Ralph E. Tolbert founded his own masonry company in 1960. A business built on knowledge, pride and a true sense of workmanship was to be the foundation of the business as it continued to grow and prosper through the years. Currently the business is being managed by the second generation, President Kurt Tolbert.
Daily operations out in the field are overseen by third generation Justin Tolbert. When the St. Paul United Methodist Church in Chambersburg was bid and won in 1997 it was the largest commercial project Ralph had ever pursued to date, and it was completed with great success. During his daily progress monitoring of the work, Ralph concluded that they were quite capable of keeping up in a commercial market.
Daily operations out in the field are overseen by third generation Justin Tolbert. When the St. Paul United Methodist Church in Chambersburg was bid and won in 1997 it was the largest commercial project Ralph had ever pursued to date, and it was completed with great success. During his daily progress monitoring of the work, Ralph concluded that they were quite capable of keeping up in a commercial market.
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A family owned and operated company rooted deep in quality and excellence, with a mission to reach people and give them the beginning of their own history. We are the team you are looking for to handle your masonry project in brick, block, or stone, in restorations, or restoration cleaning. Licensed in PA, MD, and WV, we are committed to providing the best service you will find in the Susquehanna Valley.
We believe that every client deserves quality no matter how big or small the project. With an emphasis on erecting safe, timely and affordable structures, we meet with you and your team to go over your individual process to ensure codes, consistency and personal criteria are met.
When you choose Ralph E. Tolbert Masonry's bid or call them to start the construction, you invest in craftsmanship, experience, partnership with trusted contractors and leadership that guarantees solid infrastructures - both relationally and through brick, stone and block.Winning the bid for the St. Paul United Methodist Church in 1997 launched Ralph E. Tolbert's reputation for successfully overseeing large projects.
When you choose Ralph E. Tolbert Masonry's bid or call them to start the construction, you invest in craftsmanship, experience, partnership with trusted contractors and leadership that guarantees solid infrastructures - both relationally and through brick, stone and block.Winning the bid for the St. Paul United Methodist Church in 1997 launched Ralph E. Tolbert's reputation for successfully overseeing large projects.
Charles Washington Hall in Charles Town, WV was built in 1780. Over the years, additions had been built onto the front for various businesses. The City of Charles Town decided to restore the building, so they tore the additions off of the front and removed the masonry that had deteriorated over the years.
Growers Equipment in Biglerville, PA had a wall that had pulled away from the main barn beams. Ralph E. Tolbert Masonry was hired to prop the floors and roof, tear down the terra cotta block and rebuild the wall with 10 cmu. We identify the areas of structural damage and potential danger with a goal to replicate the original plans in an effort to maintain the same facade appeal, while remaining compliant to the highest standards of code.
John Stewart Memorial Library at Wilson College was built in 1923. From exposure to weather and other elements, the original cast stone of 92 years on the top of the building began to deteriorate. Ralph E. Tolbert Masonry was hired to remove the cast stone caps and turrets on the gables and reinstall new cast stone.
