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"Hands down, best service and company ever. Very nice not pushy, had others say they could do it cheaper but for me it's quality and a job done right the first time. If you want quality and a job right call them, they are excellent"

Lorrie D on October 2023

With over 20 years of experience Mid State Masonry is committed to serving our customers with excellent service! We strive for professionalism & punctuality to meet your needs and to have you feeling satisfied! Please give us a call today! 207.649.3257

"Hands down, best service and company ever. Very nice not pushy, had others say they could do it cheaper but for me it's quality and a job done right the first time. If you want quality and a job right call them, they are excellent"

Lorrie D on October 2023


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M&B Masonry

63 Cribstone Drive
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M&B Masonry

63 Cribstone Drive
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

M&B Masonry is a family owned business serving Central and Southern Maine for the last 25 years. We specialize in chimneys, fireplaces, hearths, patios, hardscape and much more. Our work is always top notch quality and we pride ourselves on perfection!

"Matt’s work ethic, attention to detail and timeliness is top notch. We have been working with him for roughly 10 years and get great compliments on his work on all of our projects."

Tori J on August 2023

M&B Masonry is a family owned business serving Central and Southern Maine for the last 25 years. We specialize in chimneys, fireplaces, hearths, patios, hardscape and much more. Our work is always top notch quality and we pride ourselves on perfection!

"Matt’s work ethic, attention to detail and timeliness is top notch. We have been working with him for roughly 10 years and get great compliments on his work on all of our projects."

Tori J on August 2023



Installation of ceramic,porcelain, marble tiles. Residential and commercial. 35 years experience. Design consultation. Servicing new england.


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Hilton Home Improvement

PO Box 1980
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Hilton Home Improvement

PO Box 1980
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Call or email to discuss how we can help you with your renovations, remodeling, repairs and more. From home renovations and handyman work to outdoor landscaping and pool maintenance - no project is too small or unusual.

Call or email to discuss how we can help you with your renovations, remodeling, repairs and more. From home renovations and handyman work to outdoor landscaping and pool maintenance - no project is too small or unusual.




Jim Brann General Contractor

38 Farrs Road
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Jim Brann General Contractor

38 Farrs Road
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45 years of experience

Jim Brann General Contractor can supply all of your building needs. With over 30 years experience in fine home building, earthwork, Foundations and Jim is a Master Electrician, Master Plumber and Master Oil Burner Tech with an unlimited license. One stop for all your construction needs saves you money!

Jim Brann General Contractor can supply all of your building needs. With over 30 years experience in fine home building, earthwork, Foundations and Jim is a Master Electrician, Master Plumber and Master Oil Burner Tech with an unlimited license. One stop for all your construction needs saves you money!



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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

In general, it will take about 90 minutes to burn the creosote sweeping log by itself, allowing it to work its magic. This may be longer or shorter depending on the conditions of your chimney.

With regular maintenance, a brick chimney can last 50 to 100 years. However, the various parts of the chimney—including the liner, mortar, and flashing—tend to have shorter lifespans. For example, most chimney liners last between 15 and 25 years. Meanwhile, mortar lasts 20 to 30 years before it requires repointing or tuckpointing.

Fireplaces can last between 10 and 30 years on average. This life span heavily depends on the quality of the construction, the type of fireplace (wood-burning versus gas versus electric), the materials used, and how well you’ve maintained it. Most homeowners get around 20 years out of their fireplace before major issues start popping up.

In most cases, converting a wood fireplace to a gas fireplace will increase your home value because they burn cleaner, provide more warmth to your living area, and are far more convenient to use. Thanks to gas fireplace inserts that make your fireplace look like it’s full of burning logs, home buyers can still get the aesthetic appeal of a traditional fireplace plus the benefits of a gas fireplace if you make the conversion.

The primary disadvantage of a ventless fireplace is that it doesn’t have an exterior venting system. This means that the byproducts from combustion are emitted into your home, which raises some safety concerns. In addition, ventless gas fireplaces produce moisture as they burn—and if there’s no ventilation, you could end up with a mold problem.

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