Fast Track Masonry Construction

Wordco specializes in Fast-Track commercial Masonry construction. Fast-tracking streamlines permitting and construction so that custom buildings can be built, occupied and operational in as little as six months. It is a scheduling process in which design and construction activities overlap. Wordco, Inc. has recently shifted focus to working with big-box retail developments (Walmart, Best Buy, Lowe's, Home Depot, K-Mart, etc.) With our expedited building methods and state of the art scaffolding system, any one of our normal 200,000 sq. ft. projects can be substantially completed in 5-6 weeks. The benefit for our client is earlier project completion, which enables quicker store occupation and a reduction of owner interim financing cost.

Quality Assurance Program / Thermal Imaging

WordCo has recently taken the initiative to implement its own in-house quality assurance progra, including infrared thermography. Headed by Simeon Cardwell, WordCo's dedicated Quality Assurance Team goes the extra mile to maintain the quality of work their clients have come to expect. This level of attention saves the company time and money by treating problems quickly and efficiently. Utilizing the latest technology (infrared cameras, digital photography, advanced software) and full-time skilled inspectors, the inspection process never stops. Thermal imaging using infrared cameras also provide a cheap and effective means of non-destructive testing to assure our customers are getting exactly what they pay for. Our testers provide high quality infrared images to our masons several times during the building process to assure correct placement of concrete and reinforcement. Benefits of this innovative system include:

-Immediate response to arising problems, eliminating costly repairs.

-Unparalleled documentation of jobsite status throughout building process.

-Peace of mind for clients who need the job done right the first time.

Wordco has over 25 years experience in this type of construction. During that time we have become a trusted leader by producing timely results with a level of quality unparalleled in our industry.Our commitment to quality and innovation is evident in everyone of our building projects. As a masonry contractor, we work closely with the general contractors to assure this for their clients, including these retailers and various other retail shopping facilities.

Rebar Positioners

Traditional rebar positioners sit on top of the block, relying on the weight of the next block and the strength of the mortar joint to keep the rebar in position. If the rebar is indeed not centered in the cell before placing the positioner, these positioners are useless at correcting the mistake, leaving broken mortar joints and frustrated masons. Wordco has created a new rebar positioner that they use and offer to other masonry contractors as well.

Masonry Homes

Are you considering building a new home? If so consider masonry as the material of choice for your new dwelling. Homebuilders all over the world have chosen masonry for a sound, solid investment that won’t blow away in the first windstorm. True concrete masonry is recognized universally as a superior building material.

When planning a home the biggest challenge isn’t picking a house plan, but making sure you get the sound structure you expect. Masonry is a proven method of homebuilding. Building codes have included masonry construction for years. Experience shows that masonry offers all the quality and variety expected in the best homes, combined with unbeatable strength and protection.

While owners of wood-frame houses battle termites, severe weather, and even fire, owners of concrete housing remain relatively carefree. Here’s why: The exterior walls and foundation system of masonry homes are bound together in one solid unit with concrete and reinforcing steel. Compare that to wood-frame homes where each piece must be individually fitted together. Statistically, homes built with block have a natural strength of approximately 400 lbs. per running foot, as compared to wood frame strength of approximately 80 lbs. per running foot. The sheer weight and thickness of concrete makes it possible to resist the brutal forces of nature.

Concrete masonry is non-combustible, meaning it does not add fuel to a fire. Therefore, it provides a high degree of fire safety. When fires in southern California laid waste to complete neighborhoods, concrete homes survived virtually unscathed. Fire safety is one major reason insurance premiums are considerably lower for non-combustible concrete block homes than for wood-frame homes.

Warm and Inviting

When most people think of masonry homes, they imagine drab block walls and cold concrete floors. That idea couldn’t be farther from the truth. Utilizing the most innovative advancements available to today’s home engineers, we truly turn concrete and masonry into a medium for beautiful design. Drab walls? Hardly. The creative possibilities are endless, using the wall covering of your choice; masonry homes offer the capacity to create the home you’ve always dreamed of.
This home incorporates the design elements to luxuriously accommodate your family, as well as the structural stability to last well into the next millennium. What could be a better investment for you and your family, than a home offering comfort and beauty paired with the long-lasting quality of masonry construction?

In our project we chose to use a concrete floor. The patterns that you see were first scored into the concrete, then using a multi step coating process with various tones of chemical stain, the floor was colored to produce an aged effect. This finish can be used on any concrete slab. We opted to use this type of flooring because we considered it to be better looking, and more durable than conventional flooring, but surprisingly we found it to be less expensive as well. Some of the benefits we found in this type of flooring were: The floor is easier to clean and maintain, it will preserve its beauty for years to come by resisting
stains and wear in high traffic areas, and the overall convenience of its installation. These floors are beautiful as well as practical. We also offer carpet, wood, tile, and other flooring options to provide a wider range of products for our clients.