"Statesville Masonry was great find! The owner is very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. I immediately felt comfortable with him and had the utmost confidence in the work he and his team would do and they did not disappoint! Our patio is beautiful. Statesville Masonry's price was very reasonable as well. Between that, their references from other jobs and their professionalism it was a no brainer. I would absolutely recommend them and use them again in the future for other jobs."
"Adam was absolutely the best to work with. From our initial call until the job was completed, he was always available and always delivered on what he said he would do. Adam was not the cheapest bid we received but after meeting with him and discussing design ideas and the way he would complete the job, my wife and I knew we were getting what we were paying for. Adam after deciding to go with him met us at his brick supplier to walk my wife and I through various option for the patio and two walls. We were impressed with his knowledge and ideas for our space. We originally were going to stay with a similar paver we had but after this visit we went with an entirely different design, and boy are we glad. Adam and team showed up when they said they were going to and was great to work with. Even when we got into the project his team did some regrading that was necessary from a recently completed covered deck add-on, no questions asked!We even ended up adding a long walkway from our driveway back to the patio mid-project and Adam couldn’t have been more accommodating and again his eye for the design and look was slot on, it finishes it off! His crew is about as meticulous as I have ever seen. They made sure everything was sloped properly from house and was level in building both our sitting wall and our high wall. Hardscapes LLC and Adam is the only option when it comes to your hardscape needs. Great to work with a professional who meets no exceeds his commitments!"
"The crew did an amazing job. the scope of the project was immense. we had a 150 ft driveway that was old concrete replaced with pavers and it was widened by 2ft on each side. it also had a turn around put at the end by the garage. they completely redid our entire yard front and back close to 3/4 of an acre. they put in an entire drainage system with catch drains as the house sat at the bottom of a small hill and all the water all ran under the house. the put in a three level front yard with a stone slab walk away. a very large brick mail box and a brick outdoor grill. completely redid the pool deck with pavers put down gas lines for the he grill the water heater. for the pool and jacuzzi. as well as to the den fireplace to convert it to gas if/when we wanted to. had a water float line put in the pool to maintain water level. they were always on time, professional and clean up was done daily. they said it was gonna take 6 or seven weeks and it took 9. Only because we kept adding things on not in the contract. they never balked or complained about it. and we're always friendly (except the owner Stephen) JUST KIDDING. I HIGHLY recommend them for any job large or small. you just may have to wait a little as they're in demand and the proof is in the exceptional work done."
"I had a fairly simple repair but a tight window for the appointment. Custom Bricks came through in the clutch! They did a thorough check of the full area, touched up a couple spots I hadnâ t noticed, and were polite and friendly. All with the expediency I really needed and a fair price. Great job, fellas!"
"We were very happy happy with the service we received from from DeMilo Brothers. Our project would have been considered small -- our sidewalk had sunk and turned into a lake every time it rained. Bobby DeMilo and his crew treated us as professionally and politely as if we had been a major project. I was so tired of mud I wanted to cover the entire area between the sidewalk and the house with concrete but Bobby insisted on more thought than that. He sloped and shaped the sidewalk for optimum drainage; left room by the house for landscaping and helped me with ways to make the area look attractive. We will definitely use DeMilo Brothers again for any other concrete or masonry work. Thank you again or being so helpful Bobby! You knew better than I did what I wanted"
H.C. Barrett & Associates, Inc. is a full service general contractor dedicated to building lasting relationships by providing clients with a comprehensive and professional source for construction services. We have been the single source for our clients' construction needs since 1983. \n\nWe have designed a unique process to construct buildings that allows us to function much like a top rate film studio. In fact, we like to think of ourselves as executive producers in a project that stars you. Just like a winning Hollywood Producer, we assemble the most talented and best suited team for the production you want - whether it's a commercial building for your business or a dream home for your family.\n\nWhen you work with us your project becomes a complete delegation to us and our team of experts. We transform your fears about the project into very focused thought, action, and communication, turning weaknesses into strengths and obstacles into opportunities for Innovation and Breakthroughs.
"They waterproofed my foundation wall, installed a French drain, installed underground drains for my downspouts , cleaned out my Crawlspace and installed a vapor barrier and dehumidifier. Excellent work on all of it! I highly recommend Dani and his crew."
No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.
Whether you’re installing brick siding over a traditionally-framed home or you’re using genuine brick construction to build, the biggest downside of a brick house is the higher cost you’ll pay for the materials and labor. Real brick construction also means your home build will take longer, as it’s more time-consuming to construct brick walls than it is to frame out your home.
Brick and stone are durable, low-maintenance materials that offer excellent insulation, aesthetic appeal, and can increase property value.
Stone houses used to be much more practical, but with the advent of stronger and cheaper materials like concrete, they aren’t seen as much anymore. There are some parts of the world where it makes sense to build with stone, and they are usually next to a stone quarry. Stone is, however, very weather-resistant, which is why many homes near the sea and on mountains are still built with local stone.
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.
The Stallings, NC homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
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.