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MJ Masonry
4.9(
48
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Mattapan, 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%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dimitri’s Painting & Masonry
4.9(
132
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Mattapan, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dimitris Painting and Masonry went above and beyond our expectations for our exterior paint project on our home! We worked directly with Ray, a manager within the group, and he was extremely nice, thorough, and professional. The project was done in a timely manner and to perfection. We are SO pleased with our house and have received so many compliments on it already! Will definitely be reaching out to Dimitri for future work we would like done on our house!!!"
Remodeling - General Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project

+993

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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MAGALHAES MASONRY CORP
5.0(
18
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Mattapan, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The owner and crew from Magalhaes were some of the most professional hard working masonry contractors I have ever worked with. We needed a new front walkway, training walls and some cobblestones to line the edges of our new dry. They helped us plan and design the walkway,walls and 2 new steps. They found just the right colts and pattern we were looking for. If you needed masonry work this is the company you should hire you will be very pleased with the work and the prices were very fair."
Patio end walls
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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 Mattapan, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
24 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 Mattapan, 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

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

The white stains you see on your bricks are likely efflorescence, which is salt and lime buildup. To remove efflorescence stains, simply brush them away with a stiff brush. For larger, more stubborn stains, scrub the stains with a water-detergent solution.

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.

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

You can purchase from many brick manufacturers and distributors via their websites, where you can also get estimates based on the quantity you need. You’ll find bricks at your local home improvement stores as well, though they won’t have as much of a variety to choose from. As for antique bricks, secondary selling websites like eBay can be a great resource.

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