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Q: Can you build a pizza oven with normal bricks?

• <div><p>You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven&rsquo;s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven. </p></div>

Q: Can you do German schmear on stone?

• <div><p>Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.</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 brick staining cheaper than painting?

• <div><p>Initially, brick staining is not cheaper than painting. However, while it has a higher up-front cost, it may be more cost-effective in the long run. Brick stain can last for 20 years or longer, compared to paint, which usually starts to peel away in three to five years.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth sealing brickwork?

• <div><p>Most of the time, you don&rsquo;t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.</p></div>

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Last update on June 20, 2024

Reviewed in June 2024
I had a 3 foot red brick wall installed very professionally done thanks to Michael and Albert thanks for helping me out with the project
Ybarra Professional Builders
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Reviewed in June 2024
Nexgen Concrete did exactly as I wanted with my driveway. The owner David listened to every detail and delivered all of it. Very hard workers. I will recommend Nexgen Concrete to whom is looking for future concrete work. Thank you Nexgen Concrete.
NEXGEN CONCRETE
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Reviewed in December 2022
Well, Noah responded and was here at exactly the time we agreed on. He took a look at the area where I wanted the concrete poured, quoted me a price and then went on to explain in detail how I could do the job myself for 1/4 the cost. I appreciated his honesty and expert opinion and took...
T&T Demolition & Concrete
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Reviewed in April 2022
These guys are the best. They are very professional and they did a great job poring the concrete by adding to my drive way widened, also they poured on both sides of house making a extra patio for my next generation home and included steps on side of house and front of house. My neighbor was...
V&T Construction LLC
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Reviewed in December 2020
The project manager was timely in having his workers arrive on time and not once did anyone have to overlap due Elton Masonry â s organizational skills. He got funding for the project approved from there everything worked smoothly. Exceptional company.
Pro Star Builders, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2019
GI Masonry did an excellent job repairing my pavers, the old damaged pavers in my back yard now look beautiful and new after being repaired! GI Masonry was professional, very nice, the price was good and they showed up on time. I would very highly recommend them! Thank you to GI Masonry for...
GI Masonry
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Reviewed in April 2019
Juan was very professional in all aspects of the job I contracted him for. On time, on budget and high quality work. I would definitely use BCD Industries again for any concrete/masonry work.
BCD Industries, Corp.
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Reviewed in October 2016
Wonderful experience. Very grateful to find someone who understands our request and our budget. Very Affordable and exceeded our expectations. Thank You Affordable Masonry & Landscape.
Affordable Masonry & Landscape
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Reviewed in June 2014
I could not have been happier with Pat Hennessey Masonry! <br /> I received a quick response to my initial message the same day and all communication was timely from that point on. Pat was consistently responsive to our calls. Pat showed up at our home as scheduled for the estimate and on...
Patrick Hennessey Masonry
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Reviewed in February 2014
Called Mark Peel construction on a Saturday after seeing his sign at a neighbors house for some masonry cinder block wall he was doing. He immediately picked up and was given the description as seen above. He told me that he needed to see the property to give an accurate quote. Mark told me he...
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Loma Designs Concrete Work

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Customers say: True professional

"The quality of their work surpassed my expectations! I have recommended them several times. They have done masonry and concrete work for us. Very easy to recommend"

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Just Stamping Concrete

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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"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."

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"They did a great job and were very attentive too my wishes and needs."

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53 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Bel-Mar Enterprizes Inc

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

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Emergency services offered

"Project completed very satisfactorily on a timely manner. Sylvain and his assistance Robin are highly professional and delightful workers. They demo and replaced old patio deck steps front and back and added a 3rd room to my Mobil home on a golf course. After the job is done, they left the work place very clean. I strongly recommend them to anyone needing expert carpenters providing good estimates and excellent workmanship. I gave them 5 stars for a great job well done!!! Adey"

Response time6 hrs

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Recommended by58%of homeowners

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Morning Star Concrete Construction

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"Great work!! Will use them for all future concrete work. Very professional, great staff."

Color stamped concrete. Foundation, remove and replaced driveway.

+70

Response time2 days

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Dalinghaus Construction, Inc

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"I hired Dalinghaus Construction to install two push Piers for a freestanding column/wall (bad clay soil causing movement). I meet with Kevin to go over the scope of work and he explained everything in detail. The price was the best I can find. Took one extra day to finish the work, but they did not charge me any additional fees. 3 month later, I had a feeling that the column/wall is moving again and call Kevin. He show up in a few days and show me there is no way that wall is still moving and he was right. They are very good at what they do and customer service is the best. Thank you very much."

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

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Response time4 days

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Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Dalinghaus Construction, Inc.

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"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."

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Response time2 days

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Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Deckrete Concrete Resurfacing, Inc.

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Great suggestion to resurface versus replace. Estimate to repair driveway as well."

+104

Response time5 days

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Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Cardenas Construction Corporation

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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"José was extremely helpfully. I needed concrete for the foundation of our ADU and he was very quick to get estimates for everyone over to me and got us our pour date and time without any issues."

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Serving Nuevo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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"We hired another contractor, who seemed to be more of what we needed."

+16

Response time11 hrs

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven’s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven.

Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.

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’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’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

Initially, brick staining is not cheaper than painting. However, while it has a higher up-front cost, it may be more cost-effective in the long run. Brick stain can last for 20 years or longer, compared to paint, which usually starts to peel away in three to five years.

Most of the time, you don’t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.

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