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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%
21 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

"It was a two week project. Both walls were torn down and a lot of dirt and sand was removed and relocated to even out a slope in my yard. The walls were reconfigured and replaced with block walls. The larger wall was reconfigured to allow for a new patio to be built on top of it. New block steps were installed going up the hill adjacent to the wall. A tremedous amount of work was done in very hot weather. Everyone was pleasant and professional and a lot of time was spent on making sure it was right. We are very happy with the end result and it looks beautiful. The patio adds a lot extra outdoor space and the regraded yard makes it more usable."
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+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.
4.6(
107
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+3 more

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The initial representative spent a great deal of time with me reviews all options and helped me create a timeline for repairs based on urgency. The worker was very professional and clean. I'm extremely impressed with this company and will always call them for my basement issues."
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SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifer
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+9

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Services
4.9(
144
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This experience was excellent from start to finish. Al was very helpful, kind, professional and friendly. The price was fair and the work quality was outstanding. The crown on our chimney looks great and will protect our property for years to come. We would definitely use Expert Chimney again."
Chimney Cap Installation
Smoke chamber before
Chimney Sweep Project
Fireplaces Project
Chimney Sweep Project

+36

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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 was amazing!! We had a crack in our foundation that another company attempted to repair numerous times. We were fortunate enough to hear about ProSeal and I am happy to report not only did Alex repair the crack to near perfection but the work was done timely, neatly and his customer service skills are top notch. I would HIGHLY recommend ProSeal for all of your foundation needs."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Exclusive sweeps
4.8(
9
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went great! It’s a messy job but thankfully he kept the mess to a minimum and was in and out in no time. Definitely going to have him do it again. For the price and the professionalism you can’t beat it. He kept it simple."
Chimney liner
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+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

On average, a quality exterior brick stain can last between 10 and 20 years, and sometimes even longer. While it will look its best for a minimum of three to five years, its total lifespan depends on several factors. These include the quality and type of stain used, the condition of the brick, and the thoroughness of the surface preparation, such as proper cleaning. Following the manufacturer's application instructions and applying a sealant as a final step is also crucial. The stain's longevity can be affected by your location, climate, and the brick's exposure to harsh weather, high traffic, and other elements. Over time, the stain may begin to fade or look dingy due to weathering, erosion, dirt, and debris. Compared to paint, brick stain generally has a longer lifespan.

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

Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it’s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case—and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case.

Certain towns and homeowner associations (HOAs) ban brick mailboxes because of the risk of obstruction. They are sometimes only permitted in cases where four or more homes share a mailbox. Homeowners may need to obtain special permits in some locations. One of the top masonry contractor hiring tips is to ask a local pro if they can show you examples of recent work that meets local code regulations.

The Chatham, NY homeowners’ guide to masonry services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.