Foundation repair
When a brick or block foundation shows stair-step cracks or a pier has sunk, we find out why it moved before we rebuild or reset it.
Masonry Contractor in Sangaree, SC - Brick, Block and Stone Laid Out Right
Legacy Summerville Concrete and Masonry is a masonry contractor based in Summerville that repairs brick and mortar joints, builds retaining walls, walkways and outdoor kitchens, and lays block and stone for homes in Sangaree, SC.
Legacy Summerville Concrete and Masonry builds and repairs brick, block and stone at homes across Sangaree, from replacing worn mortar on a front wall to laying a new retaining wall, walkway or outdoor kitchen. We're based just up the road in Summerville, so Sangaree jobs are close work for our crew.
Sangaree homes and the masonry they need
On jobs here we mostly work on neighborhood houses with brick fronts or brick around the base, walks and steps that have settled, and backyards where someone wants a low wall or a place to cook outside. The calls usually start with mortar that's cracked or washing out of the joints, a step pulling away from the house, or a wall that's starting to lean.
Sangaree sits right by Summerville and Goose Creek, and the lots look a lot like what we see in both. The ground is mostly level, so water doesn't run off on its own and has to be planned for. That's why every walkway, paver drive or wall we build here starts with where the water goes, then a base and grade that move it away from the house.
- Based in
- Summerville, SC 29483
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 6 AM–11 PM, Sat–Sun: 7 AM–11 PM
Masonry services for Sangaree homes
Chimney repair
For chimneys with loose brick, a cracked crown or open joints near the roofline, we rebuild what's failing so water stops getting into the chimney and the attic.
Tuckpointing
On brick fronts where the mortar has worn back, we cut out the old joints and pack in new mortar finished to a clean, sharp line against the brick.
Brick repair
Cracked, chipped or loose bricks get cut out and replaced with brick matched for size and color, laid in mortar chosen to suit the wall around it.
Driveway pavers
A paver driveway holds up when the base under it is dug out, packed in layers and graded to shed water, so that's where most of our time goes.
Retaining wall construction
When a yard needs leveling or a slope needs holding back, we build the wall on a packed footing with gravel and drainage behind it.
Masonry restoration
Older brick that's stained, cracked and short on mortar can usually be brought back with cleaning, joint work and repairs instead of being torn out and rebuilt.
Fireplace installation
We build fireplaces in brick or stone, laid out square and level from the hearth up, with the firebox, the surround and the finish you pick.
Stone veneer installation
Stone veneer gives a wall, chimney or foundation skirting the look of stone, set over a prepared backing so water drains out rather than sitting behind it.
Concrete block walls
For garden walls, privacy walls or the core of a brick or stone wall, we lay block on a level footing and fill and reinforce it where it's needed.
Foundation block wall installation
For additions, crawlspace walls or a rebuilt section of foundation, we lay block to lines and heights that are checked before the first course goes down.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
A backyard kitchen needs a level base and counters at a comfortable height, so we build the block frame first and finish it in brick or stone.
Walkway construction
Walks from the drive to the door or out to the yard get a packed base and a slight slope, so puddles run off instead of settling the surface.
Brick wall installation
New brick walls, from a low border to a full garden wall, get a footing sized for the height and joints struck clean as each course goes up.
Stone masonry
Natural stone steps, walls and borders take more fitting than brick, so we sort and lay each stone to sit tight and carry its share of the load.
Brick pointing
When only some joints are cracked or hollow, we repoint just those, cutting out the old mortar and packing in a mix that matches the rest.
Get a free on-site estimate for your Sangaree job
We get back to you within one business day, and there's no pressure to book. I come out to your Sangaree home to look at the job and measure it myself, then write up an estimate with the materials, the steps and anything not included, so you can compare it side by side with others.
(843) 376-1285Working in Sangaree: permits, licenses and what moves the price
For Sangaree addresses, the permit side runs through the Berkeley County Permitting Department. The Sangaree Special Tax District's commissioners are volunteer residents who advise the county council on services, but the permit itself is the county's call. Before a permit can be pulled, the department has to issue Permit Authorization to the people allowed to apply, so that step comes first on the schedule when a job needs a permit.
