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Serving Hollywood, FL and surrounding areas. (754) 294-8074
HWM Hollywood Masonry serves Boca Raton homeowners with stone masonry, brick repair, and custom outdoor masonry features built to last in South Florida conditions. We work throughout the city - from gated communities like Boca West and Broken Sound to the owner-occupied neighborhoods near Mizner Park and along Glades Road - and we have been serving this area since 2025. Call us at (754) 294-8074 for a free estimate with a reply within 1 business day.
Boca Raton homeowners in West Boca communities and newer developments frequently choose natural stone for entry features, garden walls, and pool surrounds because it holds up in the heat and humidity while complementing high-end landscaping. See our full stone masonry service page for details on stone selection, mortar formulas, and what to expect on a South Florida job site.
Most of Boca Raton's housing stock was built between the 1970s and 1990s, and brick features from that era - entry walls, planters, steps - are now 30 to 50 years old. South Florida's 60 inches of annual rain and constant heat work into mortar joints and can cause brick faces to spall or shift before a homeowner notices anything from the street.
Newer homes in West Boca and gated communities often feature concrete paver driveways that develop sunken sections or widening joints after several rainy seasons. Sandy coastal soil requires careful base preparation, and a paver driveway built without adequate compacted fill will start to settle within a few years - especially during the wet season.
Flat residential lots throughout Boca Raton often need low retaining walls to define garden beds, separate pool decks from grass areas, or manage the way water moves across the yard after heavy summer storms. We design and build block and stone retaining walls that address drainage rather than just appearance.
Boca Raton homeowners who already have screened lanais and in-ground pools frequently invest in permanent outdoor kitchen structures as the next upgrade. Masonry-built counters and enclosures withstand the heat and humidity far better than prefabricated steel or wood-frame alternatives, and they match the stucco and stone finishes already present on most homes here.
Original concrete walkways on older Boca Raton properties crack and settle because shallow base preparation was common during the 1970s and 1980s construction boom. Replacing them with properly supported brick or paver paths improves drainage - critical on flat South Florida lots - and can be matched to HOA-approved materials if your community has exterior requirements.
Most of Boca Raton was developed between the 1970s and the 1990s, which means the bulk of the city's single-family homes are now 30 to 50 years old. At that age, original masonry features - entry walls, steps, planters, veneers, and pool surrounds - are routinely due for repair or full replacement. Florida's climate accelerates that timeline. The combination of roughly 60 inches of rain per year, year-round humidity above 70 percent, and intense UV exposure breaks down mortar joints, surface sealants, and the adhesion between stone veneer and substrate significantly faster than in drier, cooler parts of the country. What looks like a cosmetic crack in a wall or a stained stone surface is often a sign that water has already been working behind the finish for months.
Property values in Boca Raton are among the highest in South Florida, and many homeowners in gated communities like Boca West and Broken Sound have HOA requirements that set specific standards for exterior materials and finishes. That means masonry repair and installation here is not just a maintenance task - it is also an investment in a property worth protecting. A contractor who does not know how to work within HOA approval processes, or who uses mortar mixes and sealers not suited to coastal humidity, creates problems that are expensive to undo. Getting the materials and process right the first time matters more in this market than almost anywhere else in the region.
We work throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties and are familiar with the permit process through the City of Boca Raton Building Inspections Division for structural masonry work. Cosmetic repairs - repointing a few joints, replacing isolated stones - typically do not require a permit. New walls, exterior veneers attached to the home, and any load-bearing masonry do. We review those requirements during the estimate and handle the permit application when it applies, so the project does not stall waiting on paperwork.
Boca Raton stretches from the Atlantic coast westward to the edges of Palm Beach County. Downtown near Mizner Park and the Intracoastal, homes tend to be older condos and townhomes from the 1970s and 1980s. Out west near Town Center at Boca Raton and along Glades Road, the housing stock shifts to newer single-family homes and communities with paver driveways, stone entry features, and active HOA governance. Florida Atlantic University anchors the area near Military Trail, and the neighborhoods around campus have a different mix of property types and owners than the western gated communities. We are familiar with the full range of property types across the city.
