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Q: Does brick increase home value?

• <div><p>Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-most-common-masonry-materials.htm">type of masonry materials</a> used. Homes generally have a higher resale value when they have brick siding, and brick is also easier to maintain (and lasts longer) than other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pros-and-cons-different-house-siding.htm">types of siding</a>, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.</p><p>Just keep in mind, however, that although brick can up the asking price when you sell your house, the cost to brick a house is also more expensive than other typical siding costs&mdash;so you&rsquo;ll invest more in the project.</p></div>

Q: How do I choose a brick paint color?

• <div><p>Choosing the right paint color for your brick house can be a daunting task. A great strategy is to find painted brick houses that you like and try to replicate the look by researching their colors or asking the homeowners for the specific paint color code.</p><p>If you're looking for specific ideas, several colors work well on brick. Different shades of white, such as off-white or cream-white, can create a modern, timeless, and classic look that is unlikely to go out of style. For a more contemporary aesthetic, you might consider a matte black tone. Other popular choices include gray, blue, and sage green.</p></div>

Q: What type of drill is best for brick?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: What kind of bricks do you need for a brick oven?

• <div><p>Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it&rsquo;s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case&mdash;and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case. </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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Excellent attention to detail and communication during project which included excavation alongside exterior wall to remove and replace moisture barrier and stripping interior basement walls and reapplying primer and Drylock. The project also required disassembly and reassembly of wine racks and...
Blue Ridge Tradesman LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
Harrold’s Tree and Land Management provided exceptional tree service! Their team was incredibly fast, tackling our large dead tree in no time. The prices were very reasonable, offering great value for top-notch work. Everyone was friendly and professional, making the entire experience a breeze....
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Reviewed in March 2025
2 Bros provided a competitive quote for my project and executed well. They showed flexibility and were able to accommodate two separate scope increases by addressing a second building and repairing some worn out trim. It was a pleasure to do business with them and heartily recommend them for...
2 Bros Gutter Pros
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Reviewed in July 2024
They did a fantastic job from start to finish! The quality of workmanship was excellent and we are very pleased with the patio and fireplace. I would highly recommend Lyall’s Landscaping for any outdoor project.
Lyalls hardscapes and landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2024
We couldn't be happier with the results from this company! They did a stellar job with our siding installation which took two weeks.The technicians were punctual, friendly, and cleaned up meticulously. Highly recommend their services for anyone looking for quality work!
Ideal Siding Winston-Salem
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Reviewed in May 2024
They shaped up the yard on their 1st visit and did edging too.
next generation lawn care and landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Wooden River Carpentry went above and beyond to rebuild our deck and make sure it was everything we wanted!
Wooden River Carpentry
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Reviewed in February 2023
Nathan and his team did a great job on our deck repair. They will be my first call when I need anything done that is within their area of expertise.
Mountain to sea custom building solutions
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Reviewed in December 2022
Our Handyman was awesome, he gave good information, was thorough, and detail oriented. I will ask for him again.
Handyman Construction
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Reviewed in September 2022
I hired EEI to take a look at cracking in my home's foundation. Jorge Aguas was the engineer that came out to do the structural inspection. Jorge was very professional and extremely knowledgeable about structural design and repair. He thoroughly inspected the foundation, analyzed the data...
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Tar Heel Basement Systems, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across North Carolina. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Tar Heel Basement Systems is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.

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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.

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"Fantastic experience from beginning to end. I'm very happy I went with Joe's company. They are absolute professionals and I could see everyday watching their progress, that they are concerned with quality. Joe had great communication with me throughout the whole process, and they were able to finish on time despite all the rain we were getting. I will definitely hire him again in the future for any masonry."

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"Remodeled my old â officeâ room and made my walk in pantry a dream come true. Will be hiring again for all my upcoming home remodeling!"

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"Thanks Carlos for completing the job. Concrete slab came out excellent and all the clean up and mulch is done very well. Thanks again. Will refer you to my friends as well. For any future projects will contact you. Thanks again"

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the type of masonry materials used. Homes generally have a higher resale value when they have brick siding, and brick is also easier to maintain (and lasts longer) than other types of siding, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.

Just keep in mind, however, that although brick can up the asking price when you sell your house, the cost to brick a house is also more expensive than other typical siding costs—so you’ll invest more in the project.

Choosing the right paint color for your brick house can be a daunting task. A great strategy is to find painted brick houses that you like and try to replicate the look by researching their colors or asking the homeowners for the specific paint color code.

If you're looking for specific ideas, several colors work well on brick. Different shades of white, such as off-white or cream-white, can create a modern, timeless, and classic look that is unlikely to go out of style. For a more contemporary aesthetic, you might consider a matte black tone. Other popular choices include gray, blue, and sage green.

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.

Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it’s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case—and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case.

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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