Masonry Contractor in South Whittier, CA - Brick, Block and Stone That Holds Up
K&L South Whittier Concrete & Masonry is a masonry contractor based in South Whittier, CA. We repair and build brick, block and stone, from worn mortar and leaky chimneys to cracked walls and new yard projects.
- Fully licensed and insured.
- Free quotes on site.
- Replies within 1 business day.
What we build and repair in South Whittier
Foundation repair
Where a foundation has cracked or a corner has dropped, we find out what moved it first, then repair the masonry so the fix lasts.
Chimney repair
A leaky chimney usually takes water at the cap, the roof flashing or worn joints, so we find the spot before we rebuild any brick.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing means grinding out worn mortar and packing in fresh mortar. When the joints on your wall or chimney have gone sandy, it's often all the brick needs.
Brick repair
Cracked, chipped or loose bricks can be cut out and replaced one at a time. We match size and color as close as we can.
Driveway pavers
Paver driveways hold up to cars when the base under them is dug out and packed right. We build that base first, then lay and lock the pavers.
Retaining wall construction
A retaining wall holds back a slope in your yard. We give it a solid footing and drainage behind it, so water pressure doesn't push it over.
Masonry restoration
Older brick and stone can often be cleaned, given fresh mortar and repaired instead of torn out. We'll tell you which parts are worth saving and which aren't.
Fireplace installation
A masonry fireplace in brick or stone has to draw smoke well. We build the firebox and flue to suit the room and how you'll use it.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer, a thin facing of real or cast stone, can dress up a wall or fireplace. We put the right backing behind it so water stays out.
Concrete block walls
Block walls along a property line need a solid footing and steel bar run through the hollow blocks. We build them straight from the ground up.
Foundation block wall installation
Building an addition or a garage on a block foundation? We set the footing, lay the block and fill it so the wall carries what sits on it.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build the masonry for outdoor kitchens, the base, the counter supports and the surround for your grill, in block, brick or stone sized to your yard.
Walkway construction
A walkway in brick, stone or pavers should shed water and sit flat underfoot. We dig out, pack the base and set the edges so it stays that way.
Brick wall installation
For a garden wall, a planter or a low wall out front, brick gives a classic look. We lay it on a solid footing with even joints.
Stone masonry
Natural stone takes more fitting than brick, since every piece is different. We sort and shape the stone so walls, steps and columns sit tight and look right.
Brick pointing
When only a few joints are cracked or missing, pointing fills just those with fresh mortar. It's a smaller fix than redoing every joint on the wall.
Working in South Whittier, our home base
South Whittier is unincorporated, so the County of Los Angeles provides the services a city would. It's our home base, and we also work in Norwalk and Whittier.
Price turns on the material, how much old work comes out and access. Timing mostly turns on whether a permit is needed, and your estimate shows your price.
Permits are part of our job
When your job needs a permit, we take care of it as the licensed contractor, so you don't deal with the County paperwork yourself.
Not every crack needs fixing
Small, stable cracks can often wait. Where a wall is leaning or a slab has settled, something moved underneath, and we deal with that cause before the masonry.
Fully licensed and insured
We're fully licensed and insured as your contractor. It's fair to ask anyone working on your house for proof of both, us included.
You'll know who's in your yard
I come out to look at every job myself, and I work alongside my crew, so you know who's on your property and what they're doing.
From your first call to the final walk-through
I work alongside my crew, so you can ask me what's happening and why at any point.
Tell us about the job
Call (562) 358-3030 or send the form with what you're seeing and where.
I come out and look
I measure the job and note your address so we know which permit office covers it.
You get your estimate
I walk you through the price and what the work covers, then you decide.
We do the work
My crew and I do the work, and you know who's on site each day.
Walk-through and clean-up
I walk the finished job with you, and we clean up before we leave.
Masonry questions in South Whittier, answered
These cover permits, licenses and the repair-or-rebuild question, and if yours isn't here, just ask us.
Got a different question?
Call (562) 358-3030 or send the form, and we'll reply within one business day.
Who processes building permits for a home in South Whittier?
LA County Public Works issues permits here, and its South Whittier District Office in Norwalk processes building permits to build, remodel, demolish or move a structure. The County's Service Locator shows which office covers your exact address, along with its phone and email if you want to ask about your project.
Does a masonry project in South Whittier need a building permit?
It depends on the work, and we check that before we start. Even work that's exempt from a building permit can still need its own plumbing, electrical or mechanical permit, may still have to meet zoning rules and still has to follow the code.
Does a small masonry repair need a licensed contractor in California?
In most cases, yes, because California only lets someone without a contractor license take small jobs that need no permit and where they employ no one. That minor work limit went from $500 to $1,000, and the Contractors State License Board licenses and regulates contractors in the state.
How long does a County building permit stay active in South Whittier?
County Public Works says to request the first inspection within 12 months of getting the permit, and follow-up inspections every 6 months keep it active. When we handle your permit, we line up those inspections as the work reaches each stage.
Should I tuckpoint or rebuild an old brick chimney?
If the brick is sound and only the mortar is worn, tuckpointing is usually enough. Where bricks are cracked or loose, or the chimney has started to lean, part of it may need rebuilding. I'll tell you which when I look at it, and I'd rather tell you the smaller job will do than sell you the bigger one.
Tell us about your brick, block or stone job
Tell us what you're seeing through the form or by phone. We reply within one business day and set up a free, no-obligation estimate at your house.
Whittier, CA 90604