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Long Hill Masonry Corp
4.9(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

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"The owner Joe Tavella was always available to answer any questions we had regarding our vision of what we were looking for. We had a budget we had to work with and he worked hard to make sure our vision became a reality within the price range we were able to afford . They were punctual, reliable , honest and got the job done on time .. long hill masonry created an oasis that my family is able to enjoy all year round .. when friends ask who i recommend they are # 1 on my list .. kudos to long hill masonry! Thank you for all that you have done ..."
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Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carl Bongiorno & Sons, Inc
4.8(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

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"The job went great. Great crew of guys, quick work, and quality masonry. My walkway came out beautiful and I would definitely hire again."
Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Walkway Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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"If you’re in need of any masonry Bob and his crew are second to none It’s the most beautiful work that I’ve ever seen and have had come back to continue his work I’ve even had dreams /ideas from long ago that Bob was always “ready” to do His crew are the hardest working team ever While they are working There is no time wasted And cleanup is part of the job always I look for projects to have this team!!!"
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F & B Concrete & Masonry, Inc.
4.7(
81
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

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"I was very pleased with F &B Concrete &Masonry. The front office was very accommodating and followed through with everything involved in the process. The price was fair and the crew completed the job in a timely and professional way. It should,also, be said that they were polite and friendly."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
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Five Star Landscaping & Design
4.4(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Customers say: Quality work

"Peter was professional throughout the process. He arrived promptly, provided a fair price . Scope included a repointing o f front stoop of pavers. Work was completed in workmanlike manner. Quality performance and first rate. Just what any customer would expect. I highly recommend Five Star."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Cobblestone fell out of favor with the advent of motor vehicles. Asphalt and concrete are both much smoother surfaces allowing for a smoother ride. Asphalt is also much cheaper, especially for driveways. However, we didn’t stop using cobblestone altogether, and you can still see it as a decorative option in both homes, in parks, and in pedestrianized areas of cities.

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

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

For most brick cleaning jobs, including fireplace bricks, use a masonry sponge and a gentle cleaner. A simple solution of equal parts water and vinegar, or a few drops of dish soap in a bowl of water, can effectively remove grime. For tougher stains, you can use a dedicated masonry or fireplace cleaner. It is crucial to wet the bricks thoroughly with water before applying any cleaning solution to prevent the brick from absorbing it, and to rinse the surface completely afterward. Harsher cleaners containing bleach or ammonia should only be used as a last resort, and they should never be mixed together.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

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