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Avatar for C Arenas Masonry Contractor
C Arenas Masonry Contractor
4.9(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So very impressed by the level of professionalism and incredible craftsmanship. Camilo really knows his trade and strives to to do quality work. I had a 35 yr. old flagstone pool surround with failing grout and lifted stones. He immediately knew how to repair it and the result is beautiful; excellent quality and value. You wonâ t be disappointed! He and his team left my property perfectly clean."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Geico Builders
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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!"
Composite Deck Replacement Trex
Full Backyard Remodel with Outdoor Kitchen
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Deck Replacement Composit
Composite Deck

+270

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Just Stamping Concrete for a landscaping project, and I must say that I was blown away by their work. Their team is highly skilled and knowledgeable, and they truly transformed my outdoor space into a beautiful oasis."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Black Diamond Paver Stones & Landscape, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired Black Diamond for site prep and installation of two back yard brick paver patios and walkway. From first contact to project completion was about one month. Michael Martinez provided excellent design suggestions, supervision and communication throughout the project. Project consisted of a little demolition but mostly laying out and paving about 1300 sq. ft. of Belgard paving stones. Workers were very hard working and reliable. Job site cleanup was excellent. In summary, Michael and BD did what they said they would do in a very professional manner. I would certainly recommend Black Diamond to others."
Backyard Dreamscape
View of paver patio backyard
BBQ island
Paver walkway & landscaping
Fire pit with seating wall, pool & landscaping

+23

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Pavers Express to give our backyard a makeover with a porcelain patio and artificial grass. From our initial consultation until the project was complete, their customer service was excellent and they helped to guide us in material selection to make sure our vision would be carried out. The team was professional, easy to communicate, and their installation process was very efficient. Highly recommend!"
An elegant modern farmhouse front porch with concrete pavers and low-voltage lighting
San Geronimo Cambridge Cobble paver driveway
San Jose home remodel including Belgard Catalina Grana concrete paver driveway, walkways, front patio and steps.
Moss Beach driveway with Belgard Catalina Grana pavers and paver lights
Corte Madera driveway: Belgard Dublin Cobble pavers in Victorian in a 90 degree herringbone pattern with Catalina Grana pavers in Graphite on the border.

+74

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Oak and Stone Landscape
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"My experience with Oak and Stone Landscape exceeded my expectations from start to finish. Omar and his crew were friendly , efficient, and clearly passionate about their work. I’m very happy with my fence!"
Fence
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Genesis Brothers Construction
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work. Very responsive with the original job estimate that was a very fair price. They know what they are doing. Showed up on time and finished early. the job was beautiful."
Landscaping Project
Back yard
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Landscaping Project

+43

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

No, you don’t need to soak the brick before cutting it by hand. In fact, cutting a wet brick can make it harder to see your score lines and may cause the chisel to slip. Soaking is sometimes used with power tools to reduce dust, but for hand-cutting, it’s best to work with dry bricks for better control and visibility.

Clean regularly, check for cracks, and inspect the chimney annually for safety.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

The white stains you see on your bricks are likely efflorescence, which is salt and lime buildup. To remove efflorescence stains, simply brush them away with a stiff brush. For larger, more stubborn stains, scrub the stains with a water-detergent solution.

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.

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