"Dave did an excellent job repairing the brick facade on our old 1930s home. He was professional, responsive, flexible with our timing, and the results were better than I expected. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of masonry work!"
"David Morris Concrete is absolutely remarkable!! They are the best around for sure! I interviewed many contractors, and reviewed several bids, and theirs is the one I chose, and I am SO GLAD I DID!!
They did everything just right, every step of the way! Their attention to detail was exceptional, and everyone on the crew was too!
I actually had two phases of concrete, and they were consistently amazing all the way through, from the start to the finish!
Pick David Morris Concrete! You will be glad you did!!"
"I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the amazing work Geico Builders, did in my backyard. The pavers and design are absolutely awesome! I highly recommend them—every worker was always on time and very professional. Our project manager, Brian, went above and beyond to ensure the quality of the job was exceptional. If you're looking to enhance your outdoor space, look no further!"
"Authentic Landscape did a wonderful job. They were professional and courteous. Our landscaping is absolutely beautiful and they were very reasonably priced for the amount of work that they did. 100% would hire them again."
"We had a great experience with Advanced Pavers. From the initial meeting with Lacy who designed our project and offered her professional input, Caleb the project manager, Temo and his entire crew. You can tell how much pride everyone takes in their work. Edgar, the owner, came by every day to check on the job and answer any questions we had. We are so happy how great the pavers look, our driveway, walkway and stairway with the added lights on the steps. It looks even better than we possibly imagined. We highly recommend Advanced Pavers."
"I had a great experience working with this landscape designer. They were able to take my ideas and turn them into a beautiful, functional outdoor space. The team was professional, friendly, and the end result is stunning."
"Excellent! Work ethics are wonderful, timly and detailed GOOD work gave us a great looking fence. Hiring them to do other landscape work as we speak!!"
"Richard at Renaissance Stoneworks came recommended from another mason who vouched for his work. It was such a nice experience working with Richard. Heâ s quiet and confident, thorough and careful. He truly cares about the work heâ s doing. I got the feeling it mattered as much to him as it did to me. He repaired the floor of my 16-year-old wood pizza oven . The original floor had gotten cracked from so many years of heating and contracting, Richard Made the repairs and gave good advice to ensure the longevity of the new floor. I would recommend renaissance stonework for any fireplace masonry."
"Alex Flores provided our family with outstanding service regarding the all aspects of our landscaping needs, including irrigation, sod, landscape design, landscape planting, and related pathways. Alex is among the most professional people we have worked with over many many years. His bid was competitive, his advice was excellent and the work he and his crew did was outstanding. Alex remains on-site with his crew through virtually all of the project, providing "hands-on" supervision of his hard working crew. Alex was always timely and left our property in neat and clean condition at the end of each day. In short, we would highly recommend Alex and his company (Hermanos Flores Gardening). David and Carol Abelson-Sacramento, California"
"Ignacio and Kathi were extremely knowledgeable and helpful in the process of building our BBQ island. Instead of a cookie cutter pre fab unit, they constructed a custom island that fit our patio perfectly. They made some good suggestions and helped with the choices along the way. Everyone on their team was professional, polite and capable. The work was done on time and looks great!!! I highly recommend Grande Construction."
You can purchase from many brick manufacturers and distributors via their websites, where you can also get estimates based on the quantity you need. You’ll find bricks at your local home improvement stores as well, though they won’t have as much of a variety to choose from. As for antique bricks, secondary selling websites like eBay can be a great resource.
Brick houses can last at least 100 years with minimal maintenance. With regular care and attention, including mortar repointing, brick houses can last 500 years or more.
Stone houses used to be much more practical, but with the advent of stronger and cheaper materials like concrete, they aren’t seen as much anymore. There are some parts of the world where it makes sense to build with stone, and they are usually next to a stone quarry. Stone is, however, very weather-resistant, which is why many homes near the sea and on mountains are still built with local stone.
Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.
Brick and stone are durable, low-maintenance materials that offer excellent insulation, aesthetic appeal, and can increase property value.
The Carmichael, CA homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
