"JR Masonry did an excellent job. The masonry was pointed correctly and I highly them for your masonry concerns. Whether new construction or repair services, they will do it right."
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
We are ICPI Certified Installers of interlocking pavers. We create patios, sidewalks, driveways, outdoor kitchens, firepits, and garden ponds. This process will turn your home into a work of art. If you can imagine it, we can build it. Free consultations, satisfaction guaranteed.
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\nWe offer top of the line beautiful landscape lighting. This is more practical and affordable than you might realize. Whether you are desiring to light up the house or just need paths to the barn or pool made visible at night, we have the style at a practical price. All equipment is made right here in America.
Groundworks is the North America's leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider. Groundworks is a vertically integrated company with its own manufacturing operations and a world-class software solution, allowing us to serve our customers more effectively. From the first phone call to the annual maintenance offered, our customers have peace of mind knowing we're there with one mission to repair, protect and improve their home. For state licenses visit Groundworks.com/licensing
The Remodeling Company is your trusted partner for all of your roofing and home's exterior maintenance needs. We specialize in roof replacement & repair and home exterior services, including siding, decking, gutters, painting, and crawlspace encapsulation. Don't put off a repair or replacement service!
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\nOver 20 years of experience in the home remodeling industry.
Family own, over 15 years experience. We are serving you and treating you like FAMILY. We do from small to large jobs. Our goal is to give you what you ask and 110% more.
Golden Touch Concrete is built on excellence in every aspect of our work. We operate with integrity, fairness, and honesty, taking full responsibility for the quality of every project we deliver. What sets us apart is the superior craftsmanship and service we provide our customers. With 40 years, as of June 2026, of hands-on experience and deep industry knowledge, we bring skill, precision, and professionalism to every job. Above all, we put our customers first, protecting their interests and making their needs the foundation of everything we do.\n\n\n\n
Committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with our ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all our client's unique needs. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.
Cobblestone is not a type of rock but a term for a mosaic or rock laid down as a surface. It used to be made from the closest available stone but now can be made from nearly any hard rock, as machining has made shaping the stone much easier and cheaper.
A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:
Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings
They provide excellent heat retention and durability and add a classic aesthetic to a home.
Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.
The Lillington, NC homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Find out the average brick or stone fireplace installation cost in Raleigh, NC. Learn what you can expect to pay for materials, labor, and local masonry work.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.