Repointing, boundary walls and extensions across Caterham and Whyteleafe, from the bricklayer who set up Killitoon in 1992.

I’m Dave Lovell, with over 40 years in the bricklaying trade. I mainly work on my own, on commercial and domestic brickwork, and every quote is free.

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5.0 from 42 Google reviewsCaterham and WhyteleafeFree quotes

Brick boundary wall with piers, iron railings and gates along a drive
Red brick outdoor kitchen with a slab worktop under a timber pergola
Low garden wall in dark engineering brick with a coping, around a lawn
A retaining wall going up in blue brick against a bank
Red brick front garden wall with iron railings and a gate
Rear extension in progress with red brick piers and a lintel course
London stock brick wall beside new porcelain steps
A London stock brick garage and house extension with a gravel drive edged in brick
A London stock brick garage and extension, with a brick edge to the drive.

Dave Lovell, Killitoon Brickwork

If you are looking for quality workmanship from a bricklayer and you live in Caterham or the surrounding area, look no further.

My name is Dave Lovell and I have over 40 years experience in the bricklaying trade, setting up Killitoon in 1992. I mainly work independently but occasionally use a labourer or bricklayer as support on some projects.

I can help you with all aspects of brickwork, both commercial and domestic. I can either build to your specification or can advise and manage a project from planning through to end product.

We have now built 3 Self-build projects. So whether you need a new house to be constructed, an extension to your existing home or just a simple boundary wall, I can help you.

1992
Set up Killitoon
40+ years
In the bricklaying trade
City and Guilds
Advanced certificate in brickwork
CSCS
Health and safety standards
Insured
Fully insured

What I build and repair

All aspects of brickwork, commercial and domestic. Built to your specification, or advised and managed from planning through to end product.

Not sure what your wall or chimney needs? I offer free quotes, and I can advise on building regulations and current methods of construction where necessary.

  • Repointing
  • Brick repairs
  • Maintenance brickwork
  • Chimney rebuilding and repairs
  • Structural work
  • Garden walls
  • Landscape brickwork
  • Boundary Walls
  • Brickwork for extensions
  • New houses and self-builds

So whether you need a new house to be constructed, an extension to your existing home or just a simple boundary wall, please contact me to arrange an appointment. Remember, all quotes are free.

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Before and after

Here are some before and after examples of my work.

Left: an old door opening under a window boarded with plywood. Right: the opening filled with new brickwork matching the wall.
An old doorway under a window, bricked up to match the wall around it.
The same brick gable end shown twice, once with scaffolding up during the work
A gable end, shown with the scaffold up during the work and without it.
Left: a front garden wall collapsed into a pile of bricks. Right: the wall rebuilt in red brick with a curved end.
A collapsed front garden wall, rebuilt.
Top: new brick raised beds and steps with paving slabs in a back garden. Bottom: the same garden before, with old concrete and broken edging.

Raised beds and steps in a back garden

The lower photo is the garden as it was: old concrete and broken edging. The upper photo is the same space with new brick raised beds and brick steps.

Extensions and new builds

A new brick garage with a tiled hipped roof
A new brick garage
New facing brick laid over blockwork on an extension wall
Facing brick on an extension
A stock brick rear extension in progress with openings for doors and a window
A stock brick extension going up
A brick extension surrounded by scaffolding
An extension in scaffold
Footings and the first courses of brickwork on a building plot
Footings and first courses

Every quote is free.

07973 151310

You are guaranteed to be satisfied with my work

  • I am reliable, honest, friendly
  • I offer free quotes
  • I can read drawings and plans
  • I guarantee all work I start: I will finish!
  • I take great pride in my work!
  • I promise the site will be left clean and tidy when I have finished!
  • I hold an Advanced certificate in brickwork (City and Guilds)
  • I am fully insured
  • I work to CSCS health and safety standards
  • I can advise on building regulations and current methods of construction where necessary
Red brick garden steps with slab treads being built, tools on site
Brick steps with slab treads, mid-build.

What customers say

5.0from 42 Google reviews

“We hired Dave to restore the brickwork on our Victorian home, and the results were excellent. The old mortar was crumbling, and several bricks were damaged or mismatched, but Dave handled everything with great care and attention to detail. He expertly repointed the areas, ensuring the new mortar blended with the original. Damaged and mismatched bricks were replaced with matching ones, preserving the historic character of the property. He also carried out a thorough clean of the certain areas, which really lifted the appearance without compromising the aged look of the building. The walls now look refreshed and well cared for, with all the original charm intact. Dave clearly knows his craft and takes pride in doing things properly. If you're looking for someone who respects period properties and delivers high-quality, sympathetic brickwork, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend him. A true professional and a pleasure to deal with.”

Jobe UkGoogle review

“I can't recommend Killitoon Brickwork highly enough for the phenomenal repointing job they've just completed on our home. From the initial quote to the final sweep-up, the entire process was seamless and professional. Dave was brilliant at communicating, keeping us updated on progress. He was punctual, polite, and incredibly hard-working. The quality of the work is great and has completely transformed the building. He also took great care to leave the site clean and tidy after the work, which was much appreciated.”

Jennifer SimonsGoogle review

“Dave arrived promptly to fix a broken fence wall and did an amazing job. The work was done to a high quality and he left the place neat and tidy. We would highly recommend him.”

Hema IyerGoogle review

“David was very professional and did a great job building us a small retaining wall and steps leading to a back patio area. He was thorough and explained exactly what and how he’d do things and left us feeling at ease with his expertise. Highly recommended.”

Andy WatsonGoogle review

“Dave did a great job. Excellent work at a fair price. Great communication throughout the process. Very happy with the outcome. Highly recommended.”

David ThompsonGoogle review

“We found Dave locally after we were left in the lurch by another bricklayer, he came round quickly to discuss our requirements & started within a week or so. He was very reliable & we felt we could trust him at our property when we weren’t around , the work was to a high standard & he just got on with it! I would recommended Dave if you need a good Bricky!”

Leo LeoGoogle review

“Did a great job repointing some old brickwork. Good communicator, friendly, reliable and tidy. Would definitely use again.”

Matt McRaeGoogle review

“Dave came out to our property to quote for a small job and was really honest about the amount of work it would be - wouldn't take our money! Really appreciated his up front approach; good to know there's another decent tradesperson out there.”

Lisa BushbyGoogle review

Caterham, Whyteleafe and the surrounding area

I’m based in Caterham, Surrey. Callers by appointment only, so please call or email first.

Opening hours

Opening hours
Monday8am-7pm
Tuesday8am-7pm
Wednesday8am-7pm
Thursday8am-7pm
Friday8am-7pm
Saturday9am-5pm
Sunday9am-5pm

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For general enquiries or to arrange a free quote, call me or send an email. Remember, all quotes are free.

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