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Prestige Landscape & Design LLC
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"Ben and company did a great job in a very short period of time. New retaining walls south and west, with a beautiful privacy fence. The detail of the support system will ensure our little hill will not roll down hill for many decades to come! Thanks, Ben!"
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Landscaping Project
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+73

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Brothers & Bricks, LLC
5.0(
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Brick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Brothers and Bricks to help our 1925 (unreinforced) college foundation that was bowing in approximately 4-inches. They came out for an estimate and talked through the potential repair options. The quote was very thorough and we understood exactly what we were getting. The crew was professional, and our house was left very clean after the work was complete."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dry Basements Plus, LLC
4.7(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"The representative was honest with respect to their ability to satisfy my needs. The project was not in their "wheelhouse" and they were open about what they could and could not do."
Waterproofing
Waterproofing
Waterproofing
Waterproofing
Perimeter Drainage System

+55

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
92 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HomeSpec BasementFix
4.4(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+3 more

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

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"It went great, from the pitch to completion. I appreciated the pressure free quote and John D and his crew who did the work were great. They worked hard from the moment they got here at 8am until they left at 5pm. They kept me involved in the process, saw some potential issues and made a recommendation to solve it, went with that recommendation and couldn't be happier with the result. Even down to the cleanup after, exceeded my expectations."
Ann Arbor home waterproofing and foundation repair.
Sump Pump, Dehumidifier, Drainage System, and Vapor Barrier
Before & After Encapsulation
Concrete Leveling & Repair
Egress window & carbon fiber straps.

+29

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Coomes Landscape Services
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair+1 more

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My new retaining wall is great. The work was done smoothly, efficiently and in a timely manner. Chris does what he says he is going to do and does it well."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You may not need a hammer drill if you’re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often.

To stain brick, you should use a product specifically formulated for brick, concrete, or other masonry surfaces. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it. This is different from paint, which sits on the surface and is prone to peeling, flaking, and trapping moisture that can cause damage. Water-based brick stains are often recommended because they are easy to apply, even for DIYers, and they allow the brick to breathe. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere properly and can lead to future maintenance problems.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it’s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.

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