Serving Clinton & Hunterdon County
Stoops, steps, retaining walls, brick and stone work, Belgian block and masonry repairs for Clinton, NJ homes and businesses.
Three decades paving NJ properties
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Owner-led, hands-on projects
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Clinton, NJ
Quick answer
Old Irish Paving & Masonry provides masonry services in Clinton, NJ: front stoops and steps, retaining walls, brick and stone walls, pillars, Belgian block curbing, stucco and parging, and repointing and repairs. We build on proper footings with drainage behind walls, and we match existing materials on repairs.
In historic Clinton, masonry repair means matching old brick and stone and using mortar that’s compatible with older materials. Out in the township it’s more often new stoops, retaining walls and patio walls.
The Town of Clinton is full of historic homes with brick and stone details close to the street, while Clinton Township and Annandale have newer subdivisions with two- and three-car garages. Masonry in New Jersey has to survive freeze-thaw cycles and de-icing salt, so we focus on footings below frost depth, the right mortar for the brick or stone, and details that shed water.
Key facts
Problems we solve
These are the issues we’re called about most in Clinton and nearby Hunterdon County: some are specific to local soils, terrain and housing, others are common across New Jersey.
What you seeCrumbling joints, spalled brick and mismatched past repairs on older Clinton homes.
Why it happensOld soft brick repaired with hard modern cement, plus decades of weather.
How we fix itRepointing with compatible, softer mortar and replacing damaged units with salvaged or closely matched brick and stone.
How to prevent itAvoid sealers and hard mortars on historic masonry.
What you seeSoggy lawns, puddling driveways and damp basements after heavy rain.
Why it happensLow-lying ground and a high water table near the river.
How we fix itRaise and pitch driveways and patios, add drainage stone and fabric, and improve basement drainage where needed.
How to prevent itKeep gutters and downspouts flowing away from the house.
What you seeNarrow drives between houses with old walls, fences and sidewalks right at the edge.
Why it happensHistoric lot layouts never planned for modern cars.
How we fix itCareful sawcutting, protecting neighboring masonry, and smaller equipment to rebuild the drive properly.
How to prevent itChoose durable edges like Belgian block where space is tight.
What you seeRailings that move when you lean on them, with rust stains around the posts.
Why it happensWater entering the post holes, rusting the steel and cracking the masonry.
How we fix itWe reset or replace the railings, core-drill fresh holes and seal them so water can’t get in.
How to prevent itKeep posts sealed and painted.
What you seeWhite powdery deposits on brick, block or stone.
Why it happensWater moving through masonry and carrying salts to the surface. It’s a sign of moisture.
How we fix itWe clean it properly and, more importantly, find and stop the water source.
How to prevent itGood caps, flashing and drainage.
What you seeMulch and soil wash down every storm, and the lawn is too steep to mow.
Why it happensBare or steep slopes with concentrated runoff.
How we fix itTerraced retaining walls create level areas, with swales or drains to manage runoff.
How to prevent itPlan walls and drainage together.
Loose caps, a few cracked bricks and worn mortar joints can usually be repaired by repointing and resetting. If a stoop is pulling away from the house, a wall is leaning, or water has gotten inside the structure and is freezing, a rebuild on a proper footing is the lasting fix. We’ll show you what we see and quote both options when it’s close.
Our process
Tom or a family member walks the property, measures, checks drainage and talks through materials and budget.
You get a clear, itemised quote covering excavation, base depth, materials, finish and clean-up. No pressure.
Our own crew excavates, builds the compacted base and installs the surface using quality materials.
We clean up, walk the finished job with you, explain aftercare and stand behind the work.
Properties near the South Branch can be low and wet, while the township rises into rolling hills with rocky, shale-rich soil. Retaining walls fail from water pressure behind them, so every wall we build gets a compacted base, a level first course, clean drainage stone behind the wall, a perforated drain at the base and geogrid reinforcement on taller walls. Read why quality wall construction matters.
Plan with confidence
Reviews
★★★★★
Tom, his son, and their crew replaced our front walkway and steps and repaired a foundation wall on our home. They were here on time every morning and cleaned up before they left for the day. The quality of their work is outstanding.
— Kate L., Google review
★★★★★
I couldn't be happier with the work Old Irish Paving did on my driveway! The team was professional, efficient, and the quality of their work is outstanding. They made the whole process stress-free from start to finish.
— Angel G., Google review
★★★★★
Old Irish put in a patio for us and we are extremely happy with the patio and their service. They were very responsive and got the job done very quickly. The patio and concrete pad underneath our hot tub look amazing!
— Alyssa M., Google review
FAQ
Yes. We repoint mortar joints, replace damaged brick, reset loose caps and stones, and match materials and mortar color as closely as possible.
Many towns, including in Hunterdon County, require permits for stoop replacement, railings and retaining walls over a certain height. We’ll check Clinton’s requirements during your estimate.
Yes. We serve the Town of Clinton, Clinton Township, Annandale and the surrounding Hunterdon County communities.
Typically 3–6 working days including demolition, footing, masonry and finishing.
When mortar joints are recessed, sandy or missing. Repointing with compatible mortar protects the brick and stops water getting in.
Efflorescence: salts carried to the surface by moisture. Clean it, then find and stop the water source.
Free, no-obligation quote
Tell us about your driveway, patio, steps or masonry project. Tom or a member of the family will call you back promptly to book a free on-site visit and a written quote.
Prefer to talk? (908) 992-2345