We serve homeowners throughout the northern end of Broward County and the southern end of Palm Beach County regularly. Homeowners in Boynton Beach just to the north and those coming from Deerfield Beach to the south are part of the same service area we cover, so if you have properties in more than one of these communities, one call handles it.
Reach us by phone or through the contact form and we will respond within 1 business day. If you are in a gated community, let us know the access requirements upfront so we can coordinate the site visit without delay.
We walk the property with you, assess site conditions, and give you a written estimate that covers material, labor, and any permit costs. If your HOA has material specifications, bring those documents and we will confirm compatibility before you approve anything.
If your project requires a permit from the City of Boca Raton, we handle that application before the crew is scheduled. You do not need to be on-site during permit processing, but you do need to be available at the start of work to provide access.
We complete the masonry work, walk the finished project with you, and clear all debris from the property before leaving. If your HOA requires a post-job inspection of the exterior, we can schedule that visit with you before we close out the job.
We serve gated communities, owner-occupied homes, and investment properties throughout Boca Raton. Free estimates with a response within 1 business day.
(754) 294-8074Boca Raton is a city of roughly 97,000 residents in southern Palm Beach County, known for its planned communities, high property values, and a well-maintained built environment that reflects the expectations of long-term owner-occupied homeowners. The city divides naturally into a few distinct zones: the eastern neighborhoods closer to the Intracoastal, where older condos and townhomes from the 1970s and 1980s sit near the coast; a central corridor along Glades Road anchored by Town Center at Boca Raton and the Florida Atlantic University campus; and the expansive western communities of West Boca Raton, where newer single-family homes with larger lots are common. The Boca Raton Resort and Club, a landmark Mediterranean-style resort on the Intracoastal Waterway, has defined the city's character since the 1920s and is a reference point most residents know well.
The housing stock here ranges from post-1990s luxury homes in master-planned communities with active HOA governance to older CBS ranch homes that predate Boca Raton's transformation into one of Florida's most affluent cities. Single-family homes are the dominant property type, and a large share have in-ground pools, screened lanais, and paver or masonry features that require maintenance as the homes age. Neighboring Boynton Beach sits directly to the north, sharing the same Palm Beach County coastal property conditions, and we serve both communities as part of our regular coverage area.
We diagnose and repair foundation cracks, settlement, and structural issues to keep your property stable.
Learn moreWe restore damaged chimney crowns, flashing, and masonry to ensure safe, long-lasting performance.
Learn moreWe remove deteriorated mortar joints and repack them with fresh mortar to extend the life of your brickwork.
Learn moreWe replace spalled, cracked, or missing bricks to restore the strength and appearance of your walls.
Learn moreWe design and install paver driveways that are durable, attractive, and built to handle Florida weather.
Learn moreWe build retaining walls that control erosion, manage slopes, and enhance your landscape.
Learn moreWe clean, repair, and restore aging masonry structures to their original condition.
Learn moreWe install custom masonry fireplaces and outdoor fire features built to code and designed to impress.
Learn moreWe apply natural and manufactured stone veneer to transform exterior and interior surfaces.
Learn moreWe construct solid concrete block walls for privacy, security, and structural support.
Learn moreWe build reinforced foundation block walls engineered to support your structure for decades.
Learn moreWe design and build custom outdoor kitchens with durable masonry counters, grills, and seating areas.
Learn moreWe install paver and stone walkways that are safe, attractive, and complement your property.
Learn moreWe construct brick walls for fences, garden borders, and structural applications with skilled craftsmanship.
Learn moreWe work with natural stone to create timeless walls, steps, and landscape features.
Learn moreWe repoint deteriorating mortar in brick walls to prevent water infiltration and structural damage.
Learn moreCall HWM Hollywood Masonry at (754) 294-8074 or use our contact form. We respond to all Boca Raton inquiries within 1 business day.