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DeGains Masonry
4.7(
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Serving Ray, 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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Father Paver
5.0(
13
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Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Father Paver did a highly professional and superb job build an in-ground firepit and patio for my yard. They were very meticulous to meet my specifications and expectations and it was a wonderful experience. I would definitely recommend them, and I intend on using them in the new year for follow-on work in other parts of my property."
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Two Tiered Patio
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project

+71

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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The Crack Team
4.9(
33
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Serving Ray, 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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All Brick Design, Inc
3.9(
10
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Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed to replace a long front porch and contacted Alex gave several options and we decided to go with brick pavers. Alex had a number of good suggestions and had sample of brick to choose from. The crew demolished the old porch and built the new paver porch in one day. We arte very happy with the result and would recommend All Brick Design."
Chimney Rebuild
Paver patio installed in Northville, MI.
Porch Rebuild
Seating wall with gas firepit.
Additional Photos

+48

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pisani Contracting
4.8(
93
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Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely excellent service! After noticing that water was coming into my chimney when it rained, I started seeking inspections and estimates to figure out the scope of the problem. Pisani Contracting was the only one that offered a range of work options, rather than only the most drastic and expensive one, and while I did opt in the end to have the chimney rebuilt rather than patched, the offer was much appreciated. Despite the crazy conditions of late 2021, between weather delays due to rain, material shortages, and a packed schedule of work, Greg and his crew managed to fit the repair in and completed it in just two days. The whole team was very professional, and on top of the chimney work, they even touched up a few spots of masonry around the exterior of the house! The final product looks amazing, and it completely fixed the issues I was having. I would recommend Pisani Contracting to anyone looking to get an estimate on work done, and should I need any further repairs at my house, I will give them a call first thing. Just make sure you call from a Michigan number: having moved from out of state, the cell phone I use for most calls does not have a Michigan area code, and every time I called trying to schedule an estimate, the call went to voice mail; it was only when I called from my work number, which does have a Michigan area code, that I was able to get through to set things up. I'm glad I did, though, since I'm extremely pleased with the work done!"
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+12

Response time5 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Austin Brick Pavers LLC
4.3(
58
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Serving Ray, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Austin was prompt in my response for a quote, and was able to start the job earlier than he first estimated, keeping in good touch by email thoughout the process. His team initially did some minor repair work leveling sections of the pavers, and then moved on to powerwashing out all the old built up dirt and moss from our pavers and surrounding landscaping blocks - including blocks in areas of the yard I did not think they were going to do. I was out of town for the work, and when I returned the transformation was amazing to see. Payment not required until the work was completed."
Patio with Wall and Firepit
Grand Outdoor Living Space
Fabulous Before & After
Natural Boulders
Lakeside Entrance

+14

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

You will repoint over a fraction of the old mortar, but you should scrape away 1/2 to 1 inch of mortar from the joints before repointing. Otherwise, the repointing is only masking the weakened mortar instead of actually replacing it, which could put your chimney at risk of bigger, more expensive damages later on.

Europe is a continent made of many individual countries with a history of city life. In these cities, dirt roads were unsanitary and often shifted. The Ancient Romans started laying cobblestone streets in the 3rd century, which became an iconic feature of European cities. The durable and practical paving material proved to be extremely weather-resistant.

It’s called cobblestone because it’s made of stones that are “cobbed” together. A cob is a term that refers to rounded lumps. Originally, cobblestone streets were made from pebbles and stones gathered from riverbeds that had been rounded over time by the passage of water. The term has nothing to do with a cobbler, which is the term for someone who makes and fixes shoes.

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