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Republic Masonry
5.0(
23
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+4 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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"
10x14 Concrete Patio
10x14 Pour Day
The Next Day
10x14 Concrete Patio
Clients Review

+2

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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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 Rochester, 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."
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+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Cape Cod Mason
5.0(
13
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin (owner) is on site and does most of not all of the work himself he is very knowledgeable and has a great work ethic. I will hire him again in the future for any of my masonry or stonework needs."
Stone Veneer-Fireplave
Stone Veneer-Fireplace
Walkway
Front stairs
Existing front steps

+4

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Avalon Masonry and Construction
4.8(
47
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+1 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"James and the team at Avalon Masonry and Construction replaced our brick front walkway with pavers, repaired some existing paver work, and re-leveled a bluestone patio that had settled. Excellent work on all three. They started quickly and worked efficiently, with none of the long idle stretches you often get on a hardscaping job. Communication was thorough and proactive throughout, and they were responsive to our budget and creative about solving problems rather than defaulting to the most expensive fix. When one detail of the finished walkway wasn't sitting right with us, they came back and corrected it without any pushback. That willingness to stand behind the work is why I'd hire them again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
129 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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 Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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!"
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Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Pioneer Basement
4.5(
264
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+3 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was done in a clean, efficient manner. The technician was courteous and professional. Explained the work that was done, gave advice on future maintenance, and gave me a brochure about the system installed and warranty. I intend to use them again in the future.
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+5

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Brick is the closest choice when seeking to capture the timeless look of stone with a more practical and budget-friendly option. When comparing stone versus brick siding, the price range of $200,000 to $400,000 for average brick home construction is dramatically lower compared to the cost of building a stone home. If you'd like to keep the stone aesthetic without the cost, stone veneer and manufactured stone are both less expensive than real stone.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

A traditional rectangular brick that is used for siding, brick walks, and pathways is 8 inches long by 4 inches wide. If you are shopping for fire bricks, the standard dimension is typically 9 inches long by 4.5 inches wide.

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