"Oliver and his partner were more than excellent. He was honest with his assessment and gave me a quote right away (not the cheapest, but it had the most value based on his experience/knowledge - HIS BID WAS VERY FAIR!!!). We talked with 4 vendors before deciding on New Age Masonry and couldn't be happier with our decision to hire them. We have been burned in the past with other contractors, so I am always on edge when dealing with them, but Oliver gives me a new reason to relax on that a bit. Please give him an opportunity, even if he isn't the lowest bid, because you will not be disappointed in his work. Very, very satisfied customer."
"Another outstanding job by Olsen. We requested and received a proposal last fall for work to be done. Proposal was easy to understand, covered all work wanted and provided on very timely basis. Early spring they delivered brick samples for our approval and began work a few days later. Work was preformed very quickly, very professionally and of the best quality. They thoroughly cleaned up each day and after completion. We strongly recommend Olsen to everyone needing masonry work. Another satisfied customer, again."
"My first few quotes showed me what the patio would look like with paver bricks and I thought that was my only option. They suggested concrete which I actually wanted originally. They started about a week after our chat and finished the job in a day. It looks really good and clean"
"Juan is a true craftsmen. He and Edwin are incredibly hard-working and meticulous, showing great attention to detail. Juan was extremely polite and made every effort to ensure our satisfaction (as did Karina from the office). The team cleaned up every night before leaving and at the end of the project. We are thrilled with the work. The stone work is beautiful! We are also amazed by the value - others wanted to charge more for hanging pre-fab stone veneer, than RK did for true masonry work. We cannot recommend RK highly enough!"
"My experience with 83 Masonry was EXCELLENT! We hired them to tuck-point and partially rebuild our two chimneys. They started the project on time and showed up everyday ahead of time. We have new roof and AC, so before they started any work, they have protected the roof and build protection canopy over the AC to make sure nothing would get damaged. Very professional, knowledgeable, punctual and safe. Not only were the chimneys fixed, they improved the look of the house. We are EXTREMELY happy with the craftsmanship and we would recommend them for any type of masonry work."
"I had an excellent experience working with Mission Brick on my Techo-Bloc paver patio project. They handled everything from deck removal and fence repair, site preparation and base installation to the paver patio build and final finishing details. Mark was highly communicative throughout the entire process. He had an eye for design and helped develop a layout that was within my budget. He followed through on every detail exactly as outlined from start to finish. I would absolutely recommend Mission Brick."
"The team showed up on time and worked quickly. All went smoothly with the scheduling and work. After having water in our basement on several occasions, and getting three different approaches (and costs) to remedy the water problems we chose to use Atlas restoration who had the most cost effective approach and offered the least destructive and most conservative approach to start with. We waited to repair the damage in the basement from the previous flooding and after several hard rains saw no water in the basement. We proceeded with the repairs to the basement and after all of the hard rains we've had so far this year, especially this summer, we have see no evidence of water in the basement at all."
"Miguel contacted me promptly & worked me in the same day which was greatly appreciated since the fireplace damper was stuck open. It was very cold and a storm was coming. He kept me updated on when he would be able to arrive. He was very polite, helpful in explaining how I could avoid the problem in the future. Definitely 5 star in all aspects. I would use him again for any future problems."
"I was very pleased with the outcome of my garden wall and buried pipes. Daniel was very prompt in giving me a quote and returning my phone calls. He started and completed the job in the amount of time he said it would take. Daniel was personable and very easy to work with. He would stop work to explain what he was doing when I had questions, answered any questions I had, would re-do what I wanted changed, and did a nice job of cleaning up. I highly recommend hiring Daniel to do your outdoor work."
Choosing the right paint color for your brick house can be a daunting task. A great strategy is to find painted brick houses that you like and try to replicate the look by researching their colors or asking the homeowners for the specific paint color code.
If you're looking for specific ideas, several colors work well on brick. Different shades of white, such as off-white or cream-white, can create a modern, timeless, and classic look that is unlikely to go out of style. For a more contemporary aesthetic, you might consider a matte black tone. Other popular choices include gray, blue, and sage green.
Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it’s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.
Staining or painting brick isn’t something to do on a whim. Make sure you really want to live with stained brick, because once you apply the stain, it’s permanent. Sure, it will fade over time, but you can’t restore the brick to its natural tones after applying a stain or paint.
The United States Postal Service (USPS) recommends placing a mailbox 6 inches to 8 inches back from the curb. If your lot is unusual, speak with town authorities or the local post office to determine the correct placement.
The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.
The Batavia, IL homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Find out the average brick or stone fireplace installation cost in Chicago, IL. Learn what you can expect to pay for materials and local masonry labor.
Find out the average stone restoration cost in Chicago, IL. Learn what you can expect to pay for local stone repair and polishing to refresh your home.
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.
