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KMJ Masonry
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin upgraded the brick steps of my South Philadelphia rowhouse by installing bluestone treads and landings. He did a terrific job using quality materials and tools, thoroughly cleaned up afterwards, was reliable and communicative, and charged a reasonable price for a challenging job. I highly recommend KMJ Masonry and would not hesitate to call on them again."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M M LANDSCAPING & HARDSCAPING LLC
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Malecas and his crew are professional, prompt response, very easy to work with. I delayed my project one year and when contacting Malecas a year later, he treated me like it was the first time I asked him for the estimates. The crew completed the work earlier than what we expected. They cleaned up the space around the pavers, leveled our uneven backyard and neatly stacked our old bricks, when they don't need to do it. Work is superb, love our new patio - will definitely use them again for our next project!"
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project

+85

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Sun Viking Land Designs, LLC
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Derek Starts responded quickly to our initial email inquiry for a quote on a stone patio for our home. Afterward, he visited our home,
assessed our desired plan, and provided a competitive and reasonable estimate to construct a paving stone patio for us.
Derek and his crew dealt with extremely difficult weather conditions (high humidity and 93-95?) while digging the foundation and
constructing the patio. But even under these circumstances all were well-trained and professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and accommodating to modest changes to the plan. The crew was also exceptionally neat during construction, and cleaned up the site daily.
The patio was finished within two days, and is exceptionally well-built and attractive.
Lastly, Derek and his crew laid sod around the perimeter of the patio, and provided us with specific instructions as to appropriate care and maintenance of the grass.
The grass is currently thriving, and the patio looks terrific.

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Cambridge Hardscape Outdoor Living Area
Front & Backyard Hardscaping & Landscaping with Grill Area
Blue Stone & Landscape Design
Low Voltage Lighting Jobs
Outdoor Grill Areas & Kitchens

+222

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AG Construction
4.9(
96
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Big improvement over the driveway we started with. Alex and his team delivered the driveway we needed. He worked with us creating the design that worked both functionaly and asteticaly. Totaly changes the look of my house. The quality of the finished product is above what I imagined. They also helped us with transplanting our 14 year old fig tree. The last picture is the before shot."
Fencing
Fence
Fence
Concrete
Stamped Concrete

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Creative Pavers, Inc.
4.2(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Nick and Jack from Creative Pavers designed and installed our deck, patio, outdoor kitchen, landscaping and lighting. The project was completed on time and with outstanding care and quality. The transformation has been amazing. We absolutely recommend them and plan on using as needed in the future!"
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Response time2 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Granite is the strongest commercially available stone houses are built from. It’s also more commonly available, which means transport costs aren’t as high because a granite quarry isn’t too far from a build site. Limestone and sandstone are popular materials as well, but they aren’t as strong or weather-resistant as granite.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Always work with licensed and certified masons in your area when installing a stone wall or even a stone veneer. Just like all home designers, they should provide an impressive portfolio and offer a free estimate for the project. Pick the pro who fits your budget and schedule and, most importantly, helps you realize your landscape vision.

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

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