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LBJ Masonry
5.0(
39
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+6 more

Serving Needham Heights, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

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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%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hilarios Construction
4.8(
83
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Needham Heights, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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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%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Torres Masonry, Inc.
4.9(
10
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+1 more

Serving Needham Heights, 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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Stone Works Construction
4.7(
70
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair+5 more

Serving Needham Heights, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They operate very professionally. Provided us with a timely quote, answered all our follow-up questions promptly, and started the job as promised. They completed the project on time, the quality of their work is excellent and their price is also very reasonable. We highly recommend Stone Work to anyone who needs masonry service."
Walk
Stone wall
Patio
Patio
Drive way

+7

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

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.

A well-made brick wall can last up to 100 years if maintained properly, which includes regularly repairing the mortar every 30 to 50 years. If your brick wall is under 30 years old and is already showing signs of repair, it may be due to poor brickwork and installation. Extreme weather conditions can also accelerate a brick wall’s life span (especially the exterior of a house).

You may not need a hammer drill if you’re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often.

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.

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