Does brick increase home value?

• <div><p>Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-most-common-masonry-materials.htm">type of masonry materials</a> used. Homes generally have a higher resale value when they have brick siding, and brick is also easier to maintain (and lasts longer) than other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pros-and-cons-different-house-siding.htm">types of siding</a>, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.</p><p>Just keep in mind, however, that although brick can up the asking price when you sell your house, the cost to brick a house is also more expensive than other typical siding costs—so you’ll invest more in the project.</p></div>

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Q: How long does a brick wall last?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;s life span (especially the exterior of a house). </p></div>

Q: What cleans creosote from brick?

• <div><p>The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.</p></div>

Q: Is brick staining cheaper than painting?

• <div><p>Initially, brick staining is not cheaper than painting. However, while it has a higher up-front cost, it may be more cost-effective in the long run. Brick stain can last for 20 years or longer, compared to paint, which usually starts to peel away in three to five years.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain a brick or stone fireplace?

• <div><p>Clean regularly, check for cracks, and inspect the chimney annually for safety.</p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2023
I've hired NCJ Construction on two separate job. One putting in a French Drain and large stone wall, and building a pad for my new barn. Nick completed both jobs in a timely manner and i was completely satisfied with his work. His knowledge and experience helped tremendously with the...
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Reviewed in May 2021
JL Stoneworks is an excellent choice. I hired them to rebuild my patio using existing stone and I am thrilled with the results. Joe is professional, prompt, and very talented. This company goes above and beyond to ensure your satisfaction. I have another project In mind and I plan to hire them...
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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...
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Reviewed in July 2017
It went very well. I put off a repair of my lawn and seeding until mid-summer before giving in to the fact I couldn't physically do it myself. I called Joe for an estimate. As we talked, I expanded the job to include some stone border and mulch. I had a green lawn much sooner than I expected....
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Reviewed in September 2016
This is the second wall we've had bell brothers build. This one turned out to be more complicated than it appeared at first glance. They did a great job,and the new block wall looks fantastic . Our neighbors had them repair a stone wall. They also did a great job with that
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Reviewed in October 2015
We found Great Choice randomly after calling a bunch of local places, and we are so glad we did. We had started a stone step and retaining wall project on our own, and after dozens of hours of work and digging we realized we were out of our league and needed professional help. We also needed it...
A Great Choice Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in August 2015
About two weeks ago my little Pug/mix (6.5yoa) was demonstrating an issue of frequent urination. It started with squatting too many times to urinate. I took her to my vet, that I have dealt with for several years and they said she had an infection and gave me some meds. Several days passed with...
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Reviewed in January 2015
We had Justin and his crew replace a 20 ft by 16 ft irregularly shaped brick patio, concrete steps, a 6 ft by 30 ft concrete breezeway, and 2 concrete sidewalks totaling approximately 150 square feet with stained and stamped decorative concrete. In addition, they installed a drainage system to...
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