Is concrete stronger than masonry?

• <div><p>Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.</p></div>

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Q: How long does brick stain last?

• <div><p>Exterior brick stain can last between 10 and 20 years, on average. A number of factors can impact the longevity of the stain though, including your location and climate. Other factors like the condition of your brick, the quality of stain you choose, and the overall stain type can also alter how long your bricks look new.</p></div>

Q: Can you repoint over old mortar?

• <div><p>You will repoint over a fraction of the old mortar, but you should scrape away 1/2 to 1 inch of mortar from the joints before repointing. Otherwise, the repointing is only masking the weakened mortar instead of actually replacing it, which could put your chimney at risk of bigger, more expensive damages later on.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of stone houses?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/questions-ask-masonry-contractor.htm"> questions to ask a masonry contractor</a> is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material. </p></div>

Q: Can you lay bricks directly on dirt?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn&rsquo;t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes&mdash;none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you&rsquo;ll spend more time&mdash;and money&mdash;<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-repair-brick-patio.htm">repairing your brick patio</a> later. </p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2023
They also assembled a gazebo and put stone Columns around the post's! They they are a great bunch of guys to have around!!!
DECKadent Outdoor Living
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Reviewed in June 2023
Very professional service and properly hauled and spread stone for driveway that will be easy to care for in the country. Has good knowledge of many types of projects and will answer or find information to your questions.
Kirkman Services, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Very attentive. They installed drain tile, sump pumps, and vapor barrier in my crawl space. Brought a couple of yards of stone thru my house and into the crawl. Very neat, no mess. They put down tarps thru my house and cleaned up every day. I would highly recommend them
Crossroads Foundation Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
Needed to get gravel driveway repaired quickly. Beaux came out within 12 hours of first contact, gave a quote for the job and had his crew on site working within 2 hours. Completed job that same day and it looks great! Highly recommend Riley’s Asphalt Paving
Riley's Asphalt Paving
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Reviewed in December 2020
The crew that came to install our roof was very kind and efficient. We decided to go with the stone coated metal and it is naturally a bit longer process but the company kept us up to date with any changes. Even after it was installed there was a small hiccup but the company cane right out and...
Perfect Steel Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2016
I was out of town immediately after my initial visit to Ideal Builders; when I returned on March 16, I noticed that the debris along a fence line well south of their construction site had been completely cleaned as was from a ravine in back of the new house construction; Then this morning I...
Ideal Suburban Homes, Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
He is efficient, neat and skilled in the work completed. The staff are personable and good with detail. They were protective of our landscaping. Good with clean up and overall I felt comfortable having him in my home. The stone work is really nice. Noah has an artist eye with appropriate...
Rock Solid Remodels,Llc
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Reviewed in August 2013
Jack Riley stopped by my home on the afternoon of 5/23/2013. He stated he had completed a driveway project up the street and had some leftover-recyced asphalt that he could use on our drive at a reduced price. He stated that the product he used when properly applied and rolled would require no...
Jack's Paving
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Reviewed in October 2012
They arrived around 8:00 a.m. and just started working. They knew exactly what they were doing. They started by edging around my trees and all of the already established landscaping and yard. I was so impressed from the very beginning. They were very professional and considerate. They...
SUMMERS LAWNSCAPE MAINTENANCE
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Reviewed in August 2012
After a few months the stone work started to shift. We called the company and the first couple of times they came out and fixed it but let us know they were not happy about doing it. Every spring we had more shifting and now a lowering of one whole end of the patio area. The first time I...
CLOUNIE LANDSCAPING INC
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At Riley's Asphalt Paving, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Also adding tar and chip. Call us today!

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