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Avatar for M M LANDSCAPING & HARDSCAPING LLC
M M LANDSCAPING & HARDSCAPING LLC
4.7(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Salem, 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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Groundworks
4.2(
538
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+3 more

Serving Salem, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"IT WENT VERY WELL. BQ SYSTEMS RESPONDED QUICKLY TO MY REQUEST ( HAD A NARROW TIME FRAME: HAD TO GET IT FIXED SO I COULD SELL MY HOUSE.) AND THE FOLKS AT BQ SYS. DID EVERYTHING THEY COULD TO HELP ME. THE REPAIR TO THE FOUNDATION WALL WAS COMPLETED IN LESS THAN ONE DAY AT A FAIR PRICE. I AND THE NEW OWNERS ARE VERY HAPPY WITH THE REPAIR!"
Protect Your Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space
Correct Your Smelly Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space

+16

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Basement Gurus, LLC
Basement Gurus, LLC
4.8(
216
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Salem, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our foundation was seriously compromised due to water intrusion. Steve responded quickly and gave us an estimate at a great price. He was knowledgeable and informative. Dan and his team repaired our foundation, installed a drainage system and pump, as well as a vapor barrier. Our basement has been dry and free of mold since. The project was completed in a matter of days. I couldn’t believe how quickly they worked. I recommend the gurus to everyone who needs basement repairs. Thank you again!!!"
100 Ft 4 inch HDPE to drywell
Concrete Replacement
Egress Installation
Walls After Wall Pin Installation
After Concrete has been removed

+339

Response time1 day
750 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.2(
210
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Salem, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eric and his helper arrived on time and were professional greetings me. what I noticed the most, they enjoyed their work and wanted to ensure I was happy with the concrete leveling job. They were respectful of my landscaping and cleaned up. Also, Have to give a shout out to Angie and Kyle for working with my schedule. So glad I chose Quality1st to level the stamped concrete around my pool."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Chimney mortar typically lasts 20 to 30 years, depending on its quality, local weather conditions, and maintenance. Over time, exposure to moisture, freezing, and thawing cycles can cause mortar to deteriorate, leading to cracks and gaps. Regular inspections and timely repairs, such as repointing or tuckpointing, can extend the lifespan of chimney mortar by ensuring the structure's integrity.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

Yes, brick walls often add value to a home. For starters, many people love the look of brick walls, so they can enhance your home's aesthetic appeal and add warmth to your property, especially when it aligns with the rest of your neighborhood's look. They also provide privacy and security, which can further increase the resale value of your home.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

  • Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings

  • Freestanding stone or brick walls

  • Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces

  • Cement block basement or crawl space walls

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

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