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>

Are masonry fireboxes better than prefabricated ones?

• <div><p>Handbuilt masonry fireplaces are likely what comes to mind when we think about curling up by the fire at the end of the day. But bricks in the firebox and chimney tend to be heavy, which is not ideal for homes with weak or damaged foundations.</p><p>Prefabricated fireboxes come with a full flue and chimney system, significantly reducing the price and installation time. However, if you need to replace the panels down the line, you are locked into the same model or something very similar.</p></div>

Can I use a regular drill for making pilot holes in brick?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: Are brick houses better insulated?

• <div><p><b>Yes, brick houses are better insulated</b>, because the bricks slow down the passage of air from the outside to the inside and vice-versa. This helps to stabilize the internal temperature of the home. When combined with proper residential insulation, brick houses are more efficient and better insulated than other types.</p></div>

Q: How often should I clean my home’s brick?

• <div><p>You should clean your home&rsquo;s brick once per year. This applies to exterior brick, but also to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-brick-fireplace.htm">cleaning brick fireplaces</a>. Create a homemade cleaning solution with equal parts vinegar and water. Use a soft-bristle brush to scrub the solution into the face of your brick and remove dirt, algae, and stains. Cleaning will protect brick from damage and boost your home&rsquo;s curb appeal.</p></div>

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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...
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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.
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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
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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...
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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. ...
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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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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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The wall and patio are stunning!!!!! Josh and Tim were professional and friendly. The old tie wall was deeper than anticipated and took longer to remove than they had planned. Both men kept digging in sweltering heat.(It was the hottest week of 2013) They were very careful to not...
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