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Q: Do I need to worry about black stains on my bricks?

• <div><p>Yes. Black stains are more than an eyesore. Some black stains can pose health concerns, especially for those with asthma, allergies, or other respiratory conditions. Some stains can also damage the brick&rsquo;s structural integrity, harming the mortar and resulting in more expensive repairs.</p></div>

Q: Are brick houses better insulated?

• <div><p><b>Yes, brick houses are better insulated</b>, because the bricks slow down the passage of air from the outside to the inside and vice-versa. This helps to stabilize the internal temperature of the home. When combined with proper residential insulation, brick houses are more efficient and better insulated than other types.</p></div>

Q: What kind of drill bit do I need for brick?

• <div><p>Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don&rsquo;t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they&rsquo;re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth keeping old bricks?

• <div><p>If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they&rsquo;ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You&rsquo;d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won&rsquo;t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.</p></div>

Q: Do cracks in brick always mean foundation problems?

• <div><p>New constructions need time to &ldquo;settle&rdquo; and sometimes, small hairline cracks occur as a result. Larger horizontal or &ldquo;stair step&rdquo; cracks, however, are usually a sign of a deeper, more severe issue. It could indicate an issue with the soil beneath the home, a problem caused by an overgrown tree, or another problem.</p></div>

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Last update on January 14, 2026

Reviewed in May 2024
Irvin was very knowledgeable and through. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to have a room or a whole house painted. I had received several estimates for the job I wanted done and GM Pro was extremely reasonable. I will be using them again in the near future.
GM Pro Painting
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Reviewed in January 2024
Kyle G. was an amazing plumber. He was very friendly and professional. He was able to pinpoint the problem right away and fixed everything within a short period of time. Discount Plumbing should feel very lucky to have such a professional young man working for them. I will definitely refer...
Discount Plumbing, Heating & Air
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Reviewed in June 2023
Friendly folks who know what they are doing. Great experience!
Stanislaus Construction
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Reviewed in August 2022
The best way to describe Randy Schreiber, All-Phase Masonry, is to list a few of his qualities: INTEGRITY: Randy adheres to a strict ethical code and is steadfast in his honesty and transparency with his clients. INDUSTRIOUS: Randy is diligent and highly skilled in his work. INGENUITY: Randy has...
All-Phase Masonry, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Very good follow up and communication. Tom quickly responded to my request. He was prompt, did an excellent job repairing my plaster ceiling and was very conscientious with respect to dust and clean up.
Bautista's Drywall
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Reviewed in August 2022
I would highly recommend them.They replaced my old arbor with a beautiful new one all in two days. They were very helpful with the design and just overall everything. I couldn't be happier. If you need anything built They are the ones to go to.
MDL Construction Corp.
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Reviewed in March 2022
He was personable, his son helped and he knew what he was doing
Homewise Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
I would highly recommend! They trimmed and thinned out my large tree in the front yard along with a small tree as well. In the back they trimmed 2 huge trees in my neighbors yard that had grown over onto our property. They were very pleasant and did a wonderful job.
Carranza Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2020
I cannot say enough positive things about Sergio and the crew at Brick House Masonry. They saved us when our original contractor told us on 6/5, a month after agreeing to the start date, that they needed to push the date from 6/15 to 7/6. They didn't even sound confident that they would meet...
Brickhouse Masonry and Concrete Designs
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Reviewed in December 2013
Two fellows arrived on time and did a good job cleaning the chimney. A second appointment was arranged for 11-19-2013 to replace a cracked flue tile for$380 and install a chimney cap/spark arrester for $135. ($25 was taken off the cost of the chimney cap/spark arrester.) At the end of the...
Den Defenders
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