Structural Brick Columns & Pier Construction

Structural Brick Columns & Pier Construction 

 Whether for gate posts, pergola supports, or verandah piers, freestanding brick columns require specific internal reinforcement to handle structural loads and lateral forces over time. 

 Key elements of a solid build: • Vertical rebar reinforcement tied into concrete footings • Core-filling hollow cavity piers with concrete grout • Proper damp-proofing and weather-resistant capping 

 We handle custom pier construction, structural masonry repairs, and brickwork additions across Maitland, Rutherford, Newcastle, the Hunter Valley, Marsden Park, Blacktown, and Mount Druitt.


www.hunterprobricklaying.com.au

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