Is a fireplace the same as a firepit or outdoor oven?

• <div><p>A fireplace is, by definition, an enclosed space where you burn wood or other fuel for the purpose of generating light and heat. A firepit burns wood and is much less expensive to build, but they aren’t technically a fireplace as it isn’t enclosed. An outdoor oven—commonly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-build-outdoor-pizza-oven.htm">outdoor brick pizza ovens</a>—often uses wood as fuel, but its primary purpose is to cook food, and you’d rarely just burn wood inside them for warmth or aesthetic reasons. </p></div>

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Q: Is masonry more expensive than concrete?

• <div><p>Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it&rsquo;s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.</p></div>

Q: Can you do German schmear on stone?

• <div><p>Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.</p></div>

Q: How much does a thousand bricks cost?

• <div><p>The exact cost of bricks depends on the type and size of the bricks you use for your project. Generally, standard clay bricks cost between $350 and $850 for a thousand bricks, or an average of $550. Brick veneer costs around the same for materials but is easier to install than solid bricks, so you&rsquo;ll save on labor by choosing this option. </p></div>

Q: Can you lay bricks directly on dirt?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn&rsquo;t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes&mdash;none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you&rsquo;ll spend more time&mdash;and money&mdash;<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-repair-brick-patio.htm">repairing your brick patio</a> later. </p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2021
We had a gravel driveway that has had pothole problems for over 30 years. We asked these guys to put asphalt millings on the driveway. Some of the potholes came back, so I called the guys and they came back with another load of millings. A while later some of the potholes came back again. I...
Johnny Cooley Asphalt Paving
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Reviewed in April 2021
Ron came out quickly to quote the job. Within a few days the job was scheduled and completed. They completed the job as described and quickly. The crew he used worked hard and knew what to do. A big thanks for a paved driveway when it once was dirt abd gravel.
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Reviewed in May 2014
Jessie at Rideout helped me so much in planning my countertop remodel from my 1999 Formica to beautiful quartz. She also chose a glass and stone tile backsplash that added an excellent punch of color and texture. We chose some great looking pewter or brushed nickel hardware for the cabinets. ...
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Reviewed in September 2013
We bought a new home that needed some landscape love. We contacted The Plant Outlet and J.P. came out to take a look. I do not have a green thumb and he really helped us to see the front yard the way we wanted it. He told us what plants and trees would work, what we should keep and what we...
The Plant Outlet
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Reviewed in October 2012
Work was supposed to start mid-October, but was delayed. Very poor communication on this matter. Finally showed up with heavy equipment (unfortunately, construction backhoe/loader not sized for residential yard; over time, did a lot of damage to landscaping and an important shade tree. They had...
Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2011
I decided to surprise my with with the deck she has wanted for decades. I had three companies come to look at the job and offer proposals. Sam from Sequoia cane and had great ideas about how we could do this. He had great pictures of prior work and good ratings on Angie's List. Pricewise, his...
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