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Serving Hollywood, FL and surrounding areas. (754) 294-8074
HWM Hollywood Masonry serves Deerfield Beach homeowners with tuckpointing, stucco repair, and concrete block restoration designed for coastal salt air and the moisture that comes with living near the Atlantic. We work throughout the city - from the Intracoastal waterfront to the inland neighborhoods - on CBS homes and condo properties that need repointing and exterior masonry care. Call us at (754) 294-8074 for a free estimate with a response within 1 business day.
Salt air from the Atlantic gets into mortar joints and accelerates breakdown faster than most homeowners expect, especially on east-facing walls. Read more about our tuckpointing service, which uses mortar mixes formulated for coastal South Florida conditions - not the same blend that works inland or in drier climates.
When moisture gets behind deteriorated mortar joints on coastal properties, it can cause the face of the brick to spall - meaning it flakes or pops off the surface layer. Deerfield Beach homes near the Intracoastal or along Hillsboro Boulevard commonly show this damage on older walls, and catching it before the entire brick needs replacement saves significant money.
A large share of Deerfield Beach's CBS housing stock was built between the 1960s and 1990s, and much of the original exterior masonry has never been cleaned or resealed. Full masonry restoration - which includes pressure washing, repointing degraded joints, and applying a breathable sealer - stops further water intrusion and extends the life of the wall by 15 to 20 years.
Stucco on CBS homes in Deerfield Beach cracks over time from heat expansion, moisture, and the wind-driven rain that comes with living less than two miles from the Atlantic. Those cracks - especially around windows and at the roofline - let water into the block wall beneath, and by the time you see a stain inside, water has been sitting in the cavity for months.
Condo communities and single-family neighborhoods in Deerfield Beach often have CBS privacy walls, enclosures, and exterior structures that need to meet Broward County wind load requirements and resist corrosion from salt air. We build and repair concrete block walls using galvanized rebar and waterproof coatings designed for coastal exposure - not the same materials you would specify 20 miles inland.
Deerfield Beach sits flat and low, with most residential lots at or near sea level on sandy soil over limestone. When the rainy season saturates that ground for weeks at a time, the soil compresses and shifts under slabs unevenly. The result is floor cracks, sticking doors, and gaps at baseboards that signal a foundation problem worth addressing before it spreads.
Deerfield Beach sits within the coastal strip of northern Broward County, less than two miles from the Atlantic Ocean at its widest point. That proximity means salt-laden air is a constant factor for every building material on the exterior of your home - particularly masonry, where mortar joints and porous concrete block absorb moisture and salt over time. The result is faster deterioration than in inland cities. Mortar that might last 30 years in a dry, inland climate can start showing visible crumbling within 7 to 10 years here. If your home was built in the 1970s or 1980s - and a significant share of Deerfield Beach's CBS housing stock was - the original mortar has been exposed to decades of salt air, UV, and wind-driven rain without ever being touched. By the time cracking is visible from the street, water has usually been moving through the wall for at least a season.
Flooding and water management are also defining issues here. Deerfield Beach is essentially flat, with most residential lots sitting at or near sea level on sandy, porous soil. Heavy summer rain - around 60 inches per year on average - pools in low-lying yards and driveways because the ground drains slowly. Homes near the Intracoastal Waterway or in older neighborhoods along Hillsboro Boulevard are mapped in FEMA flood zones, and even homes a mile or two inland can see standing water after a tropical storm. That water pressure against foundations and block walls accelerates settling, cracks, and moisture intrusion. A masonry contractor who does not account for drainage during repairs is setting the homeowner up for a repeat problem in two or three rainy seasons.
We work regularly throughout northern Broward County and are familiar with the permit requirements for structural masonry work under the Broward County Building Division. For exterior masonry repairs that do not involve structural alterations, permits may not be required - but for foundation work, new block walls, or any structural repointing, the county requires a permit and sometimes an inspection. We handle that process for you so the timeline does not stall while paperwork catches up.
Deerfield Beach stretches from the Atlantic coast westward to the edge of Broward County, with the Intracoastal Waterway dividing the barrier island from the mainland. Properties along Federal Highway and near the Deerfield Beach Pier are directly exposed to salt spray and wind-driven moisture during storms. Neighborhoods farther west - around Quiet Waters Park and along Powerline Road - are more sheltered but still deal with the flat terrain and drainage issues that define this part of South Florida. The housing mix is varied: single-story CBS homes from the 1960s and 1970s, condo developments from the 1980s, and some newer construction closer to the Boca Raton border.
We serve homeowners throughout northern Broward County regularly. Calls from Boca Raton to the north and Pompano Beach to the south are part of our regular schedule, so Deerfield Beach homeowners near those borders get the same response times as calls from the center of the city.
Reach us at (754) 294-8074 or through the contact form on this site. We respond within 1 business day - usually the same day for calls received before 3 PM on weekdays.
We visit your property, inspect the masonry, and provide a written estimate before any work begins. For coastal properties, we assess salt air exposure and drainage patterns - not just the visible damage. Cost and timeline are covered during this visit so you know exactly what to expect before committing.
If the project requires a Broward County permit, we pull it on your behalf. Once materials are staged and the permit is cleared, we schedule your start date. You do not need to be home during exterior masonry work - we coordinate on yard access and parking as needed.
When the job is finished, we walk the work with you and answer any questions about curing time, maintenance, or follow-up care. For permitted work, the county inspection is completed and closed on your behalf - you receive documentation for your records.
We work on CBS homes and condo properties throughout Deerfield Beach - from the waterfront to the inland neighborhoods. Free estimates, no pressure, and a response within 1 business day.
(754) 294-8074Deerfield Beach is a city of about 80,000 people along the northern edge of Broward County, bordering Boca Raton to the north and Pompano Beach to the south. The Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier is one of the city's most recognized landmarks and reflects the city's coastal character. The Intracoastal Waterway runs through the city, dividing the barrier island from the mainland, and many homes and condos sit within a mile or two of saltwater - which means they face faster wear on building materials than properties farther inland. Housing here is a mix of single-family CBS homes built mostly in the 1960s through 1990s and a large number of condo developments, many of them age-restricted communities built in the 1970s and 1980s. Roughly half of the city's housing units are renter-occupied, and many properties are managed by HOAs or landlords rather than long-term owner-occupants.
The eastern neighborhoods near the beach and Federal Highway face the most direct exposure to salt air and moisture, while inland areas closer to Quiet Waters Park and along Powerline Road are somewhat more sheltered but still deal with flat lots, poor drainage, and high humidity year-round. Homeowners in nearby Boca Raton face similar CBS construction and coastal conditions, and we regularly work in both cities on the same schedule.
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 moreWhether your home is steps from the Intracoastal or a few miles inland, we assess salt air exposure and drainage conditions before quoting - not after the work is done.