Masonry Tips & Guides
Advice from a Local Surrey Masonry Crew
Practical, no-nonsense guides on brick, stone, chimneys and walls — written by the people who do the work, for homeowners across the Lower Mainland.
PressJune 10, 2026 · 1 min read
We Were Featured: A Homeowner's Guide to Masonry, Bricklaying and Chimneys
Elite Surrey Masonry was recently featured in an in-depth homeowner's guide covering what masonry involves, what separates quality work from shortcuts, and how to choose the right contractor.
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Stone VeneerMay 27, 2026 · 4 min read
Stone Veneer 101: Natural vs. Manufactured, and Where It Belongs
Stone veneer is one of the best-value transformations in home improvement — if it's installed right. Natural vs. manufactured, where to use it, and the one detail that matters more than the stone.
Read the guideDrivewaysMay 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Paver Driveway vs. Concrete: Which Is Right for a Lower Mainland Home?
Both can work, but in our wet, freeze-thaw climate they age very differently. An honest comparison of cost, lifespan, repairs and curb appeal — plus the one detail that decides which lasts.
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Retaining WallsApril 21, 2026 · 4 min read
Why Retaining Walls Fail (And What a Wall Built to Last Looks Like)
Almost no retaining wall fails because of the blocks. It fails because of what's behind and beneath them. Here's what to insist on so your wall still stands straight in fifteen years.
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Chimney RepairApril 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Why Lower Mainland Chimneys Leak — And How to Stop It for Good
A leaking chimney shows up as a stain on your ceiling, not at the chimney. Here are the four places chimneys actually fail in our wet climate — and what a permanent fix looks like.
Read the guideBrick RepairMarch 18, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Tell If Your Brick Needs Repointing (Before Water Gets In)
The mortar between your bricks has a harder job than the bricks themselves. Here's how to read your own brickwork like a mason and catch failing joints before water gets behind the wall.
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