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Avatar for Masonry by Tommy, LLC
Masonry by Tommy, LLC
5.0(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Masonry by Tommy listened to our needs and offered ideas to make it better. He offers the best quality work. The workers are very professionals, polite, and neat. Their attention to detail and the appearance of their finished work is the best we have ever seen. In repointing old brick and laying concrete slabs, they matched the color of our 20-year-old masonry. I would highly recommend Tommy to everyone!"
Response time30 mins
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Village Landscaping and Contracting
4.9(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Warranties offered

"I am a widow of 2 years left with unfinished house inside and out. I had no choice with township on my back to just rely and trust strangers to get me through my darkest times. My experience was a mix. Some pride on their work and sadly others just rob you. I hired Chris because he smiled he listened he understood and he spent time to make sure he knew exactly what I wanted I needed and very important what I could afford. The end result Chris finished my husbandâ s retaining wall-absolutely perfect. My husband the perfectionist would agree. Chris did the front stairs my long walkway . Grass is now growing. All thank you Chris. Yes Chris is honest reliable. At the end you will say a job well done."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Classical Pavers
4.8(
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceRetaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+8 more

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"Prior to these guys saving our property, we foolishly hired an under-qualified contractor to install a large patio and retaining wall system. It turned out to be a never ending nightmare from the start that left us with pooling water everywhere, mud leaking thru walls and stairs that were falling apart. We hired Classical Pavers to hopefully resolve all our issues, and boy did they deliver. These guys are true landscape engineers! They uprooted the previously installed pavers, flawlessly re-pitched and graded the base, planned for all the possible drainige issues that might come up, and completely cleaned the pavers and property of any remnants of their work. I could not be happier with the professionalism of every level of their services. I would absolutely recommend them, and only use them for any and all future projects."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gold Medal Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim and his team were extremely helpful and professional and did a fantastic job paving our driveway, walkway and part of our backyard. The installation was finished quickly and efficiently and we are extremely happy. We would definitely recommend Gold Medal Construction."
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Some older brick material is extremely hard, making it tough to create a hole. Rather than using a typical wood drill bit, always use a masonry drill bit when drilling into brick. For extremely hard brick, using a power drill with a hammer function may give you better results. The drill bit will heat up as it goes into the extremely hard brick, so you may need to stop after a few minutes and allow the bit to cool before starting to drill again.

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.

If you’re attempting to mix and pour your own mortar, expect to pay between $5 to $10 for an 80-pound bag of mix. The cost to repair mortar, however, can range from $300 to $500 for a 20-square-foot wall. The larger the area and the more extensive the repair, the higher the cost.

You may not need a hammer drill if you’re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often.

In some cases, black stains on brick are caused by organic substances like algae and mold. However, it's more likely that the black spots you're noticing on your bricks come from carbon from vehicle exhaust or soot. Black stains can usually be removed by scrubbing the brick with a brush and masonry cleaner or power washing.

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