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Avatar for Civil Lining Industries, Inc.
Civil Lining Industries, Inc.
5.0(
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Concrete Foundation - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Gardere, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"Here’s an updated HomeAdvisor review that clearly reflects the full scope of work. Excellent Work and Professional Service Civil Lining Industries did an excellent job painting the room, installing molding, and completing several other handyman tasks in my home. The workmanship was high quality, with great attention to detail, and everything was completed professionally and efficiently. They were punctual, respectful of my space, and communicated well throughout the project. The finished room looks great, and I’m very pleased with the results. I would highly recommend Civil Lining Industries for painting, molding, and general handyman work. If you’d like it shorter, more informal, or with a stronger emphasis on before/after transformation, I can adjust it quickly."
Bathroom Floor Repair
Bathroom Floor Repair
Bathroom Floor Repair
Bathroom Floor Repair
Bathroom Floor Repair

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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NRAMS,llc.
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Brick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace- For Business

Serving Gardere, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"They did a lot of work at my house that went far beyond pressure washing, but it only let me choose one project. They replaced/repaired the eaves all the way around my house. They also did some brick repair. They were very professional and did excellent work. I would highly recommend them."
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Exterior Painting

+25

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.

Masonry work tends to be more expensive because the materials can be costly, such as natural stone and brick. Masonry is also very labor intensive, typically making up 50% or more of the final project cost. In addition, quality masonry work requires years of training and experience, as with any skilled trade.

No, using a power sander on brick is not recommended because the force of the sander can destroy brick's fragile outer layer. Even using sandpaper on brick is discouraged because of the damage its abrasiveness can cause.

If you’re attempting to mix and pour your own mortar, expect to pay between $5 to $10 for an 80-pound bag of mix. The cost to repair mortar, however, can range from $300 to $500 for a 20-square-foot wall. The larger the area and the more extensive the repair, the higher the cost.

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