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Avatar for MudSmith Masonry
MudSmith Masonry
5.0(
41
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Ronnie (Mudsmith Masonry) to build a brick mailbox. He did an excellent job: showed up on time, completed the work with great workmanship, and we are extremely satisfied with the end result."
Chimney restoration
Chimney restoration
Chimney
Half of wall finished
Process of relaying

+46

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Betts Structural Engineering LLC
4.5(
27
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Concrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+3 more

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was great. Josh Betts returned my call first thing the next morning, and he was at the property quickly (and on a Sunday). Josh was right on time for the walk-through with our contractor. We had the repair plans the following afternoon. Josh is clearly very knowledgeable. I would recommend Betts Structural with absolutely no hesitation."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Erie Home
4.4(
73
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erie Homes completed a basement waterproofing for us on 11/20/23. We were impressed and pleased by the professionalism and communication at every phase of the project. Brandon expertly explained the Erie Homes waterproofing system, sump pumps, materials, and warranty and provided us with a quote and pricing details. Having being burned by projects in the past, we came back with a long list of questions and conditions. Brandon answered every single one, made sure that we were completely satisfied with the terms, and added our notes to the contract. Project manager Gage and the team that came to our home was quick and professional. They periodically filled us in on the progress and communicated any changes or concerns. When the project was completed, they walked us through and made sure we were happy with the work before leaving. Since finishing, we have had several rainy weeks and a completely dry basement. Based on the product, work, and customer service, we will be highly recommending Erie Homes to anyone needing basement or waterproofing work."
Basement Before
Basement After
Basement Before
Basement After
Basement Before

+53

138 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Classic Lawn and Landscape
5.0(
6
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian/& Beast were very polite & professional. Quality soil & mulch. They did a very nice job, mounding up the back & a side area of my vacant lot. planted 50+ arborvitaes. Then mulched the mound of arborvitaes. Also had him bring me an extra load of mulch for a project my Son & I was doing on the boulevard. Looks beautiful. ? Thank you!"
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+45

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Michael Blake Construction
4.9(
10
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+4 more

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’m a custom home builder, and we also do high end remodeling. I have Blake Micheal Construction do my foundation and waterproofing work, as well all my concrete needs on my new homes. Eric and his crew are very efficient and hard working. Eric is knowledgeable and honest. I would definitely recommend him."
Response time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Brick houses can last at least 100 years with minimal maintenance. With regular care and attention, including mortar repointing, brick houses can last 500 years or more.

Limewash can be removed from brick, but the method of removal will depend on how long the limewash has been on the brick. If the limewash has fully dried—which happens after about five days—you’ll need to use a diluted muriatic acid mixture to remove it. If there are multiple coats of limewash, you may need to apply the acid mixture several times to fully remove it from the brick.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

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.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

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