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Avatar for Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC
Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC
4.9(
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nicolas and team are fantastic! They created dry stacked natural stone walls across the front of our house and in the back yard. Quality of work is superb. We are so pleased, and will definitely use Nicolas Hardscapes for our next project. Thank you!"
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+171

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Farmers Landscaping and Concrete
4.6(
40
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Not really a "brick, stone or block wall - install" but it's the closest I could get with the list. Ripped out 30+ year old brick island at the front of our subdivision, installed a new concrete version & filled with topsoil. The job came in at or under the price quoted & we are very happy with it. I was very impressed with Adrian in regard to his work ethic, desire to please a customer, knowledge, scheduling & ability to get the work done."
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+304

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Falcone Crawl Space & Structural Repair
Falcone Crawl Space & Structural Repair
4.6(
685
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+3 more

Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"I can't believe how smoothly this repair went! Everyone at Falcone--the schedulers who arranged our estimate visit and the repair work, the foundation experts who repaired the porch, the finance people who explained the estimate and our final bill--every single one of them was helpful, prompt, courteous, and great at their jobs. The county inspector who reviewed the porch repair even made a point of telling us what high quality work the Falcone people had done for us! I would definitely call them again! If you're interested in our specific details, this repair was crucial to maintaining our house's structural integrity; since the screened-in porch is attached to the house, if it went down the hill, so would the back wall of the house! The foundation had cracked away from the main house and the slab was cracked and sliding apart at different angles. The men from Falcone excavated, cleaned, and prepped the job site, including washing the bottom section of the slab to promote bonding when the new concrete was poured. Then they poured a porch perimeter slab wall under the slab to stabilize the foundation. In addition, they installed a backer rod and applied concrete sealant to re-connect the porch foundation to house and prevent additional damage."
Band Replacement
Pier Installation
Vapor Barrier
Drop Girger and Pier Installation
Interior French Drain

+171

Response time1 day
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Ramos Concrete, LLC
4.8(
31
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had an excellent experience with Ramos Concrete. They were responsive, affordable, and did great work. We already have more projects with them planned for the future. I highly recommend their services."
Concrete patio
Concrete patio
Concrete foundation
Concrete foundation
Concrete sidewalk

+7

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stone & Lawn Care LLC
4.9(
34
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had Javier and the guys repair our dry stack stone front stoop. They had to disassemble part of it, re-fill/re-pack the base, and put it back together again. They did a great job compensating for settling and movement of the existing stones. I think it's better now than it was when it was newly built. Very happy with the results."
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Stone and Lawn Portfolio

+35

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Classic Contours Landscaping Co.
4.7(
20
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This project turned out so much better than I have ever expected. Chris (the owner) early on said I treat every project as it was my own home. It turned out beautiful."
Stone Hardscape
Water Feature
Sod Install
Grading / Prep Work
Outdoor Grill/Paver Patio

+3

Response time3 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

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.

Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.

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.

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