Stone Columns and Pillars
A masonry column carries weight and sets a tone. We build stone and brick columns for porches, gates, driveway entrances, pergolas and outdoor kitchens, with footings, reinforcement and caps designed for the job.
- TypesPorch, gate, drive and pergola columns
- FaceStone, brick or stucco-and-stone
- StructureFooting and reinforcement
- TopCaps with a drip edge, often lit
What is included
- 1Built on a footingA proper footing carries the load and keeps the column plumb for decades.
- 2Reinforced where neededSteel and grout core the column where it supports weight or stands tall.
- 3Caps that shed waterCut stone or cast caps protect the top and finish the column.
- 4Light and detailLantern bases, light fixtures and address plaques can be built in.
From your first call to the final cleanup
We lay, repair and restore brick, stone and block in cities across the country. Find yours below and set up a walk-through.
- 1We walk the siteWe look at the wall, yard or roofline together, talk through the look you want and note what is already there.
- 2We set the layoutLines, levels and measurements are marked first, so every course starts straight and the finished work sits true.
- 3We build course by courseUnits are set on a full bed of mortar, checked with level and line, and the joints are struck as we go.
- 4We finish and clean upJoints are tooled, surfaces are cleaned and the site is left tidy, with a walk-through at the end.
Is this the right choice for your project?
- Gated entries and driveway pillars
- Porches and pergolas
- Columns around an outdoor kitchen
- Replacing columns that have cracked or lean
What makes stone look right
- The mixPieces are sorted by size and color and set so the pattern never repeats.
- The backingA moisture barrier, flashing and a scratch coat sit behind veneer so water has somewhere to go.
- The jointTight or deep, the joint style is chosen to suit the stone and the house.
Common questions
Do columns need reinforcement?
Tall or load-bearing columns do. The design depends on height, load and local code, and we plan it for your project.
Can columns match my house?
Yes. We use brick, stone or a combination that picks up your home.
Can you add lights?
Yes. Conduit and fixtures can be built into the column during construction.
Services that pair with this one
Mailboxes and Entry PillarsBrick and stone mailboxes and entry pillars that set the tone before anyone reaches the door.See the service Stone
Natural Stone VeneerReal quarried stone cut thin and set on walls, chimneys and entries for a one-of-a-kind face.See the service Structure
Masonry ArchesBrick and stone arches for openings, entries and gardens, built over a form and locked with a keystone.See the service Find your city
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Ready to build something that lasts?
Call or text Brick Illusions, or send the form, and we will set up a walk-through. Tell us about your wall, chimney or yard and what you would like it to become.