"JJ Sousa is my trusted mason for any all indoor/outdoor work. They can do so much more than just masonry as well! Recently they came up with a great design for a 40â granite outdoor staircase and a large outdoor patio with natural earth stones. They also solved a lot of drainage/flooding issues I was having! I highly recommend them for your next job. They go above and beyond for their customers!"
"Very few have the knowhow when masonry stone work is needed. Gary & his team are golden when stone masonry work is required. Masonry is an art that only comes from professionalism, hard work and knowledge of how to use the stones & cement so the end results is a well functioning work of art. Gary & his team are the best! Thank you Gary & team!"
Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems, locally owned and operated, is the leading basement waterproofing, crawl space moisture control, and foundation repair contractor in Vermont, New Hampshire, & Essex and Clinton County NY. We are accredited with the Better Business Bureau and maintain a consistent A+ rating. We offer quality basement & foundation work while providing outstanding service to each and every one of our customers. Basement Waterproofing Sump Pump System Crawl Space Repair Foundation Repair Concrete Leveling and Sealing Mold Problems.
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
Chimney cleanings and repairs, all things masonry, handyman services.\n\nWe are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
Regenerative Gardenworks offers a full range of services to create and maintain beautiful, functional outdoor spaces. Our work includes landscape design and installation, garden creation and maintenance, and custom hardscaping such as patios, pathways, stonework, and walls. We also provide tree work, excavation and grading, pruning, and seasonal services like snow removal. For larger property needs, we handle land clearing, brush hogging, driveway work, pressure washing, and ongoing property maintenance. In addition, we offer a variety of general services such as painting, junk removal, handyman work, cleaning, and moving assistance—making us a reliable, all-in-one partner for your property.
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and specialize in asphalt shingle installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
Thanks for contacting Apex Handyman Home Services. We have been doing this type of work for over 20 years. We are professional in our approach and we always make sure we finish what we start. The next time you need help, call Apex Chimney Repairs to see what we can do for you.
At Your Chimney Doctor, we believe your home deserves expert care, honest guidance, and work done right the first time. Our company was built by two brothers, one a proud military veteran, who share a commitment to integrity, reliability, and service.\n\nWe provide professional chimney and fireplace services including inspections, cleanings, repairs, chimney liners, masonry restoration, waterproofing, and fireplace solutions. Whether you need routine maintenance or a repair, we take the time to explain your options clearly and recommend only what your home truly needs.\n\nSafety, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. We respect your home, communicate clearly, and stand behind our work. Our goal is to earn your trust and become the chimney professionals you confidently call year after year.
"From the beginning Carl and his team were a delight to work with. Everyone I spoke with including the receptionist, Carl, and the men who actually did the work, were friendly, helpful and easy to communicate with. Carl was clearly knowledgeable about masonry and was very helpful in determining what materials would be used. The crew came when they said they would, worked hard while here and built several beautiful stone walls in my yard. They worked very quickly and the whole project took only 2 days. They cleaned up very nicely after the project was completed. I highly recommend them!!"
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.
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.
You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.
Rock salt and ice melts contain sodium chloride, aka salt, and are corrosive to metal and concrete. If used frequently over time, it can cause corrosion, discoloration, chipping, and cracking to patios, walkways, and driveways. You can try a rock salt alternative or hire a professional snow removal company instead.
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.
The Franconia, NH homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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.
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.
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.
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.
