Brick and block
Walls, piers, foundations and repairs
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MASONRY · ESSEX COUNTY
Masonry contractor in Essex County, NJ
Essex County has some of New Jersey's richest older masonry, from Newark's older brick buildings to Montclair's historic districts and West Orange's stone walls. We repoint, rebuild and repair brick and stone, steps and stoops, and build new masonry. Historic properties often need a commission's review first.
Services
Masonry services we offer
Stone veneer
Natural and manufactured stone on walls, columns and foundations
Steps and stoops
Brick, stone and concrete steps rebuilt or repaired
Repair and repointing
Cracked joints, loose brick, spalling and water damage
County Rules
Working on county roads in Essex County
Masonry in a county sidewalk or roadway falls under Essex County Public Works permits.
Essex County DPW permitsLocal Rules
Local rules that affect masonry work
- Montclair: 4 local historic districts and 64 designated landmarks.Montclair HPC
- Newark: Landmarks & Historic Preservation.Newark Landmarks & Historic Preservation
- West Orange has a Historic Preservation Commission.West Orange HPC
- Maplewood has a Historic Preservation Commission.Maplewood HPC
Checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the town before work starts. General information, not legal advice.
Service Area
Towns we serve in Essex County
FAQ
Common questions about masonry in Essex County
Does repointing a historic home in Essex County need approval?+
It can. Montclair, Newark, West Orange, Maplewood and Belleville have historic preservation commissions. Check with your town before exterior work.
Do you match old brick and mortar?+
We match brick, stone and mortar color as closely as available materials allow.
Do you give free estimates in Essex County?+
Yes. Send us the details through our quote form or call (917) 532-5651. We review requests Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Planning masonry work in Essex County?
Mehal Construction Corp. is registered with SAM.gov for federal contracting and with NJ Public Works for state government contracting.