Top-Rated Masonry Contractor in Corpus Christi TX - Brick and Mortar That Holds Up
H&K Corpus Christi Concrete & Masonry handles brick repair, tuckpointing and chimney repair in Corpus Christi and nearby Portland and Robstown. We also restore masonry on older houses and build retaining walls for yard projects you've put off.
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Tell us what you're seeing, where the house is and the best way to reach you. We reply within one business day, then I come out myself and put a free estimate in writing, with no obligation to book.
Brick and mortar repair from a Corpus Christi masonry contractor
I came to masonry after years in industrial maintenance and learned the trade under a mason who'd done it his whole life. Most of our work is brick and mortar repair on older homes, and I care most about the part nobody sees, because that decides how it holds up. The longer story is on our about page.
We're based in Corpus Christi and work across the cities around it. Call (361) 232-9674 any day of the week, or send a note through our contact page, and we'll set a time for me to come look.
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Masonry and concrete work in Corpus Christi
H&K Corpus Christi Concrete & Masonry is a masonry contractor in Corpus Christi for crumbling joints, cracked brick, a worrying chimney or new walls and walkways. Price turns on how much needs rebuilding, the materials and how easy the spot is to reach, and timing on whether a permit comes first. You'll get your figure in a free written estimate.
- Learn more about Foundation repair
Foundation repair
Stair-step cracks in the brick or doors that stick can mean the foundation has moved. We find the cause first, then fix the part that's failing.
- Learn more about Chimney repair
Chimney repair
Is your chimney leaning, shedding brick or leaking at the roof? We repair the cap on top, rebuild loose brick and repoint the joints so it sheds water.
- Learn more about Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing means grinding out worn mortar joints and packing in fresh mortar, struck to match the old line. It's for brick that's sound but has sandy, open joints.
- Learn more about Brick repair
Brick repair
A few cracked, flaking or loose bricks don't mean a whole wall has to come down. We cut out the bad ones and set matching brick in their place.
- Learn more about Driveway pavers
Driveway pavers
We lay driveway pavers over a dug-out, packed base with a firm edge on each side, because that base is what keeps them flat under your cars.
- Learn more about Retaining wall construction
Retaining wall construction
We build block and stone retaining walls to hold back soil and level off a yard, with drainage behind them so water can get out.
- Learn more about Masonry restoration
Masonry restoration
What does restoration cover? Cleaning, repointing and rebuilding worn sections of older brick or stone, matched to what's already there so the repair doesn't stand out.
- Learn more about Fireplace installation
Fireplace installation
We build brick and stone fireplaces, from the firebox where the fire sits to the hearth and surround, for a new room or a remodel.
- Learn more about Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer is thin stone set over a wall for the look of solid stone. We put a water barrier behind it so the wall underneath stays dry.
- Learn more about Concrete block walls
Concrete block walls
We lay concrete block walls for property lines, privacy and garden borders, with steel and grout in the hollow cores where the wall needs the strength.
- Learn more about Foundation block wall installation
Foundation block wall installation
Building an addition or a raised floor? We lay block foundation walls on a solid footing, level and square, so what goes on top starts out right.
- Learn more about Outdoor kitchen masonry
Outdoor kitchen masonry
We build outdoor kitchens in brick, block or stone, from the grill base to the counters and bar, sized for the appliances you pick.
- Learn more about Walkway construction
Walkway construction
We build brick, paver and stone walkways from the driveway to the door or around the yard, pitched a little so rain runs off instead of pooling.
- Learn more about Brick wall installation
Brick wall installation
Want a brick wall along a border or around a planter? We set it on a poured footing with small gaps at the base to let water out.
- Learn more about Stone masonry
Stone masonry
Stone masonry is laying natural stone by hand, fitting each piece to the next, for walls, steps, columns and trim on homes that call for real stone.
- Learn more about Brick pointing
Brick pointing
Mortar that crumbles when you scratch it lets water into the wall. We rake out the loose joints and refill them with mortar matched to the old.
Why homeowners call H&K
I'd rather give you a fast, straight answer, even when the answer is no, than keep you guessing. Here's what that looks like once you call.
Same person, estimate to finish
I come out to every job myself, and I'm on site with our crew while it's built, so the plan you hear is the plan we build.
Bids you can compare
Your written estimate spells out the method and materials, so you can set it beside other bids and see what each one includes.
Only the work you need
If only part of the wall or chimney needs work, I'll tell you so and price just that part.
City permits handled for you
When a job needs a permit, we handle the application with the right city office and keep you posted as it moves, so you aren't chasing paperwork.
Examples of masonry work
Look through these examples of brick, stone and block work to get ideas for finishes and styles before we talk about your project.
Corpus Christi and the cities around it
H&K Corpus Christi Concrete & Masonry is based in Corpus Christi, Texas, and works across the cities around it. Eight cities have their own page below, Portland and Kingsville among them, and if yours isn't listed, call and ask.
Working on homes across Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi has its own flood maps, and homes close to the water can sit in zones that face storm waves and surge. Work near the beach can need a beachfront construction certificate from the city, and in almost every such case a building permit too, so we check where your house sits before we plan a footing or wall.
We keep the mess to the work area, cover what sits next to it and clean up before we leave each day. If I think a job can wait, or isn't needed at all, I'll tell you so on the spot rather than sell it to you.
Have a wall or chimney question?
(361) 232-9674Questions Corpus Christi homeowners ask
How much does brick and mortar repair cost in Corpus Christi?
The price depends on how much brick or mortar has to come out, how closely it has to match the old, and how hard the spot is to reach. A chimney two stories up takes more to reach than a garden wall, so I give you your figure in the written estimate after I've seen it.
Is it cheaper to repair part of a brick wall or rebuild it?
Repairing just the failing section usually costs less, and it's often all a wall needs. A rebuild makes sense when the brick itself is breaking down or the wall has shifted out of line, which I can usually tell at the estimate.
How long does a masonry repair take in Corpus Christi?
It depends on the size of the job, whether a permit has to come through first and how long the mortar or concrete needs to set between steps. I'll walk you through the order of the work and what could hold it up when I give you the estimate.
Is H&K Corpus Christi Concrete & Masonry licensed and insured?
Yes, we're licensed and fully insured. Ask about it when I come out for the estimate, and I'll give you a straight answer.
What happens after I ask for a masonry estimate?
We reply within one business day to set a time, then I come out myself, look the job over and put a free estimate in writing. There's no pressure to book, and if you go ahead, I'm on site with our crew while the work gets done.
Do you guarantee your masonry work?
Yes, every job comes with our promise, "Your satisfaction, guaranteed." Before new mortar or brick goes in, I check the prep work that ends up hidden, because that's where most repairs go wrong.
Can you match the old brick and mortar on an older Corpus Christi home?
Usually we can get close by finding brick in the same size and color and mixing mortar to match the old color and texture. On older brick, the new mortar should be no harder than the brick around it, because mortar that's too hard can make the brick crack instead of the joint.
Do I need a permit for masonry work in Corpus Christi?
Some masonry jobs do, and the city's Development Services Department issues them, including the permits city code requires for digging and fill inside city limits. When your job needs one, we handle the application and keep you posted. If you aren't sure your house is inside city limits, the city's address search will tell you.