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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas. (865) 338-9396
Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas. (865) 338-9396
KXM Knoxville Masonry handles foundation repair, brick work, chimney repair, retaining walls, and more across Knoxville and East Tennessee. Free estimates. No pressure.
KXM Knoxville Masonry is a full-service masonry contractor based in Knoxville, TN. We handle the structural problems and cosmetic repairs that brick, stone, and concrete homeowners deal with every year - from crumbling chimney mortar to sinking foundation walls. With 16 services and coverage across 12 cities in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina, we work in most neighborhoods throughout the region. Every job comes with a written estimate and a Tennessee-licensed crew.
Sinking floors or sticking doors? Foundation problems get worse every season - let us stabilize your home before small cracks become major repairs.
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Crumbling mortar and cracked caps let water into your chimney every winter. We restore chimneys so they are safe, sealed, and ready for heating season.
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When the mortar between your bricks starts crumbling, water follows. Tuckpointing seals your walls before freeze-thaw cycles turn a maintenance issue into structural damage.
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Spalling bricks and missing mortar are more than cosmetic. We match your existing brick and mortar so repairs blend in and the wall stays weatherproof.
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Cracked concrete or asphalt driveway? Pavers handle Knoxville traffic, freeze cycles, and look sharp for decades - without the cracking that plain concrete develops.
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Sloped yards in Knoxville shift and erode after heavy rain. A well-built retaining wall stops soil movement and protects your property line.
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Historic Knoxville homes deserve repairs that match the original. We restore older brick and stone to its original look without damaging softer historic materials.
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No fireplace yet? We build masonry fireplaces from the firebox up - properly lined, inspected, and built to last for decades of use.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or the contact form. Tell us what you are seeing - sticking doors, crumbling mortar, a crack in the foundation wall. You do not need the technical terms. We will ask the right questions. Expect a response within 1 business day.
A crew member visits your property, looks at the problem in person, and gives you a written estimate. We explain what we found, what needs to happen, and why - in plain language. No pressure, no upselling. The estimate is free and there is no obligation.
Once you approve the estimate, we schedule the job and pull any required permits. The crew arrives on time, does the work as quoted, and cleans up when finished. Before we leave, we walk you through what was done. Your warranty documentation comes with the final invoice.
We hold a valid Tennessee contractor license through the Department of Commerce and Insurance. Every job is covered by general liability insurance. You can verify our license before signing anything - we provide the number on request.
We come to your property, look at the actual problem, and give you a written quote. No charge for the visit. No pressure to hire us after. The estimate explains what we found, what we plan to do, and the full cost before any work begins.
We are a local business operating out of Knoxville, TN. We know Knoxville's clay soils, freeze-thaw winters, and the older brick neighborhoods that need extra care. When something comes up after the job, we are nearby and reachable.
We respond to every inquiry within 1 business day. In most cases, we can schedule an on-site estimate the same week you call. We know that masonry problems do not wait, and neither should you.
Ready to get started? Call (865) 338-9396 or send a message.
"The chimney had been leaking for two winters and we kept putting it off. They came out, found the cracked cap and failing flashing, and had everything repaired in one day. No mess left behind and no surprises on the bill."
Marcus T., Maryville, TN - Chimney repair
"Our retaining wall on the back slope had shifted about three inches over the years. They rebuilt the whole section with proper drainage behind it. Held through the spring rains without any movement. Good crew, explained every step."
Sandra K., Oak Ridge, TN - Retaining wall construction
"The mortar on our 1940s brick home had been crumbling in several spots. They matched the color well and the tuckpointing blends right in. Appreciated that they took time to talk through the historic mortar issue before starting."
David R., Knoxville, TN - Tuckpointing
We respond within 1 business day - no waiting around. There is no obligation after your estimate, and no charge for the visit. After you submit, someone from our office calls to schedule a free on-site estimate at your property.
(865) 338-9396KXM Knoxville Masonry is based in Knoxville and serves 12 cities across East Tennessee and Western North Carolina, including Maryville, Oak Ridge, and Morristown. We cover most of the region and can typically schedule same-week estimates. Call us to confirm availability in your area.
