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Liberty Gardena Concrete and MasonryLiberty Gardena Concrete and Masonry

Masonry work that holds up and fits your house in Gardena, CA

Liberty Gardena Concrete and Masonry fixes the brick, block and stone you already have and builds new outdoor work, keeping the mess down and protecting the house and yard while we're there.

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Red brick house with decorative brickwork above a window, bordered by mulched garden beds and a large tree.
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Masonry services in Gardena, CA

Liberty Gardena Concrete and Masonry handles 16 kinds of masonry work in Gardena, from crumbling mortar and cracked brick to new walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens. The price comes down to how much material the job takes, what it's made of, how easy it is to reach and how much old work has to come out first, and matching old brick or stone takes longer than laying new. The schedule turns on the size of the job, whether it needs a permit and inspections, and how long mortar and concrete need to set between stages. Your written estimate tells you what we'd do and why.

  • A brick house porch with a white railing and large gray stone pavers across the floor.

    Foundation repair

    Seeing cracks in your foundation or a corner that's settling? We find out what's moving and repair the block or concrete under your house so it's sound again.

  • Two blue-cushioned chaise lounges sit on a square paver patio in a leafy garden.

    Chimney repair

    We rebuild loose brick, worn joints and broken crowns on chimneys, because those are the spots that let water in and work the bricks loose over time.

  • A square stone fire pit filled with dark pebbles sits in a landscaped patio surrounded by pale block walls and bench seating.

    Tuckpointing

    We grind out worn mortar joints across a wall and pack in fresh mortar, colored and tooled to match, so the brick stays tight and the wall looks even.

  • A covered pool patio has a white brick fireplace, wood seating, and a blue swimming pool beneath a black metal enclosure.

    Brick repair

    Cracked, chipped or loose bricks let water into the wall behind them. We cut out the bad ones and set matching brick so the repair blends in.

  • Curved gray stone pavers form a broad driveway beside a neatly trimmed lawn, trees, and shrubs.

    Driveway pavers

    We build paver driveways on a packed base, laid in the pattern and color you pick, for homeowners who want something better looking than a plain slab.

  • A tall retaining wall of textured brown and gray stone blocks borders a concrete walkway beside a white railing.

    Retaining wall construction

    Want a level yard where there's a slope now? We build block and stone retaining walls with a solid footing and drainage behind them.

  • Gray stone steps and a paved walkway lead to a house porch, bordered by rough stone pillars and black metal railings.

    Masonry restoration

    For older brick and stone that's worn, stained or patched over the years, we repair the joints, replace damaged pieces and bring the whole wall back together.

  • Outdoor kitchen features a stone masonry island with a lit fire pit, a domed oven and stainless steel appliances.

    Fireplace installation

    We build brick and stone fireplaces and surrounds that fit the room and the rest of the house, set on a solid base and laid up to the plans.

  • A tiled outdoor kitchen under a covered patio features stainless steel grills, a red ceramic cooker, and pale stone counters.

    Stone veneer installation

    We cover existing walls, columns and fireplaces with stone veneer, a thin face of real or cast stone, for the look of stone without a full stone wall.

  • A modern house with stone veneer walls and a low gray concrete block retaining wall bordering a planted garden bed.

    Concrete block walls

    We build concrete block walls for property lines, privacy and yards, set on poured footings with steel and grout inside where the wall needs it.

  • A circular stone fire pit is surrounded by brown Adirondack chairs on a paved patio beside a black metal fence and trees.

    Foundation block wall installation

    We lay block foundation walls for additions, garages and rebuilds, on proper footings and reinforced the way the work gets checked on a new build.

  • Stone outdoor kitchen beneath a dark pergola, with a block fireplace, built-in counters, and a paved patio.

    Outdoor kitchen masonry

    Planning to cook outside? We build the block base, counters and brick or stone finish for outdoor kitchens, sized to your yard and the grill you've picked.

  • Straight gray paver walkway leads through a landscaped lawn toward a large white house.

    Walkway construction

    We build walkways in brick, stone, pavers or concrete, laid on a packed base and sloped so water runs off instead of pooling at your door.

  • A tan brick wall surrounds a dark decorative front door with a red wreath.

    Brick wall installation

    For a garden wall, planter or front wall, we build new brick walls on proper footings and match the brick to your house so the wall belongs there.

  • A swimming pool with a raised stone masonry spa and a waterfall, surrounded by pavers and lounge chairs.

    Stone masonry

    Natural stone is heavy, uneven and slow to lay well. We build stone walls, steps, columns and borders, fitting each stone by hand so the joints stay tight.

  • A broad exposed-aggregate concrete driveway leads to a modern house with two garage doors and stone veneer accents.

