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Avatar for C Baxter Masonry, LLC
C Baxter Masonry, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C. Baxter was excellent. He was very professional, was able to schedule us in a timely matter, showed up on time and finished the job as stated. Very good job. Highly recommend them for any masonry work. J. Pocza"
Retaining wall
New
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Stone Veneer

+115

Response time8 hrs
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Organic Roots Horticulture,LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan and his crew did an awesome job. They totally respected our rather wild, natural garden, and protected the existing plants. It was not an easy job digging up an impacted old bed, but the results are beautiful. He is wonderfully knowledgeable, and he and his crew were a delight to work with."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Organic Roots Horticulture,LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent! Dan and his crew did great work in each phase of the project. Dan came up with a very creative design that fit the space wonderfully, then he & his crew installed a flat sandstone patio & walkway that perfectly compliments the sandstone block foundation of our century home."
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project

+101

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Precision Waterproofing, LLC
4.8(
233
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rick and his crew take pride in their work, and complete their work in a timely manner. I would recommend anyone looking for foundation work or waterproofing look no further!"
Original driveway
During
During
Finishing up
Complete

+19

Response time11 hrs
Response rate88%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Betts Structural Engineering LLC
4.5(
26
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Came to the home did their inspection came up with a plan and all the prints needed to accomplish the goal. Very satisfied and they explained the reasons for what changes were needed definitely would refer them to anyone with structural engineering questions. Very serious people about their profession and extremely professional about their work."
Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Line and Level Masonry
4.2(
10
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nick, kept us abrupt of timeline and checked in a few times during the project. Anthony and Benny were on site with him to complete the work- very happy with the repairs to our existing brick walkway. The team was able complete the job in one day and within 7 days of submitting the down payment. Much Appreciated."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BHW Landscape Construction
4.5(
17
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The quality of work and care they took durjng our retaining wall install has me recommending them to everyone. Our project was large and intimidating but they made it seem simple. We are so happy to finally be able to enjoy our backyard."
Retaining Wall/Patio
block retaining wall
 paver driveway
Block retaining wall
 Block retaining wall & steps

+65

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Eco-Seal Home Solutions, LLC
4.7(
29
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Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installed an egress window which required cutting through thick poured concrete walls. Great service. Eco Seal provided a thorough, quick, and price competitive quote. They got me on the schedule quickly and the work was performed by polite and respective people that cleaned up after themselves. I would choose them again."
Sea Wall-before
Sea wall-after
Sea wall-after
Sea wall-before
Dig-up

+13

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You should clean your home’s brick once per year. This applies to exterior brick, but also to cleaning brick fireplaces. Create a homemade cleaning solution with equal parts vinegar and water. Use a soft-bristle brush to scrub the solution into the face of your brick and remove dirt, algae, and stains. Cleaning will protect brick from damage and boost your home’s curb appeal.

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.

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.

Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it’s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.

In some cases, black stains on brick are caused by organic substances like algae and mold. However, it's more likely that the black spots you're noticing on your bricks come from carbon from vehicle exhaust or soot. Black stains can usually be removed by scrubbing the brick with a brush and masonry cleaner or power washing.

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