Knoxville's winters swing above and below freezing repeatedly, which is harder on mortar than consistent cold. Water enters tiny cracks, freezes overnight, expands, and slowly breaks the joint apart. This cycle happens dozens of times each winter. The Brick Industry Association recommends inspecting mortar every few years in freeze-thaw climates.
Almost certainly. Pre-1960 brick homes in Knoxville used softer, lime-based mortar that flexes with the building. Replacing it with modern hard mortar causes the bricks themselves to crack - the mortar becomes stronger than the brick and stops absorbing movement. Always ask your contractor how they handle historic mortar matching.
Hairline cracks in poured concrete are usually cosmetic. Horizontal cracks in block walls, cracks wider than a quarter inch, or cracks that grow over several months are warning signs. Diagonal stair-step cracks in brick joints can mean soil movement. When in doubt, get a professional to look before patching anything over.
Plain concrete driveways crack under Knoxville's freeze-thaw cycles. Pavers flex slightly with the ground movement rather than cracking, and individual units can be replaced if one settles. The tradeoff is higher upfront cost. For long-term durability and appearance on a sloped or clay-soil lot, pavers generally outperform poured concrete.
Routine tuckpointing and small brick repairs typically do not require a permit. Structural work - underpinning a foundation, anchoring a bowing wall, or rebuilding a chimney - usually does. Knox County requires permits for structural foundation work. The permit protects you because it triggers a county inspection. A legitimate contractor handles this automatically.
Spring and fall are ideal. Mortar cures best between 40 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Knoxville summers push well past that, causing mortar to dry too fast and crack. Winter cold prevents proper setting. Aim for April-May or September-October. Spring slots book fast, so calling in late winter puts you ahead of the rush.
For preservation standards on historic masonry, the National Park Service Preservation Brief on repointing mortar joints is the most authoritative reference for contractors and homeowners working with pre-war brick.
KXM Knoxville Masonry is a licensed, insured masonry contractor company based in Knoxville, TN, serving 12 cities across East Tennessee and Western North Carolina since 2025.
We hold a valid Tennessee contractor license issued by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, which covers the full range of masonry and structural work we perform.
Our crew works across 16 masonry services - from foundation repair and chimney work to stone veneer installation, outdoor kitchens, and retaining wall construction. Every project includes a written estimate and warranty documentation.
Learn more about our team and approachYes - get at least two written estimates for any job over a few hundred dollars. Compare the scope of work described, not just the price. A low bid that leaves out necessary steps is not a bargain.
For structural work, that is a red flag. Legitimate contractors in Knox County know when permits are required and handle them automatically. Unpermitted structural work can create problems when you sell.
Ask the contractor to identify the existing mortar type before they quote. For pre-1960 homes, the right match is softer and more flexible than modern mortar - hard mortar on soft historic brick causes cracks.
The National Foundation Repair Association publishes consumer guidance on evaluating contractors and understanding warranty terms. Call us at (865) 338-9396 if you have questions before requesting an estimate.
Knoxville is Tennessee's third-largest city, with a population of around 190,000 inside city limits and more than 900,000 in the broader metro area. The city sits in the Ridge and Valley region of East Tennessee, with the Tennessee River running through the center and ridgelines cutting across neighborhoods. That hilly terrain means sloped lots, drainage challenges, and the kind of clay-heavy soils that put real stress on foundations and brick walls over time.
Much of Knoxville's housing stock was built between the 1940s and 1970s. Neighborhoods like Fourth and Gill, Sequoyah Hills, Holston Hills, and Fountain City are full of older brick homes that need the kind of careful mortar matching and historic material knowledge that generic contractors often skip. The city also has landmarks that every resident knows - from Market Square in the heart of downtown to Neyland Stadium on the riverbank.
Knoxville gets nearly 47 inches of rain per year, with the heaviest rainfall in late winter and spring. That moisture, combined with clay soils that expand when wet and shrink in summer heat, is the main reason masonry problems are so common here. Whether your home is a few blocks from the Old City or out in Farragut, KXM Knoxville Masonry serves homeowners all across the area with the same licensed crew and written estimates on every job.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
KXM Knoxville Masonry
111 E Jackson Ave #203
Knoxville, TN 37915
Monday to Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM. Sunday: 10 AM to 3 PM.
Call us or send a message today - we respond within 1 business day and your estimate is always free.
