Southaven Masonry brings skilled masonry services to Collierville, TN, from elegant stone entries to durable brick patios and retaining walls. We tailor each project to match Collierville neighborhoods and property values, delivering clean, lasting results. Contact us today to discuss your project and get a detailed estimate.
Brick and stone work tailored to Collierville homes
A typical call we get from Collierville starts with something like this: you have a late 1990s or early 2000s brick home in a planned subdivision, and you have noticed stair step cracks in the brick veneer near the garage or a leaning brick mailbox at the end of the driveway. Maybe you just bought an older ranch or cottage closer to the historic core of town and the mortar joints are soft and flaking after years of Tennessee humidity, summer thunderstorms, and the occasional winter freeze. Southaven Masonry is set up to handle exactly these kinds of projects for Collierville homeowners.
Collierville has a high percentage of brick clad houses, especially in newer developments with side entry garages and tall brick facades. Those veneers look solid, but they still move with our clay rich soils and seasonal moisture changes. We start every job with a close look at how the brick or stone is tied to the framing, the condition of the mortar, weep holes, and any settlement around porches and driveways. Instead of offering a quick patch, we match our repair approach to the age of the home, the type of brick used, and the way the builder detailed the veneer when the subdivision went up.
On newer Collierville homes, we often find hairline cracks around window and door openings where lintels are carrying a lot of brick. In those cases, Southaven Masonry cuts out failed mortar, retools joints to relieve stress, and rebuilds small sections of veneer so the face of the brick wall reads as one consistent surface again. On older properties closer to the town center, we take a more preservation minded approach, using softer mortar and hand tooling that respects the original character of the house. In all cases, we protect surrounding landscaping and hardscapes, an important detail in neighborhoods where mature trees, irrigation systems, and decorative beds are part of the property value.
Because Collierville sits in a humid, storm prone part of the Memphis metro, we also pay close attention to water management on every project. When we repair or install brick and stone, we make sure there is a clear path for water to exit wall systems, that flashing is doing its job, and that mortar joints are properly struck so they shed rain instead of holding it. This approach helps homeowners avoid hidden rot in wall cavities and keeps those familiar reddish and tan Memphis area bricks looking crisp over time.
Brick masonry, retaining walls, and exterior features for Collierville yards
A lot of Collierville projects start outside. Homeowners want a brick garden wall along a sloped side yard, a short retaining wall to manage a drop off at the back of the lot, or repairs to a brick mailbox that has taken a hit from delivery trucks. Southaven Masonry works across these common needs with materials and details that fit local subdivision guidelines and the look of surrounding homes.
Brick retaining walls in Collierville have to handle more than just soil weight. Our heavy summer downpours and clay soils put real lateral pressure on poorly drained walls. When we build or rebuild a retaining wall here, we design it with proper footing depth, drainage stone behind the wall, and weep holes or drain pipe so that water does not build up and push the wall outward. This is especially important on walk out basements and backyard terraces that step down toward wooded areas. We use brick and stone that tie in with the main house so the wall looks like a planned part of the property, not an afterthought.
Brick mailboxes are almost a given in many Collierville subdivisions. Because they sit right at the street, they take more abuse from vehicles, lawn equipment, and winter salting than almost any other masonry on the property. Southaven Masonry routinely straightens leaning mailboxes, rebuilds cracked bases, and replaces damaged caps, all while matching the community approved brick that came with the original build out. Where homeowners want an upgrade, we can incorporate stone accents or address panels that stay within HOA guidelines but make the mailbox stand out.
We also help Collierville homeowners with patios, walkways, and small entry features in brick or stone. In a climate where you can grill and entertain outdoors much of the year, these surfaces see frequent use. We build with full depth brick or stone on compacted base, so heaving and settling from seasonal moisture shifts are minimized. For homes on slightly sloping lots, we design steps and low walls that provide comfortable transitions from the main floor down to the yard, paying attention to handrail requirements and lighting so the finished space works well at night and in the shoulder seasons.
Chimney, fireplace, tuckpointing, and repointing in a four season climate
Collierville sees hot, humid summers, quick moving thunderstorms, and enough cold snaps for chimneys and fireplaces to matter. Many of the two story brick homes here were built with full masonry chimneys or at least brick chimney chases, and over time those structures show the impact of temperature swings and moisture. Southaven Masonry focuses on restoring these features so they are both safe and attractive.
On chimney masonry repair jobs, we often find cracked crowns at the top of the chimney, eroded mortar joints on the windward sides, and spalling bricks where water has soaked in and then frozen on colder nights. We remove deteriorated material, install or repair proper crowns, and repoint joints with mortar that is compatible with the existing chimney. Where flashing meets the roof, we make sure the brickwork is tight and properly counter flashed so wind driven rain common to our area does not work its way into the attic or wall cavities.
Indoor and outdoor brick fireplaces are another frequent target for upgrades in Collierville. As styles have shifted from heavy traditional mantels to cleaner lines, homeowners call Southaven Masonry to reface existing fireboxes with new brick patterns or stone, widen hearths, or add masonry surrounds that make better use of tall great room walls. When we work on these fireplaces, we evaluate the existing firebox and flue, confirm that any changes will not hurt draft or safety, and use heat appropriate mortars and refractory materials where needed. For outdoor fireplaces and fire pits on patios, we design the masonry to handle repeated heating and cooling cycles, plus the occasional rain shower that rolls through on summer afternoons.
Tuckpointing and repointing are important maintenance tools in this climate. Collierville’s combination of strong sun, humidity, and periodic freezing can weaken mortar long before the bricks themselves fail. On older homes, especially those that predate the large planned developments, we match original joint profiles and sand colors so that repointed sections blend in rather than standing out as obvious patches. Carefully done repointing can tighten up leaky walls, reduce drafts, and keep water out of interior finishes, which is vital when thunderstorms drop a lot of water in a short window.
Brick veneer installation and stone masonry to match Collierville neighborhoods
Many Collierville houses were built within master planned neighborhoods, which means new work has to fit within an existing visual language. When homeowners add on a room, build a detached garage, or convert a covered porch into conditioned space, matching the existing brick veneer becomes one of the most important details. Southaven Masonry sources compatible bricks from regional suppliers, then blends them thoughtfully so small color differences are not obvious. We align coursing, match mortar color and joint tooling, and pay close attention to how the new veneer meets existing corners and openings so that the addition looks like it was always part of the house.
For new brick veneer installations, we focus on the practical side that matters in our weather. That means making sure there is a proper air space behind the brick, using corrosion resistant ties into framing, and leaving functional weep locations at the base and above key openings. In Collierville’s humid climate, this drainage plane is essential for keeping wall cavities dry and preventing mold and rot. We also coordinate with window and door installers so flashing is correctly integrated with the brickwork, which helps avoid leaks during the hard rains that roll through from the west.
Stone masonry, whether in the form of accent walls, porch columns, or landscape features, has become more common in recent Collierville builds. Southaven Masonry installs both natural and manufactured stone, but we always check how the chosen material will look next to the dominant brick styles found in the subdivision. On front porches, we often wrap existing structural posts in stone, then transition cleanly into brick skirt walls, tying the whole entry together. For backyard seating walls and outdoor kitchens, we build stonework that relates to the house rather than feeling like a separate style imported from somewhere else.
If you are in Collierville and you are looking at cracked brick, a tired chimney, a leaning mailbox, or plans for an addition that needs matching veneer, Southaven Masonry is ready to help. We know the local housing stock, the climate, and the expectations that come with living in well kept neighborhoods here. Contact us today to schedule a visit to your property and get a clear plan and estimate for your masonry project.
