With four generations and 100+ years of family experience, we execute masonry repairs and reconstructions with expert precision, restoring your property to be safe, stable, and beautiful.
With more than 4,300 projects completed, we are sharing here some of our completed repair and reconstruction projects, including structural concrete repairs, block wall stabilization, and historic brick matching.
We understand that in Los Angeles, cosmetic damage is often a sign of deeper structural issues caused by shifting soils.
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“They restored our historic building better than we imagined – true craftsmen!”
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DiBara Masonry is a fourth-generation masonry company focusing on Masonry Repair and reconstruction of stone, block, brick, concrete, and pavers. Our Los Angeles professionals help you restore your property when it incurs damage.
Having reviewed thousands of local projects, we know that in Southern California, masonry is subject to intense weather, shifting soils, and earthquakes. We don’t just patch cracks; we identify the root cause, whether it’s soil settling, tree roots, or failing retaining walls in Los Angeles, and provide a lasting solution.
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Cracked or lifting concrete is a common issue in LA due to expansive soils. We specialize in Concrete Repair Los Angeles residents trust for driveways, walkways, and foundations.
Cinder block walls are essential for property lines and privacy, but they often suffer from leaning or cracking. We stabilize or reconstruct walls affected by soil pressure, often upgrading them to engineered structural retaining walls to handle the heavy lateral loads of hillside terrain.
Leaning Walls: We stabilize or reconstruct walls affected by soil pressure.
Crack Repair: We grind out fractures and re-grout with high-strength mortar.
Waterproofing: Preventing water infiltration that causes rebar rust and expansion.
For Brick Repair Los Angeles homeowners, matching the historic look is vital. We utilize mortar-match kits and sourced materials to ensure repairs blend seamlessly with the existing structure. Whether it is a vehicle impact on a stone veneer wall or wear and tear on a brick chimney, our craftsmanship ensures the repair is invisible and durable.
We treat customers like neighbors. We offer a transparent, fee-applied consultation where we assess the damage, explain the “why” behind it, and offer solutions ranging from repair to full reconstruction.
If you notice new cracks, leaning walls, or water intrusion, contact us immediately. As expert retaining wall contractors, we know that small cosmetic issues can quickly become expensive structural failures if the surrounding earth is not properly contained.
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DiBara Masonry provides comprehensive masonry repair and reconstruction services for residential, commercial, and historic properties throughout Los Angeles. Their repair services cover brick and block wall repair, concrete crack repair and structural restoration, stone wall repair and repointing, paver repair and replacement, chimney repair, retaining wall repair, step reconstruction, and full masonry reconstruction when damage is too extensive for repair alone. They address damage from earthquakes, water, wildfire, vehicle impact, and general aging.
DiBara Masonry repairs masonry damage caused by a wide range of events including earthquake-induced cracking and structural movement, water infiltration and freeze-thaw deterioration, wildfire heat damage to brick, stone, and concrete, vehicle impact on walls, retaining walls, or columns, tree root intrusion beneath masonry slabs, settlement and soil movement damage, and general aging including mortar deterioration, spalling, and delamination. Their diagnostic process identifies the root cause before recommending a repair strategy.
Masonry should be repaired rather than replaced when the underlying structure is sound, damage is localized to a specific area, and the repair material can be matched sufficiently to the existing. Full replacement is recommended when structural integrity is compromised throughout, when the damage is so widespread that targeted repair costs equal or exceed replacement, when foundation or reinforcement issues mean the structure will fail again quickly without a full rebuild, or when the masonry no longer meets current code standards. DiBara Masonry provides honest, straightforward assessments of both options.
Yes. Earthquake damage repair is a core service for DiBara Masonry. Common earthquake damage to masonry structures in Los Angeles includes stepped diagonal cracking in brick walls, horizontal cracking at mid-height of block walls, chimney displacement or collapse, spalling concrete at structural connections, and settlement cracks in flatwork. DiBara Masonry assesses whether damage is cosmetic or structural, performs any required demolition safely, and rebuilds or repairs to current seismic code standards.
Yes. DiBara Masonry understands that certain masonry failures, a collapsed retaining wall, a structurally dangerous brick facade, or a vehicle-impacted boundary wall, create urgent safety and security needs. They offer responsive assessment and emergency repair services to address hazardous situations promptly. Their team moves quickly to stabilize the situation, provide an honest assessment of the scope, and begin permanent repairs as soon as conditions allow.
Yes. DiBara Masonry performs full masonry reconstruction from the foundation up. If a wall, retaining structure, chimney, or other masonry element has collapsed, been demolished, or is structurally beyond repair, they safely remove all debris, re-engineer the foundation and structural elements as needed, and rebuild to current building code and seismic standards. For historic structures, they reconstruct using period-appropriate materials and techniques that preserve the original character.
DiBara Masonry’s repair process begins with a thorough site investigation that goes beyond the visible symptoms. Their team assesses soil conditions beneath and around the damaged structure, inspects drainage patterns that may have contributed to failure, evaluates the existing foundation and reinforcement, identifies any seismic damage patterns, and reviews the original construction quality where possible. This root-cause analysis ensures that repairs address the actual problem rather than just masking visible damage.
Yes. Water intrusion through masonry walls is a common problem in Los Angeles, particularly on properties that are over 30 to 40 years old. DiBara Masonry repairs water-damaged masonry by identifying and eliminating the water entry point (failed mortar joints, cracks, failed flashing, or missing waterproofing), repairing all damaged material, and applying appropriate waterproof coatings or sealers to prevent recurrence. They offer comprehensive waterproofing and sealing services for foundation walls, retaining walls, and exterior masonry facades.
Yes. DiBara Masonry serves both residential and commercial clients for masonry repair and reconstruction. Commercial work includes structural block wall repair, brick facade restoration, CMU wall reconstruction, retaining wall replacement, concrete structural repair, and commercial paver restoration. They have worked on industrial warehouses, retail buildings, apartment complexes, historical commercial landmarks, and institutional properties throughout greater Los Angeles.
Masonry repair costs in Los Angeles vary widely based on the type, extent, and location of the damage. Minor repairs such as crack injection or localized repointing may cost a few hundred dollars. Structural wall repairs or partial reconstructions typically range from $1,500 to $10,000 or more. Full wall or retaining wall reconstruction projects are priced individually based on scope, material, and engineering requirements. DiBara Masonry offers free virtual consultations and provides transparent, fixed-price proposals after a site assessment, no surprises once work begins.
Meet DiBara Masonry, the 4th generation masonry and concrete experts that have been restoring brick, stone, & concrete structures for over 100 years!
