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

Serving Sandyston, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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 Sandyston, NJ and surrounding areas

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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

Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.

Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

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.

Clean regularly, check for cracks, and inspect the chimney annually for safety.

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