At Your Chimney Doctor, we believe your home deserves expert care, honest guidance, and work done right the first time. Our company was built by two brothers, one a proud military veteran, who share a commitment to integrity, reliability, and service.\n\nWe provide professional chimney and fireplace services including inspections, cleanings, repairs, chimney liners, masonry restoration, waterproofing, and fireplace solutions. Whether you need routine maintenance or a repair, we take the time to explain your options clearly and recommend only what your home truly needs.\n\nSafety, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. We respect your home, communicate clearly, and stand behind our work. Our goal is to earn your trust and become the chimney professionals you confidently call year after year.
Chimney cleanings and repairs, all things masonry, handyman services.\n\nWe are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
Specializing in the artful integration of natural stone, plantsmanship, and design. We create distinctive landscapes that embody balance, restraint, and timelessness elegance. \n\nFrom expertly laid dry stone retaining walls, elegant patios, and sculpted pathways, to low-maintenance rock gardens and curated plantings that accentuate every season, we unite creativity with precision to achieve enduring beauty and quality. Each project is a unique expression shaped by our commitment to craftsmanship and harmonious design, transforming ordinary spaces into Resonant Landscapes.
Wisdom Landscape is a small local business specializing in landscape remodeling. I have 7 years of experience in landscape installation, maintenance, and turf related work. From stone walls to planting a perfect arrangement Wisdom Landscape can help you add the wow factor that takes your home to the next level.
With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and high-quality work. Our expertise in the trade ensures that we deliver exceptional results, and we are committed to keeping you well-informed throughout your project. We look forward to the opportunity to earn your business and trust!
At Tree Pirates, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Shamrock Chimney provided an estimate for our Chimney to Pointed and also to insert a Liner. They quoted a fair price and I agreed to have the work done the same day. That day, I reviewed the work and felt more masonry work was still required. They came out the next day again, and they did additional repair work to Point the Chimney. Overall they did what I wanted at a fair price. My roof was affected during the work, but they helped cover the cost for repairs. Since my roof was brand new, this was required."
Looking for reliable plumbing services in the Portland, Lewiston, and Auburn areas? Look no further than SWB Plumbing/HVAC. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch plumbing solutions for your home projects. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we are the go-to choice for homeowners seeking professional assistance. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs!
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\nWe accept cash or check.
High End Residential Foundation Contractor serving Central Maine. Always ready to take on new customers looking to start a project! Give KP Concrete a call today!
Drilling into brick doesn’t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it’s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall’s structural integrity. Applying too much force can crack or chip the brick, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength.
Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it’s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case—and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case.
No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.
On average, a quality exterior brick stain can last between 10 and 20 years, and sometimes even longer. While it will look its best for a minimum of three to five years, its total lifespan depends on several factors. These include the quality and type of stain used, the condition of the brick, and the thoroughness of the surface preparation, such as proper cleaning. Following the manufacturer's application instructions and applying a sealant as a final step is also crucial. The stain's longevity can be affected by your location, climate, and the brick's exposure to harsh weather, high traffic, and other elements. Over time, the stain may begin to fade or look dingy due to weathering, erosion, dirt, and debris. Compared to paint, brick stain generally has a longer lifespan.
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.
The Newcastle, ME homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
