Masonry contractor in Lauderhill, FL - repairs that fix the real cause
Elite Deerfield Beach Concrete & Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Deerfield Beach that repairs and builds brick, block and stone work for Lauderhill homes and condos, from cracked joints and chimneys to new walls, walks and kitchens.
Masonry for Lauderhill homes and condos
Lauderhill is a short drive from our base in Deerfield Beach, right next door to Tamarac and Fort Lauderdale, where we do the same kind of work. It's a mix of single-family concrete block houses finished in stucco, condo and townhouse buildings, and shops along the main roads, and most of our calls here come from the homes. The masonry we see is brick trim and planters, block garden walls, paver driveways and walks, and patios out back. Block under stucco hides a lot, so a crack on the outside can start somewhere else, and that's why I take a close look before I price anything.
Price here mostly follows the size of the job, the material and how much old work has to come out, and the schedule turns on whether a permit and city inspections are involved. I write the estimate on site, so the figure you get is for your house.
Masonry work we do in Lauderhill
When a Lauderhill slab or footing shifts, cracks show up in the stucco and floor first, so we trace them back to the foundation before we repair anything.
Few houses here have one, but a chimney that does tends to lose bricks and crack its crown, the concrete cap on top, and we rebuild what's failing.
Brick planters, accent walls and fireplace faces on older homes here show worn joints first, so we grind out the tired mortar and pack in fresh to match.
On homes and condos here, a spalled brick has its face flaked off for a reason, and we find that reason before we set a match.
Paver driveways in Lauderhill usually sink where the base or edging has failed, so we lift them, rebuild what's underneath and relay them, or lay a new drive.
Most retaining walls we build here are low ones holding a raised bed or patio edge, with drainage behind them so water doesn't push them over.
Older block, brick and stone on homes and condo buildings can come back with cleaning, repointing and patching, so we restore what's sound and replace only what isn't.
Here, fireplace calls usually mean an outdoor one on the back patio, and we build it in block, brick or stone to suit the house.
On block-and-stucco houses, stone veneer, thin stone set on the wall face, can dress up an entry or column, and we check the wall behind first.
Block garden and privacy walls are common around Lauderhill yards, and when one cracks or leans we work out whether the footing or the wall is the problem.
For an addition or a new garage or shed, we lay the foundation block on a proper footing, because everything above depends on that first row being level.
On a covered patio or pool deck, we build the outdoor kitchen's block frame and stone or brick face so the grill and counters sit on something solid.
Front walks here run from driveway to door or around to a side gate, and we build them in pavers, brick or concrete on a firm base.
Want a brick wall along a front yard or condo entry? We lay it on a solid footing with weep holes, small gaps that let water out.
Stone for a Lauderhill planter, step, column or garden wall takes more fitting than brick, and our mason cuts and sets each piece so joints stay tight.
Brick pointing means filling mortar joints starting to open, and on brick trim and condo walls here it's the small job that heads off a bigger one.
What Lauderhill homes ask of a mason
We're licensed and fully insured, and you'll get a straight answer about what's wrong before we touch it. Satisfaction guaranteed.
I write your estimate
I come out to every Lauderhill job myself, look it over and write the estimate, so the price comes from your house.
Cause found before repair
We trace a crack or loose brick to what's behind it, because patching the part you see only hides the problem.
Permits and inspections handled
When your job needs a permit, we pull it, do the paperwork and line up the city inspections.
An experienced mason leads
Our crew works under an experienced mason, and I check in on your job while it's underway.
Know what to watch for
I'll show you what we found and what to look for, so you can spot trouble early next time.
Lauderhill masonry questions, answered
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Lauderhill, FL?
Some masonry jobs do, and the City of Lauderhill's building department is the place to confirm yours, since it reviews permits for fences, driveways, windows and doors, roofing, plumbing and more. Its list doesn't name every kind of masonry, so for a block wall, chimney or veneer job we check with the city before we start rather than guess. When a permit is needed, we pull it and handle the paperwork.
When does a driveway or slab in Lauderhill need an engineering permit?
The city requires an engineering permit for driveways, slabs, paving, sidewalk repair, excavation and filling, and for any work in the right-of-way along the street or in a city easement. Extending a driveway or pouring a slab also means filling out lot coverage forms, and the contractor signs and notarizes the application, has to be registered with the city and shows a certificate of insurance. We take care of that and tell you early if we need your signature or HOA forms.
How do I book a city inspection in Lauderhill?
You call the city at (954) 739-0100, choose option 3 and have the permit number ready. Same-day inspections aren't offered, and a next-day one has to be booked by 3 p.m. the day before and may not be open, so on our jobs we line up inspections ahead of time to keep the crew from waiting.
How do I check that a masonry contractor in Lauderhill is licensed?
Ask for their license and proof of insurance before any work starts. In Florida, anyone seeking a certified contractor license has to pass a state exam first, and the City of Lauderhill requires every business working in the city to hold a business tax receipt and a city Certificate of Use. We're licensed and fully insured, and I'm happy to show you our insurance at the estimate.
How much does masonry work cost in Lauderhill?
The price comes from what's wrong and what it's built from, so I give you a figure after I've looked at it on site, not over the phone. In Lauderhill, a permit, the forms that come with driveway or slab work and the inspections all add time and cost, and inspections in the evening or on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday carry extra overtime fees. Matching older brick or stone, and damage we only find once a wall is open, are the other big swings.
Does my older Lauderhill condo building need a safety inspection?
It may, because the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals has a building safety inspection program for buildings 25 years old or older. Houses and buildings of up to four units with three or fewer living floors above ground are exempt, and so are fee simple townhouses, which leaves bigger buildings like many condos in it. Ask your association how it applies to your building, and if an inspection turns up masonry repairs, I'll come look at what's causing them.
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