
Suffolk County · Smithtown · North Shore
Masonry Contractors in St. James, NY
Retaining walls, stoops, stone veneer, brick and chimney work for St. James homes — built by our own crews since 1991, licensed # 58161-H since 1994.
Local expertise
Why St. James masonry has to be built right.
APM O'Neill & Sons works throughout St. James, NY, a north shore community in Suffolk County under Town of Smithtown jurisdiction. Our crews handle retaining walls, front stoops and steps, chimney rebuilds and repointing, stone and brick veneer, and full paver patios and driveways for St. James homeowners. We've been building across Suffolk County for 35 years out of our Medford yard, and every job is run by our own crew — no subcontracted finish work. Free on-site estimates, licensed under # 58161-H, and financing available on most projects.
Smithtown mixes North Shore slopes near the Nissequogue River with flat inland lots, and its clay-and-sand soils hold spring water longer than the South Shore.
Classic colonials, high-ranches and estate homes in St. James, Head of the Harbor and Nissequogue. Brick and stone stoops, stone veneer columns and formal walkways are what we build most.
Older brick stoops here often have hollow cores that trap water and spall in winter. We rebuild with solid cores and proper pitch so water sheds off, not into, the masonry.
St. James falls under Town of Smithtown permitting. Suffolk County frost depth is 42 inches, so every footing we pour reaches below that line. We evaluate grade, soil drainage, and runoff on-site before quoting, and detail drainage where the yard holds water in spring.
Services in St. James
Full-service masonry — locally.
Retaining Walls in St. James
Engineered segmental and natural stone walls with real drainage behind them.
Stoops & Steps in St. James
Footings below frost line, reinforced cores, stone, brick or paver treads.
Stone Veneer in St. James
Natural and manufactured stone facades, columns and foundation walls.
Brick & Block in St. James
Brick walkways, piers, planters and block construction done by hand.
Chimney & Repair in St. James
Rebuilds, repointing and crown repairs that stop water getting in.
Fire Pits & Fireplaces in St. James
Masonry fire features and seat walls built to last outdoors.
Our masonry work
What we build for St. James homeowners.



Formal brick or natural stone work takes more hand labor than pavers, and we price it that way — clearly, with options in the estimate.
FAQ
Masonry in St. James: common questions.
How much does masonry work cost in St. James, NY?
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It depends on scope and material. A small stoop repair can be a few thousand dollars, while a full stoop rebuild, stone veneer facade or engineered retaining wall costs more. Formal brick or natural stone work takes more hand labor than pavers, and we price it that way — clearly, with options in the estimate. Every St. James estimate is free, on-site and itemized.
Do I need a permit for a stoop or retaining wall in St. James?
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St. James falls under Town of Smithtown. Many stoop rebuilds and taller retaining walls need a permit there. We check the rules for your address and pull any permits ourselves so you don't have to.
What masonry problems are common in St. James?
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Smithtown mixes North Shore slopes near the Nissequogue River with flat inland lots, and its clay-and-sand soils hold spring water longer than the South Shore. Older brick stoops here often have hollow cores that trap water and spall in winter. We rebuild with solid cores and proper pitch so water sheds off, not into, the masonry.
Are you licensed and insured for masonry in St. James?
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Yes. APM O'Neill & Sons is licensed in Suffolk County (License # 58161-H), fully insured, and has been building masonry on Long Island since 1991 with our own crews — no subcontractors.
Which towns near St. James do you also serve?
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We work all over Suffolk County, including Wyandanch, Wheatley Heights, West Bay Shore, Kings Park. Our yard is in Medford, so most addresses are an easy drive for estimates and site visits.
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Flexible monthly payment plans for patios, driveways, and outdoor living projects across Suffolk County. Licensed & insured. Free estimates.

Financing provided by Hearth. 60-120 month terms. Subject to credit approval. Rates and terms vary by lender.
