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Avatar for Vargas Masonry Tuckpointing and Roofing LLC
Vargas Masonry Tuckpointing and Roofing LLC
4.7(
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace+3 more

Serving Pontoon Beach, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

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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Chief Construction LLC
4.6(
22
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+3 more

Serving Pontoon Beach, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Needed a brick wall repaired that was damaged by a car. The brick could no longer be obtained so we decided to remove additional brick to reuse and add natural stone to make up some difference. Jordan provided professional services when many other contractors would not even bother to return calls or follow up with estimates. His pricing was very competitive and the work was done well and clean up was exceptional. I’ve already gotten a second quote for some additional work to be done in the future and I won’t bother looking anywhere else. I would definitely recommend Chief Construction for brick or stone work needed."
Brick work
Brick work
Brick work
Brick work
Brick work

+63

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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High and Dry Foundation Repair
4.7(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Pontoon Beach, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"High and Dry came to my house the day I contacted them The engineer took measurements of what I had thought was a sinking foundation He assured me the foundation was not sinking and told me they were happy to put my worries to rest. I tried to pay for a service call and the engineer declined to be paid for the call I an completely impressed by High and Dry s honesty and excellent service JE Inman"
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Piering Project
Piering Project
Crack Repair
Carbon Fiber Straps

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Roberts Foundation And Crack Repair
4.2(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+2 more

Serving Pontoon Beach, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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I don't recall the date this occurred, but it was not July 2015, but the format requires a date.  In any event, I was concerned about a foundation problem, and Roberts sent a representative out who inspected inside and outside and advised that while he would love to have found a problem that would have involved an expensive repair, he could not do so because he saw no foundation problem.  He was as honest as the day is long, extraordinarily polite and gave considerable supporting statements as to his determination.  I really appreciated his integrity.

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Response time3 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Two types of masonry are veneer masonry and solid masonry. Veneer masonry is thin brick or stone material attached to the face of a building. With veneer masonry, the walls support the weight of the masonry products rather than the masonry being built on a concrete footing. Solid masonry is a wall or other brick or stone structure built on a concrete footing, and the masonry supports itself.

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.

Drilling into brick doesn’t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it’s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall’s structural integrity. Applying too much force can crack or chip the brick, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength. 

This is largely dependent on the size and hardness of the rock, but a range of tools might work, including hammers, chisels, rock hammers, sledge hammers, and more. You'll need a jackhammer for the very biggest rock-breaking jobs.

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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