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Chuy's Tuckpointing & Restoration, LLC
4.8(
75
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Chuy’s for some masonry work around my home building on the South side of Chicago. They replaced several lintels on the front of the building and spot tuckpointed the bad areas all around of my home They did a great job with the masonry work and kept the site nice and clean through out. They always answered the phone and responded to my emails. I highly recommend them."
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing

+13

Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
5.0(
11
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent quality of work and customer care. Great value offered and very satisfied with the end result. We addressed an 80 foot piece of fence with river rock (8 tons) and it looks great. They also built us a patio with brick pavers. It looks great as well. Would hire again and recommend to anyone looking for professional landscaping and hardscaping."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
3.8(
349
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving Oakland, 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

312 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Dan and The Man
5.0(
5
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did great work on my stone siding. Efficient time management with their work. Great attention to detail and you can tell they take pride in their handy work. Friendly demeanor and always on time. I would recommend them for any kind of stone or brick work. Competitive prices that suit most budgets. Definitely quality work. Would hire them again!"
Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Effingham Foundation Systems
5.0(
3
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Happy with the experience from start to finish. We went over the work to be completed and what it would be. The work was completed as agreed upon! Would definitely recommend!"
Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Terre Haute Concrete Company
5.0(
3
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Concrete Foundation - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Faith Led & Veteran Owned, we are a Union Concrete Construction Company servicing West Central Indiana and Eastern Illinois. Our President & Owner, Marc Loveland, is a Marine Veteran and Master Craftsman with over 30+ years of experience in concrete construction. We are training journeymen and apprentices not just how to attain mastery in their field, but also to be men with high character and integrity so that our customers get the Highest Level of Quality.

Train Track Decorative
Large Tile Patio
Brick Decorative within Driveway
Outdoor Living Area
Before After Pool & Wall

+2

Response time2 days
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
3.4(
702
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

No, you don’t need to soak the brick before cutting it by hand. In fact, cutting a wet brick can make it harder to see your score lines and may cause the chisel to slip. Soaking is sometimes used with power tools to reduce dust, but for hand-cutting, it’s best to work with dry bricks for better control and visibility.

You should worry about brick wall cracks when they are wide and growing, or in a horizontal or stair-step pattern. Additionally, they may be accompanied by other signs of structural stress. In these cases, a foundation specialist should inspect your home.

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

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.

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.

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