Masonry contractor in Coconut Creek, FL - block walls and pavers fixed at the source
Elite Deerfield Beach Concrete & Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Deerfield Beach that works in Coconut Creek, repairing cracked block walls, brick, chimneys and paver driveways, and building new walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens.
Masonry work on Coconut Creek homes
Coconut Creek is a short drive from our base in Deerfield Beach. Most of what we see there is planned neighborhoods and condo communities, many of them under an HOA, with concrete block houses finished in stucco, paver driveways and pool decks, and block walls along the back of the lot. The calls look a lot like the ones we get next door in Margate, and we work the same way from Boynton Beach down to Fort Lauderdale and Tamarac.
The price here mostly moves with the size of the job, how easy it is to get to the work around a fence or a pool cage, and how closely new material has to match the old. The schedule usually turns on permits and HOA approval more than on the work itself. I write each estimate after I've seen the job, so your number is built on your house. The ground under most houses here is sandy, so when a wall, slab or paver drive shifts, the cause is usually underneath, and that's where I look first.
What we do in Coconut Creek
Cracks through block and stucco often start under the slab. I find what's moving the house first, then our crew repairs the foundation where the problem is.
Chimneys aren't common here, so the ones on older houses go years without a look. We repair cracked crowns, loose brick and failed joints before water gets in.
Worn mortar joints on brick fronts and garden walls let water in. We tuckpoint them, grinding out the tired mortar and packing in fresh mortar colored to match.
Brick on entries, planters and columns cracks when the block behind it moves or a sprinkler keeps it wet. We replace the broken brick and deal with that cause.
Paver driveways are common in Coconut Creek's HOA neighborhoods. We lift sunken or root-heaved sections, rebuild the base underneath and relay or replace the pavers to match.
The ground here is flat, so most retaining walls we build hold back a raised planter, a patio edge or the slope down to a lake.
For older block houses and condo buildings, we clean, repair and repoint masonry that's tired but sound, and tell you plainly where something needs replacing instead.
A fireplace here is usually a centerpiece, in the living room or on a covered patio. We build them in masonry, firebox to finished surround.
Stone veneer dresses up a plain stucco front or column. We prepare the wall behind it first, since veneer lasts only as long as what holds it.
Block privacy walls run along a lot of yards and community edges here. We build new ones with steel and grout in the cores and repair leaning runs.
For additions, raised floors and garage expansions, we lay the block foundation walls the rest of the build stands on, set to the plans.
Many Coconut Creek backyards center on the pool and patio. We build block and stone outdoor kitchens, grill bases and counters that fit the space you have.
Front walks and side paths here often settle or get pushed up by tree roots. We build new paver, brick or concrete walks on a well-packed base.
Brick garden walls, mailbox columns and entry pillars give a stucco house some character. We lay them straight and level on a footing sized for the wall.
Natural stone shows up here on planters, pool surrounds and feature walls. We set it by hand, fitting each piece so the joints sit tight.
When only a few joints are cracked or missing on a brick front or planter, we point them, filling the gaps with new mortar before water gets behind.
What Coconut Creek homes ask of masonry
You can count on a straight explanation of what's wrong and why, a crew led by an experienced mason, and me checking in while the work goes on.
The cause, found first
Before anything gets patched, I work out why the wall, slab or pavers moved, so the repair goes where the problem is.
Repairs matched to your house
We match mortar color, brick and pavers to what's on your house as closely as the materials allow.
Calls taken after work
We pick up weekdays until 11 PM and weekends until 10 PM, so you can reach us once you're home.
Licensed, insured, guaranteed
We're licensed and fully insured on every job, small or large, and our work is satisfaction guaranteed.
Know what to watch for
Before we pack up, I show you what we fixed and why, so you can spot early signs of trouble yourself.
Coconut Creek masonry questions
Does a masonry contractor working in Coconut Creek need a Broward County business tax receipt?
Yes, in most cases, because Broward County requires a Local Business Tax Receipt from anyone doing business in the county unless they're exempt. Some Broward cities may also ask for that county receipt before a contractor can pull a permit, even from a state-certified contractor who already holds a receipt from another Florida county. Certain trades need more paperwork first, such as a Certificate of Competency from the county's Building Code Division, before the Tax Collector will issue the receipt.
Does Broward County's building safety inspection program apply to my house in Coconut Creek?
Probably not if you own a house built for one to four families with three or fewer living stories above ground, or a fee simple townhouse, because those are exempt. The county program covers buildings 25 years or older, with later inspections every ten years, and the Building Official enforces it. If you're in an older condo building that falls under it, we can take on the masonry repairs an inspection turns up.
What building code applies to masonry work in Coconut Creek?
Work here is built to the Florida Building Code as amended by Broward County's Board of Rules and Appeals, which writes the county's local changes to it. When your job needs a permit, we pull it, handle the paperwork and line up the inspections. We'll also tell you early on if the city needs anything from you, like a signature or your HOA's forms.
How much does masonry repair cost in Coconut Creek?
The biggest difference in cost on a Coconut Creek repair is whether the cause sits underneath, because rebuilding a base or footing takes far more labor than patching a crack. Matching older pavers or brick that aren't made anymore can add to it, and so can tight access behind a pool cage. We'd rather price the real fix than a patch, and I'll walk you through what each part of the number covers when I write it up.
What causes cracks in block walls and paver driveways in Coconut Creek?
Most cracks here start with something moving underneath, usually sand washing out from under a slab or paver base, tree roots pushing up, or water working into a joint and rusting the steel inside the block. The crack is the sign, not the problem, so I look for the cause first and then we repair both. If the cause isn't clear on the first look, I'll tell you that and take a closer look before I give you an answer.
How long does a masonry job take in Coconut Creek?
Most of the wait usually comes before our crew starts, while any permit, HOA approval and matching materials come through. Small repairs like pointing a few joints go quickly, and new walls or outdoor kitchens take longer because footings, inspections and curing sit between the steps. When I come out, I'll tell you what the schedule turns on for your job.
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Ask for a Coconut Creek masonry estimate
The sooner I see a crack or a sinking paver, the better the odds the fix stays small, so call (754) 253-5630 or use the form.