road. If you're looking for masons in San Antonio, Texas then look no further than our company! We get it right the first time so there won't have to be a second time. 


Common issues regarding masonry foundations in the San Antonio, Texas area are  masonry foundations settling. This happens because the masons who built them did not build them right and they will need to be rebuilt, or repaired now that it's been noticed. At San Antonio masonry, we are a company that takes pride in building masonry foundations correctly from day one so that you can avoid having to deal with issues such as this years down the road. 


San Antonio masonry is a company committed to providing our clients with the best customer service that they have ever experienced. Not only do we offer quality work, but also unparalleled pricing for our services and products. We are confident in what we can provide you at San Antonio Masonry because of all the years of experience working on these types of structures.
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