Our products are of the highest quality and environmentally safe. We focus on the details so you don't have to.
David and Karen Carrillo founded Father & Son Masonry in Phoenix in 1994 with a straightforward idea: do the work right, and the work will bring more work. For over 30 years, that approach has held. The company grew without advertising — entirely through customer referrals — and became recognized across Arizona as a structural masonry specialist. Not a general contractor. Not a handyman service. A company built around masonry and concrete because that is what the Carrillos know best.
End-to-end project execution with faster turnaround
Long-lasting craftsmanship you can trust
What separates Father & Son Masonry from most contractors is not a slogan — it is what you find on the job site. David and Karen are personally present from the first site assessment to the final walkthrough; there is no foreman relaying messages. Steel rebar goes in on every project, not only when blueprints specifically require it. Every completed job carries the standard Arizona ROC 2-year workmanship warranty.
Many of the people on your job site have been with Father & Son Masonry for 20 years or more. In a trade where crew turnover is common, that kind of tenure shows up in the quality of the work and the efficiency of how a project runs. Sites are kept clean and organized. Schedules are maintained.
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Every project we complete is backed by Arizona's standard ROC 2-year workmanship warranty — documented protection on labor and craftsmanship for residential and commercial clients alike. We've operated under this standard since 1994. If something isn't right, we come back and make it right. No runaround, no disclaimers.
Every estimate starts with an on-site visit. We don't price from square-footage averages or online calculators — we come to your site, review your blueprint plans, take precise measurements, and complete a full material takeoff before a number goes on paper. The factors that drive cost are straightforward: current materials pricing, labor, and the time the project requires. You get a written proposal based on your actual project, not a ballpark.
Yes, always. There is no charge for an initial site consultation. We'll visit your project location, review whatever plans you have available, and provide a detailed written proposal based on your specific scope. No pressure, no obligations — just an accurate number you can make a real decision with.
For concrete, we work with mixes ranging from 2,000 to 6,000 PSI depending on what your blueprint specifications call for. We use Euclid chemical admixtures for high-heat pours — a common requirement in Arizona summers — and Simpson epoxy 3G for all rebar and anchor bolt installations. Steel rebar goes in on every single job, without exception. For masonry, we stock 8×8×16 standard CMU and bond beam block in-house and source from Old Castle, Superlite, and AZ Best Block, with access to hundreds of CMU types based on project needs.
We hold active memberships in the Better Business Bureau (BBB), the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Arizona Masonry Council, and the Arizona Residential Architect group. These aren't just logos on a page — they represent the professional standards and accountability we hold ourselves to on every project, residential and commercial.
Ashley Parrish
Phoenix, AZ
“Father & Son Masonry, Inc. built a block retaining wall on our property, and it turned out better than we expected. The wall is straight, solid, and well-finished, and the site was left clean every day.”
Albert Beatty III
Tempe, AZ
“We couldn’t be happier with the masonry work done at our home. From start to finish, the experience was smooth and professional.”
Estrella Bougie
Scottsdale, AZ
“They took the time to explain the issue, provided a detailed plan, and handled everything professionally. The crew was punctual, organized, and respectful of our property. The masonry repair work was done right the first time, and the wall is now solid and looks great.”
Jorge Ojeda
Mesa, AZ
“Been knowing David and Karen for years now, some of the most hard working and down to earth/honest business owners in the industry. When you choose F&S you get quality craftsmanship and a great experience. Highly recommend.”
Matthew Jallo
Glendale, AZ
“I hired Father & Son Masonry to construct a concrete foundation. The job was done promptly and with good results. I like the way they do business, they do what they say they are going to do and maintain good communication from start to finish.”
