"I needed to replace the front steps because they were pulling away from the foundation. I received several quotes and Republic Masonry (Henry) came in with a budget friendly price.
Henry and his co-worker were professional and very detail oriented and cleaned up when the job was complete.
The stairs look wonderful! I would highly recommend Republic Masonry (Henry) for all your cement projects.
Kathy Faye"
"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.."
New England Foundation Crack Repair is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work.
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Valley Excavating 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.
We specialize in all driveway and parking lot needs commercial or residential. New installs, resurfacing, repairing, seal coating, anything pertaining to a driveway we do it.
We are a professional home improvement company specializing in chimney and air duct maintenance, repair, cleaning, and remodeling. Our experienced team is committed to keeping homes safe, comfortable, and efficient through reliable workmanship and quality service. From routine inspections and cleanings to chimney repairs, duct maintenance, and remodeling projects, we provide tailored solutions to meet each customer’s needs. We take pride in honest communication, attention to detail, and dependable results, helping homeowners protect their property and improve the comfort and value of their homes.\n
Groundworks is the North America's leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider. Groundworks is a vertically integrated company with its own manufacturing operations and a world-class software solution, allowing us to serve our customers more effectively. From the first phone call to the annual maintenance offered, our customers have peace of mind knowing we're there with one mission to repair, protect and improve their home. For state licenses visit Groundworks.com/licensing
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!
Where customers become friends!\n\nDukes LLC provides residential and commercial services in Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dukes LLC provides a variety of services such as: Tree work Junk removal Demolition Snow removal Carpentry Roofing Masonry Pressure washing Home improvement Bobcat service Hauling Grading Landscaping We take pride in providing great service at a fair price. We are proactive to our customers needs. Please give us a call.
Completing masonry work directly intersects with other home systems. Repointing exterior walls without addressing grade drainage redirects water into basement systems. Working on chimneys directly impacts heating draft performance and carbon monoxide safety. Repairing historical rubble or brick foundations shifts load paths, affecting floor joists and framing. You should hire a local professional to ensure all structural repairs meet Massachusetts building codes and protect your plumbing and electrical systems.
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Hairline cracks near the foundation water line indicate active water infiltration that expands rapidly during freeze-thaw cycles. A single spalled brick exposes the interior core to moisture, causing adjacent bricks to fail within a few seasons. Cracked chimney crowns allow water to destroy the flue liner and brickwork. Address these issues immediately, as bowing retaining walls in Greenfield clay soils will accelerate into complete structural failures without prompt intervention.
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In the short term, completing masonry work before the first hard freeze stops water infiltration and prevents severe winter expansion damage. Sealed chimneys and tight foundations reduce drafts, directly improving heating efficiency during long winters. Over the long term, proper maintenance preserves historic building materials and protects your foundation from deep frost heave. These proactive repairs help your MA property resist intense precipitation and avoid municipal inspection orders.
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Watch for spalling brick faces, which occur when contractors use modern, hard mortar on softer, historical brick. Patchy mortar colors and recurring white salt deposits after spring snowmelt indicate previous repairs failed to stop water infiltration. Stair-step cracking and leaning chimneys show uncorrected frost heave or foundation settlement. You must redo these repairs to protect your Greenfield home from severe freeze-thaw damage and ensure historical materials remain compatible.
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A major mistake during masonry work is applying hard, modern mortar to soft, historical brick, causing the brick faces to crack and spall. Homeowners also fail by working in freezing temperatures without protecting fresh mortar from rapid overnight drops. Patching visible cracks without correcting poor grade drainage guarantees the repairs will fail. Always secure necessary structural permits and follow Greenfield historic district guidelines to prevent redoing the entire project.
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The Greenfield, MA homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
