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Avatar for Long Hill Masonry Corp
Long Hill Masonry Corp
4.9(
28
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+3 more

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Long Hill Masonry renovated our front and rear stoops, which after 65 years were slowly falling apart. My husband and I are Thrilled with how they turned out. Within 2 days of our call, Joe Tavella (Owner) came to our home to give us an estimate. We explained what our ideas were and Joe even added further suggestions to improving the design. Joe, through his expertise and knowledge was able to do what 3 other contractors told us they couldn't do. After knowing this and with a fair quote, we asked Joe when can he start the job. The job was then completed in a very timely manner (in 1 day). Joe and his team were neat reliable, efficient, meticulous and took real pride to producing top quality work. End result...Perfection at it's Best! Beautiful stoops to last a Lifetime! Without hesitation we look forward to having Long Hill Masonry do another project for us. Would highly recommend."
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Response time5 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
AA & Son Masonry
4.8(
49
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From the estimate, to the material delivery to when they were to show up all was on time. After they left the only sign that they were here was a great looking patio. Cleaned up the yard and the street. We were quoted a price and in the end that was the price. Made this work easy and we were extremely happy that we chose AA& Son Masonry. When we need more work we will only use them"
Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for F & B Concrete & Masonry, Inc.
F & B Concrete & Masonry, Inc.
4.7(
83
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The F&B crew was great. They showed up when they were supposed to, worked hard all day, and did beautiful work. Jessy helped me find the perfect materials for my jobs. She made sure that every last detail was taken care of. She really went the extra mile to make sure that I was completely satisfied with their work. I would strongly recommend F&B Masonry to anyone looking to have stone work done at their home or business."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Brickworks Corp.
4.6(
30
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Brickworks Corp did a great job cementing a gap in my chimney and repointing my stoop and some other masonry work. However, they did not do a great job of cleaning and had dust and masonry particles all over the front of my house after the job was completed."
Brick steps
Various
Paver retaining wall, and waterfall
Cultured stone
Pitched driveway

+26

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jdg Construction
5.0(
8
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wanted to do my patio but wasn't sure of how I wanted my fireplace and outdoor kitchen they had so much patience and they made there layout design. It came out gorgeous. Highly recommend them!"
Jdg Construction
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Removing paint from brick can have both aesthetic and practical value. Some people prefer the timeless look of bare brick, making it worthwhile to remove old paint layers. Brick also lasts longer when unpainted, as paint traps moisture, causing the brick to deteriorate more quickly. If your brick walls are already in bad shape, stripping the paint off might do more harm than good.

Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Stone can last anywhere from 15 to 100 years before it needs to be restored. You should clean your stone flooring or countertops regularly using cleaners designed for stone surfaces. Stay on top of vacuuming to prevent scratches from deteriorating stone faster, deep clean your stone surfaces using a pH-neutral cleaning solution at least once a year, and reseal the stone every one to five years, depending on foot traffic or usage.

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