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Gilberto Masonry
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair+4 more

Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"The four support pillars on our porch were wood. They constantly needed painting. Gilberto Masonry redid them in stone. The result was stunning, we are very happy with how they look. While many home porches have the supports bricked. Stone adds a very unique look. I highly Recommend Gilberto Masonry."
Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Dream Works Landscaping Corp.
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"We hired Lupe and his crew to do a yard cleanup before we put our house on the market. They were professional and fast, getting the job done in one day! They even took down and removed a dead tree. They yard was spotless after they finished. Will definitely recommend them to anyone!"
Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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K&S Drywall and Masonry
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"I'm Very Happy With The Asphalt Work That Was Done They Filled My Cracks In My Driveway. And Resealcoated My Driveway All Work Was Done Looks Very Proffessional I Wouod Recommend Them To Do Your Asphalt Work Highly Recommend !!!!"
K&S Drywall and Masonry
Drywall and masonry
Drywall and masonry
Drywall and masonry
Drywall and masonry

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Creative Concrete & Landscape
3.8(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Loves Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Creative concrete installed a sitting wall with lights around our patio. It looks great and was done in a timely manner. Antonios work was great and he is very nice. Overall our experience with creative concrete was great. We will be using them again."
Stamped concrete patio
Stamped concrete patio
Stamped concrete patio
Stamped concrete patio
Stamped concrete patio

+19

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

On average, a well-built brick mailbox can last between 30 and 100 years. The insert that holds mail inside the mailbox may last 15 to 25 years before it needs to be replaced. If a mailbox needs to be fixed due to damage, make sure you know who to hire for brick repair.

Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the type of masonry materials used. Homes generally have a higher resale value when they have brick siding, and brick is also easier to maintain (and lasts longer) than other types of siding, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.

Just keep in mind, however, that although brick can up the asking price when you sell your house, the cost to brick a house is also more expensive than other typical siding costs—so you’ll invest more in the project.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

The white stains you see on your bricks are likely efflorescence, which is salt and lime buildup. To remove efflorescence stains, simply brush them away with a stiff brush. For larger, more stubborn stains, scrub the stains with a water-detergent solution.

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