Brick & Stone Steps Repair & Build

Do Not Ignore Damaged or Unsafe Steps

Your front steps are the first thing visitors see when they arrive at your home. Cracked, crumbling, or uneven steps hurt your curb appeal and send a message that your home is not well maintained. More importantly, damaged steps are a serious safety hazard. Loose bricks, broken treads, and wobbly railings cause trips and falls that can lead to injuries and liability.

In Augusta, GA, we see a lot of older homes with original brick or concrete steps showing their age. Weather, freeze-thaw cycles, and settling foundations take their toll over decades. What starts as a small crack or loose brick gets worse every year until the steps become dangerous. Many homeowners delay repairs because they worry about the cost or disruption, but waiting only makes the problem worse and more expensive to fix.

• Safety first: Damaged steps put your family, visitors, and delivery people at risk of trips and falls.
• Liability concerns: If someone gets hurt on your unsafe steps, you could face a lawsuit and higher insurance costs.
• Curb appeal impact: Shabby steps drag down your home's appearance and reduce property value.
• Water damage prevention: Cracks in steps let water seep under the structure, causing further deterioration and foundation problems.
• Code compliance: Steps must meet building codes for height, depth, handrails, and other safety standards.

At AGM Augusta Masonry, we repair and build steps that are both beautiful and safe. Whether you need to fix a few damaged bricks or build a complete new staircase, we have the skills and experience to do the job right.

Can Your Steps Be Repaired or Do They Need Rebuilding?

When Repair Makes Sense

If your steps are structurally sound but showing surface damage, repairs are usually the best option. We can replace individual damaged bricks or stones, repoint deteriorated mortar, repair small cracks in concrete treads, or fix loose caps and railings. Repairs cost less than rebuilding and preserve the original character of your home, which matters especially for historic properties.

During our inspection, we check the foundation under your steps, look for signs of settling or movement, and assess the overall condition of the structure. If the problems are mainly cosmetic or limited to specific areas, targeted repairs will restore safety and appearance without the expense of total replacement.

When You Need to Rebuild

Some step situations are beyond repair. If the foundation has failed, the structure is leaning or pulling away from the house, multiple treads are broken, or the steps were poorly built in the first place, rebuilding is the smarter choice. Trying to repair fundamentally flawed or severely deteriorated steps just wastes money and leaves you with ongoing problems.

Rebuilding also gives you the opportunity to improve the design. We can make steps wider, add landings, improve drainage, or change materials to better match your home. Modern building codes require specific dimensions and safety features that older steps might lack. A rebuild brings everything up to current standards while giving you steps that will last for decades.

Beautiful and Durable Step Materials

Brick Steps

Traditional brick steps offer timeless appeal and warm color that complements most homes. Quality brick lasts for generations and its color goes all the way through, so worn areas never look faded. We use proper construction techniques with steel reinforcement, proper slope for drainage, and durable mortar that stands up to weather.

Natural Stone Steps

Bluestone, granite, limestone, and sandstone create elegant, high-end steps with natural beauty and exceptional durability. Stone steps work with any architectural style from traditional to contemporary. Large stone slabs create clean-lined modern steps, while irregular flagstone produces a more rustic look. Stone steps are an investment that adds significant value to your home.

Concrete Block with Stone or Brick Veneer

For the best combination of structural strength and attractive finish, we often build steps with reinforced concrete block cores and finish them with brick or stone veneer. This approach provides superior strength and stability while giving you the look you want at a more affordable price than solid stone.

Paver Steps

Concrete pavers create durable steps that match paver walkways and patios. They come in many colors and styles, are easy to repair if damaged, and cost less than natural stone while providing comparable durability.

Frequently Asked Questions