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Avatar for Northern Basement Systems
Northern Basement Systems
4.6(
21
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - Install+3 more

Serving Holderness, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Northern basements was able to fit us in quickly, pulled our crooked cement wall back in-place and sealed the wall to prevent future leaks.  The work was timely, communication was friendly and detailed, and price was as to be expected for the large amount of work that needed to be done.  We are very pleased with the whole process as well as the results.
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+25

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
J&S Masonry
3.4(
38
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+6 more

Serving Holderness, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

J & S Masonry is a locally owned and operated business. We take pride in every job we do and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. Our reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail are second to none. Call now for a free and fair estimate!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Heritage Home Service
4.5(
461
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Holderness, NH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality work with a short time from when I called to when I had the work done. The repairman did a fine job. Expensive, though. Very expensive. I say that more as an indictment of the high inflationary period we are all suffering through."
Generator Installation
Light Fixture Service
Oultet services
Indoor Outlet Service
HVAC Outdoor Unit

+16

Response time1 day
362 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Your Chimney Doctor
4.9(
16
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Holderness, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joshua did an incredible job rebuilding and repairing our chimney during a major renovation. The work was done carefully, cleanly, and with a clear understanding of both structural integrity and safety. He explained what needed to be done, why it mattered, and made sure everything was done the right way—not rushed. Seeing the finished brickwork framed into the new space gave us a lot of confidence moving forward with the rest of the project. Professional, knowledgeable, and dependable from start to finish. Highly recommend."
Chimney Doctor
Mailbox rebuild
Restack & Rebuild
Garage Rebuild
Full grind & repoint

+8

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HANDY ANDY SPECIALTY SERVICES LLC
4.9(
10
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Holderness, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had them do a cleaning and inspection of my chimney and they found damages to the brickwork and the top of the chimney. They installed a new cap and their cost was so reasonable. All their work is guaranteed as well, which is reassuring. They were clean, efficient and courteous. I would highly recommend Handy Andy and in fact they are doing an estimate for my neighbor to whom I recommended them to."
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
DBA Jory D Bailey
4.8(
13
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Holderness, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jory Bailey did excellent quality work. We are thrilled with the result. Jory does top quality work and is highly respected by those who have used his services. The excavation was completed in a timely manner, with accuracy and precision. The grading and excavation is outstanding. It is a pleasure to work with Jory Bailey. I highly recommend his excavation and grading work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

When painting brick, each application method has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Spraying is significantly faster but may not penetrate deeply beyond the surface layer. Rolling is effective for working paint into the brick's texture but can be less effective on mortar joints. If you opt for a roller, choose a thick nap of at least a half-inch to ensure paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage. Using a brush is generally not recommended as it is very time-consuming and provides poor surface penetration. Ultimately, a combination of spraying followed by back-rolling is often the best strategy for a durable and even finish.

Solid brick structures can last a century or more, potentially 100 to 150 years with proper maintenance like tuckpointing. Without major repairs, classic red bricks may last 20 to 40 years. Brick veneer siding is also a long-lasting material, with a lifespan ranging from 50 to 100 years, provided it is properly installed and maintained. To maintain brick veneer, you should scrub it annually with a special detergent and a soft-bristled broom. It's also important to inspect the bricks and mortar regularly and hire a masonry contractor for any necessary repairs, such as fixing worn mortar or bowing bricks.

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.

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