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Temple Concrete & Masonry handles foundation repair, brick work, retaining walls, chimneys, and stone masonry across Temple and Central Texas.
Temple Concrete & Masonry is a full-service masonry contractor in Temple, TX, serving homeowners and property owners across Bell County and beyond. We handle 16 masonry and concrete services - from foundation repair to outdoor kitchens - covering 12 cities across Central Texas. Every job starts with a free on-site estimate and a clear, written scope of work.
Cracks in your walls or sticking doors? We stop foundation movement before it costs you more.
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Water getting in your fireplace? We restore mortar, caps, and liners so your chimney is safe to use.
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Crumbling mortar leaves your brick walls open to water. We repack joints and keep your home protected.
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Spalled bricks and failed mortar let moisture in. We match and replace damaged sections to stop the damage.
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Cracked concrete or plain asphalt? A paver driveway adds curb appeal and handles Texas heat for decades.
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Erosion pulling your yard downhill? A properly built retaining wall holds the ground where you want it.
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Old brick losing its character? We clean, repair, and restore masonry to its original strength and look.
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No fireplace yet? We build wood-burning and gas fireplace surrounds from brick or stone.
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Want the look of natural stone without the full masonry cost? Stone veneer adds real curb appeal.
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Need a durable boundary or privacy wall? Concrete block construction is built to last decades.
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Building on a slope or adding below-grade space? We install concrete block foundation walls correctly.
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Ready to cook outside year-round? We build outdoor kitchens from brick and stone that hold up in Texas heat.
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Cracked or uneven walkways are a trip hazard. We build clean, level paths that last.
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Need a new garden wall, privacy wall, or decorative border? We build brick walls built to your spec.
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Natural stone for walls, steps, or accents. We lay and set stone so it looks right and lasts.
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Mortar joints worn down to almost nothing? Brick pointing seals them back up before water gets in.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or the contact form. We will ask a few quick questions - what you are seeing, where the problem is, and how old the home is. We respond within 1 business day and schedule a time that works for you.
A contractor visits your property, walks the problem areas with you, and explains what they find in plain language. You get a written estimate covering everything - labor, materials, permits, and cleanup - before we touch anything.
Once you approve the scope, we schedule the job and get it done. We pull required permits, clean up the work area before we leave, and walk you through the finished work so you know exactly what was completed.
We carry general liability and workers compensation coverage on every job. Certificates are available before work starts - no need to take our word for it.
We have worked on homes across Bell County for years, and we know how Temple's clay soil and climate affect masonry. Local experience means fewer surprises on your job.
Every estimate is free. A contractor visits your property, assesses the work in person, and gives you a written scope and price before you commit to anything.
Foundation pier installations include a written warranty that transfers to new owners. We stand behind our masonry repairs with workmanship you can count on.
Ready to talk about your project? Call (254) 791-8302 or request a free estimate online.
They found the cracked mortar joints on our chimney that had been leaking for two seasons. The repair was done in one day and the joints were matched so well you can barely tell where the old mortar ended. We finally used the fireplace last winter without worrying.
David R., Temple - Chimney repair
Our foundation had been shifting for years and we kept putting off the call. The estimate was clear, the permit was pulled without us doing anything, and the crew finished in two days. The doors that used to stick don't anymore.
Maria S., Belton - Foundation repair
We had a section of brick wall near our front entry that looked terrible - mortar crumbling and a couple of bricks starting to spall. The color match on the new mortar was good and the job site was clean when they left. Solid work.
Kevin T., Killeen - Brick repair
We respond within 1 business day - no obligation, no pressure. After you submit the form, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for you.
(254) 791-8302Temple Concrete & Masonry is based in Temple, TX and serves 12 cities and communities across Central Texas - including Belton, Killeen, Waco, and Harker Heights. We can typically schedule a free on-site estimate within the same week for most service areas.
