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Avatar for Maine Coast Masonry
Maine Coast Masonry
3.9(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wowza. That's what sums up my experience with Marc Michaud of Maine Coast Masonry. From start to finish, Marc was the consummate professional as well as just an overall super genuine person. I had Marc completely rebuild two entranceways to my home, as the stairs were extremely outdated. He took out the old concrete slabs and replaced them with beautiful stonework. One of the things I like best about Marc is that he's an authentic mason. Marc does things old school. He comes from a long line of masons and knows how do construct and fabricate using methodologies that work and last. I'm already looking at additional projects I want to hire him to do! He's that good."
Patio in Rye NH
Patio in Rye NH
Patio in Rye NH
Patio in Rye NH
Response time2 days
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Chris Miller Brick Paver Installer
4.9(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair+1 more

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are extremely happy with the job Chris and co. did in replacing our old concrete walkway with bricks. They worked neatly and efficiently and Chris helped us see our vision clearly. He’s a great guy, and has very fair pricing. We hope to use him on a project in the future. Deb D Bedford"
Response time12 hrs
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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JD Stoneworks
5.0(
8
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This business showed up when they promised and completed all the projects in a timely manner, also in a kind, respectful and friendly way and with precision! They executed each project the right way. I have received many compliments on the beautiful stone work J& D Stoneworks built here!"
Dracut Patio finished product.
Dracut Patio
Dracut patio.
Dracut patio.
Quince columns.

+69

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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E&J Hardscaping & Landscaping Inc
5.0(
17
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality workmanship with professionalism and respect on every project. Specializing in all phases of commercial and residential hardscaping and landscaping?including patios, retaining walls, walkways, lawn care, and seasonal cleanups?we are dedicated to achieving exceptional results with a focus on precision and durability. Beyond construction, we are committed to supporting and serving our local community. We look forward to bringing your outdoor vision to life.

Fence Installation
Concrete Walkway & Curb
Concrete Walkway & Curb
Fence Installation
Concrete Walkway & Curb

+63

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Apex landcare
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Apex to do some finished carpentry on a basement finish he trimmed all the doors and windows, installed baseboard, installed wainscoting on the wet bar, and trimmed the outside door, I am very happy with the quality of his work, his quote was very reasonable, he was very responsive when I had questions, he showed up when he said he would and he cleaned up after himself, I will definitely use them again, Ken is going to be my go to guy for sure!"
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Existing  sink
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+83

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The cost of masonry work varies widely depending on the type of masonry along with common cost factors like size, complexity, location, and season. Most exterior masonry work done in freezing temperatures tends to cost more because of the preparation and protection involved to keep the masonry from freezing before the mortar cures properly. The average price ranges per project or square foot for different types of masonry include:

  • Brick wall (fence, garden wall, etc.): $10–$45 per square foot

  • Natural stone wall: $40–$110 per square foot

  • Manufactured stone veneer: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Brick home exterior: $10–$30 per square foot

  • Brick siding: $3–$10 per square foot

  • Stone siding: $35–$50 per square foot

  • Brick step replacement: $20–$30 per square foot

  • Brick wall repair: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Chimney repairs: $160–$750 per project

  • Tuckpointing: $5–$25 per square foot

Yes, brick walls often add value to a home. For starters, many people love the look of brick walls, so they can enhance your home's aesthetic appeal and add warmth to your property, especially when it aligns with the rest of your neighborhood's look. They also provide privacy and security, which can further increase the resale value of your home.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

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