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MJ Masonry
4.9(
47
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Chestnut Hill, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Originally hired MJ Masonry to replace an existing railroad tie retaining wall and like most projects there was mission creep. I asked Michael of MJ Masonry if they were interested in taking on 2 additional projects: replacing an old stockade fence with a new one, and replacing a cement walkway with a stone walkway. We agreed on the price of the 2 additions and all projects were completed to the original schedule within 3 weeks of the start date. Details of the projects: 1. Retaining Stone Wall is over 130 linear feet 2. Stockade Fence is approximately 88 linear feet 3. Stone Walkway is approximately 63 square feet The workers lead by Jose are consummate professionals. They went above and beyond what is required to do their job. It was the little things like cleaning up after themselves and repairing annoyance type things that is not in the contract without being asked. At the end of the entire project, my wife and I were so pleased with MJ Masonry's work, we gave them a modest bonus. The icing on the cake was when some of our neighbors coming over and telling us the day after the projects completion that the Retaining Stone Wall, the Stockade Fence, and the Stone Walkway looks beautiful."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LBJ Masonry
5.0(
41
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+6 more

Serving Chestnut Hill, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you're looking for a masonry contractor I highly recommend LBJ Masonry. The quality of work their was outstanding. We've dealt with many contractors since we owned our home, Liam, Bryan and their crew are among the best we have worked with. They were professional and reliable. We couldn't be happier with the end result. Thank you so much!"
chimney repointed.
basement foundation leak repair.
exterior foundation repair
retaing wall build
chimney rebuild

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Torres Masonry, Inc.
4.9(
10
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairRetaining Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Chestnut Hill, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Miguel and his team did a great job on the step repairs at our church. He was responsive and dependable. Finished the job on time. No surprises. I recommend Torres Masonry."
Response time2 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Stone Masonry, Inc.
4.1(
87
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Brick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Chestnut Hill, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Stone Masonry, Inc. is all around concrete and masonry service. We specialize in any kind of concrete flatwork, walls, steps, floors, or patios! No job is too big or too small for us to handle and we would be happy to do it for you. We also offer so minor tree services such as trimming and removal if you have a problematic tree in your yard.\n

Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+94

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hilarios Construction
4.8(
85
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairRetaining Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Chestnut Hill, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Hired Hilario’s Masonry & Contruction to repair my brick steps and I am so glad I did. The quality of work this company does is exceptional. The crew that did the work on my brick steps are perfectionists. So pleased with the end product, and cost was very reasonable. Highly recommend you give this company a call."
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall

+27

Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy Stoneworks, Inc.
5.0(
38
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair

Serving Chestnut Hill, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Legacy Stone did an incredible job installing our new patio. High quality professional workmanship. Rodrigo and his crew worked endlessly to get the job done. They were a pleasure and easy to work with. They would go the extra mile to ensure we were happy with the end results. I highly recommend Legacy Stoneworks for all your masonry projects. I guarantee you will be satisfied with quality of workmanship Thank you Rodrigo and staff !"
Granite Steps and Walkway
Granite Steps and Walkway
3-Piec Paver Patio and Block Wall
3-Piece Paver Patio and Block Wall
3 Piece Paver Patio and Block Wall Installation

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

On average, a quality exterior brick stain can last between 10 and 20 years, and sometimes even longer. While it will look its best for a minimum of three to five years, its total lifespan depends on several factors. These include the quality and type of stain used, the condition of the brick, and the thoroughness of the surface preparation, such as proper cleaning. Following the manufacturer's application instructions and applying a sealant as a final step is also crucial. The stain's longevity can be affected by your location, climate, and the brick's exposure to harsh weather, high traffic, and other elements. Over time, the stain may begin to fade or look dingy due to weathering, erosion, dirt, and debris. Compared to paint, brick stain generally has a longer lifespan.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

You should use cement for a chimney crown. The purpose of the chimney crown is to protect the mortar below from water damage and the effects of weather. For this reason, chimney crowns should only be made using cement. When repairing a crown, use caulks and sealants designed for cement repair rather than mortar repair.

You will repoint over a fraction of the old mortar, but you should scrape away 1/2 to 1 inch of mortar from the joints before repointing. Otherwise, the repointing is only masking the weakened mortar instead of actually replacing it, which could put your chimney at risk of bigger, more expensive damages later on.

Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.

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