    Brick pointing

    Seeing gaps or sandy mortar in a few spots? We rake out just the failing joints and refill them with matched mortar before water gets behind the brick.

The mason behind the work in Gardena

I learned masonry laying block and brick on new construction sites, then started Liberty Gardena Concrete and Masonry in Gardena in 2023 to do that same work on homes people live in. We're licensed and insured. My own small crew and I handle all 16 of our services, from worn mortar and cracked brick to new walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens. You can read more about me and the crew.

About us

Why hire us for masonry in Gardena

  1. Work built the way inspectors check it

    I learned this trade on new construction, where footings, steel and mortar get checked before anything is covered up. We hold the work on your house to that same standard, from the footing up.

  2. The same person estimates and builds

    I come out to look at every job myself, and my own small crew and I do the work. Nothing gets lost between what we talked about in your yard and what gets built.

  3. A straight answer on what to fix

    At the first visit I tell you what needs work, what can be left alone and why. That way you don't pay for repairs your house doesn't need.

  4. New mortar and brick that match

    We match new mortar, brick and stone to what's already on your house, in color, size and the shape of the joints. The repair holds up and blends in instead of looking patched.

Tell us about your job on our contact page or call (424) 528-1318.

Brick, block and stone work

From your first call to the finished job

  1. Call or send the form

    Call (424) 528-1318 or send the form and tell us what you're seeing, or what you want built. We reply within one business day to set a time when I can come out and look at it in person.

  2. Site visit and written estimate

    I come out myself with a tape and a few questions. The estimate is free and done on site, with no obligation, and you get it in writing, saying what I'd do and why. If the job needs a permit, we take it out under our license and set up the inspections.

  3. We do the work

    My own small crew and I do the job, the same people from start to finish. We cover plants and walkways, keep the work area tidy and keep the mess down, because you're still living in the house while we're there.

  4. Cleanup and walk-through

    When the work is done, we clean up the site and haul off what's left. Then I walk the finished job with you so you can see what we did and ask about anything before we pack up. Your satisfaction, guaranteed.

Gardena and the cities around it

Liberty Gardena Concrete and Masonry is based in Gardena, CA, and works across the 12 cities listed here, including Torrance and Carson, and in many others around them. If you're not sure we cover your address, just ask.

Gardena, CA 90249

Hours
Mon–Fri: 7 AM–10 PM, Sat–Sun: 6 AM–11 PM

Masonry questions from Gardena homeowners

How much does masonry repair cost in Gardena, CA?

It depends on how much of the wall is failing, so I price it after I've seen it. Refilling a few loose joints costs far less than rebuilding a section, and matching old brick or stone adds time. Your free on-site estimate gives you the number for your job.

Is it cheaper to repair old brick or replace the whole wall?

Repair is usually cheaper when the brick itself is sound and only the mortar or a few bricks have failed. When a wall is leaning, cracked straight through or sitting on a bad footing, patching it just puts off the bill, and I'll tell you that at the first visit.

How long does a masonry job take?

It depends on the size of the job, whether it needs a permit and how long mortar and concrete need to set between stages. The city says typical over-the-counter permits, like fence permits, are usually turned around in three business days. You'll know more once I've seen the job.

Does a masonry contractor need a license in California?

Yes, in most cases. The state contractor board requires a license for anyone contracting work that needs a building permit, uses employee labor or comes to $1,000 or more in labor and materials combined. Gardena also requires a business license from contractors working in the city, even ones based elsewhere, and we're licensed and insured.

Do I need a permit for masonry work in Gardena?

Often yes, because the city's Building Services issues permits for most construction, repair and alteration work. Its common exceptions include open walkways and driveways, and its code exempts retaining walls 3 feet or less from the bottom of the footing to the top, unless the wall holds up an added load above it. If your job needs a permit, we take it out under our license, and if it doesn't, we'll tell you that too.

What do I need to do to get my yard ready for masonry work?

Not much, just move cars, patio furniture and pots out of the work area and keep pets inside. We take care of covering plants and walkways and setting up a spot for materials before we start.

Do you guarantee your masonry work?

Yes, we back every job with one promise. Your satisfaction, guaranteed. We'd rather build it right the first time than come back to patch it.

Should I use pavers or concrete for my driveway?

For most driveways I lean toward pavers, because a cracked paver can be lifted out and replaced while a cracked slab usually means cutting out concrete. Concrete costs less up front, so it's a fair choice on a tight budget, and we can talk through both at the estimate.

Tell us about the masonry job you have in mind

Send the form and we'll reply within one business day to set a time for me to come look. The estimate is free and done on site, with no obligation, and you can ask about permits too.

  • Licensed and insured.
  • Free in-person estimates.
  • We respond within 1 business day.
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