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Avatar for M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair
M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair
4.8(
85
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Higgins is professional, respectful, honest and efficient. He provided me an honest assessment of my current chimney situation with multiple options to repair and improve the situation. My family and I have been pleased with all the additional services such as fall/spring clean up, masonry work etc. Mr Higgins communicates to his customers and is easy to get ahold of. He returns phone calls promptly and is very reasonable. I recommend this company to anyone for household needs."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clark Masonry
5.0(
4
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dan is personable, friendly and professional. He came on time. When he said he would, and apologized for having to reschedule for 2 days later due to the weather, which of course was not his fault! He did a great job repairing my chimney and cleaned up after himself. The chimney looks great. I will definitely call him the next time I need work done. He also does power washing! I highly recommend Clark Masonry!"
Block Addition
Brick column repair
Column rebuild
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eco Quality Landscaping
4.7(
75
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So glad I found Eco Quality Landscape LLC. Retaining wall came out beautiful. Good price, great people and exceptional work. I look forward to planning another project with Andrew. Thank you all at EQL for a wonderful experience in improving my home. Hope to see you all soon and thanks again."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.
4.6(
106
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseBasement Drainage Channels - Install+3 more

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had Adirondack Basement Systems come to our home to lift our foundation, and we could not have been happier with the experience. Mikey, the foreman, and Justin, the installer, were absolutely fabulous from start to finish. Both were professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. They took the time to make sure the job was done right, kept us informed throughout the process, and made what could have been a stressful home repair feel completely manageable. It is so refreshing to have a crew come into your home who clearly takes pride in their work and also genuinely cares about the customer experience. Mikey and Justin represented Adirondack Basement Systems exceptionally well. We would absolutely recommend both of them, as well as Adirondack Basement Systems, to anyone needing foundation or basement work. Five stars all around. Thank you, Mikey and Justin, for such a positive experience!"
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+9

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Infinite Chimney Service & Repair
5.0(
48
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Anthony worked hard to bring back to life my very old fireplace system, and was successful. He was on time and helpful with my questions. I'll be calling him soon to service a second fireplace, and can recommend him to anyone experiencing problems with their fireplace."
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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ProSeal Waterproofing
5.0(
8
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex, the owner and lead contractor was a pleasure to work with. From start to finish the process was seamless. The waterproofing process was explained as well as the benefits from performing the work. Alex was personable, professional and knowledgeable. The pricing was very fair and competitive with the highest quality of workmanship."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

A well-made brick wall can last up to 100 years if maintained properly, which includes regularly repairing the mortar every 30 to 50 years. If your brick wall is under 30 years old and is already showing signs of repair, it may be due to poor brickwork and installation. Extreme weather conditions can also accelerate a brick wall’s life span (especially the exterior of a house).

To stain brick, you should use a product specifically formulated for brick, concrete, or other masonry surfaces. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it. This is different from paint, which sits on the surface and is prone to peeling, flaking, and trapping moisture that can cause damage. Water-based brick stains are often recommended because they are easy to apply, even for DIYers, and they allow the brick to breathe. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere properly and can lead to future maintenance problems.

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.

Not all cracks in brick indicate foundation problems. For instance, small hairline cracks can occur as a new construction settles. However, larger cracks are often a sign of a more severe issue. Indicators of a potential foundation problem include long horizontal cracks, "stair-step" cracks, vertical cracks that appear indoors, or any crack that widens at the top. Other signs of structural damage to look for are uneven floors and doors or windows that stick. These issues could be caused by problems with the soil beneath the home or an overgrown tree.

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