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Avatar for Paradise Stoneworks Inc.
Paradise Stoneworks Inc.
4.7(
24
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin, Brian and George did a phenomenal job. Very professional and took the time to answer any and all questions. Would highly recommend Paradise Stoneworks for all paving needs."
Patio
Front entryway
Pool deck
Sealed driveway
Sealer difference

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Axton Builders LLC
5.0(
23
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Axton Builders LLC did a professional job of repairing a masonry wall in our association. I think the overall job might have been a bit more than he estimated, but he stuck with his original quote. So, a professional job with little hassle. That's the best recommendation I can give any contractor."
during install
Finished Job, just concrete edging to be added
Old cracked planter
Brick Planter
Shell path redo

+26

Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Murphy Landscaping, LLC
4.4(
58
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional. Arrived as promised and completed the landscaping as promised for agreed price. I hired him to update the landscaping across the front and around the side of my house which involved pulling some plants, cleaning some plants of unwanted growth, cleaning the plant beds and installing new plants. Finally, putting down new mulch. I could not be more pleased."
Before sod installation
removal of existing sod
before
NEW "Empire Zoysia" sod
after

+6

Response time30 mins
Recommended by94%of homeowners
PaverPros Solutions
4.8(
19
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+3 more

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went well beyond my expectations. We went with pavers rather than concrete. Joe gave us a good estimate. He stuck to the budget and the timeline. The work Joe did for us is a work of art. Beautiful. Pavers cost more than concrete but worth every penny."
Paver Driveway
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Pavers In Paradise, LLC
Pavers In Paradise, LLC
4.6(
174
)
Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I utilized Pavers in Paradise on many projects. As head of an H.O.A. Alan and his team repaired pathways installed patio’s and Sidewalks. They also reinforced and expanded roadways. Alan on one occasion made an emergency repair on a collapsed driveway! (Not on his project). I’ve used Pavers in Paradise personally several times and recommend him to friends and family. Professional team of craftsmen, top quality results at a fair price. As far as customer service, when you do it right the first time you don’t need to come back."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GREEN HORNET LANDSCAPE
4.7(
64
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My front yard looks amazing. It's incredible how much better the landscaping looks from the way it was before. Peter and his crew did an outstanding job!! I will definitely have them back here again for future projects!! AAA+++"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+51

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Alpha Foundations
Alpha Foundations
4.3(
214
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had our Lanai and Pool area repaired. We went to a home show and found Alpha Foundations. Sam Martin came to do the work. He was very pleasant and went right to work. nonstop. He seemed through and we feel knowledgeable about spending this money. He cleaned up perfectly. would definitely hire Alpha Foundations again."
Protect Your Concrete Before & After
Protect Your Concrete
Lift Your Uneven Concrete
Protect Your Concrete
Lift And Stabilize Your Concrete

+10

Response time1 day
119 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for JR Pavers & Remodeling, Corp.
JR Pavers & Remodeling, Corp.
4.7(
50
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was there the same day for an estimate! We needed patio pavers put down right away for company and we were leaving town! He came the next two days and installed our patio! He was reliable and on time and a professional! Thank you we have a great patio now!"
Back patio
Back patio
Back patio
Back patio
Back patio during construction

+32

Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

When it comes to how to paint a brick chimney, consider that standard paint can seal in moisture and cause serious chimney problems. Instead, use a vapor-permeable sealant. You’ll first scrub and sand the chimney; then, you can patch any gaps with caulk and apply the sealant. We recommend hiring a pro for this job since it entails working on the roof, which comes with a lot of necessary safety precautions.

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.

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.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

The Longboat Key, FL homeowners’ guide to masonry services

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