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Life Masonry
4.9(
7
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Life Masonry provided us with excellent service, more than fair quotes, highly experienced and hard-working crew, completed our project earlier than anticipated. Their expertise and attention to detail transformed our corner lot into a beautiful setting, complete with surrounding block wall, concrete patio & steps, flagstone entryway, wood patio cover, proper drainage and fill dirt for planting area. We would highly recommend Life Masonry to everyone."
Stonework
Stonework
Stonework
Stonework
Stonework

+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Veria Construction
4.6(
53
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If youâ re building a deck in San Diego,there is simply no better company than Viera Construction. They did an amazing job on our project, delivering exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. The finished deck is absolutely beautiful, and their work exceeded all expectations. Their pricing was competitive, and the level of care they put into every aspect of the job truly sets them apart. Highly recommend."
San Diego
La mesa
La mesa
La mesa
La mesa

+27

Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Concrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - InstallConcrete Foundation - Raise+1 more

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Just Stamping Concrete for a landscape design project, and I cannot recommend them enough! They are a true gem in the industry, and their work speaks for itself."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dalinghaus Construction, Inc
4.4(
7
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Concrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the initial point of contact for the final walk-through everything was spot on. Sean, Holly, and the entire Daulinghaus team was professional and friendly. I bid out five total contractors inland they by far were the most fair and reasonable yet qualified. They had a plan and they resolve my issue"
Completed retaining wall repairs with helical tiebacks
Lifting a San Clemente hillside home that had settled or sunk 16 inches
Team work makes the dream work in foundation repairs!
Foundation repair in Avalon on Catalina Island
Foundation repair project at hillside home in San Clemente overlooking the Shorecliffs Golf Club

+128

Response time4 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Dalinghaus Construction, Inc.
Dalinghaus Construction, Inc.
4.1(
54
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Concrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ted showed up on the time and date we scheduled. He assessed my home’s foundation and determined that the level of repair needed did not require his company’s intervention. I was extremely impressed with Ted’s honesty and forthrightness. In a world where homeowners are often faced with costly repairs it was refreshing to deal with Ted and by extension Dalinghaus Construction. If in the future I have need of such services I would not hesitate to call upon Ted and Dalinghaus Construction."
Harnessed up in La Jolla
Lifting Gap
Cracks On Door Frames
After lift on a home's foundation
Doorway crack

+178

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carini Home Services
4.7(
381
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job. Anthony did a complete review of the house and the current venting and recommended the proper size for the AC. The installers and electricians came 3 days later, did additional wiring and piping and installed the entire system in 5 hours."
Using the sewer camera to inspect the inside of a customer's drains
Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

+16

Response time10 mins
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
36
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel with McCormick Home Builders went beyond our expectations. Leoni and her team took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. The open layout design changed the way we use the space, and it’s been perfect for family gatherings. They were prompt, courteous, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy. Really impressed!"
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by18%of homeowners
P M C Landscape Services
4.7(
10
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Descanso, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"PMC Landscaping Company are very dependable, responsible and respectful people. The owner Pablo is dedicated to making sure you get exactly what was discussed during your estimate. The work was also completed in a timely manner. I am so pleased that I hired them. Extremely happy. Charlene Humphreys"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Always work with licensed and certified masons in your area when installing a stone wall or even a stone veneer. Just like all home designers, they should provide an impressive portfolio and offer a free estimate for the project. Pick the pro who fits your budget and schedule and, most importantly, helps you realize your landscape vision.

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

Rock salt and ice melts contain sodium chloride, aka salt, and are corrosive to metal and concrete. If used frequently over time, it can cause corrosion, discoloration, chipping, and cracking to patios, walkways, and driveways. You can try a rock salt alternative or hire a professional snow removal company instead. 

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.

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.

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