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VINTAGE CONSTRUCTION AND MASONRY, LLC
4.6(
14
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike and his crew finished my walkway and new stone steps I a little over a day. Meticulous work, arrived promptly and worked nonstop until they left. The walkway and steps are beautiful, and I ve gotten many compliments. I would absolutely recommend Vintage Masonry!"
Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JES Foundation Repair
4.5(
1,447
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+2 more

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called JES Foundation Company for a free inspection of my crawl space. I was concerned about a crack in my foundation wall. JES inspector Richard Sheman Showed up to inspect my foundation. He sent a text with the time of his arrival. He was pleasant and on time. He went into my crawlspace and inspected the crack in the wall and stated I had nothing to worry about. He was very knowledgeable about the foundation and itâ  s structure. He explain to me how I could fix the superficial settling crack and save a bunch of money. I appreciate the honesty of the business and I would recommend it to anyone who had the same concerns, and for any of their other services. Ron P Home owner."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

620 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Quality Landscape Services
5.0(
7
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They covered our entire 1/2 acre property which a few years back was the runner-up in the Baltimore Sun's best gardens review. Edged and cleared out all of our beds, spread 10 yards of mulch, and rebuilt a 70 yard long french drain. Our neighbors commented "It's looks like something you see in a magazine." We agree! Amazing team -- so polite, attention to detail, and hard working. Love these guys!"
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+46

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Always Waterproofing
4.1(
420
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were quick to come to my home, discuss the project and provide an estimate. The work was completed timely as scheduled. The employees arrived promptly to complete the work, were polite and professional. We had a stamped concrete walkway done, and the final product looks great! I definitely recommend them!"
Updated concrete deck
Cozy front porch
Response time10 hrs
342 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Leading Edge Avelar Contractors LLC
4.2(
15
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was very professional, timely and responsive to install my 15x12 concrete pad. Oscar and Douglas provided knowledgeable and honest input as a few issues developed. I am very satisfied with the quality of work and would highly recommend them."
Concert porch
Adding a square of concrete
Side walk
Frame
Ready to pour concrete

+60

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.

Limewash can be removed from brick, but the method of removal will depend on how long the limewash has been on the brick. If the limewash has fully dried—which happens after about five days—you’ll need to use a diluted muriatic acid mixture to remove it. If there are multiple coats of limewash, you may need to apply the acid mixture several times to fully remove it from the brick.

Yes, you can paint stone on the exterior of a house. It’s important to properly prep the stone by cleaning off dirt and debris. You’ll want to apply at least two coats of paint to get the most even and complete coverage. Any pinholes or missed spots, however small, can allow moisture to get into the masonry and potentially cause the paint to blister and peel from the 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.

Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it’s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.

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