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

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am completely satisfied with C Arenas Masonry. They had sole focus on my project until it was completed. Hard working and professional."
Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Avatar for Black Diamond Paver Stones & Landscape, Inc.
Black Diamond Paver Stones & Landscape, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Novato, 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

Response time12 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
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Serving Novato, 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 Novato, 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
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Enriquez Concrete
4.9(
16
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Alfredo was great! He managed a very cost effective solution to a serious problem of accessibility to the build site and dig a fantastic job finishing the foundation slab for our new utility building that looks rock solid and should last for many years."
Driveway
Driveway
Before photo
Concrete sidewalk
Driveway

+25

Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Genesis Brothers Construction
5.0(
6
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Serving Novato, 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

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

When it comes to how to paint a brick chimney, consider that standard paint can seal in moisture and cause serious chimney problems. Instead, use a vapor-permeable sealant. You’ll first scrub and sand the chimney; then, you can patch any gaps with caulk and apply the sealant. We recommend hiring a pro for this job since it entails working on the roof, which comes with a lot of necessary safety precautions.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

This is largely dependent on the size and hardness of the rock, but a range of tools might work, including hammers, chisels, rock hammers, sledge hammers, and more. You'll need a jackhammer for the very biggest rock-breaking jobs.

When painting brick, each application method has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Spraying is significantly faster but may not penetrate deeply beyond the surface layer. Rolling is effective for working paint into the brick's texture but can be less effective on mortar joints. If you opt for a roller, choose a thick nap of at least a half-inch to ensure paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage. Using a brush is generally not recommended as it is very time-consuming and provides poor surface penetration. Ultimately, a combination of spraying followed by back-rolling is often the best strategy for a durable and even finish.

On average, a well-built brick mailbox can last between 30 and 100 years. The insert that holds mail inside the mailbox may last 15 to 25 years before it needs to be replaced. If a mailbox needs to be fixed due to damage, make sure you know who to hire for brick repair.

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