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Q: Does staining brick increase home value?

• <div><p>Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home&rsquo;s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home&rsquo;s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe. </p></div>

Q: Are cracks in brick or mortar normal?

• <div><p>Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.</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 does a mason do?

• <div><p>A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:</p><ul><li><p>Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings</p></li><li><p>Freestanding stone or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/brick-wall-cost.htm">brick walls</a></p></li><li><p>Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces</p></li><li><p>Cement block basement or crawl space walls</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Is it worth sealing brickwork?

• <div><p>Most of the time, you don&rsquo;t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.</p></div>

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The owner is very friendly and the crew that works with him are nice people. I love my new bathroom now and my neighbors are also impressed.
Iskan, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
Great job, would definitely rehire again, worked quickly, quietly, and Clean
Son of Mary Carpentry LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
This is a great company for concrete work. Had them pour a driveway and walkway. Julian stayed in touch and met the deadlines he gave us. The product is excellent, staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. I will definitely be using this company again for future concrete projects!
Quality Cement Jobs
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Reviewed in April 2016
Very precise and a great job
Dewitt Raymond Holdings, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
my motorcycle has been in their shop since 5/28/2014 i had set a appointment for 5/29/14 at 8 am i had to hassle them until 6/2-3/2014 for information on the diagnostic just to be informed that they needed to order a part took several day to receive the part then was informed a few days later...
RENEGADE HARLEY-DAVIDSON BUELL
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Reviewed in April 2014
Did not go well at all, cannot get a response.
Dream Renovations
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Reviewed in March 2014
<p>Parts of the house were moved in from another location, and all put together around 1945. It had been remodeled when my parents were alive and living in it. As we started the work on the house we ran into many surprises and problems. Mr. Howell had a lot of experience in this kind of...
Rodney Howell & Sons
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Reviewed in September 2013
Covered everything. Great job. <br />
BAYOU STATE ALARMS & COMMS
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Reviewed in September 2013
Very easy very fast. Great people to work with <br />
BRIAN THOMSON INSURANCE INC
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Reviewed in December 2012
Waiting to hear from sheriff department. Sould not be hard to find Mr. Johnson. He lives in the town.
Bob Johnson House Movers
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"Very professional and efficient. I was very pleased with the quality of the services and the timely manor it was completed."

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"It went very well and the workmanship was topnotched! A customer well satisfied!"

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"Remove a tree that 3 other would not touch because it was too close to house. Removed tree without any issues (did not hit the house)."

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In business since 2017

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"It was excellent, everything was outstanding."

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"They did a good job. I have an electric fireplace."

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Paragon Pools Design And Construction

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In business since 1985

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"I was very, very please with the workmanship and quality of job that I received. He is very knowledgeable of concrete landscaping and pools. His price was very reasonable. If he said he was going to do something he did it. His main focus was to make sure we were pleased. He is a great guy and contractor."

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In business since 2000

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"Shaun and Robert did a great job! Estimate/quote was quick and easy. They finished the repair in the estimated time they promised. Thank you gentlemen. The driveway looks great!"

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Deridder Construction & Handyman services LLC

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"We cannot get over how professional, fair and thorough Mr. Rainwater and his crew have been. Sheer excellence every step of the process has been his hallmark. He keeps his clients up-to-date on all costs and any issues that may occur. We were very pleased with the multiple paint jobs and drywall work he completed. His repair of our faucet revealed a deeper issue which he alerted us to and allowed us to guide how we wanted to move forward. Additionally, he informed us of roof maintenance concerns and we were able to discuss masonry projects. Frankly, it seems there's nothing he can't do! I recommend him without reservation. We will definitely use him for our future needs."

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In business since 2015

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"This young man did a fabulous job on my carport, I walked outside and there was not one problem I could point out .. literally the most hardworking, and most respectful concrete contractor I’ve ever seen ."

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home’s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home’s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

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.

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 common wall materials like brick, cinderblock, and concrete.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings
Freestanding stone or brick walls
Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces
Cement block basement or crawl space walls

Most of the time, you don’t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.

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