Block Walls in Orem, UT | Grant North Masonry

Reliable Block Wall Construction Services in Orem, UT

Best block wall construction services begin below ground. Well before the first course is laid, there are factors, such as soil type, slope, and drainage, that determine the depth of the footing and how much weight the wall will be able to support. Grant North Masonry, LLC has been building privacy walls, boundary walls and structural retaining walls for home and business owners in Orem for 40 years. These decisions are the ones that will be reflected in the completed wall, as the owner builds each wall personally and has no subcontracted crew. That continuity will keep a wall straight, level, and reliable.

Affordable Concrete Block Wall Contractor Serving Orem, UT

A concrete block wall contractor who has no sales layer can estimate the actual work to be done: length, height, footing and drainage requirements, materials and labor. The estimate is made on site prior to construction; therefore, it takes into consideration the slope of your yard and the purpose of the wall. Senior and military customers get a 5% discount on finished projects. In addition, the estimate is free, allowing Orem property owners to compare a number instead of getting a rough estimate that changes as soon as excavation starts.

Retaining Block Wall Company in Orem, UT

The retaining block wall company should consider itself an engineer rather than a bricklayer. Soil constantly pushes against the wall and water behind the wall adds to the pressure. For that reason, every retaining wall is built with drainage behind it and a footing sized to the soil. The mason is licensed and insured in Utah and works within a 30 mile radius of Riverton. Decorative and structural block walls alike are built to cope with Utah’s freeze and thaw cycles, so they stay put instead of shifting or cracking. That expert planning separates a wall that lasts from one that leans.

How Long Block Walls Last?

A well constructed one can last for 50 years or more, with minimal maintenance. The result is based on what happened prior to the wall going up, such as a deep enough foundation to support the soil, quality block, and drainage that provides water with a place to flow. Shortcuts in any of those three are almost always the reason for early failures. The most vulnerable are retaining walls, as water trapped against them exerts pressure causing bulging and leaning. The cheapest insurance a wall can have is good drainage. Regular monitoring of leaning, cracking or pooling water around the base of the tree will catch problems early.

Cinder Block vs. Brick Walls

The cinder block vs brick wall question mostly comes down to budget, strength and looks. Block is faster to build and costs less, which suits retaining walls and structural walls that will be finished with stucco or another facing. Brick costs more in materials but delivers a finished face with nothing added. If strength on a budget is the priority, block usually wins, and a stuccoed or sealed finish can improve its appearance. Where the wall will be seen every day, such as along a Orem front yard, brick often justifies the extra cost. Either way, the footing and drainage matter more than the material.

Who We Are

Established in 2022, Grant North Masonry has 40 years of masonry experience. Being a self-employed owner, each block wall is planned and constructed personally, without a sales team or subcontractors taking an “in-between” position and calls go directly to the mason. Mostly, the walls fail due to drainage, and each project is planned from the footing up. The company operates in Orem, 7 days a week, 7 am to 6 pm, in neighborhoods including Aspen. The same principle applies to all the walls: Who plans the wall, builds the wall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit?

Requirements are based on height of the wall and its location. In most cases, taller retaining walls require a permit and planning checks are carried out before works commence. Ask us early.

What is the construction time?

The length and height of the timelines depend on the project, but most residential projects are done within a few days or a week. Schedule is finalized at the estimate.

Is it possible to make repairs to the existing wall rather than replacing it?

Usually yes, if there is a lot of damage. An on-site evaluation determines if repairs can be performed or a failing footing or drainage issue requires structural replacement.

Do you build both structural and decorative walls?

Yes. Both structural retaining walls and decorative block walls are constructed, depending upon their use, load and drainage requirements. Privacy and boundary walls are also included.

Does the estimate cost anything?

No. Estimates are conducted on location, free of charge and you will get to see exactly what the wall will entail before making any decisions. There are no commitments.

Get a Free Block Walls Estimate in Orem

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Block Walls in Orem UT