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Q: Does painted brick need to be sealed?

• <div><p>Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don&rsquo;t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.</p></div>

Q: Can brick breathe through limewash?

• <div><p>Yes, brick can breathe through limewash. Limewash is a breathable coating made from natural lime and water, allowing moisture to pass through while providing a protective layer. Unlike synthetic paints or sealants, which can trap moisture within the brick and lead to issues like mold, limewash allows the brick to maintain its natural breathability. This characteristic makes limewash an ideal choice for historic structures where preserving the integrity of the brick is essential.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a special sealant for brick pavers?

• <div><p>Yes, depending on the type of pavers you have, you may need a specific type of sealant. For example, concrete pavers will bond differently than clay pavers or faux stone pavers and will demand a different type of sealer. If you&rsquo;re unsure of the material and what type of sealant you need, you can contact the company that laid your pavers down for you.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of stone houses?

• <div><p>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<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/questions-ask-masonry-contractor.htm"> questions to ask a masonry contractor</a> is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material. </p></div>

Q: Do brick houses have framing?

• <div><p>Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don&rsquo;t have traditional framing. </p></div>

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Last update on January 19, 2026

Reviewed in April 2025
Denis understands what you need and was very helpful in the pool deck, even had chimney repair done. Highly recommend for masonry work.
3D Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
They were thorough and fast and went a little farther then they had to! Highly recommend!
Precision Landscaping and Excavating
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Reviewed in October 2021
Arnold’s Masonry was very professional and communicative throughout the entire process. They showed up when they said they would and performed the work at the price they said they would.
Arnold's Masonry and Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Did a nice clean job at a reasonable price. H and H was able to do a complete job stump removal, disposed of debris, topsoil and reseeding. Very satisfied with job.
H & H Stump Grinding
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Reviewed in August 2020
Excellent masonry work. Very happy with the completed project. Repaired brick stairs and a new walkway. Also, Belgium block edging. Quality materials. Kris was great to work with. I highly recommend Kurila's masonry. I will be using them again!
Kurila's Masonry
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Reviewed in September 2019
Excellent repair of stone staircase - the masonry had deteriorated from nearly eight decades worth of New England weather. The people who worked on the job were diligent and skilled. The job was completed and covered with a protective tarpaulin for the mortar to dry fully. When I got a chance...
Gerry Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2019
Leonard's Masonry did a solid job with my paver project. He promised me that after he was done fixing the pavers around my pool that it would look brand new and he was spot on. There were a couple of tricky spots around the pool and the work he did around those areas was exceptional. I would...
Leonard's Masonry Service, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2017
Nick is a very personable and with old fashioned values and great work ethics as are also his crew members. Very neat and courteous .He showed up to do the job ahead of schedule and was done in 2 days . He installed a Holland block walkway and a 12 x 12 patio also ! His price was very appealing...
Nick's Construction and Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2014
Tenant reported problem with no heat, boiler for baseboard hydonic system not working. Pilot was off. I tried unsuccessfully to get pilot light to stay on. No luck. A Friday so I feared tenant being without heat on weekend. Called Sila; they came within a few hours and fixed the problem and...
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
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Reviewed in March 2014
Outstanding. Chuck Sweed of Above Grade did a wonderful and thorough job. This is my second home purchase and Chuck was far better than the previous home inspector we used. He did a detailed review of the exterior, including the grade, outside electrical outlets, AC equipment,...
Above Grade Home Inspections Inc
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