"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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We are a locally owned and operated Concrete & Masonry company committed to delivering quality craftsmanship and dependable service on every project. With over 10 years of hands-on experience in the trade, we specialize in both residential and light commercial concrete work.\n\nOur services include concrete flatwork, driveways, sidewalks, patios, curbs, aprons, slabs, masonry work, repairs, and custom projects. We focus on precision, durability, and clean finishes that stand the test of time.\n\nAs a small local company, we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients through honest pricing, clear communication, and professional results. Whether the project is large or small, we provide free estimates and work closely with our customers to ensure expectations are exceeded.\n\nQuality work. Fair pricing. Local service you can trust.
We went into business with a primary goal, to provide professional landscaping, concrete, excavation, material transport/dumpsters + more services that can meet anyone's budget. Today we still strive to meet our original primary goal, so much so that we are willing to work with you on pricing to beat any potential other bids.\n\nWe pride ourselves on great customer service and truly are willing to work with any customer to try to come up with a plan that meets both their needs and budget. We service clients all through out the Twin Cities as well as the surrounding suburbs. \nCall/text/email us today to get started, estimates are Free!\n\nKeep in mind, we do have a project minimum of $6,000. If your project fits this criteria we would love to help!
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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!!"
Yes, an outdoor fireplace should use fire bricks. Fire bricks are specially designed to withstand high levels of heat and thus won’t crack as easily as regular bricks when exposed to the intense heat inside a fireplace.
In most cases, painting your brick house is a fine idea that can open up new aesthetic possibilities. However, the paint can slightly shorten the life span of brick, especially if moisture gets trapped underneath the paint layer. Once you paint, you’ll have to keep up with maintenance to avoid flaking and blisters.
A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.
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.
You can purchase from many brick manufacturers and distributors via their websites, where you can also get estimates based on the quantity you need. You’ll find bricks at your local home improvement stores as well, though they won’t have as much of a variety to choose from. As for antique bricks, secondary selling websites like eBay can be a great resource.
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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