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Q: 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&rsquo;s not the best tool for brick. Instead, you&rsquo;ll need a heavy-duty power tool like a hammer drill with a carbide tip bit.</p></div>

Q: Is masonry more expensive than concrete?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Should I drill into the brick or the mortar joints?

• <div><p>You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick&mdash;something that&rsquo;s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it&rsquo;s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-anchors-for-brick.htm">brick anchoring</a>, you'll need to check the manufacturer&rsquo;s recommendations and adjust accordingly.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth sealing brickwork?

• <div><p>Most of the time, you don&rsquo;t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.</p></div>

Q: Can I reuse a brick after cutting it by hand?

• <div><p>Yes, as long as the cut is clean and the brick remains structurally sound, you can reuse it. Reusing brick is especially common for landscaping, edging, and small masonry repairs. Just make sure to file down any sharp edges before handling or installing it.</p></div>

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Last update on December 30, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Samuel worked fast and efficiently to get our water pipes repaired when we had a leak. He went above and beyond to get the repairs done.
Collective Enterprise
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Reviewed in February 2025
1st off Dylan was the only one who responded and quoted me. Still waiting for a quote from the others, it’s been months. Dylan came out and actually heard our wants and needs. Dylan and his crew came out and delt with a lot of mud, as our home was a newer build. They were able to get it done...
EUREKA MO DECKS LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
They did a great job with my grill and Iâ ll be a repeat customer.
GAS GURUS LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Tom was fantastic to work with. Responded immediately when I had questions. As soon as product was in they were out there to install. Very happy with the work and amazing customer service. We will be using them for future jobs.
Dynamic Outdoor Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2024
Very quick to response to service and fis the problem highly recommended
Precision Camera Inspection & Drain Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Great job. Jason, Darryl and Shelby were excellent. Outstanding workmanship. No detail too small. Fair price. Recommend highly.
Patriot Contracting
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very Fast Turnaround from Contact to Completion. Will definitely Be calling Them When I need Their services again. I highly Recommend them if you are needing Any Tree Services Done. AAAAA+++
Route 66 Tree Services
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Reviewed in April 2022
Nick was super helpful. His knowledge and service was impeccable, especially for the price. Would ð ¯ recommend him for any and all of your lawn needs.
Nicholas Morgan Lawn Care
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Reviewed in February 2022
Very conscientious of our time. Great communication! Cleaned up everything!
Leafs Out Gutter Protection
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Reviewed in November 2021
My bathroom was old and ugly! Michael’s bath did an amazing job and my bathtub and shower is so beautiful and I am so happy!!!! The quality of the product is amazing and the customer service was a breath of fresh air! Michael and Mark thank you so much for a job well done!!! I would recommend...
Michael's Baths & Showers LLC
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