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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 Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"James is very professional, I check others for an estimate and none other companies did, Celtic Masonry was the only one to come to my house and gave me an estimate, the job was performed perfectly and on time... h I asked questions and he answered all of it, and explain what was the steps and materials that he was going to do... I will recommend to all...."
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+13

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ramos Masonry Services, Inc.
4.8(
53
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We renewed home patio. Claudio suggested the way of doing and did the job promptly and clearly. His team appeared early in the morning and finish the work soon. Caludio was great to work with and did a fabulous job. I recommend Ramos Masonry to all."
Exterior masonry walkway
Masonry Walkway bricks and comcrete
Masonry Walkway bricks and comcrete
Masonry steps stone an dgranite
Masonry steps stone an dgranite

+38

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Hilarios Construction
4.8(
80
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

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 rate97%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonworks, LLC
4.1(
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+8 more

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We brought in Masonworks for a retaining wall and some basement work after dealing with a very sketchy vendor. From the very first meeting, it was such a relief to feel like we were in good hands of a company that knew what they were doing, were thorough and behaved professionally. Everything was invoiced in a detailed and accurate fashion, there were no sneaky charges added on, they showed up when they said they would, stayed with the job with no inturruptions and they left the place clean. Excellent job and worth every penny."
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Melrose Project
Melrose Project
Melrose Project
Melrose Project

+18

Response time1 day
174 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

  • Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings

  • Freestanding stone or brick walls

  • Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces

  • Cement block basement or crawl space walls

Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the type of masonry materials used. Homes generally have a higher resale value when they have brick siding, and brick is also easier to maintain (and lasts longer) than other types of siding, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.

Just keep in mind, however, that although brick can up the asking price when you sell your house, the cost to brick a house is also more expensive than other typical siding costs—so you’ll invest more in the project.

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.

Costs depend on material type, labor, chimney requirements, and structural reinforcements.

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