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Avatar for Celtic Masonry
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

Approved

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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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Y & C Landscaping & Masonry
4.6(
54
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great landscaper To work with. Will recommend them to everyone. Honest, respectful, dependable, fair price. They removed my Brick Walkway and parking area cut the tree roots and installed a brand new Brick Walkway. Iâ m very happy Janice B"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
67 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

Approved

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 and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Thomas and his crew did an excellent job. Thomas showed up to give us a quote when he said he would, his quote was competitive, and he explained the process well. Thomas and his crew showed up for the job on time. Thomas gave us a heads up before he arrived. The stone walkway looks gorgeous and the crew cleaned up everything beautifully."
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall
Patio end stone wall

+27

Response time12 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."
Melrose Project
Melrose Project
Melrose Project
Melrose Project
Melrose Project

+18

Response time2 days
173 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.

Yes, brick walls often add value to a home. For starters, many people love the look of brick walls, so they can enhance your home's aesthetic appeal and add warmth to your property, especially when it aligns with the rest of your neighborhood's look. They also provide privacy and security, which can further increase the resale value of your home.

The cost to install or replace brick or stone siding generally ranges from $10 to $50 per square foot. The final price depends on several factors, including the specific material type, local labor rates, and any necessary preparation work, such as removing old siding. For example, different types of stone have varying costs per square foot: natural stone ($4.50–$35), stone veneer ($11–$13), faux stone ($6–$9), and cultured or manufactured stone ($5–$8).

When painting brick, each application method has pros and cons. Spraying is much faster but may not penetrate the porous surface of the bricks. Rolling is effective for getting paint into the bricks but doesn't work as well on the mortar. Brushing is very time-consuming and also won't penetrate beyond the surface. For the best results, a combination of spraying and rolling is often recommended. If you use a roller, choose a thick option (at least a half-inch) and ensure the paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage.

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.

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