Arlington Mason for Brick Steps and Walkways on Older Two-Families and Colonials
Neto Painting & Masonry, based in Everett, MA.
- 8 years of masonry experience
- Based in Everett, MA
- Real photos of our own work
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The short answer
Who does masonry contractor work in Arlington, MA?
Masonry Contractor for Arlington homes
Arlington runs from the flat, dense streets of East Arlington near the Cambridge and Somerville line up to the steep hills of Arlington Heights, Turkey Hill and the area around Robbins Farm Park. Those two ends of town ask for very different masonry. Down near Spy Pond and Massachusetts Avenue, it is mostly two-family homes and Colonials on small lots with brick stoops close to the sidewalk. Up in the Heights, houses perch on slopes where long flights of steps and retaining walls are part of the lot.
A lot of Arlington housing went up in the early 1900s through the 1920s as the streetcar and rail lines reached the town. Those homes are now a century old, and their original brick steps, foundation parging and chimneys are wearing out together. Arlington also has seven local historic districts, including Pleasant Street, Jason-Gray, Mount Gilboa/Crescent Hill and Avon Place, where visible exterior changes are reviewed by the Historic District Commissions.
For most Arlington owners the job is practical: make the steps safe again, stop the leak at the chimney, and fix the walk or wall before it gets worse. We do that with materials that suit the house, whether that is brick to match the original stoop or granite treads that will outlast the next few winters.
What we see in Arlington
Crumbling brick stoops on two-family homes
Brick steps on 100-year-old two-families often have soft, washed-out joints and loose top treads. Shared entrances mean more traffic and more salt. We repoint where the brick is sound and rebuild with brick or granite treads where it is not.
Steep lots in the Heights and on Turkey Hill
Hillside homes need retaining walls and longer step runs, and water running downhill wears both out. Proper footings, drainage behind walls and a solid base under steps keep them from shifting again.
Historic district rules on visible changes
Inside Arlington's local historic districts, changes visible from the street can require commission review. Repair in kind is usually easier than a new design, and we can help document materials for the application.
Neighborhoods we cover in Arlington: East Arlington, Arlington Center, Arlington Heights, Jason Heights, Turkey Hill, Morningside, Spy Pond area.
How we serve Arlington
Arlington is roughly 5 miles from our Everett base, one of the closer towns we serve. We pay attention to the realities of an Arlington job: tight lots and shared entries in East Arlington, steep access in the Heights, and historic district review where it applies. You get a clear scope and price before any work starts.
What we can do for your Arlington home
- Brick & Granite StepsBrick, granite and bluestone steps repaired or rebuilt on a solid base, for Greater Boston homes.
- Chimney Repair & RebuildRepointing, new crowns and caps, flashing repairs and rebuilds above the roofline.
- Retaining WallsBlock and stone walls with real drainage behind them, plus repair of walls that lean or bulge.
- House PaintingInterior and exterior painting, so the door, railing and trim match the new work out front.
Masonry Contractor questions from Arlington homeowners
Simple repointing and resetting a few bricks can cost far less than a full rebuild. Rebuilding a set of brick steps, or switching the treads to granite, usually runs into several thousand dollars depending on size. We give a free on-site estimate with an exact price.
If you are inside one of Arlington's local historic districts and the work is visible from a public way, it may need review by the Historic District Commissions. Ordinary repair with matching materials is often handled more simply. Check with the town before starting.
Yes. We look at the height, soil and drainage, then build with a proper footing and drainage stone behind the wall. Walls over about 4 feet usually need a permit and engineered design in Massachusetts.
Yes, Neto Painting & Masonry also does house painting, so trim, railings and siding around new steps or a repaired chimney can be handled by the same company.
Ready to get it fixed in Arlington?
Call or text (857) 335-0897 or request an estimate online.
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