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13 years of experience

Shepherd Maintenance is a local maintenance company that has over 25 years of experience. We do not subcontract any work and are locally owned by a Cedar Rapids native family. We offer multiple billing options but do not finance. There isn't a task we wouldn't accept to maintain your home or business.

Shepherd Maintenance is a local maintenance company that has over 25 years of experience. We do not subcontract any work and are locally owned by a Cedar Rapids native family. We offer multiple billing options but do not finance. There isn't a task we wouldn't accept to maintain your home or business.

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Christian's Carpets & Fine Flooring

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Installing, Replacing, & Repairing all flooring types. All labor is done in-house. NO SUBCONTRACTORS. Locally owned & operated.

Installing, Replacing, & Repairing all flooring types. All labor is done in-house. NO SUBCONTRACTORS. Locally owned & operated.

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Stone and Gravel questions, answered by experts

If you want to avoid damaging your home's brick, you should always use a stain specifically formulated for masonry projects. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it, unlike paints, which sit on the surface and are prone to peeling and flaking. Look for stains labeled for use on brick or other masonry surfaces. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere well and will likely lead to future maintenance issues. 

The material you use depends on how hard-wearing your steps need to be and what you want them to look like. The most common stone for exterior steps is bluestone. It’s hard-wearing and durable, and bluestone steps cost between $15 and $30 per linear foot. Limestone is also a popular option and is mid-range, costing $25 to $50 per linear foot. You should always consider the specific requirements of your project before ordering any materials.

Most classic red bricks can last 20 to 40 years without major repairs or renovations. If brick is maintained, it can easily last 100 to 150 years. When weighing brick vs. brick veneer, homeowners are often surprised to learn that even thin veneers can be expected to last 50 to 100 years.

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).

Stone can last anywhere from 15 to 100 years before it needs to be restored. You should clean your stone flooring or countertops regularly using cleaners designed for stone surfaces. Stay on top of vacuuming to prevent scratches from deteriorating stone faster, deep clean your stone surfaces using a pH-neutral cleaning solution at least once a year, and reseal the stone every one to five years, depending on foot traffic or usage.

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