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Statesville Masonry
4.2(
33
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Statesville masonry gave me a great price for wonderful quality work. The owner ( Joe ) was very helpful and knowledgeable about stamped concrete. Don't waste your time calling other contractors because Statesville Masonry will beat all pricing!! No money down or upfront 10 year warranty Quality work Discounts to offer as well"
3Season room
3Season room
Decks & Porches Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Carpentry - Unfinished Project

+48

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hard Scapes LLC
4.8(
138
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We selected Hardscapes in late July 2020, and they were able to do the work in January 2021. We knew upfront they had a waiting list. They built a 70 feet long retaining wall as the existing one was railroad ties and it was failing. The new wall looks excellent. It took about a week to do, and it was rough work since it had been raining consistently. I also requested them to redo our stairs in the same area. While I should be most impressed with the wall as it is fabulous, I really love the stairs. It was excellent work. The gentlemen working were all very nice and did a great job cleaning up every day. The neighbors even complimented on how thorough they were with clean up. The owner came to the site every day staying as long as was necessary each day managing the project and reviewing work that had been done and tweaking if he thought it was needed. He was also very easy to contact and responsive if he wasn't on site. The owner appears to take pride in his work which is a very positive attribute. While he was here since we were very happy with the end product we also had him quote us on some other possible projects. In short, while there is a decent wait time, it is definitely worth it."
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+54

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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House Outdoor Solutions
5.0(
11
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are craftsman, not pavers. They listen to what a customer is looking for and strive to achieve it. My experience with other providers was to minimize design to get the job done faster. House Outdoor Solutions' work is unique!"
After
Custom Stone Retaining Wall with Steps
After - Installation of Stone Step Treads
Paver Patio Extension
Irregular Patio with Gazebo & Furniture

+73

Response time3 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Falcone Crawl Space & Structural Repair
4.6(
685
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"communication with the staff was pretty lousy. But once work began everything seemed good. My only issue was we were told that an inspector would come out and check work for and remove the building permit of the door, and they would send pictures of the work they did that never happened. We are still having the same problems. Plus the vapor barrier was destroyed and wanted us to pay to replace it. we thought it was new pretty much. Bottom line we never saw the inspector."
Band Replacement
Pier Installation
Vapor Barrier
Drop Girger and Pier Installation
Interior French Drain

+171

Response time1 day
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Foundation Doctor
4.9(
36
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"crawlspace needed structural repairs to my wood framing and piers, an internal french drainage system to stop water intrusion, as well as installation of a 10mil floor liner to help keep moisture levels down. FD was EXTREMELY professional from my initial call and on-site appointment, to the guys doing the installation. I was kept informed throughout the entire process so there were no surprises. I HIGHLY recommend Foundation Doctor for any crawlspace work!"
Foundation Repair Project
Foundation Repair Project
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+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A & A Landesigns
4.3(
24
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Steve & his team did an excellent job updating the front beds with new shrubs & bushes, installing new beds in the backyard with trees & shrubs, and installing patio stone. The quality of the work and materials used was outstanding. Once they started the job, they stayed until everything was completed. Many neighbors stopped by complimenting the work and wanting to know who did it. I definitely recommend A & A Landesigns for any landscaping needs."
Flagstone Patio, Pool, Hottub and Firepit
Flagstone Walkway an Metal Fence
Large Flagstone Path with Natural Curve
Beautiful romantic natural stone walkway.
flagstone patio with lakefront view

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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ACEncio Concrete
4.9(
109
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired ACEncio Concrete for a colored stamped patio. Before the project started they were informative and responsive on the phone. They were helpful in our color selection and up front about pricing. When the project was to begin, a rain storm came through and they rescheduled for the nearest clear day. The day work began they were prompt and got right to work. The job was completed as scheduled, and they came back as needed to finish the concrete work and the yard clean-up. They replaced any damaged sod, and left the yard as clean as they found it. The finished patio is remarkable! The color is beautiful and the workmanship is top notch. I highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Universal Concrete Services
5.0(
15
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Universal Concrete Services was a pleasure to work with. The crew was here on time and ready to work. They reviewed the scope of work with me and kept me informed of the progress throughout the job. The men worked as a team and completed the job without any issues. They cleaned up the worksite area and I was very pleased with both the quality of their work and the cost of the project. I would highly recommend Jeff and his team at Universal Concrete Services."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
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+14

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, but used or reclaimed bricks can be more brittle, cracked, or uneven than new bricks, so they’re harder to cut cleanly by hand. For that reason, you should take extra care when scoring and striking, and expect a higher chance of breakage. If a brick feels especially fragile, score deeper before attempting to split it.

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

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.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

You will repoint over a fraction of the old mortar, but you should scrape away 1/2 to 1 inch of mortar from the joints before repointing. Otherwise, the repointing is only masking the weakened mortar instead of actually replacing it, which could put your chimney at risk of bigger, more expensive damages later on.

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