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Cornerstone Masonry LLC
5.0(
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+1 more

Serving Marshalltown, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Cornerstone Masonry on short notice. He replied promptly and was in communication with me during our whole bidding phase, and willing to accommodate all of our needs. They were even willing to work over the Fourth of July while our business was closed to get the work done. He did an awesome job and cleaned up everything all in one day, which the project was a fairly big one, but he knew how important it was for us to keep our business running so we didn’t lose any money. I would highly recommend Cornerstone Masonry for any projects that you need done because they are very reliable and do what they say they’re going to do and do it very well! It’s hard to find companies any more that are reliable and show up, so we very much appreciated this company."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thrasher, Inc.
4.1(
182
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving Marshalltown, 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."
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Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services

+12

Response time2 days
981 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Pajic Tuckpointing
2.3(
25
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Marshalltown, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very Professional and explained all work before it took place. Cleaned up every night and did not disturb our daily business flow. There was extensive work to be done on this old building and it was done very well. I will be hiring them again if the need is there."
tuckpointing
tuckpointing
tuckpointing
tuckpointing
tuckpointing

+25

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ANCHORED WALLS
4.7(
19
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+3 more

Serving Marshalltown, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Credit card accepted

"They were efficent and completed the work in one day.  They were clean and left no mess, covered the floors so they remained clean.  One of the workmen  fixed by door to the garage with a a specail screw so it does not stick any loner when opening and closing the door.  Also told me how to tighten my screen door so it will not sag in the future.  Nice bonus.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Century Brick Repair
4.2(
26
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+1 more

Serving Marshalltown, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Provided timely estimate and schedule for chimney tuck pointing. Started on time and completed in 1.5 days. Experienced, friendly staff who explained things as the project proceeded. Good customer service by Eli. Answered our questions. Good clean-up. Highly recommended."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’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.

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.

Always work with licensed and certified masons in your area when installing a stone wall or even a stone veneer. Just like all home designers, they should provide an impressive portfolio and offer a free estimate for the project. Pick the pro who fits your budget and schedule and, most importantly, helps you realize your landscape vision.

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

A traditional rectangular brick that is used for siding, brick walks, and pathways is 8 inches long by 4 inches wide. If you are shopping for fire bricks, the standard dimension is typically 9 inches long by 4.5 inches wide.

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