What do I look for when buying a brick house?

• <div><p>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.</p><ul><li><p><b>Lintels:</b> Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion</p></li><li><p><b>Mortar:</b> 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.</p></li><li><p><b>Walls:</b> 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.</p></li><li><p><b>Cracks:</b> If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What are the disadvantages of stone houses?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/questions-ask-masonry-contractor.htm"> questions to ask a masonry contractor</a> is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material. </p></div>

Q: Do chimney cleaning bricks work?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-creosote-sweeping-logs-really-work.htm">chimney cleaning brick or log</a> 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.</p></div>

Q: How do you get soot off chimney bricks?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.</p></div>

Q: Does a brick fence add value to a home?

• <div><p>Yes, brick walls often add value to a home. For starters, many people love the look of brick walls, so they can enhance your home's aesthetic appeal and add warmth to your property, especially when it aligns with the rest of your neighborhood's look. They also provide privacy and security, which can further increase the resale value of your home.</p></div>

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Showed up on agreed upon time, Delivered gravel and graded for new carport Honest and dependable. Will hire for future projects
Krupinski & Sons LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
I hired a contractor to remove bushes and stumps I had. He left huge tracks in my gravel drive way and yard. He also left a mess of the shrubs. Sumpter Excavations came out and regraded my yard and mad it flat again. He also redid my gravel driveway! 10/10 would definitely recommend. I wish I...
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Reviewed in March 2019
We initially contacted Midwest for a bid to replace our asphalt driveway and concrete porch/sidewalk. Their response was quick and while walking over the area we discussed some plans we had that went beyond just concrete work. Tom offered some suggestions that made sense and let us know that he...
Midwest Concrete & Const Inc
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Reviewed in December 2018
Andrew was very prompt and professional. He was able to spread gravel on our driveway at a very specific depth instead of just dumping it out by raising the bed.
Andrew's Asphalt Maintenance, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
We hired WB Paving to install our driveway. We went from gravel to asphalt in just one day. They were very professional and understood exactly what we wanted. We are extremely happy with the results and will work with them again in the future. Melanie
WB Paving & Sealcoating, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
I hired them to install over a mile of wire mesh fencing with electric at the top and bottom. They were extremely knowledgeable, skilled,and prompt. Our farm looks fantastic and our animals are now safely secured. They went above and beyond to find the highest quality materials at the lowest...
Crocker Fence Co.
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Reviewed in August 2017
Ben and his crew just finished our project. Our gravel driveway is downhill. During heavy rains, water would collect at the base and pool on the concrete pad in front of the garage. They did the necessary grading to direct the water flow on both sides of the garage to eliminate the problem. ...
Kulick Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2015
Doug Stallman is the owner of Outdoor Wall & Patio. My wife and I are very pleased with his work. He built a 20 foot diameter round patio on a sloping hill behind our home with higher end Belgard Mega Lafitt pavers. It has a 45 foot long and 4 foot wide walkway from our back deck sloping down to...
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Reviewed in June 2014
I went into the store on a Saturday when no managers or jewelers were on site. My thoughts were that I could get a feel for what the quality of their products were and also just to mention that I need to get a business card for the owner or jeweler. The reason I needed services subsequently is...
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Reviewed in May 2014
A crew arrived on the scheduled date and time. Heavy equipment was used to remove dirt and expose the foundation for evaluation. Exploratory excavation revealed that the foundation was resting directly on bedrock, thus rendering pier installation moot. They thoroughl cleaded the exposed...
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