Serving Claremont, CA and surrounding areas. (909) 788-2977
Claremont Concrete & Masonry is the masonry contractor Pomona homeowners call for concrete block walls, brick repair, chimney restoration, and retaining walls - a local crew that responds within one business day and provides written estimates before work begins.
Pomona has a large number of block walls built in the 1960s and 1970s that are now 40-60 years old, many without the reinforcement standards required today. Our concrete block wall work includes both replacement of failing older walls and new construction with proper steel reinforcement and drainage built in from the start.
Pomona's mid-century homes - many built between the 1940s and 1960s - commonly have stucco exteriors and brick accents that crack from the combination of Inland Valley heat and occasional frost on cold winter nights. We repair spalled bricks and crumbling mortar joints before water finds a path into the wall cavity.
Older Pomona homes - particularly the Victorian and Craftsman properties in the Lincoln Park neighborhood - often have original brick chimneys with lime-based mortars that have reached the end of their service life. We repair and repoint these chimneys with compatible materials that won't force stress into the original brickwork.
Pomona homeowners with sloped lots or properties near hillside terrain often need retaining walls that can handle the combination of clay soil movement and irrigation pressure common in the area. We size footings and include drainage provisions based on the specific site conditions rather than a standard template.
Pomona summers regularly push past 95 degrees, and UV exposure at this inland location accelerates mortar breakdown faster than homeowners expect. Tuckpointing replaces dried-out, crumbling joints before gaps widen and water enters during the November-March rain season.
The modest lot sizes common throughout Pomona's established neighborhoods mean that front walkway condition is one of the most visible parts of a home's exterior. We build durable paver and masonry walkways designed to hold up to the sustained heat and light frost that Pomona properties experience across the year.
Pomona is one of the larger cities in the San Gabriel Valley, covering about 23 square miles and home to over 150,000 residents. A significant share of the housing stock was built between 1940 and 1970 - ranch-style and bungalow homes on modest 5,000-7,000 square foot lots, most finished in stucco with brick accents or block walls at the property boundary. These homes are now 55 to 85 years old, and many have never had their masonry inspected or repaired. Pomona summers regularly hit 100 degrees or higher, and that sustained heat combined with intense UV exposure accelerates mortar deterioration faster than in coastal cities. The result is widespread crumbling joints, spalling brick faces, and leaning boundary walls throughout the older neighborhoods.
The older and historic parts of Pomona add another layer of complexity. The Lincoln Park neighborhood contains some of the best-preserved Victorian, Craftsman, and Colonial Revival homes in the Inland Valley - properties built in the late 1800s and early 1900s that are sometimes listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Masonry repairs on these homes require matching original materials and using mortar that is compatible in hardness with the existing brick - a mistake a less experienced contractor makes regularly. Pomona is also in a seismic zone, which means any new block wall construction must meet reinforcement requirements, and the city's Building and Safety Division requires permits for structural masonry work. Santa Ana winds hit Pomona hard each fall, and after a significant wind event it is worth checking chimneys, boundary walls, and block walls for damage before the first winter rain arrives.
Our crew works throughout Pomona regularly, and we understand the local conditions that affect masonry work here. We pull permits from the City of Pomona Building and Safety Division for structural jobs and are familiar with the permit process at the Pomona Heritage guidelines that apply to historic properties in the Lincoln Park area. The range of housing in Pomona is wide - from Victorian-era single-family homes on wide lots near downtown to post-war ranch houses on tighter lots in the western neighborhoods and newer construction near Cal Poly Pomona on the eastern edge of the city.
Pomona is bordered by the 10, 60, and 71 freeways, and we navigate this well-connected grid regularly. The neighborhoods closest to the Fairplex on White Avenue and the streets surrounding Lincoln Park near Garey Avenue tend to have the heaviest concentration of older masonry that needs attention. The streets running east toward Cal Poly Pomona along Temple Avenue and the 71 corridor have a different mix - mid-century homes with block boundary walls that are now showing their age after 50-60 years without maintenance.
Pomona sits at the center of our service area - right between our home base in Claremont to the east and Montclair to the south. We cover all of Pomona with the same crew and the same turnaround expectations regardless of which neighborhood you are in.
Reach us by phone or the contact form. We follow up within one business day and ask a few basic questions about what you are seeing and where - so we show up to the site visit already knowing the context.
We come out to the property, walk the area with you, and explain what we are seeing in plain terms. You receive a written estimate that breaks down labor, materials, and total cost - not a verbal ballpark. This is also when we tell you whether a permit is required for your job and what that means for the timeline.
Your preparation is minimal - clear the work zone of furniture, planters, and vehicles. We handle permit paperwork, utility marking (done through California's 811 service before any digging), and equipment setup. We confirm a start date that works for your schedule.
We clean up debris at the end of each workday and do a full walk-through with you when the job is finished. If we used fresh mortar, we will tell you exactly what to expect as it cures over the following two to four weeks so nothing looks surprising the next morning.
We serve homeowners throughout Pomona, CA - from Lincoln Park and the Fairplex area to the neighborhoods near Cal Poly Pomona. Call us or fill out the form and we will be in touch within one business day.
(909) 788-2977Pomona is one of the larger cities at the eastern end of Los Angeles County, with a population of over 150,000 covering roughly 23 square miles. It sits at the point where the San Gabriel Valley meets the Inland Empire, bordered by the 10, 60, and 71 freeways. The city is home to Cal Poly Pomona, one of the largest universities in the Cal State system, and the Fairplex, home of the Los Angeles County Fair. The housing stock is a genuine mix - Victorian and Craftsman homes from the late 1800s in the Lincoln Park historic district, post-war ranch houses throughout the middle neighborhoods, and newer construction near the eastern edge of the city around the university.
About half of Pomona households are owner-occupied, and the owners here take their properties seriously - median home values have risen well above $500,000 in recent years. The Lincoln Park neighborhood stands out as one of the most intact historic residential areas in the entire Inland Valley, with homes that require careful material-matched repairs rather than generic patch jobs. Pomona borders Claremont to the east and Montclair to the south, sharing similar Inland Valley climate conditions - hot dry summers, Santa Ana winds in fall, and a concentrated rainy season from November through March that exposes every unaddressed crack in mortar and stucco alike.
Restore structural stability and stop foundation damage before it spreads.
Learn MoreFix cracks, spalling, and mortar deterioration for a safe, weathertight chimney.
Learn MoreReplace deteriorated mortar joints to protect and extend the life of your masonry.
Learn MoreRebuild or replace damaged bricks to restore appearance and structural integrity.
Learn MoreInstall durable, attractive pavers that enhance curb appeal and withstand heavy use.
Learn MoreBuild strong retaining walls that control erosion and transform sloped terrain.
Learn MoreCustom-built fireplaces designed for safety, efficiency, and lasting style.
Learn MoreConstruct solid, low-maintenance block walls for privacy, security, and boundaries.
Learn MoreCreate a level, load-bearing block foundation for new and existing structures.
Learn MoreBuild custom outdoor kitchens in stone and brick for year-round entertaining.
Learn MoreDesign and install durable walkways that guide guests and enhance landscaping.
Learn MoreLay custom brick walls that add character, privacy, and lasting value.
Learn MoreRepoint worn mortar joints to prevent water intrusion and preserve your brickwork.
Learn MoreWhether your home is a Lincoln Park Craftsman with a century-old chimney or a mid-century ranch with a failing block wall, call us today - we will have a written estimate back to you within one business day.
