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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

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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

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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%
130 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

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.

A fireplace hearth is a fireproof flooring material that extends out from the base of the fireplace and into the room. Hearths can be made of brick, ceramic, marble, limestone, and more. A hearth serves the purpose of decreasing the fire risk in the area directly around the fireplace. If flying embers hit carpet or wood, they’ll spark and create a fire. But if they hit something like tile or granite, they’ll simply go out.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.

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