"Joe was very responsive to my call, providing a visit the same day with his estimate to install a brick mailbox. The Masonary work was well done. He came recommended from a neighbor. He matched the brick and mortar to our home, completed the job in a day, cleaning up the area afterwards. I highly recommend Joeâ s Masonary Company in Lawrenceville."
"Islas Masonry Solutions did an exceptional job. We needed a concrete walkway constructed immediately for my 87 year old mother. Franciso Jr. met us at my mother's home, he was on time and provided an estimate. He began the project on time, finished on time, cleared away and cleaned all debris from the yard and street. He was extremely professional and the concrete walkway is exceptional work. I highly recommend this company for any stone, brick, block or stucco work you may need. We have dealt with other contractors and Franciso treated us like family. If he you can make an 87 year old mother, grand-mother and great grandmother happy, you are the REAL deal. Excellent work and Exceptional Service!"
"I waited a few months before posting my review to test the finished product. All I can say is incredible from start to finish to performance! Jordan and Jim are two of the most honest people I have ever met. The estimate process went so smoothly. No pressure, no overselling and scare tactics I had with other large companies. Jordan listened and offered real solutions. In fact they turned out to be over $15K less than the next bidder. Jim who also owns the company and his crew showed up on time. Worked their butts off and explained exactly what and why they were doing certain things.Just another level of transparency. They put in french drains, concrete walls to support the compromised brick ones in the basement. Then two new sump pumps one is a no power required backup, a pump to remove the washing machine water into the sewer line instead of the sump pump. The also wrapped the basement, crawlspace, installed a new crawlspace door. All in two days! The house is so much nicer and dryer. My AC does not run as often, the basement is dry. We used to get water after every rain storm. We have had several heavy downpours and not one single drop of water! I highly recommend them. Fair and honest people!"
"From start to finish LJIA masonry was first rate. They came and discussed what needed to be done, provided a detailed quote and kept us up to date on starting times and what they needed from us to have the materials needed. The crew arrived on time (a little early actually) started promptly, worked efficiently and could not have been more courteous and respectful of our property. The attention to detail was exemplary. When finished, the crew went above and beyond in the clean up. Highly recommended."
"The Rock Masonry Company installed brick pavers on my driveway. Their professionalism from providing a quote to job completion was excellent. The quality of work was top notch. I would recommend this company to anyone for their project."
"We began with 3/4s of an acre of red Georgia clay sloping down toward a lake. Byrd and Rebecca provided all the creative ideas we needed to make this property special--retaining wall, drainage, rock garden, flagstone patio and stone paths, paver driveway, sod, and perfect plantings. The work took a number of weeks--Carlos and his crew worked long days and each step was done meticulously and professionally--and the result is stunning. We cannot say enough good things about the work done here and we highly recommend Byrd Landscaping and Design."
"Our back porch slab was not going to bear the weight of our plans to screen in the porch. They were able to relate our problem as well as explain to us what their solution was. They detailed what they were going to do (break up, prep, pour and lay reinforced concrete). Quote was very competitive and detailed. Communication was transparent and responsive. Great lengths were taken to protect the property, and the job was finished in great standing and in an acceptable time frame. Warranty included full replacement, not just aesthetic epoxi short term solutions."
"The staff of Southern Acres were very professional. They showed up early every morning and worked very hard. They even cleaned up after each shift. My yard has never looked this good. Southern Acres did a wonderful job. I'm very pleased."
"My project consisted of building a retaining wall, 3 large steps to back gate, 2 patio area with pavers, and sodding. From the initial planning to scheduling the project, and the on-time, professional and friendly crew, Rooted Landscaping is outstanding! Fantastic job y’all!"
"I am very happy with the work that Crawlspaces and More did for me. They were very very professional. The completed the project on time and on budget. All of the team went above and beyond to make sure that the quality and workmanship they put into the project is what the customer expects. I would highly recomend them!!!!!"
A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:
Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings
If you want to make your home eco-friendly, enjoy low maintenance, and love the fact that its looks will take people’s breath away (and not because they were trying to blow your house down), then a modern brick home is right for you. You can hire a mason to get the building process started for your brick home.
But if you’re not fond of the color and don’t want to deal with the process of repointing or other repairs, consider going with vinyl or wood. These materials offer a lower cost. While they tend to require more maintenance, they don’t cost nearly the same as exterior brick house repair.
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.
Discoloration ondifferent types of brick can range from harmless to red flag. For example, efflorescence that is caused by a buildup of water-soluble white salt is considered harmless. However, green or greenish-yellow stains are caused by salts that are harmful to brick. Staining can also be caused by rust, corrosion, lime run, soot, algae, or moss.
If you’re attempting to mix and pour your own mortar, expect to pay between $5 to $10 for an 80-pound bag of mix. The cost to repair mortar, however, can range from $300 to $500 for a 20-square-foot wall. The larger the area and the more extensive the repair, the higher the cost.
The Braselton, GA homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
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.
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.
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.
