Our brick mason team in Collierville, TN delivers strong, attractive brick masonry for homes of every style. From new brick walls to detailed brick repairs, we focus on clean lines, proper support, and weather resistant construction so your brickwork looks great and performs for decades.
Superior Masonry Collierville provides professional brick mason throughout Collierville, TN, Tennessee and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call (901) 582-7374 or request your free quote.
Brick masonry for Collierville homes and businesses
Brick work in Collierville needs to handle summer heat, winter freezes, and the kind of heavy rain we get moving through from Memphis. At Superior Masonry Collierville, brick masonry is our everyday work, not a side service. We focus on structures that look clean and hold up in real Tennessee weather.
When you call us about a brick project, we start by walking the site in person. For new work, we look at soil conditions, drainage, existing concrete, and nearby trees that can shift foundations. For repairs, we check for cracks, loose bricks, bulging walls, mortar erosion, salt staining, and signs of water getting behind the brick. We explain what is only cosmetic and what could become a structural issue so you can decide what is worth fixing now.
We use real brick and tested mortar mixes suited to this region. A common mistake is using mortar that is too hard for existing old brick. That can cause the brick faces to pop off in a freeze. Superior Masonry Collierville matches mortar type, strength, and color so the repair bonds well without damaging the original wall. We also pay attention to how the wall will breathe and shed moisture, which matters in our humid climate.
How we actually build with brick
Good brick masonry is about what you cannot see just as much as what you can. A typical build starts with layout and foundation prep. For walls, columns, and steps, we confirm the footing size and depth, check rebar, and make sure the concrete footing is clean and set before we lay a single brick. If the existing slab or footing is not suitable, we discuss options for adding or replacing it so the brick does not crack in a year or two.
Once the base is right, we set our lines for level and plumb and start laying brick from the corners. Corners are built first because they control the height of every course. We keep a consistent joint thickness, usually around 3/8 inch, and constantly check bond pattern so the finished wall looks straight and uniform. For patios and walkways, we grade for proper slope away from the house, compact the base, and install edge restraints so bricks do not spread over time.
Mortar is mixed to a specific consistency depending on the job and the day. In the Collierville heat, mortar can dry too fast, so we adjust water, shade the work area where possible, and manage how much area we spread at once. Bricks are buttered and pressed into place, joints are tooled at the right stage for a tight seal, and then any smears are brushed off before they harden. For structural walls or taller columns, we often install rebar or metal ties inside the brick work as required by code or engineering.
At the end, we clean the brick with the lightest method that will do the job. Sometimes that is just brushing and water. Acid cleaning is a last resort and only used after testing on a small area so we do not burn the brick or streak the wall.
Brick options, layouts, and finishes
A lot of customers in Collierville think their only brick options are whatever the builder used, but you actually have many choices. Superior Masonry Collierville can match most common brick from regional yards, or we can help you pick a contrasting color or texture for accent walls, mailbox columns, or entry steps. We pay close attention to the existing house brick so additions do not look like an obvious patch.
Bond pattern is another design choice that affects both appearance and cost. Running bond is the most common and efficient for walls. Herringbone or basketweave are popular for patios and walkways, but they take more cutting and labor. We talk through how each pattern will handle foot traffic, furniture, and water flow. For driveways or vehicle areas, we choose patterns and brick that can handle heavier loads without shifting.
Joint style changes the look more than many people expect. Tooled concave joints shed water well and are the most durable for our wet seasons. Flush or raked joints give a more modern or rustic look but may need more upkeep. We can also integrate stone bands, soldier courses at the top of walls, or rowlock caps on planters and steps to make the brickwork stand out without blowing the budget.
For finishing, we can leave the brick natural, apply a breathable sealant in high splash areas, or use a lime wash or mortar wash for a softer, aged look. Any coating we recommend will be something that still allows moisture to escape, which is critical in our humid, storm prone climate.
What affects the price of a brick mason in Collierville
Customers often ask what drives the price of a brick project. The biggest factor is labor. Complex patterns, curves, tight spaces, and high walls all take more time and staging. If we need to set up scaffolding, work around landscaping that cannot be disturbed, or tie into existing walls with hidden anchors, that affects cost.
Materials are next. Solid brick costs more than thin brick, and some specialty colors and textures cost more than standard stock. Mortar type, reinforcing steel inside columns or walls, and proper drainage materials (like weep vents and flashing) also add to the material cost but are not places you want to cut corners. Inferior flashings or missing weep holes are a common cause of interior water damage that we see in older Collierville homes.
Site conditions matter more than most people think. If access is tight and we have to carry brick by hand from the street, or if we need to protect nearby driveways, pools, or landscaping with plywood and tarps, it adds time. Existing damage also plays a role. Removing failing brick, grinding out old mortar for tuckpointing, or straightening a bowed section of wall all require more precise work than laying new brick on open ground.
Superior Masonry Collierville provides written estimates that break out labor and materials so you can see where the money goes. We also explain any optional items, like sealers or decorative details, so you can choose what fits your budget while still getting solid, long lasting brickwork.
Common brick problems here and how we fix them
In and around Collierville, we see a few brick issues over and over. One is step cracking near corners of homes due to minor foundation movement. Not every crack is an emergency, but we look at the pattern and size. Small, stable cracks can often be repaired by cutting out the old mortar and bricks in that area, re-laying brick with proper ties, and repointing joints to close up gaps and keep water out.
Another frequent problem is spalling, where the face of the brick flakes off. This often shows up on chimneys, columns, and low walls that get direct rain and splash. It is usually caused by moisture in the brick combined with freeze and thaw cycles, or by the wrong type of mortar being used in a past repair. Our fix usually involves removing the damaged bricks, checking the source of moisture, installing or repairing flashing if needed, and replacing with compatible brick and mortar.
Efflorescence, the white powdery staining on brick, is also common here because of our moisture levels. While it is mostly a cosmetic issue, it can point to trapped moisture behind the wall. We gently clean it, then look for clogged weep holes, missing flashing, or grade problems that are feeding water into the wall. Addressing the cause is more important than just washing the surface.
We also handle loose or crumbling mortar, leaning or cracked brick steps, failing mailbox posts hit by vehicles, and settling around brick patios or walks. Superior Masonry Collierville focuses on repairing the underlying problem instead of just hiding it with a surface patch. We tell you plainly what can be fixed in place and what needs partial rebuilding so you are not paying to repair the same section again in two years.
