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Avatar for Republic Masonry
Republic Masonry
5.0(
23
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+4 more

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
10x14 Pour Day
The Next Day
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(
16
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+4 more

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(
37
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+3 more

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

+53

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
Moreau Masonry, Inc.
4.3(
28
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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(
80
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Cutting Complete
Stamped Patio and Fire Pit
Replacement Electric Service
Cutting Complete Trash Pickup about to Begin
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(
93
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

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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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install+1 more

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(
6
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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!

walkway and gazebo
walkway and gazebo
walkway and gazebo
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Additional Photos

+11

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

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

Removing paint from brick can have both aesthetic and practical value. Some people prefer the timeless look of bare brick, making it worthwhile to remove old paint layers. Brick also lasts longer when unpainted, as paint traps moisture, causing the brick to deteriorate more quickly. If your brick walls are already in bad shape, stripping the paint off might do more harm than good.

No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.

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