Masonry contractor in Inglewood, CA - brick and block work that holds up
Custom Hawthorne Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Hawthorne, CA, and we repair brick, rebuild crumbling joints, fix leaky chimneys and build block walls for homeowners in Inglewood.
We're a masonry crew based in Hawthorne, and we work in Inglewood and the cities around it. Most calls are for crumbling mortar joints, a leaky chimney or a wall that's starting to lean. We're best known for careful brick repair and solid block walls, and we do the slow prep first, because a wall that fails in a few years is a bad meal with nice plating.
- Prep done before the first brick
- Site covered and cleaned as we go
- Final walk-through with you
Brick and block work on Inglewood homes
The calls we get from Inglewood are the same ones we get across the cities around Hawthorne. Where a brick wall or chimney has stood a long time, the mortar usually wears out before the brick does, so joints crumble, water gets in behind the face and the damage spreads. Catching it at the joints costs a lot less than rebuilding later.
Where a wall's been patched before, we often find hard gray cement smeared over softer brick. It looks fine for a while, then the brick starts flaking around it, which is about what you'd expect from a patch made with the wrong recipe. We cut that out and use mortar that suits the brick.
What we build and fix in Inglewood
Pick the work you need below to see how we do it. Each of these is work our own crew handles for houses in Inglewood, from prep to clean-up.
Foundation repair
Where a footing has settled or cracked, we find the cause and repair the masonry under your house.
Chimney repair
A leaky chimney usually needs a new crown or its top brick relaid, and we do both.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing fills worn joints with mortar tinted to match, then adds a thin finish line so brickwork looks crisp.
Brick repair
Cracked or flaking bricks get cut out one at a time and replaced with brick that matches the rest.
Driveway pavers
A paver driveway is only as good as its base, so we dig out and pack that first.
Retaining wall construction
Where your yard steps down or soil pushes against a fence, we build retaining walls with drainage behind them.
Masonry restoration
Older brick and stone get cleaned, repointed and repaired so the wall looks right and keeps water out again.
Fireplace installation
We build masonry fireplaces indoors or out, laid up in brick or stone to fit the room or patio.
Stone veneer installation
Thin stone facing, called veneer, goes onto your walls, columns or fireplace over a backing we prep first.
Concrete block walls
Our crew builds block walls for privacy and property lines, starting with a poured footing sized for the wall.
Foundation block wall installation
Where a house or addition sits on a block foundation wall, we lay and grout the block that carries it.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
Grill islands, counters and bars get built in block, then faced in brick or stone to match the house.
Walkway construction
From the sidewalk to your door or around the side yard, we build walkways in brick, pavers or stone.
Brick wall installation
We lay new brick garden and boundary walls with joints finished tight so rain runs off instead of in.
Stone masonry
For walls, steps, planters or columns in natural stone, each piece gets fitted by hand and set in mortar.
Brick pointing
When joints rub to sand under your thumb, we rake them out and refill them so the brick stays tight.
Serving Inglewood from Hawthorne
Before we start on your Inglewood job
The City of Inglewood asks for a building permit whenever a structure is built, altered, repaired, improved or torn down, so repair work can need one, not just new walls. I'll tell you at the estimate if yours does, and we take care of it with the city.
The price mostly follows how far the damage goes, whether a wall needs a new footing, the brick or stone you pick and how hard the spot is to reach. The schedule turns on the permit, if there is one, and on prep, which I won't rush. My written estimate gives you the price for your job.
- Repair or rebuild, decided after we find what caused the damage
- Brick, block or stone, and how closely it should match the house
- Whether a neighbor shares the wall or the property line
How an Inglewood job runs
I come out and look
You call or send the form, and I come out myself to look at the job and what's around it, like gutters, downspouts and how your yard drains.
Written estimate and permit
You get my estimate in writing. If you need a permit, we file it, the city reviews any drawings first, and we start once it's issued.
Prep, build, walk-through
We cover what needs covering, prep the site and clean as we go, with me or our lead mason running it. When it's done, I walk the finished work with you.
Inglewood masonry questions
Who issues building permits for masonry work in Inglewood?
Inglewood's Building Safety Division issues building permits, along with grading, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and sewer permits. The division also says projects that need plans will be submitted digitally. If your job needs a permit, it goes through that office, and we take care of the filing.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Inglewood?
Since March 30, 2026, every Building Safety inspection in Inglewood is requested online through the division's OpenGov portal, and the homeowner or the contractor books each one there. When we're handling your permit, booking those is part of the job, so you don't have to learn the portal.
How much does a building permit cost in Inglewood?
Inglewood's permit guidance says building permit fees vary with the type and complexity of the project, so there's no single number. The city invites owners to call for a fee estimate on their own project, and Building Safety takes permit questions at (310) 412-5294.
Can a leaning block wall in Inglewood be repaired, or does it need replacing?
Sometimes it can be repaired, but a wall that leans because its footing gave out usually has to come down and go back up on a new one. The lean is the symptom, so I check the footing and the water around it first, then tell you which way I'd go and why.
Tell us about your Inglewood job
Tell me what you're seeing and ask if it'll need a permit, or call (424) 307-8119. We reply within one business day, and the on-site estimate is free with no obligation.
Call (424) 307-8119