What bond beam means
A bond beam is a course of special U shaped block filled with grout and horizontal rebar that ties a masonry wall together.
Where it matters on a masonry and hardscape job
Bond beams go at the top of walls and at floor or roof lines. They add material and labor that a quick block count misses.
What it costs
Jobs that involve bond beam are priced in the retaining wall cost guide: about $5,750 typical, usually $3,350 to $9,600. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The concrete block calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Concrete block calculator
- Cost guide: Retaining wall cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free masonry and hardscape resources