Dry-stone walls
From $180 / linear ft
A freestanding garden wall about 3 ft high, using fitted stone without mortar. Starting price includes ordinary base preparation, stone and labor; minimum job $3,000.
Scope / Materials / Starting costs
Work that fits
the ground.
These are starting budgets for small residential jobs with straightforward access. The site visit settles measurements, preparation, materials and the written price.
01 / WALLS
A line through the garden.
Mortared stone walls
From $240 / linear ft
A low garden wall about 3 ft high. Starting price includes a standard footing, stone, mortar and labor; minimum job $4,000. Existing wall removal is priced separately.
Retaining ground, unusual heights or work near a building can need a separate design or engineering assessment. We identify that scope before quoting the build.
02 / UNDERFOOT
A place to pause.
A way to get there.
Flagstone patios & paths
From $32 / sq ft
Dry-laid flagstone over a prepared aggregate base, with stone, base material and labor included. Minimum job $3,200. Drainage changes, difficult excavation and old paving removal are separate.
Stone steps
From $1,800 / small flight
Up to three broad stone treads with ordinary base preparation and labor. The slope, landing, stone size and access set the final price. Railings are outside this starting scope.
03 / EXISTING STONE
Give the joints attention.
Chimney repointing
From $950 / small area
Removing loose mortar and repointing up to 20 sq ft of accessible exterior joints. Roof access, scaffolding, rebuilding and flue work are quoted separately or referred to another trade.
Foundation repointing
From $1,200 / small area
Up to 30 sq ft of exposed stone joints, with preparation and compatible mortar included. Excavation and drainage work are separate. Repointing addresses joints; movement needs its own assessment.
We examine the existing stone and mortar before choosing a mix and agree on a small sample area before proceeding.
Scheduling the work
April–November.
Conditions decide the day.
We schedule outdoor work when the ground and forecast suit the materials. Rain, frozen ground and cold curing conditions can move a date. A November site visit may lead to a spring start.
We work in Maple Crossing, Millbrook and Alder Glen. The $75 site visit is credited toward an accepted job. Permits, engineering and unusual access are itemized separately when needed.
Before the site visit
Can you reuse the stone already here?
Often, yes. We sort what is sound and suitable, discuss how much can be reused and price any additional stone. The site visit is where we make that call.
What does the written warranty cover?
The written estimate includes a one-year workmanship warranty for the work described in that estimate, starting at completion. Material limitations and exclusions are listed before you accept; there is no separate structural guarantee.
Walk us through your idea.
A few measurements are helpful. A finished design is not required.