Masonry

Cardinal Home Center supplies the masonry materials that builders and homeowners in Central Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley rely on. Our Madison, Crozet, Staunton, and Mineral locations stock concrete block, bagged concrete and mortar, reinforcement, sand, and masonry tools for foundations, crawlspaces, retaining walls, and concrete repairs. Materials are available for pickup in store or delivered to your job site on most masonry and bulk orders. Contact your nearest location to check availability and schedule delivery.

Concrete Block

Concrete block is a standard foundation choice across the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding counties. With the history of Valley Building Supply behind us, we continue to support that demand with reliable concrete masonry inventory at our Madison, Crozet, Staunton, and Mineral locations.

These stores carry core concrete block sizes used for foundations, garages, additions, and walls, including:

• 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12-inch concrete masonry units (CMU)
• Standard and solid units
• Half height and half length units
• Bond beam units in multiple sizes
• Cap block for finishing rows

Chimney block and flue liners are available at select locations, primarily Madison and Staunton. Availability can vary, so calling ahead is recommended.

Bagged Concrete and Mortar Mixes

Our masonry locations stock bagged concrete and masonry mixes for new construction and repair work. These products cover everything from setting block and pouring slabs to patching surfaces and anchoring posts.

• Concrete mix in common bag sizes
• Type N and Type S mortar mixes
• Portland cement and sand mix
• Grout and anchoring mixes
• Concrete patching and resurfacing products
• Blacktop and driveway repair products
• Bonding agents and other specialty repair materials

Staunton also carries additional specialty mortar and high-heat products commonly used for fireplace and refractory work.

Masonry Tools

Each masonry location carries core masonry hand tools for block work, flatwork, and repair projects. Staunton features an expanded selection of professional-grade Bon Tool masonry tools for contractors.

• Trowels and pointing tools
• Jointers and edgers
• Floats and finish trowels
• Levels and mason line
• Mixing tools and buckets

Sand

Sand is an important part of many masonry jobs, from mixing mortar to setting posts and leveling bases. Our masonry locations carry bagged sand, and select locations offer bulk options.

• Play sand
• All-purpose sand
• Masonry sand
• Bulk sand options at Madison and Crozet (formats and quantities vary by store)

Rebar and Reinforcement

Reinforcement helps support foundations, slabs, and structural masonry work. Our masonry locations carry rebar and reinforcement products in common sizes for residential and light commercial projects.

• Rebar in common diameters and lengths, including shorter pins and 10-foot and 20-foot lengths
• Reinforcement wire panels for slabs and flatwork
• Reinforcement wire rolls at select locations
• Ladder wire and accessories for block courses
• Rebar caps, chairs, and related accessories

Well and Foundation Accessories

For homes with basements and wells, we stock a range of foundation and window well products at select locations, most commonly Madison, Staunton, and Mineral. Availability can vary by store.

• Window wells in multiple sizes
• Covers and accessories for window wells
• Cement well casings and related components

Basement Columns and Structural Supports

Along with concrete block, our masonry locations stock adjustable steel and basement columns for structural support work. These columns are commonly used under beams in basements, crawlspaces, additions, and other areas where extra support is required.

Basement and adjustable steel columns should always be selected based on structural calculations from a licensed engineer. Once you have the required size and load information, our team can help you match your plans to the correct column length and style.

• Adjustable steel columns for basements and crawlspaces
• Columns sized for common residential spans
• Support for beam repairs, sagging floors, and additions

Materials for Common Masonry Projects

Customers often ask what they need to buy for a specific masonry project. The lists below give a general idea of the materials commonly used. Our team can help you fine-tune quantities and details for your job.

Block foundation or crawlspace:

• Standard or solid concrete block in the required size
• Cap block for the top course
• Type S mortar
• Rebar and reinforcement wire as required by code or plans
• Masonry sand
• Lintels for window and door openings

Concrete pad or walkway:

• Bagged concrete mix in appropriate strength
• Wire mesh panels and rebar where needed
• Bonding agent for overlay or repair work
• Patching or resurfacing mix for existing concrete

Retaining wall projects:

• Concrete block suited to the design and height of the wall
• Masonry sand
• Drainage stone and backfill materials (availability varies by store)
• Type S mortar if building a mortared wall

General concrete and masonry repairs:

• Concrete patching mix or crack filler
• Mortar repair products for block and brick joints
• Bonding agent for better adhesion

Support for Homeowners

If you are planning your first masonry project, our team can help you understand which block size, mix type, sand, and reinforcement materials are best suited to your project. Bring your measurements or plans, and we can help estimate how many blocks, bags of mix, and related materials you should expect to use. Find your nearest Cardinal Home Center location to get started.

Support for Contractors

Contractors depend on our Madison, Crozet, Staunton, and Mineral locations for consistent block inventory, reinforcement materials, and bagged mixes. We can help with large orders, call-ahead loading, and coordinating deliveries that combine masonry materials with lumber and other building products on the same truck. Our boom truck delivery is available for heavier loads where site conditions allow.

Delivery and Service Area

Cardinal Home Center offers delivery for concrete block, bagged materials, rebar, reinforcement wire, and sand on most masonry and bulk orders. Our delivery team regularly serves Augusta, Nelson, Albemarle, Madison, Greene, Louisa, Orange, and surrounding areas. Contact your nearest store for current availability, delivery options, and scheduling, or visit our Locations page to find the store closest to your project.