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Jim Sullivan Masonry
4.9(
50
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"As an architect I am very particular about the contractors I hire. Jim Sullivan did an excellent job on our masonry chimneyâ s. He did exactly the work he quoted and did an excellent job. The work was very professional done. He cleaned up and set up safely. He also did the work in a timely manner and communicated if they were any issues. He certainly wasnâ t the cheapest. But I know that you pay for what you get and I was happy to pay for a job professionally and well done"
Chimney
Chimney
Chimney
Chimney
Chimney

+14

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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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 North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Michael and his crew are very professional. Michael came out and gave me an estimate (which was final price) and was very through on what would be included in price. He seemed to be very accommodating as far as work that needed to be completed. I got quite a few estimates, but chose to hire MJ Masonry even though they were not the least expensive due to the way Michael carried himself. Crew worked very hard for 6 days to complete a retaining wall 60' long by 6' high. They were clean and courteous. The wall came out so nice I wish it weren't on the backside of property where no one can see. I would definitely hire again and highly recommend MJ Masonry."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Level Concrete & Masonry
5.0(
32
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+9 more

Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"Next Level Masonry rebuilt my front steps with Granite steps (4) and used granite pieces for the sides and front. They installed two-tone pavers for the walkway. The crew was amazing and their work is awesome!! I would recommend Next Level Masonry to anyone. The crew works hard, they are on time, and are very precise in measurements."
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
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+70

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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LBJ Masonry
5.0(
38
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingConcrete Foundation - Repair+6 more

Serving North Reading, 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%
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JE Masonry & Landscaping, Inc.
4.8(
24
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Agustion Ramos from JE Masonry and his crew, did a fantastic job. They were on time, quick, never cut a corner, polite, added great suggestions and the job site was neat and clean every night and when job was complete , Would highly recommend."
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pressure wash
vinyl fence pressure wash
Before Blue Stone Walkway

+3

Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Celtic Masonry
4.5(
111
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+1 more

Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Detailed explanation and discussion of work required to replace steps and landing of the 150-year-old house. Very professional, detail-oriented, and aesthetically appropriate for the house and the needs of the occupants. Masonry was completed in a timely manner. Photos to show results will be added soon."
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+13

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Certain towns and homeowner associations (HOAs) ban brick mailboxes because of the risk of obstruction. They are sometimes only permitted in cases where four or more homes share a mailbox. Homeowners may need to obtain special permits in some locations. One of the top masonry contractor hiring tips is to ask a local pro if they can show you examples of recent work that meets local code regulations.

Some older brick material is extremely hard, making it tough to create a hole. Rather than using a typical wood drill bit, always use a masonry drill bit when drilling into brick. For extremely hard brick, using a power drill with a hammer function may give you better results. The drill bit will heat up as it goes into the extremely hard brick, so you may need to stop after a few minutes and allow the bit to cool before starting to drill again.

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

Yes, an outdoor fireplace should use fire bricks. Fire bricks are specially designed to withstand high levels of heat and thus won’t crack as easily as regular bricks when exposed to the intense heat inside a fireplace.

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.

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