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Q: Can you stain red brick white?

• <div><p>You can turn a red brick white through a process called whitewashing. Whitewash isn&rsquo;t a stain but rather is made from water and white latex paint. Adding more water to the mix will make the solution look lighter when applied, and adding more paint will make it look more white. </p></div>

Q: Does brick increase home value?

• <div><p>Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-most-common-masonry-materials.htm">type of masonry materials</a> 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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pros-and-cons-different-house-siding.htm">types of siding</a>, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.</p><p>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&mdash;so you&rsquo;ll invest more in the project.</p></div>

Q: How do you get soot off chimney bricks?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.</p></div>

Q: Do brick houses have framing?

• <div><p>Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don&rsquo;t have traditional framing. </p></div>

Q: Do I need to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting?

• <div><p>Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.</p></div>

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Last update on May 03, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
L&B Services did a tear down and rebuild of an old deck. They really know how to build a solid deck with poured cement footings, sauna tubes, and sturdy lumber. Bob was very good at keeping us informed of the work to be done and the timeline. The deck was done on time. It is a large deck (30x12)...
L&B Services
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Reviewed in December 2024
The categories available don't match the work that was done. The job did involve some drywall repair, but was tile work for the most part. Dave was easy to work with, listened to what we wanted, and found the fixtures we wanted. The job cost exactly what he said it would, and the final...
Hagen Construction & Design
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Reviewed in June 2024
Wow. The job was to build a porch/deck at ground level where a brick patio was. Russell came out to look at the job and the site. I described what I was thinking and its functionality--to get the dogs out of the mud before coming in the back door, and drainage for heavy rain, and to dress...
Davis Deck Solutions
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Reviewed in April 2024
We had a terribly DIY-ed deck from the houseâ s previous owner and it was definitely unsafe. Zack and his colleague (apologies for forgetting his name - Chad maybe?) demolished it very quickly and built us a set of sturdy pressure-treated stairs with a 4 foot platform that same afternoon. They...
Rock River Construction
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Reviewed in October 2023
Rhet, of Superior Tile Service is reliable, punctual, easy to work with, and delivers solid and beautiful work. I have recommended his services to my clients and they have been very pleased with the quality work they received. Look no further for your tile and concrete needs!
Superior Tile Service Corp.
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Reviewed in October 2023
The crew built a 100 ft long section of 6 ft cedar shadow box fencing. They were able to raise the bottom up by one ft for a total height of 7 ft. It is absolutely stunning!
Blue spruce fence and deck
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Reviewed in September 2023
Excellent carpenter. Thorough and neat
Rio's Carpentry Services
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Reviewed in August 2023
Terry did a great job repairing our concrete paver walkway. He gave us a fair price and came on short notice. He and a helper showed up on time, finished the work on time, and cleaned up the work area. The quality of his work is top notch. Heâ s a real craftsman Iâ d highly recommend to...
Wisdom Landscape, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Nick and his crew are fantastic to work with. Accurate estimates, schedules the job and gets it done quickly with high standards for for a quality finish. We have an antique home, and the before and after was an amazing transformation of our dining room and entryway. From stripping old...
NVS Affordable Painting
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Reviewed in February 2022
The deck was done quickly and professionally and looks fantastic. The only thing I wished was that an on site measurement and survey was done at the time we booked. In the end, the job was very well done and our next door neighbor hired Hynes to rebuild his deck after he saw the quality of the...
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Top Notch Construct, LLC

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Serving Georgetown, ME and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

"Yes they got the job done quicker than expected, very professionally."

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"The work was fantastic. The owner David was amazing, very nice person. and they explained everything about the project."

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A.G. Construction, LLC

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In business since 2010

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Offers commercial services

"Highly recommend them to anyone and his Dad works with him and they both are great people!"

+27

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Talbot & Son Excavation, LLC

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In business since 2020

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"Kyle was very communicative and efficient, and our project came in under budget."

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In business since 2023

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"Very happy with Seth’s services. He was very informative and prompt. Would definitely hire him again."

New condensate line property piped into existing house sewer to code

Install condensate pump and neutralizer to bring existing boiler upto code.

1 1/2” water mains insulated after we installed them.

+10

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Savoie and Son Excavation

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Serving Georgetown, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"The work was quality and really held up well because the prep work was done right. I could not be more than any happier."

Response time3 days

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Serving Georgetown, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Knowledgeable professional and courteous, He did a fine job."

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G.A. Doughty Construction

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Serving Georgetown, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"Very relieved to find a professional to commit to this project."

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Brickies Masonry Company

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Serving Georgetown, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Zack and his team explained the work and all the steps in the project. Very satisfied with the results. Efficient and good quality."

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Response time2 days

Response rate93%

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Masons Property services

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Serving Georgetown, ME and surrounding areas

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You can turn a red brick white through a process called whitewashing. Whitewash isn’t a stain but rather is made from water and white latex paint. Adding more water to the mix will make the solution look lighter when applied, and adding more paint will make it look more white.

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.

Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.

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