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Avatar for DeGains Masonry
DeGains Masonry
4.8(
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Brick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I contracted DeGain Masonry to do a paver patio in my back yard. The finished project turned out better than I could have ever expected… very precise and meticulous. Clint was quick to return my calls, started and finished the project when promised and was more than accommodating in every way. I am a particular customer with high expectations of those I hire. That being said, I would highly recommend DeGain Masonry."
Brick veneer
Stone
Masonry Project
Alpina
Stone

+26

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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The Crack Team
4.9(
33
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted The Crack Team for foundation wall crack waterproofing after finding water near our utility lines and basement corner. They arrived on time, answered all my questions, and did clean work. What impressed me most was how respectful and honest the crew was throughout the whole process. The leaking stopped completely and the area looks great now."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Atlantic Coast Waterproofing Inc
4.8(
88
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

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Emergency services offered

"[*** Link removed ***] Since that post, the building inspector has passed they work. As I write they are finishing pouring the gravel and will be pouring the concrete, finishing the job in 3 working days. Just in time for the first thaw! You can see the water coming in to the new drain trench."
Excavating this wall in Troy and prepping it for our liquid membrane.
Perimeter of basement floor has been removed and trenches have been dug to the base of the footing.
Repairing Rod Holes.
All soil that is excavated is laid on boards to make clean up much easier at the end of the job.
Removing the perimeter of the basement floor slab.

+28

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pisani Contracting
4.8(
93
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace - For Business+3 more

Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. Pisani was the lower (40% lower) of two estimates I received from well-rated Angie List providers (the lower pricing may have been a special case because I had a small job which perhaps fit into the early spring weather which may limit the types of jobs masons can commit to). Gregg was easy to talk to and took the time to explain what was needed to do the job right. I was pleased that they schedule the job even earlier than I thought they could when we had temporary break in the rainy colder weather. His people came on time and were very professional and efficient in doing the job. I was very satisfied with the results. Gregg came at the end of the job to make sure I was satisfied and everything had been done right and in accordance with what we had agreed. Would have no hesitation considering to use them in future masonry work."
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Response time5 days
Response rate100%
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

Masonry work tends to be more expensive because the materials can be costly, such as natural stone and brick. Masonry is also very labor intensive, typically making up 50% or more of the final project cost. In addition, quality masonry work requires years of training and experience, as with any skilled trade.

Two types of masonry are veneer masonry and solid masonry. Veneer masonry is thin brick or stone material attached to the face of a building. With veneer masonry, the walls support the weight of the masonry products rather than the masonry being built on a concrete footing. Solid masonry is a wall or other brick or stone structure built on a concrete footing, and the masonry supports itself.

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

A chimney cleaning brick or log can help loosen creosote between professional chimney cleaning appointments. Although they can help keep your chimney cleaner, they are not a substitute for chimney sweeping and are not meant to be used regularly.

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