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Avatar for Vargas Masonry Tuckpointing and Roofing LLC
Vargas Masonry Tuckpointing and Roofing LLC
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace+3 more

Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Adrian of Vargas Masonry and Roofing stopped by to provide an estimate for tuckpointing and chimney work on our historic Centennial Home. Adrian and Marie were prompt with a very competitive estimate which we accepted. They were both very receptive to addressing any questions or concerns we had prior to, during and for the final walkthrough. The crew performing the work very professional, very considerate to our property and provided us continuous updates as to the work being performed. The work performed consisted of tuckpointing two sides of the house along with chimney work and placing a cap on the two chimneys. As stated in a previous review, Vargas was honest, on time, and competitively priced! I'll continue to use Vargas Masonry and Roofing for the future work that I need on the interior brickwork and interior limestone foundation of our historic home."
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Response time4 days
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Frankie's Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frankie and his crew were very organized, methodical and very efficient in how they approached each stage of our project. Frankie was present each day from start to finish managing his crew and working himself the entire time. I would hire him again without hesitation and will recommend him to anyone needing landscaping. 5 Stars!! Thank you Frankie."
Paver patio with faller pet
Paver patio
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Retaining wall whit driveway
Retaining wall

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Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Bri-Co Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 40 years of experience in the home and home improvement industry, Bri-Co Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your residential and commercial needs. We treat every project with the same care and attention as if it were our own. Contact us today - we're excited to work with you!

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

Modern brick homes have a brick facade over standard framing and sheathing, so the brick offers minimal added structural stability. A home with traditional brick construction is more durable than a stick-built home, as the double-layer brick walls and rebar resist higher lateral wind loads and support heavier loads up top, as well.

In some cases, black stains on brick are caused by organic substances like algae and mold. However, it's more likely that the black spots you're noticing on your bricks come from carbon from vehicle exhaust or soot. Black stains can usually be removed by scrubbing the brick with a brush and masonry cleaner or power washing.

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

The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.

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