Does an outdoor fireplace need fire bricks?

• <div><p>Yes, an outdoor fireplace should use fire bricks. Fire bricks are specially designed to withstand high levels of heat and thus won’t crack as easily as regular bricks when exposed to the intense heat inside a fireplace. </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: What’s the difference between masonry and concrete?

• <div><p>Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-concrete.htm">Types of concrete</a> applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.</p></div>

Q: What material should I pick for my stone wall?

• <div><p>Choose from an abundance of natural and synthetic options when perfecting your hardscape design. Stone veneer costs a bit less, holds up against the tests of time and weather, and also works best in curves and complex walls.</p><p>Natural stone, however, provides an organic look to a lawn while providing just as much strength as veneer. Don't forget you can chat with your mason about other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-most-common-masonry-materials.htm">common wall materials</a> like brick, cinderblock, and concrete. </p></div>

Q: What is the downside of painting brick?

• <div><p>While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.</p><p>Painting brick is porous, meaning it&rsquo;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.</p><p>Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you&rsquo;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&rsquo;s hard to go back without some serious power washing&mdash;another added cost.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2024
Replacement and leveling extra large stone steps. Arrived on time as arranged, polite and very helpful.
TRUOAK Trucking & Excavation LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
We had an urgent need for gravel fill-in/repair of our driveway. JNT came out on a Saturday to give us a quote and started on the work the same day! They had the work finished the next day (Sunday). Very quick and responsive. Thank you!!
JNT Landscaping
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Reviewed in August 2023
Delivered gravel for driveway
DAM Dirt Works, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Top notch service with a lot of pride in their work!!! I would recommend this company to anyone looking for a great lawn care service, and they also provide other services such as junk removal, or any type of hauling services, such as gravel, dirt, or debris removal.
J&D Lawn Service
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Reviewed in April 2013
He came out and identified the problem. Did some work on and around the chimney. It's a stone chimney. He's a very persistant guy. We have had about 3" of rain and it hasn't leaked yet.
Rocky Top Chimney Service LLC
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Reviewed in March 2012
The price was middle bid of three that I received. I chose USS because of their BBB rating and professional salesman. The crew did a good job overall. My only concerns were that the wash stone in the drainage ditch under the crawl space was in places 2-3 inches below the footer level, the dirt...
United Structural Systems
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Reviewed in June 2011
Both times she did a fabulous job, it looks great. She used pavers and dug it up and made like a cobblestone path. We bought the pavers our self. She gave us an estimate but when she went to buy the stone the price had gone up significantly. She called us and told us and gave us the...
A WOMEN'S TOUCH LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in April 2011
I have used Animal House for the past year since I moved here. I love them. I board my cats when my husband and I travel and know that they are in a clean, safe, friendly and warm environment and wehn the cats need vet care they are only brought to Animal House. I live over 30 min away but I...
Animal House Veterinary Clinic
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Reviewed in August 2010
Overall, the job was a good experience; however, there are some issues which concerned me. After the job was complete, I realized the concrete should have been poured on gravel and wire to add strength to the concrete. The contractor used a Bobcat to remove about 3 inches of soil. Then, he...
Anglin Company
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Reviewed in May 2008
The worst customer service I have seen. This project started in Nov. 2007 and has taken over 7 months to complete. I was told on several occasions that there would be someone working on the project every day until it was finish. The longest stretch of continual work was 3 days. There would be...
SUMMERSHADE
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