Temple's Blackland Prairie clay expands when it rains and contracts during drought, putting constant stress on mortar joints. That movement - combined with summer temperatures above 100 degrees - breaks down mortar faster here than in most other parts of the country.
Brick and mortar are both porous and absorb moisture. When water gets in and then the temperature swings - even a mild freeze - it expands and widens cracks. Catching failing mortar joints early is almost always less expensive than repairing water damage behind the wall.
Most foundation pier installations in Temple require a building permit through the City of Temple's Building Inspections division. A permit means a city inspector verifies the work - which protects you when you sell. Any contractor who says permits are not required for pier work is a red flag.
Tuckpointing restores mortar joints, but if bricks are spalling, bowing, or if large diagonal cracks run across multiple courses, the wall may need structural attention. A good mason assesses the full picture before recommending repair versus replacement of damaged sections.
Spring and fall are ideal - moderate temperatures let mortar cure properly and bond well. Summer work is possible but the heat can dry mortar too fast. Winter is generally fine in Temple since hard freezes are short-lived, though fresh mortar needs to set before a hard freeze hits.
Quality tuckpointing done with the right mortar mix can last 25 to 30 years. Foundation pier systems are designed to last the life of the home. The key factor is matching materials to local conditions - mortar that is too hard for older brick, or too soft for high-movement soil, will fail early.
The Brick Industry Association publishes technical guidance on mortar selection, repair methods, and maintenance schedules for brick masonry.
Temple Concrete & Masonry is a licensed and insured masonry contractor company based in Temple, TX, serving 12 cities across Central Texas since 2017. We carry general liability and workers compensation insurance, registered under Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for construction contractors. Over the years we have completed masonry and concrete work across all 16 service categories, from foundation pier installations to outdoor kitchens, for homeowners throughout Bell County and the surrounding region.
Learn more about our team and approachYes. Getting two or three written estimates helps you understand what a fair price looks like for your specific job. Be cautious of any bid that is dramatically lower than the others without a clear explanation - cheap masonry often means wrong mortar mix, skipped permits, or rushed work.
Small cracks rarely stay small. In Temple's climate, summer heat widens mortar cracks and heavy rain pushes water into those gaps. Once moisture is behind the wall it can damage structure, cause mold, and make the eventual repair much larger. Early repairs almost always cost less.
Yes. Brick made before 1950 was often fired at lower temperatures and is softer than modern brick. Using too-hard mortar on older brick forces the brick itself to absorb stress rather than the mortar - and the brick cracks. A mason should assess existing mortar hardness before mixing anything new.
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension publishes research on expansive soils and foundation maintenance specific to Central Texas - worth reading if you are dealing with recurring masonry movement. Questions about your home? Call us at (254) 791-8302.
Temple is a mid-size city of around 90,000 residents in Bell County, roughly halfway between Austin and Waco along the I-35 corridor. Census data shows the city has been growing steadily, with a high share of owner-occupied homes and a housing stock that ranges from historic neighborhoods near downtown to newer subdivisions on the south and west sides.
A large portion of Temple homes were built between the 1950s and 1980s - the same era that produced most of the brick veneer ranch homes you see throughout Bell County neighborhoods. Brick is common here, and so are the masonry problems that come with it: crumbling mortar, foundation movement from the area's expansive clay soil, and chimney wear from decades of seasonal temperature swings. Landmarks like the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum in the historic downtown area sit in a corridor full of older structures that reflect just how long the city has been here.
Whether your home is near the Baylor Scott and White Medical Center campus, out toward Belton Lake, or in one of Temple's established central neighborhoods, the soil conditions and climate here put real demands on masonry and concrete. Temple Concrete & Masonry has worked across all of these areas and knows what local homes typically need.
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Temple Concrete & Masonry
409 N 4th St
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 791-8302hello@templetexasmasonry.comAlways open, 24/7.
Call Temple Concrete & Masonry for a free on-site estimate - no obligation, no pressure, just a straight answer about what your home needs.