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First Class Stucco & Stone
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Ludlow, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First Class Stucco & Stone performed top notch work, displayed exceptional communication and kept their commitments. Our house exterior is complex and their work looks excellent. Salomon and his crew are professionals who take pride in their craft. You are hiring true craftsmen with First Class Stucco & Stone."
Remodeling - General Project
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Remodeling - General Project

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Six Point Excavating
5.0(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Ludlow, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Needed a leach field installed, called Six Point excavation talked with Jeremy Yoder, he was prompt worked with the inspector, worked us up a more than fair price, squeezed us in to his schedule and completed the job. Can't say enough about Him and the company, would recommend any day of the week. Great guy!!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Buzz Bees Plumbing & Repair LLC
4.9(
10
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Ludlow, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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This was the first time I've used Angie's List. Our kitchen sink and dishwasher began backing up on Saturday night. I tried to fix the problem myself, which has occurred before, but this time I could not get it to clear.

I called Jim on Sunday morning at 11am. He answered, and first indicated that he didn't typically work on Sunday's, but offered to assist. He arrived within an hour, discovered that the problem was a bit more complicated, left to get more equipment, and returned again within about 30 minutes. He completed his work in about an hour; gave us some helpful hints on ways to avoid this happening again, and thoroughly cleaned up the area he was working in.

I found Jim to be professional and courteous, and I liked the fact that he's a local businessman who cares about treating his customers right.


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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Staining or painting brick isn’t something to do on a whim. Make sure you really want to live with stained brick, because once you apply the stain, it’s permanent. Sure, it will fade over time, but you can’t restore the brick to its natural tones after applying a stain or paint.

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.

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.

You may not need a hammer drill if you’re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often.

Spalling brick is not uncommon, but it does indicate a serious issue. It can be caused by water damage, an intense freeze-thaw cycle, or something else. Painted bricks can be susceptible to spalling, as the paint doesn’t allow the porous material of the brick to breathe, which can trap moisture. Spalling should always be addressed immediately before more serious structural damage occurs.

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