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Diamond Pavers
4.8(
38
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving San Ramon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went very well. The crew arrived on time and worked until 7 p.m. each day. However. there was a minor problem after the installation. Some pavers turned white. Jose was very responsive and remedied the problem very quickly. Jose was very cooperative and pleasant to work with. I would certainly recommend System Pavers mainly because of Jose."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
5.0(
12
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairRetaining Wall - Install+2 more

Serving San Ramon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vitoria Pavers did an excellent job on a retaining wall to level a sloped yard. They were competitively priced, shared ideas on how to improve the design throughout the project, and completed the project in a timely manner. I would definitely hire for any future work."
Belgard Catalina grana Aspen color
The turf depot so natural 95 pet friendly turf
Belgard Anglia edger Victorian color
Walkways and Patios
Steps/firepits/outdoor kitchens

+198

Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Tri Star Landscaping
5.0(
9
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+4 more

Serving San Ramon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Job done well , timely, professional, extra work added to original job with support of expert design assistance ! Many neighbors completed on finished job and wanted business card!!"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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NC Marble & Stone Pavers
4.7(
44
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving San Ramon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were impressed by the quality of work and efficiency demonstrated in the demolition, installation and cleanup steps taken by NC Marble and Stone Pavers Companies. Our driveway and parking strips are great!"
San Jose Driveway
San Jose Driveway
San Jose Driveway
Interlocking pavers driveway
Driveway Pavers

+38

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Geico Builders
5.0(
61
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+1 more

Serving San Ramon, 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

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Concrete Foundation - InstallConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+1 more

Serving San Ramon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
10
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving San Ramon, 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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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
21
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving San Ramon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We d built our backyard using M&J Prime Builders. They gave us a fair quote. They were awesome in communication, design, stage-by-stage updates, and took feedback and improved their quality. They completed the project within 10 days as per their estimate. Found them honest and trustworthy. Strongly recommend !"
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

Brick houses can last at least 100 years with minimal maintenance. With regular care and attention, including mortar repointing, brick houses can last 500 years or more.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.

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