The county won't issue that authorization without a current South Carolina State Contractors License Card, and it wants the card itself, not the certificate that hangs on an office wall. That gives you an easy check, so ask any contractor to show you the card. We confirm whether your address is in city limits or the county, check with that office, and handle the permit and inspections when the job needs them. If you have an HOA, we help you line up its approval first.
Price moves with how much there is to build or repair, how tall a wall runs, the brick or stone you pick, how much old mortar has to come out and how hard it is to get materials to the spot. The schedule turns on approvals, the size of the job and the order of the steps. Your estimate spells out the materials, the steps and what's not included, so you can see where the money goes.
Why Sangaree homeowners call us for masonry
I learned brick, block and stone on a big commercial outfit, where every course got measured and checked before the next one went on. I started this business as a masonry contractor in Summerville, SC in 2013 to bring that same way of working to homes. A job laid out square and level, and built for the water it'll see, is the job that holds up.
We're best known for repointing and brick repair done with mortar chosen to suit the wall. Our own crew does the work, and I check it as it goes, because I'd rather spend an extra hour checking than have you find a problem later. We're fully licensed and insured. Satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
If you've got a wall, a walk or old brick you want looked at, call (843) 376-1285 or send us the contact form, and we'll set a time for me to come out and measure.
What shapes masonry work on Sangaree lots
A few things about the ground, the water and the houses here decide how we lay out a Sangaree job before anyone mixes mortar.
Check the county flood map
Berkeley County keeps a FEMA flood hazard map online with a print tool, so you can see whether your lot sits in a mapped flood area before we plan a wall, walk or drive. That map shows FEMA flood data only, and your parcel lines are on the county's Advanced Desktop Map. We look at both, because how low the work sits changes the base and the drainage we build under it.
Building for floods and storms
Floods and hurricanes are real hazards across South Carolina, so we plan for heavy water from the start. Retaining walls get gravel and drain lines behind them, brick walls get weep holes, small gaps that let trapped water out, and footings sit on packed base rather than loose fill. After a big storm, chimney crowns and loose brick up high are worth a look before small cracks let water in.
Brick fronts and worn joints
A lot of the houses we see here have brick across the front or around the base, and the mortar is usually the first thing to go. We check how soft the old joints are and match the new mix to them, so the repair moves with the wall instead of fighting it. We match the joint shape too, so the new work doesn't stand out from across the street.
Crawlspaces and settled steps
Many homes here sit on block or brick crawlspace walls and piers, with brick or concrete steps at the doors. When we see a stair-step crack or a step pulling away, we check whether it's old settling or still moving before we price anything, because the fix is different. Old movement usually needs repair and new joints. Ongoing movement needs its cause sorted out first.
Questions Sangaree homeowners ask about masonry
How much does masonry work cost in Sangaree, SC?
The price comes down to the size of the job, the materials and how much prep sits under or behind the work. A tall retaining wall, natural stone or a wall that needs most of its mortar replaced costs more than a short block wall or a few repaired joints. Your estimate lists the materials, the steps and anything not included.
How long does a masonry project take in Sangaree?
The schedule mostly turns on approvals and the size of the job. If the work needs a permit, the county authorization and any HOA approval come before we start, and a long wall or a full repoint takes more days on site than a small repair. Once I've measured, your estimate lays out the steps in the order we'll do them.
Who licenses residential builders in South Carolina?
The South Carolina Residential Builders Commission licenses or registers people qualified by experience for residential building, residential specialty contracting and home inspecting. Its scope covers residential buildings up to three floors tall, so a typical one- or two-story house falls under it. That's the state license behind the card the county asks to see.
Which building codes apply to a masonry job in Sangaree right now?
Right now it's the 2021 South Carolina Building Codes, which took effect January 1, 2023. The state's Building Codes Council lists January 1, 2027 as the date the 2024 codes take effect, so a job permitted after that may fall under the newer set. We check which one applies when we line up the permit.
How do I get ready for a masonry estimate at my Sangaree home?
Clear a path to the spot so I can measure the whole job, and have your HOA's rules handy if your neighborhood has them. It helps to know your lot lines from the county parcel map mentioned above, and to tell me where water stands after a heavy rain. Point out any brick or old repair you'd like matched.
Call us about your Sangaree masonry job
You can reach us at (843) 376-1285 from 6 AM to 11 PM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 PM on weekends, so a call after work is no trouble, or use the form whenever it suits you.