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G&H WorX

520 W 36th
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G&H WorX

520 W 36th
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44 years of experience

G&H WorX specializes in "service"....one name, many services...nearly everything that is hard work that many do not want to do and/or the many things you have no time for; we do it!!!

G&H WorX specializes in "service"....one name, many services...nearly everything that is hard work that many do not want to do and/or the many things you have no time for; we do it!!!

ESLINGER CONSTRUCTION

1321 90th Avenue
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ESLINGER CONSTRUCTION

1321 90th Avenue
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46 years of experience

Established in 1979, Eslinger Construction & Ready Mix INC is a trusted company providing a variety of services, including concrete pouring, finishing, repair and ready mix concrete. We are licensed to build metal structures including sheds, garages and patios. We employ 9 skilled workers, all who have passed a criminal background check.

Established in 1979, Eslinger Construction & Ready Mix INC is a trusted company providing a variety of services, including concrete pouring, finishing, repair and ready mix concrete. We are licensed to build metal structures including sheds, garages and patios. We employ 9 skilled workers, all who have passed a criminal background check.

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Blue Line Remodeling

1014 E. Prescott
4.83(
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Blue Line Remodeling

1014 E. Prescott
4.83(
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Blue Line Remodeling is a multi-faceted company with 6 full time employees we strive to be a complete home repair and remodeling service. Blue line will assist home owners throughout the remodel project from design to completion. Our business relies on satisfied customers to stay in buisness.

Blue Line Remodeling is a multi-faceted company with 6 full time employees we strive to be a complete home repair and remodeling service. Blue line will assist home owners throughout the remodel project from design to completion. Our business relies on satisfied customers to stay in buisness.

Stone and Gravel questions, answered by experts

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

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. 

A traditional rectangular brick that is used for siding, brick walks, and pathways is 8 inches long by 4 inches wide. If you are shopping for fire bricks, the standard dimension is typically 9 inches long by 4.5 inches wide.

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

Some older brick material is extremely hard, making it tough to create a hole. Rather than using a typical wood drill bit, always use a masonry drill bit when drilling into brick. For extremely hard brick, using a power drill with a hammer function may give you better results. The drill bit will heat up as it goes into the extremely hard brick, so you may need to stop after a few minutes and allow the bit to cool before starting to drill again.

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