"Alpha foundations was amazing. Charles Tatem was outstanding at helping us find a way to fix our foundation issue and fitting our budget as well. We came up with multiple options together on how to raise the foundation and we booked. It only tool 2 weeks to get on their schedule. The day before they called to let us know when they'd be there and they were right on time. Mike Oliver and his team came out, they knew exactly what they were doing. They were very professional and organized. His team worked together like a fine oiled machine. I was very comfortable with Alpha foundations from start to finish."
"Phenomenal job well done!
Mr. Suarez, a worker for Souza Brick Pavers, met with my neighbor and I to discuss the installation of a gravel and paver job. I was greeted with a polite smile along with a pleasant and professional attitude by him. After, we discussed several job projects (trash can area , circular high rise centerpiece for front yard, walkway to mailbox, enclosed wall around fire pit, and a L-Shaped wall to house a grill on the outside patio) I was pleased with our conversation especially after he showed photos of their work, the job comes with a 1 year warranty, and reassuring the work would be done in a timely manner. If you’re looking to hire a professional company for your home or business project then LOOK NO FURTHER! Souza Brick Pavers, LLC Works as a team from start to finish. The team of workers are kind, hardworking and extremely knowledgeable in executing excellent details in designs. I highly recommend Souza Brick Pavers a hassle free and affordable company."
Apex Foundation Specialists is a family-owned foundation repair and waterproofing company serving Tallahassee, Pensacola, Panama City, and the surrounding areas. Our specialized crews and industry-leading equipment provide complete solutions for slab, crawl space, and basement foundations — including helical pier stabilization, structural foam (poly) lifting, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, drainage systems, and permanent foundation stabilization.\nEvery structural repair is backed by a lifetime warranty and supported by our annual maintenance program — the kind of commitment only a company built to last can stand behind. We combine the resources and expertise of a large operation with the accountability and personal care of a local family business.\nOur mission is to protect homes and businesses across Florida with foundation solutions engineered to last a lifetime. When your foundation is on the line, trust the team invested in doing it right — for life. Trust Apex.
"UPDATE: While the contractor did an ok job with what we had originally worked out, now that the winter has come and gone, I've found more problems with the service. Before the cold temperatures set in, I tried to winterize my sprinkler system. The problem is that the owner's manual is poorly written with no guidance on winterization, and for this particular pump model, the company did not have any resources online to help with the situation either (to be expected if the owner's manual is lacking.) I was able to shut off the water to the sprinklers, and believed I had drained the pump. I tried getting ahold of the contractor to confirm if I had properly winterized the system, but all attempts at contact were unresponsive. In the end, my pump ended up cracking, and now I have to replace the pump. I will not be using this provider again."
"Mr. James Radford did an excellent job and exceeded all of my expectations. The mailbox he designed and built was outstanding and finished the job on time as quoted. I strrongly recommend him for any masonry job."
"Will was knowledgeable and responsive to my emails, phone calls, and texts. Delays due to weather occurred and Will was proactive in updating me on start dates and project timelines. The crew showed up when they were scheduled and worked hard to complete the project. Joe was instrumental in building the outdoor brick kitchen."
"Apex did a wonderful job building my privacy fence. My yard had many obstacles (weird slopes, big tree roots, and trees right on the property line) but they tackled each and every one of them perfectly. The fence is beautiful!"
"We absolutely LOVE our new patio! The owner and his team were so easy to deal with, and gave us exactly what we were looking for. Not only does it look amazing, but we are planning to do a 2nd phase around our pool! Definitely recommend this company!"
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 questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.
Brick is the closest choice when seeking to capture the timeless look of stone with a more practical and budget-friendly option. When comparing stone versus brick siding, the price range of $200,000 to $400,000 for average brick home construction is dramatically lower compared to the cost of building a stone home. If you'd like to keep the stone aesthetic without the cost, stone veneer and manufactured stone are both less expensive than real stone.
You can use adhesive strips to hang lights on brick—just make sure you get outdoor mounting tape and not just any old double-sided tape for your project.
Masonry is an umbrella term that involves adhering individual building materials together using an adhesive, so many different things are considered masonry. These include constructing stone or brick walls or facades, installing stucco siding, installing backsplashes or tile floors, and even installing glass block windows, in some cases. Masonry materials include natural stone, clay bricks, concrete bricks, glass blocks, and tiles.
Whether you’re installing brick siding over a traditionally-framed home or you’re using genuine brick construction to build, the biggest downside of a brick house is the higher cost you’ll pay for the materials and labor. Real brick construction also means your home build will take longer, as it’s more time-consuming to construct brick walls than it is to frame out your home.
The Lynn Haven, FL homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
