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Cornerstone Masonry LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John at Cornerstone Masonry did an outstanding job of replacing missing bricks and tuck pointing a very large area on my Polk Blvd all brick home. The work was top notch and makes this century old two story look like new. The quality of the work was excellent with attention to the smallest details. Punctuality and communication were excellent. The job was done on time and for the quoted amount. I am very satisfied with the finished product and I have hired them for another project."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nedi Masonry Repair, LLC
4.3(
44
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Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nedi Masonry did an excellent job! They were prompt, courteous, and worked very hard until the job was completed! We would also highly recommend their workmanship!"
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AFTER
BRICK STAIRS REPAIR

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MTZ Concrete Corp.
4.9(
38
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Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Andres discussed several options with me for a raised deck or patio to the backdoor. He set a reasonable price for all the work he did: raised concrete patio with stairs, door installation, wood railings plus he and his crew were extremely helpful with small jobs I asked for. In the small community I live in it is very hard to find responsive, reliable, reasonable contractors who do the job RIGHT! So glad I found him."
Driveway
Truck Utility
Steps
Company Info
Walkway

+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JCV Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: Quality work

"Jose was pleasant to work with. He made sure I was happy with how things were done. He and his crew were mindful of our property and they brought heavy equipment in to do the work. They cleaned up the area including the street. The patio turned out great and our neighbors are now interested in doing the same thing. We would hire him again!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Iowa
4.0(
215
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Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They explained everything very well, and they fixed the foundation without ripping out my front porch. They have awesome payment plans as well!"
Wall Anchors
Exterior Foundation Repair
Helical Pier Installation
Basement Carbon Fiber Strap Repair AFTER
Horizontal Crack Bowed Walls BEFORE

+21

Response time9 hrs
165 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.6(
35
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Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great job on leveling foundation. But no one came back to fix our yard. They was supposed to come back and reseed the yard that was tore up. No one called or cane vack"
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

235 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Thrasher, Inc.
4.1(
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Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Make sure you ask questions. After getting a clear understandable explanation of why and what they were doing, I felt I was getting my money's worth. They were a bit pricey. Workers were prompt, courteous and were careful of our property."
Basement Waterproofing Before and After
Concrete Repair Before and After
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services

+12

Response time2 days
997 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

A well-made brick wall can last up to 100 years if maintained properly, which includes regularly repairing the mortar every 30 to 50 years. If your brick wall is under 30 years old and is already showing signs of repair, it may be due to poor brickwork and installation. Extreme weather conditions can also accelerate a brick wall’s life span (especially the exterior of a house).

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

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.

Costs range from $3,500 to $15,000, depending on material, labor, and design complexity.

The Johnston, IA homeowners’ guide to masonry services

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