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Century Masonry & Waterproofing
4.9(
64
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+1 more

Serving Knowlton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Century Masonry & Waterproofing several years ago after suffering through several flooded basements. At a time when some contractors are out there trying to sell unnecessary services and products, Sean is an honest, consultative, helpful professional. He was able to identify problems with our existing sump pit and corrected them. He also identified the fact that the sump pit was not in the lowest point of our foundation and installed a second sump pit and pump there. Thankfully, and knock on wood, we haven't had an issue in years. Thank you Sean and Century Masonry & Waterproofing!"
The beginning
WaterGuard XL
Final Product
CleanSpace around support pillars
CleanSpace on the floor

+26

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Classical Pavers
4.8(
53
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+8 more

Serving Knowlton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Classical Pavers did a beautiful job replacing my front walkway! It was not a straightforward project because it was built on a steep slope with a curve. The owner Thiago, who oversees the project, was a pleasure to work with -- never used any pressure tactics, was very responsive to any questions, and gave a fair price. The two craftsmen who did the work were amazing! They arrived promptly every day, worked extremely hard, and did absolutely beautiful work. They hauled away all the old materials and tidied everything up when the job was done. We definitely would hire them again for a future project and highly recommend them."
Pool with Cambridge Pavers
Pool Patio
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+20

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ALB Construction, LLC
4.5(
107
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+7 more

Serving Knowlton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Used ALB construction to repair my sidewalk. They contacted me immediately and came the next day to give me an estimate. When I hired them, they gave me a day that they would show up, and they did! The work was done well. The crew was really polite and professional. The sidewalk looks great. All in all, it was a joy to work with this company."
Finished the foundation
CONCRETE
Bathroom tiles
CONCRETE
CONCRETE

+31

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
Johns Chimney Cleaning & Masonry Repair
4.9(
46
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+1 more

Serving Knowlton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend John for your chimney and masonry repairs. He is honest and affordable. He has fixed a few issues with our chimney and we are always happy with his work. Thank you John for your help!"
Brick paver patio
Brick paver  Patio
Crawlspace  material installed
Brick paver driveway
Stucco

+20

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

In most cases, painting your brick house is a fine idea that can open up new aesthetic possibilities. However, the paint can slightly shorten the life span of brick, especially if moisture gets trapped underneath the paint layer. Once you paint, you’ll have to keep up with maintenance to avoid flaking and blisters.

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

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.

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

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