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Avatar for Quality Brick and Stone Restoration, LLC
Quality Brick and Stone Restoration, LLC
4.9(
48
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+1 more

Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner Robert worked with us to design the patio, listened to our concerns and made modifications along the way. The crew, led by Angel, worked very hard and were very professional. The patio turns out really beautiful. Robert sticks to the original estimate although we changed the straight line to a curved line in some areas. We added a lot more sitting benches which were quoted by length and was honored. A couple of extra natural stone pieces were added at the end, which added "character" to the patio (although unplanned), and I appreciate the creativity."
Front facade brick and stonework
Front facade brick and stonework
Brick and stonework by pool
Stone Gates
On the job repairing brick and stone.

+11

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Holt Masonry Brick, Stone & Slate
4.4(
46
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mr. Holt was very responsive and his work patching the crack in my home’s brick siding exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend Holt Masonry for any brick-related work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC
4.9(
451
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+2 more

Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nicolas has done lots of stonework for us, including retainer walls, walkways, a beautiful stone patio with a gas fire pit and landscape lighting along the walls and seating area. He and his crew always arrived on the job early and ready to work. Nicolas was always here to work along with his crew and to oversee the job. He is a man of his word and makes sure that you are happy with the work. We recently had a bad storm to knock out several of our landscape lights, so I reached out to Nicolas and he made time to come out and check things out. After a few weeks, he came and replaced the bulbs that were damaged. We always know that he is just a text or phone call away and doesn’t hesitate to continue providing his best service to us."
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+171

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Lemonade Landscaping
Lemonade Landscaping
5.0(
41
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+2 more

Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They were everything we wanted and more. Job done quickly and beautifully. Highly recommend Alan to anyone needing landscaping done. He has already got another job from our neighbors and I expect more will be asking for his card."
From Rot to Rock: Custom Concrete Pavers Step Transformation
Before & after cleaning the pond
Retaining wall from back side
Driveway Defender: Retaining Wall Install
Courtyard grading and landscape

+159

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
4.7(
130
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Carrboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance provides professional services for any lawn need. They have redone our irrigation system, built a new deck, constructed walkways, maintained our lawn weekly, and seeded lawn annually. Every item has been completed with professionalism and attention to detail. We highly recommend this company for any landscaping or lawn maintenance needs."
BEFORE: boring, small patio.
AFTER: larger, raised, rounded, beautiful patio.
BEFORE: boring, crowded, builder's special patio...
AFTER patio, seat wall, and retaining wall.
Fresh sod with newly landscaped natural area and pine straw.

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

For most brick cleaning jobs, including fireplace bricks, use a masonry sponge and a gentle cleaner. A simple solution of equal parts water and vinegar, or a few drops of dish soap in a bowl of water, can effectively remove grime. For tougher stains, you can use a dedicated masonry or fireplace cleaner. It is crucial to wet the bricks thoroughly with water before applying any cleaning solution to prevent the brick from absorbing it, and to rinse the surface completely afterward. Harsher cleaners containing bleach or ammonia should only be used as a last resort, and they should never be mixed together.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

Fireclay is a type of clay but it is a type of clay that, because of its chemical composition, can be fired at a much higher temperature than other clays. This results in a denser and more heat-resistant final material. Because of the high percentage of a mineral called kaolin, fireclay sinks are smoother and more durable than other clay types.

Drilling into brick doesn’t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it’s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall’s structural integrity. Applying too much force can crack or chip the brick, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength. 

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