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Q: What cleans creosote from brick?

• <div><p>The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between stone veneer and real stone?

• <div><p>Real stone is exactly what it sounds like: It&rsquo;s real stone sourced from the earth without additives. It is durable and unique, but it&rsquo;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&rsquo;s more affordable and easier to work with, it&rsquo;s less durable and may appear manufactured to the trained eye.</p></div>

Q: How often does brick need to be repointed and how long does it last?

• <div><p>Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.</p></div>

Q: Where can I buy bricks?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;ll find bricks at your local home improvement stores as well, though they won&rsquo;t have as much of a variety to choose from. As for antique bricks, secondary selling websites like eBay can be a great resource.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth keeping old bricks?

• <div><p>If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they&rsquo;ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You&rsquo;d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won&rsquo;t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.</p></div>

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They did an excellent job clearing the land. I explained what I wanted, and they went above and beyond. I would highly recommend.
Dobbs & Sons Earthwurx
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Reviewed in January 2025
Ben and his team did a perfect job. We gave them a picture of two decks that we wanted built on our house and the result was exactly as picture. Great job and very kind person to work with.
House Busters
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Reviewed in July 2024
Jacob Hayse came out and was super friendly. He was honest and gave us a fair price on the work we needed done to our roof! If we need anymore work done on the roof again we will definitely be using this company!
J & H Roofing Co
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Reviewed in July 2023
have not got landscaper in yet waiting for dirt work to be done by another company. will definitely use Branch Out
Branch Out Landscaping & Lawncare
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Reviewed in May 2023
Great work and price. Glad I used this business for my remodel!
H2 Home Repair and Renovations, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Exactly as scheduled. My yard had not been mowed in 5 weeks and was very deep. Had to pay extra for this but scheduled to be on a regular rotation with a set fee. I had had someone hired previously for 3 weeks and they kept not showing up. Richard is honest and punctual and thorough. Work was...
Clean Cut Lawn LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
Remodel was great and on time!!!
Rodabough Renovation & Repair LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
Jay Cotton and crew did an awesome job. They cut, removed and cleaned up debris from a hickory tree that was too close to my daughters house. While there they removed the trunk and roots from a fallen tree caused by a storm. At my house removed 4 huge limbs from my 50 yr old oak tree that...
Angry Beavers Tree Service Company, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
I would recommend this business highly
Wiring Mounting Gurus
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Reviewed in November 2021
Quiet and efficient. Removed and replaced soft deck boards. Small deck, 12x8 of a townhouse. Would highly recommend.
NJR Construction, LLC
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Davis Painting and Home Repair

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Serving Hamilton, MS and surrounding areas

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"The Davis family is great. They will do whatever needed to get the job done."

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"Knew how to handle the problem."

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"Brandon and Matt did a fantastic job repairing and leveling several cracks in the sidewalk in front of my business. They were prompt, professional, and thorough. I couldn?t be more pleased. I highly recommend Groundworks and would definitely use them again."

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"The Redeemers Group construction team was on time, pleasant, worked hard, and completed the project a day earlier than promised. The Foundation repair was well done. The encapsulation made the crawl space clean, dehumidified, and safe. We were impressed by the company's professionalism and attention to detail."

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"It's great. Michael the owner, always done a good work."

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"Mr. Corbin was not only a phenomenal welder for my project, but also punctual, communicative, fairly priced, and above all, a truly good man."

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Serving Hamilton, MS and surrounding areas

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"They did a good job. I have an electric fireplace."

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Jarmon and Son's Construction

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Serving Hamilton, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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"These gentlemen were very professional, informative, and very cooperative. When they discovered more damage to my roof, they inquired me before proceeding. They are still my go to contractors for my homes in MS while living out of state.
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Boles Concrete Finisher

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Serving Hamilton, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Boles Concrete Finisher is a family owned and operated business whose mission is to provide service that brings back the personal touch and specializes in building customer relationships that last a lifetime. Owner Kendrick Boles has over 15 years of experience in the greater Oxford area pouring concrete for high quality patio and house slabs, driveways, sidewalks and walkways and he knows what it takes to get the job done right! As a longtime member of the Taylor community we feel invested in our work and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Contact us for a free estimate today!

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"Larry’s Grading Solutions did an exceptional job clearing my woods. The work was meticulous and detailed. The price was most competitive. Larry and his crew are some of the kindest people you’ll ever meet."

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.

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.

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

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.

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

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