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Avatar for Midsouth Crawlspace Solutions, LLC
Midsouth Crawlspace Solutions, LLC
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Iowa, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jamie was very thorough in his explanation. Sadly this project will have to wait quite a while due to the cost."
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+4

Response time7 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Platinum Construction
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving Iowa, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Was totally satisfied with the job they did. I had 10 of my pillars bricked and they came out great. The team was on time and cleaned up as they went no mess left behind. That was a key point l noticed. Sometime contractors are bad about clean up, but this crew was outstanding. Would highly recommend Platinum Construction for any of your masonry/brick layer needs."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brickmaster
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving Iowa, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was amazing, I will highly recommend them, very experience, they communicate well, and very thorough, they took time to the job no rush"
Home was brought to site.
25x60 Concrete slab poured
Brick and Stone Steps being built
Brick and Stone Steps being built
Brick and Stone Steps Complete

+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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United Masonry Systems LLC
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+3 more

Serving Iowa, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish they were awesome, great communication, they answered all my questions and the work is beautiful, I love it."
Home In Greywood
Home In Greywood
cast stone and brick
Front columns with faux window
Front Entryway With design

+8

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Whispering Pines Earthworks, LLC
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Iowa, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional and efficient. I was very pleased with the quality of the services and the timely manor it was completed."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Universal Property and Investments
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace

Serving Iowa, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was done efficiently and great customer service, every question was answered in a timely manner. I highly recommend Universal Property and Investments LLC."
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+11

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’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.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’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’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

You should worry about brick wall cracks when they are wide and growing, or in a horizontal or stair-step pattern. Additionally, they may be accompanied by other signs of structural stress. In these cases, a foundation specialist should inspect your home.

Yes, brick should be clean before staining to ensure the best results. Dirt, dust, mold, mildew, and other substances on the brick can prevent the stain from properly adhering to it. Thoroughly cleaning the brick allows the stain to penetrate and bond to the surface more effectively. Cleaning typically involves using a pressure washer or a stiff brush with mild detergent. However, stubborn residue may require a specialized masonry cleaner.

The cost of masonry work varies widely depending on the type of masonry along with common cost factors like size, complexity, location, and season. Most exterior masonry work done in freezing temperatures tends to cost more because of the preparation and protection involved to keep the masonry from freezing before the mortar cures properly. The average price ranges per project or square foot for different types of masonry include:

  • Brick wall (fence, garden wall, etc.): $10–$45 per square foot

  • Natural stone wall: $40–$110 per square foot

  • Manufactured stone veneer: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Brick home exterior: $10–$30 per square foot

  • Brick siding: $3–$10 per square foot

  • Stone siding: $35–$50 per square foot

  • Brick step replacement: $20–$30 per square foot

  • Brick wall repair: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Chimney repairs: $160–$750 per project

  • Tuckpointing: $5–$25 per square foot

Certain towns and homeowner associations (HOAs) ban brick mailboxes because of the risk of obstruction. They are sometimes only permitted in cases where four or more homes share a mailbox. Homeowners may need to obtain special permits in some locations. One of the top masonry contractor hiring tips is to ask a local pro if they can show you examples of recent work that meets local code regulations.

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