"I hired Luke to fill windows wells that we wanted to eliminate. He was thorough in explaining the process to me and was even able to give me a bid using pictures I had sent him (due to COVID-19 we were/are trying to reduce exposure). So many of our home projects that we have tackled with contractors have had some sort of issue (joys of a fixer upper). However, this project went off without a hitch. Luke and his crew were professional, courteous and efficient. Our basement walls look flawless! I will 100% use Severson Masonry again and refer him to others. Thank you for being awesome!!"
"Robert has consistently provided exceptional service. I first hired him because he was the only one who quickly recognized the unique bricks needed for the repair I requested, and he did such an amazing job with the repair that we did not paint over his work (which makes this the only unpainted brickwork in our home's exterior). I subsequently hired him to repair the exposed areas of our limestone foundation, which had decayed considerably over the decades. Again, he did a great job. After doing this, he suggested some maintenance to my exterior which I would not have even noticed. I waited a year before having him do it, but now realize how much work needed to be done and appreciate his service. I am fairly meticulous and reluctant to endorse somebody, but I would strongly recommend Robert for masonry work. In addition to his exceptional service, he is a really good guy! "
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"Our project was actually a crawlspace encapsulation. We have a lake cabin that was built in the 1960's. It had a dirt floor in the crawlspace with bare block masonry foundation walls. It also had old, damp batt insulation that was falling down from the joist spaces. American Waterworks came in, removed the old insulation (a nasty job!), laid down a 2 layer moisture barrier system and spray foamed the foundation walls and rim joist area. I can't believe what a difference this has made to our air quality, much warmer floors. We used to have to wipe down the windows every morning during the winter because of condensation. Not any more! I would highly recommend this company if you have the same needs!!"
"I had a second masonry company out several days after Aurora finished, for a non-related issue. I asked them, as a professional in the industry, what they thought of Aurora's work. He told me that the surface finish was top-notch, and seemed like a really professional job. He did say that Aurora probably should have added an expansion joint where the poured concrete abuts existing brickwork to allow for any shifting over time, but that it probably wouldn't cause any issues.
This is the only reason for the B grade on Quality instead of A's across the board. Otherwise, a really well done job. Several days later, the seal-coat crew came out and did the asphalt work. It's only been a few days, but the work seems very much up to par with seal-coating I've had done through other firms in the past. Friendly crews. All materials were cleaned and the area was marked off to prevent us driving into the area. Both crews arrived when the scheduler said they would, and finished in a timely fashion."
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.
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.
Real stone is exactly what it sounds like: It’s real stone sourced from the earth without additives. It is durable and unique, but it’s difficult to work with because of its weight, challenge in sourcing, and high cost. Stone veneer mimics the look of real stone but is actually engineered with a mixture of Portland cement, natural minerals, and a colorant. While it’s more affordable and easier to work with, it’s less durable and may appear manufactured to the trained eye.
You can use a regular drill to make pilot holes for gutter brackets in the wooden fascia board around the top of your house, but it’s not the best tool for brick. Instead, you’ll need a heavy-duty power tool like a hammer drill with a carbide tip bit.
It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.
The Watertown, MN homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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