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Hoffman Landscaping
4.7(
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Ilchester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew at Hoffman Landscaping were fabulous. The began work when they said they would. It took them four days to transform our mess of a yard into a work of art! We would highly recommend this company and will certainly hire them again!"
backyard patio built in Grill
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+36

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC
4.7(
230
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Ilchester, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired XtraCare to rebuild a failing retaining wall along our driveway, repoint the masonry on another retaining wall, install a French drain behind the retaining wall that wasn’t rebuilt, and reconstruct a concrete walkway that had subsided over the years. We had requested quotes from several reputable contractors, and XtraCare submitted a very reasonable bid. While it was not the lowest one received, our initial meeting with Cleber convinced us that he had a much better sense of the myriad challenges posed by the project (e.g., difficult topography, drainage issues, potential permitting obstacles) than the other contractors did. The project manager, CJ, was always responsive and let us know what to expect at every stage of the project. The crew was unfailingly friendly and diligent and even completed some work that was outside the scope of the project (repointing some crumbling mortar on the porch adjacent to the new retaining wall they built). We are extremely pleased with the results! Even the building inspector complemented us on the excellent craftsmanship. And two weeks after they completed the job, the crew returned to clean and inspect the wall one more time. Finally, the office staff – Mari and Raquel – were exceedingly helpful and communicative, always keeping us apprised of what was happening on the project and what to expect next. We cannot recommend XtraCare highly enough. They truly went above and beyond, and we intend to use them for any future projects on our house."
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G & D CONSTRUCTION
4.4(
76
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+4 more

Serving Ilchester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"G&D construction did a great job! They installed a 14 x 14 patio foundation for a shed. They were timely and responsive with the initial inquiries. The job was completed as expected. The team was professional and polite! Castillo and team were awesome!"
Concrete
Wood gate
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project

+243

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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AZALEAS TO ZINNIAS
4.7(
247
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Ilchester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle Hodges and his team did a great job removing old landscaping and preparing the space for new planting. They also repaired our brick front steps and porch, and installed new path lights to replace old, failing lighting. Kyle is easy to communicate with, and offered a lot of good ideas. We liked his design for new landscaping, and we look forward to moving ahead with the planting in the spring."
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+50

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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First Impression Hardscapes, LLC
4.6(
124
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+1 more

Serving Ilchester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used this company before, for a patio at our old house, so when I moved and so I would need a new sidewalk I knew who to call. Derek, the sales person and estimator,arrived right on time and was very professional in suggesting a design for the new sidewalk. He also suggested that we could use some of the existing flagstone to build a pad for our trash cans around the side of the house. they told me they estimated the work would be done at the end of August, but they actually came out two weeks early to do the work. on a hot day, the team worked hard and was very efficient and precise. Mr. Morgado the supervisor was there at the beginning and we discussed and confirmed the work to be done...then he gave clear instructions to the crew. They did a super job, and it looks terrific...attractive and professional. Santos the crew leader confirmed things with me before doing them, like how to handle a tricky step up from the driveway. We are very pleased with the sidewalk and have gotten several compliments on it."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G&C VENTURES, LLC
4.4(
215
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Ilchester, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed some stone patio repair in short order as I was moving. Dave came out to the site immediately to quote the job. He gave me a couple different options to choose from and pricing was favorable compared to the competitors. He quickly sourced matching stone, rearranged his crews’ schedules to get my job done, and his team did high quality work fast. Highly recommend."
landscape construction
Landscape Construction
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
Zero Maintenance Landscape Design

+177

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Great Falls Stone
4.5(
11
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+8 more

Serving Ilchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Falls originally built a stone fireplace in my family room. I was so happy with the results that I had them do interior walls of entire man cave basement with carderock stone. Later they built a three-tiered stone patio with retaining walls. The quality of stone work is the best!"
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+24

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.

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.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

Yes, but used or reclaimed bricks can be more brittle, cracked, or uneven than new bricks, so they’re harder to cut cleanly by hand. For that reason, you should take extra care when scoring and striking, and expect a higher chance of breakage. If a brick feels especially fragile, score deeper before attempting to split it.

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

The Ilchester, MD homeowners’ guide to masonry services

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