Looking for a masonry contractor in Long Island? Islandwide Paving & Masonry builds and repairs stone and brick walls, stoops, steps, walkways, retaining walls, chimneys, and stone veneer for homes and businesses across Suffolk and Nassau County. We’re an owner-operated company based at 3120 NY-112 in Medford, NY, owner William is on-site for every job, we self-perform all masonry with our own crews (no subcontractors), and every project starts with a free written estimate. Licensed and insured, with a 5.0-star rating from 30 Google reviews. Below you’ll find what we build, how we build masonry that survives Long Island winters, and real 2026 cost ranges so you can budget with confidence.
What a Long Island Masonry Contractor Does
Masonry is the craft of building durable structures from stone, brick, block, and concrete, the vertical and decorative work that gives a property its character and holds up for generations. A good Long Island masonry contractor handles both new installations and repairs: retaining and garden walls, front stoops and steps, walkways and patios, stone and brick veneer facing, chimneys, pillars, and the repointing of aging mortar joints. The part that separates lasting work from a quick cosmetic fix is what’s underneath and behind it, the footing, the drainage, and the mortar mix which is exactly where an experienced local mason earns their keep.
Our Masonry Services on Long Island
We handle the full range of residential and commercial masonry:
- Stone & brick walls – garden walls, sitting walls, pillars, and decorative facing in natural stone, brick, or veneer.
- Retaining walls – engineered segmental-block and natural-stone walls that hold back slopes and control erosion.
- Stoops & steps – brick, bluestone, and stone entrances built safe, level, and to code. See our stoops and steps service.
- Walkways & patios – paver and natural-stone walkways and patios that tie the property together.
- Repointing / tuck-pointing – grinding out failed mortar and replacing it before water gets behind the wall.
- Chimney repair – crowns, flashing, and brick repair to stop leaks and spalling.
- Stone veneer – cultured and natural stone facing for facades, columns, and outdoor kitchens.
- Waterproofing & foundation masonry – parging and drainage to keep water out.
Because we also pave, we can combine masonry with a driveway, apron, or walkway on one coordinated schedule, see our Medford paving services.
Built for Long Island Freeze-Thaw Winters
Long Island runs through dozens of freeze-thaw cycles each winter, and they are the number-one destroyer of masonry. Lasting work depends on what you can’t see: a footing excavated and poured below the frost line so the structure doesn’t heave, the right mortar mix for the masonry unit, and drainage, weep holes and gravel backfill on retaining walls that moves water away instead of trapping it behind the wall. Industry bodies such as the Mason Contractors Association of America and the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association are clear that base preparation and workmanship determine masonry lifespan far more than the visible finish. We build every wall, step, and veneer with the footing, mix, and drainage suited to our climate.
How Much Does Masonry Work Cost on Long Island? (2026)
Masonry is priced by the project, a wall is quoted by the square foot of face, repointing by the square foot of joint area, and stoops or steps by the job. Here are typical 2026 Long Island ranges for budgeting:
| Masonry work | Typical 2026 cost (Long Island) |
|---|---|
| Garden / low retaining wall (under 2 ft) | $40–$65 per sq ft of wall face |
| Structural retaining wall (2–4 ft) | $65–$110 per sq ft |
| Engineered retaining wall (4–6 ft) | $110–$160 per sq ft |
| Small retaining wall project (20–30 linear ft) | $1,500–$4,000 installed |
| Brick / stone repointing (tuck-pointing) | about $14–$15 per sq ft |
| Stone / brick stoop & steps | $2,500–$8,000+ per project |
| Paver or stone walkway | $20–$40 per sq ft |
Your actual price depends on materials (natural stone costs more than block), height and engineering, site access, and how much demolition or drainage the job needs. Because every property is different, the only accurate number is a measured, on-site quote which we provide free and itemized.
Masonry Repair vs. Rebuild: Catch Problems Early
Mortar has a service life, and on Long Island’s older homes it eventually recedes and cracks. Caught early, a cracked joint or leaning garden wall is a repointing or partial-rebuild job; ignored, water gets behind the masonry, freezes, and turns it into a full teardown. The rule of thumb: if a crack widens year over year, a step rocks underfoot, or brick faces are flaking (spalling), repair now costs a fraction of rebuilding later. Our guide to the 10 most severe masonry problems on Long Island shows the warning signs, and our overview of professional masonry benefits explains why doing it right the first time pays off.
Residential and Commercial Masonry
For homeowners, we build the features that make a property: stone walls, entrances, patios, outdoor kitchens, and pool surrounds. For businesses, property managers, and general contractors, we handle structural block walls, brick and stone facades, sidewalks, ADA-compliant ramps, retaining walls, and masonry repair for aging commercial buildings built to code, on schedule, and coordinated with other trades. Whether it’s a backyard sitting wall or a commercial facade, the same owner-led crew does the work.
Why Choose a Local Long Island Masonry Contractor
Masonry is a trade where the difference between good and bad work only shows years later when a properly footed wall is still plumb and a shortcut one is leaning. We’re based in Medford, we self-perform every job with our own crew rather than handing it to subcontractors, and owner William is on-site from the first estimate to the final cleanup. That accountability is why our reviews so often mention clean joints, true levels, and finishes that still look right years on. We’re licensed and insured, and we hold a 5.0-star rating from 30 Google reviews. See finished work in our project gallery.
“We had a great experience with William and his team. They were very detailed and professional.” – Stacy R.
“Honest guy, did real nice work.” – Ozgur Erdogan
Read more on our Google Business Profile.
Areas We Serve on Long Island
We work island-wide from our Medford headquarters at 3120 NY-112, serving homeowners and businesses across Suffolk and Nassau County. Ready to start? Call (631) 710-1995, email info@islandwidepavingli.com, or request a free estimate online. Our hours are Monday 7 AM–8 PM and Tuesday through Sunday 7 AM–7 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a masonry contractor cost on Long Island?
It depends on the project: retaining walls run about $40–$160 per square foot of face depending on height, repointing averages $14–$15 per square foot, and stone stoops and steps typically run $2,500–$8,000+. The only accurate figure is a free, measured on-site quote.
Are you a licensed masonry contractor?
Yes. Islandwide Paving & Masonry is a licensed and insured masonry and paving contractor based in Medford, NY. A certificate of insurance is available on request. Always confirm a contractor’s Suffolk or Nassau County license before hiring.
What is repointing, and do I need it?
Repointing (tuck-pointing) is grinding out failed mortar joints and replacing them with fresh mortar. You need it when joints are receding, cracking, or letting water in doing it early prevents a full rebuild later.
How much does a retaining wall cost on Long Island?
Retaining walls run roughly $40–$65 per square foot for low garden walls, $65–$110 for structural walls (2–4 ft), and $110–$160 for engineered walls (4–6 ft). A small 20–30 linear-foot wall typically runs $1,500–$4,000 installed.
Why does masonry fail in Long Island’s climate?
Freeze-thaw cycles are the main culprit. Water gets into a crack or a footing above frost depth, freezes, expands, and pries the masonry apart. Proper footings below the frost line, the right mortar mix, and drainage prevent it.
Do you do both residential and commercial masonry?
Yes. We handle residential features like walls, stoops, and patios, and commercial work including block walls, facades, sidewalks, and ADA ramps across Suffolk and Nassau County.