Masonry & hardscaping · North Raleigh, NC
Masonry & Hardscaping in Raleigh, NCLaid by hand. Built to last.
Stone, brick and block for homes and builders across Raleigh and the Triangle.
- Free on-site estimates
- Brick · block · natural stone
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM
Old South Masonry · Raleigh, NC
Stone, brick and block. Laid by hand.
Old South Masonry is a masonry and hardscaping company based in North Raleigh.
We build stone facades, brick walls, outdoor fireplaces, patios, retaining walls and the footings under all of it.
Our masons lay every course by hand, and they plan for water before the first stone goes down.
We work for homeowners, and for the builders and designers who need masonry done to a drawing.
Natural stone // Brick // Block // Flagstone // Pavers
Every photo on this site is our own work.
What we build
15 services, one crew.
From the footing in the clay to the cap on the wall. Pick a service to see the work and how we build it.
Custom Stonework
Stone veneer, fireplaces, pillars and entry steps, set by hand one stone at a time.
See custom stonework
Brick & Block Masonry
Brick and stone veneer, block walls, columns, steps and chimney repair, laid course by course.
See brick & block masonry
Outdoor Kitchens & Fireplaces
Outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, fire pits and seat walls, built in stone on a patio we also lay.
See outdoor kitchens & fireplaces
Patios & Hardscaping
Flagstone, bluestone and paver patios, walkways, steps and low walls, graded to shed water.
See patios & hardscaping
Retaining Walls
Segmental block, stone and brick walls that hold a slope, stop erosion and make flat yard.
See retaining walls
Paver Driveways & Patios
Driveways, walkways, patios and pool decks in pavers, laid level on a compacted base.
See pavers
Footings & Foundations
Concrete footings, slabs and block foundations for homes, garages, additions and sheds.
See footings & foundations
Artificial Turf & Putting Greens
Artificial turf for yards, pet areas and putting greens, laid on a graded, draining base.
See artificial turf
Everything we do
- Masonry installation
- Footings and foundations
- Custom brick and stone work
- Concrete flatwork
- Retaining walls
- Patios and walkways
- Paver driveways
- Artificial turf and custom putting greens
- Outdoor low-voltage lighting
- Masonry and pre-fab fireplaces
- Complete outdoor living environments, design-build
- Drainage
- Brick and stone veneers
- New construction and remodeling masonry
- Waterproofing, drainage and backfills
Every service on this list starts with a free on-site estimate. Request yours.
The detail most people never see
The joint is the detail.
Mortar is shaped as it firms up. That shape decides how a wall handles rain.
Scroll through the 5 profiles masons use most.
01
Concave
Tooled with a round jointer.
Pressed tight into the joint, it sheds rain off every course. The everyday choice for brick that faces weather.
Sheds water
Fits: Most exterior brick, new or matched
02
V-joint
Tooled with a V-shaped jointer.
Also pressed tight, so it sheds water. The point casts a crisp shadow line along each course.
Sheds water
Fits: Traditional fronts, garden walls
03
Weathered
Struck with the trowel, sloped down and out.
The slope throws rain clear of the brick below. It also draws a strong horizontal line.
Sheds water
Fits: Exposed walls, chimneys
04
Raked
Mortar raked back from the face.
Deep shadows and a crisp look. But the ledge it leaves can hold water, so it suits covered walls.
Holds water
Fits: Covered porches and interior walls
05
Flush
Cut off flat with the trowel.
A smooth face, but the mortar is not pressed tight. Best where the wall gets paint, parging or stucco.
Weaker seal
Fits: Walls that get a finish coat
Adding on to an older brick home? We match the joint, the mortar color and the brick.
Brick & Block MasonryFrom the portfolio
Recent work.
Stone homes, brick courtyards, bluestone terraces and outdoor rooms. Real jobs, photographed by our crew.
Stone veneer front & paver walk Brick piers & garden walls 
Flagstone patio & fire pit 
Limestone arcade 
Outdoor kitchen & stone fireplace 
Curved bluestone steps 
Brick arches & limestone Large-format paver walkway Backyard putting green
For builders & designers
Built to the drawing.
Custom homes need masonry that lands on schedule and matches the plans.
We pour footings, lay block foundations and set brick and stone veneer for builders, designers and contractors.
You get one crew from the footing to the finished face.
Builders on our reference list
- Williams Realty & Building Co.
- Ange Construction
- Dempsey Hodges Construction
- Bost Custom Homes
How it works
4 steps, no surprises.
- 01
Call or send the form
Tell us what you want built. A photo of the spot helps.
- 02
We walk the site
We check the ground, the slope, the drainage and the house.
- 03
A written estimate
Materials, scope and the plan, in writing. It costs you nothing.
- 04
We build and clean up
Our masons build it by hand and leave the site swept.
Service area
North Raleigh base. Triangle-wide.
We work across Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Durham, Wake Forest, Holly Springs and Garner.
We also take jobs in Chapel Hill, Fuquay-Varina, Knightdale, Rolesville, Clayton, Hillsborough and Zebulon.
Drive times are from our North Raleigh base, without traffic.
What does Old South Masonry build?
Stonework, brick and block, outdoor kitchens and fireplaces, and patios.
Also retaining walls, pavers, footings, foundations and turf.
Are estimates really free?
Yes.
We come to the site, look at the ground and the house, and give you a written estimate at no charge.
Which towns do you work in?
We are based in North Raleigh and work across the Triangle.
That includes Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Morrisville and Durham.
Also Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Garner and nearby towns.
Do you work with builders and designers?
Yes.
We build footings, foundations, block and veneer to the plans for builders, designers and contractors, as well as for homeowners.
When can I reach you?
Call (919) 625-3963 Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5 PM.
Or send the form any time and we call you back on the next business day.
Free estimate
Tell us what you want built.
Call (919) 625-3963 or send the form. We set up a time to see the site and give you a free written estimate.
- We come to the site, measure and talk materials
- You get a written estimate at no charge
- Residential and light commercial, homeowners and builders