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4.9(
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Astoria, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"The owner of the business keeps his word and bids a fair price. He answers your questions. I had two other bids and RC Masonry was the lowest but that wasn't why I chose them. The owner actually took the time to meet me and answered my questions. One tuck pointing business said they would get back with me and they never did. I'm glad I found RC Masonry on HomeAdvisor!"
fill in windows
fill in windows
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fill in windows

+22

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
3.8(
348
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving Astoria, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Indiana Foundation put in push piers to stabilize the foundation on my house. I received excellent service by foreman Charles and all the work crew; Daniel, Ryder, Ross, and Pete. They were efficient completing the work. I am completely satisfied."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Concrete

+16

229 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
3.4(
701
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Astoria, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We couldnâ t find anyone local to install a chimney, so went with Shamrock, who had a crew working locally, although they were based 2 hrs away. They came sooner than expected, did the job beautifully, and have been easy to contact with any questions we had. Very pleased with the whole project."
Chimney service
Crown and caps
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BDry Solutions
3.6(
72
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Astoria, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The professionals at B Dry want to help you complete your project and only sell you what you actually need to waterproof the basement. They also gave me information that helped save money through a local government program. I did not actually have the work done, so I cannot comment on that."
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Complete Basement Remodel
Settling Porch Pier Job
Porch Pier Job

+37

Response time1 day
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
4.4(
256
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+10 more

Serving Astoria, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We removed the wood paneling in the basement shortly after moving in.  That's when we noticed 13 cracks in the foundation.  None of them structural issues.  They came in and repaired all of them in one day.  A couple of them were difficult to get to due to stairs and piping, but they did a great job on all of them.
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+13

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Barnwood and Bricks Tuckpointing and Custom Carpentry
4.9(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+1 more

Serving Astoria, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Barnwood and Bricks Tuckpointing and Custom Carpentry is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

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.

Brick and stone are durable, low-maintenance materials for siding and walls that offer excellent insulation, aesthetic appeal, and can increase property value.

You should clean your home’s brick once per year. This applies to exterior brick, but also to cleaning brick fireplaces. Create a homemade cleaning solution with equal parts vinegar and water. Use a soft-bristle brush to scrub the solution into the face of your brick and remove dirt, algae, and stains. Cleaning will protect brick from damage and boost your home’s curb appeal.

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