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Q: What color should I paint my brick house?

• <div><p>There are tons of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-exterior-house-colors.htm">paint colors to choose from</a> for your brick house, but here are some great choices you should consider. Different shades of white can add a modern vibe. Instead of a bright white, try off-white or cream-white.</p><p>If you&rsquo;re not into the idea of a white house, then you might go the opposite route and go with a matte black tone. Black painted brick houses have their own contemporary aesthetic that might fit your vision.</p><p>Additionally, some great <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/barndominium-exterior-paint-colors.htm">barndominium colors</a> include gray, blue, and sage green.</p></div>

Q: Can you enlarge windows in a brick house?

• <div><p>Yes, you can enlarge windows in a brick house. Your masonry contractor will need to cut away exterior brick to make space for the larger window, and you may also need to consult a structural engineer to make sure the window is properly supported inside the frame of the house.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between stucco and mortar?

• <div><p>Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between masonry and concrete?

• <div><p>Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-concrete.htm">Types of concrete</a> applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between clay and fireclay?

• <div><p>Fireclay is a type of clay but it is a type of clay that, because of its chemical composition, can be fired at a much higher temperature than other clays. This results in a denser and more heat-resistant final material. Because of the high percentage of a mineral called kaolin, fireclay sinks are smoother and more durable than other clay types.</p></div>

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Last update on January 06, 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
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 April 2021
I was pleased with Custom Tree Care. They arrived, got to work and got the job done for a reasonable price.
Custom Tree Care
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Reviewed in March 2021
Frank is very efficient and friendly and he does a great job. I have hired him many times and I have always been happy with his work and I even recommended him to my daughter who needed repairs done at her house.
Affordable Home Repair - Unlicensed Contractor
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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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