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Q: How long will a brick mailbox last?

• <div><p>On average, a well-built brick mailbox can last between 30 and 100 years. The insert that holds mail inside the mailbox may last 15 to 25 years before it needs to be replaced. If a mailbox needs to be fixed due to damage, make sure you know <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-bricks.htm">who to hire for brick repair</a>.</p></div>

Q: Why can’t I drill into the brick?

• <div><p>Some older brick material is extremely hard, making it tough to create a hole. Rather than using a typical wood drill bit, always use a masonry drill bit when drilling into brick. For extremely hard brick, using a power drill with a hammer function may give you better results. The drill bit will heat up as it goes into the extremely hard brick, so you may need to stop after a few minutes and allow the bit to cool before starting to drill again.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to soak the brick before cutting it?

• <div><p>No, you don&rsquo;t need to soak the brick before cutting it by hand. In fact, cutting a wet brick can make it harder to see your score lines and may cause the chisel to slip. Soaking is sometimes used with power tools to reduce dust, but for hand-cutting, it&rsquo;s best to work with dry bricks for better control and visibility.</p></div>

Q: How do you crack a rock with water?

• <div><p>It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.</p></div>

Q: Can you paint stone on the exterior of a house?

• <div><p>Yes, you can paint stone on the exterior of a house. It&rsquo;s important to properly prep the stone by cleaning off dirt and debris. You&rsquo;ll want to apply at least two coats of paint to get the most even and complete coverage. Any pinholes or missed spots, however small, can allow moisture to get into the masonry and potentially cause the paint to blister and peel from the stone.</p></div>

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Last update on December 01, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent Roofing and Gutter Work by Corner Stone Solutions I recently hired Corner Stone Solutions to install a new roof and gutters on my home, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. From start to finish, their team was professional, punctual, and transparent. They took...
Corner Stone Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2024
He remodeled two of my bathrooms. One with a very large walk in shower with beautiful pebble stone floor. Heated electric Watts floors. Another bathroom with tub and shower. All delta faucets and Kohler brand fixtures. Bath/shower has all Schluter-Kerdi waterproofing membrane.
Jack Rizzuto Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2022
New roof, siding, entry door, stone foundation. Big project, outstanding result.
Lukim Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2019
Roger Stevens and his crew at Loyal Landscaping did an awesome job in my backyard. Cleaned out the entire yard, brought in and spread a couple of yards of black dirt and installed sod from Pine Island, and all natural cedar mulch for the flower beds. They also picked up a beautiful, native pink...
Loyal Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2019
Juan and Sonia know what they're doing. Honesty, integrity, quality and all at a good value. I highly recommend them for tile and grout cleaning and caulking. Juan went above and beyond by helping with removing the moss on our concrete and stone patio.
Revive Cleaning and Restoration
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Reviewed in July 2015
This was a challenging job but Kraig Moss did a great job with our mess of a retaining wall. He and his crew repaired cracks, sealed it, and resurfaced with good-looking stone tiles. We were very satisfied with his service.
KRM HOME RESTORATION
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Reviewed in August 2014
First, they just showed up. I had called to make an appointment to get an estimate, was told someone would follow up, and then they just showed up one day without warning. The two gentleman proceeded to rush around, climbing up on the roof, and didn't answer my questions. After asking three...
Chimney Solutions
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Reviewed in November 2012
Before he started the bathroom job, he kept telling me he didn't like epoxy grout. I finally asked him if he wanted to do it or not, because I could get tile men from the tile store who have worked for me before and done good jobs. He said he could do it; he just didn't like it. When the...
RWL Painting & Handyman
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Reviewed in May 2008
Ok, so the above information started it all, so I won't restate the situation here. Basically what happened afterwards was this: Gabe was to come by a week ago (the week of 5/5/08) to begin the work of removing the tree and shrubs from my property; work was to be completed that following...
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