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Avatar for Inner Boston Masonry & Construction, Corp.
Inner Boston Masonry & Construction, Corp.
5.0(
43
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingConcrete Foundation - Repair+4 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Inner Boston Masonry & Construction to repair/ rebuild our chimney and we are so happy we did! We are completely satisfied with the excellent work that Mark and his crew did. They were at our home when scheduled and were very professional, neat and polite. We highly recommend Inner Boston Masonry & Construction to anyone in need of chimney work."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Travers Landscape Construction Engineering & Weatherstone Restoration, LLC
Travers Landscape Construction Engineering & Weatherstone Restoration, LLC
4.6(
356
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1910

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful to do business with. Prompt, courteous, friendly, professionals who know their business, Hard workers who left my yard looking beautiful after taking down and dis posing of a very tall, very dead pine tree.. if you are looking for quality work at fair, reasonable prices, don't hesitate to call Travers. I highly recommend them."
Total Restoration/Retaining Wall
Demolition
Demolition
Demolition
Tree

+31

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
4.8(
43
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"It was following a storm. I had one tree down and 3 other large portions of trees down. They came, surveyed the needs, gave me a price, and came when they were able. They have been doing my fall clean up for a number of years. I did not know they also do tree removal. I am very happy with their work."
Response time2 days
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
4.9(
47
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Desouza Landscaping and Tree Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Asphalt Solutions Enterprises
4.5(
51
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+2 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drew was excellent to work with. Our driveway project was completed quickly, and the quality of the work is fantastic. The crew was friendly and professional, and I can't say enough good about our experience. Thank you, Drew!"
Our work
Response time3 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Robert Home & Yard Improvement
Robert Home & Yard Improvement
4.8(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert and his crew are very nice, honest and friendly people that really seemed to care about my project - in this case new wood stairs - and I think what they built it came out great."
Deck stain
Deck stain
House painted
House painted
Patio in Harwich

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Key Waterproofing Construction
4.6(
229
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+1 more

Serving Forestdale, 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
85 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for R&G Masonry
R&G Masonry
2.4(
35
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tear down and replace a chimney. Working with R&G Masonry was a great experience. Rocco and team met expectations and were highly responsive to my questions. They were on the job they said they would be and finished the job when they said they would finish! I highly recommend R&G Masonry and would use them again if needed."
 Crown
 Classic Brick
 Cobble Radias
 New England Field Stone
 Cultured Stone

+33

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Two types of masonry are veneer masonry and solid masonry. Veneer masonry is thin brick or stone material attached to the face of a building. With veneer masonry, the walls support the weight of the masonry products rather than the masonry being built on a concrete footing. Solid masonry is a wall or other brick or stone structure built on a concrete footing, and the masonry supports itself.

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.

To stain brick, you should use a product specifically formulated for brick, concrete, or other masonry surfaces. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it. This is different from paint, which sits on the surface and is prone to peeling, flaking, and trapping moisture that can cause damage. Water-based brick stains are often recommended because they are easy to apply, even for DIYers, and they allow the brick to breathe. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere properly and can lead to future maintenance problems.

Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.

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.

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