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Republic Masonry
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Henry from Republic Masonry was excellent we hired him for the remainder of the winter season He was very respectful and even cleared the slush off the front walkway at no charge so we could safely get our mail 5 stars"
10x14 Concrete Patio
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10x14 Concrete Patio
Clients Review

+2

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
ALL AMERICAN MASONRY AND SWEEPS
4.6(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All American Masonry & Sweeps is a great company to do business with. Very professional and courteous staff. Their workmanship was of the highest quality and I would absolutely recommend them for anyone looking for masonry needs. You will definitely have a positive experience. They have since completed more work for me and I couldn't be happier. Whenever you call Adam and his team they always respond in a very timly manner."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Pro Mass Foundation & Masonry, Corp.
4.9(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"08-AUG-2025 Issues began immediately after hiring Pro Foundation & Masonry. During the estimate, I told Foreman Bobby there was no mortar in the cinder blocks. He gave a quote that I believed included proper mortar. On Aug-12-2025, I raised the issue again?he said he was ?focused on the damaged area.? When digging, a missing footing section was found, and Bobby quoted $22,500, which I thought was too high. Though he fixed some cracks, major ones in the cellar were ignored. They used the wrong mortar (not S mortar as discussed) and left sloppy drippings inside the wall. I sent photos on Aug-23; Bobby replied on Aug-25 saying the floor was dirt. Promised cleanup on Aug-30 never happened. I followed up repeatedly?no one came. They even left a dangerous cinder remnant that I tripped on. A section of wall was filled with concrete instead of block?looks unprofessional. They say one thing, do another. I?m very unhappy with their work and service. They're gonna fix the two crack on my fieldstone foundation. The manager Rey came and he felt really bad that the foreman left in this way they left it. He was really pretty readsonable."
Foundation waterproofing
Foundation waterproofing
Foundation waterproofing
Foundation waterproofing
Foundation waterproofing

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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
Moreau Masonry, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am new to the area and needed a new chimney and to have work done on my roof. Ken Moreau came and gave me an estiment that I thought was very fair. He and his men were very professional and did the work in one day. They cleaned up the area that they used and left the yard in great shape. I highly recommend that if you are having and masonry or roof work done that you contact Ken and see what he has to say before you hire someone else.."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Valley Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Valley Excavating was amazing! They did everything we asked and more. David responds quickly and him and his team are extremely professional. I would highly recommend."
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Stamped Patio and Fire Pit
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Metal Carport Pad

+38

Response time3 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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New England Foundation Crack Repair, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had 3 cracks in my foundation. They came out right away to quote the job. I had the work done a month later and could schedule it on my time. Guys were knowledgeable and friendly. Cracks were repaired. There was not a mess anywhere when they were done. All the work was explained explicitly. Would definitely recommend this company."
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Benoit Masonry, LLC
4.2(
7
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This person was very professional and did exactly what we wanted, a rounded 525 square foot paver patio. He showed up when he said he would and finished the project in the time frame quoted for the price quoted. Finish project turned out just as we wanted, I would highly recommend this company."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Key Waterproofing Construction
4.6(
227
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Masonry work was above our expectations. Rick recommended a solution better than those of two competitive bidders, and Wendel's crew was in place and working 36 hours after the hire--which was remarkable. Good price, too. The work dovetailed, in structure and scheduling, with the work of our staircase carpenters. Overall very positive, but I would suggest better postwork cleanup including a more complete removal of unused materials (e.g. a giant sheet of plywood left behind)."
Response time12 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Rolando Landscaping & Construction
4.2(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Over the last 18 years, our mission has been to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. From pavers and retaining walls to a new garden bed, we complete your project with pride. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. You can also reach us at (413) 507-6839. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Europe is a continent made of many individual countries with a history of city life. In these cities, dirt roads were unsanitary and often shifted. The Ancient Romans started laying cobblestone streets in the 3rd century, which became an iconic feature of European cities. The durable and practical paving material proved to be extremely weather-resistant.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it’s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case—and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

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