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OLD-TIME MASONRY
5.0(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Adam was very professional. We did a walk through before starting the job and after work was finished. He addressed everything that we discussed that needed to be done. My porch looks so much better. I would recommend Old Time Masonry to a friend."
Wall Tear Down
Brick Repair
Mailbox Repair
Stone Wall Rehab and Seal
Stone Wall Rehab and Seal

+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JW Home Solutions
4.9(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"Reina and John both did amazing job fixing my walkway. I felt as though my options were fully explained in a friendly and professional manner. They were on-time and completed the job quickly. I highly recommend them for all of your masonry needs!"
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mid-Valley Chimney Repair & Sweeps
4.8(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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"Fireplace had a previous problem of shutting down on its own that seems to have gone away after the thorough work done by Mid-Valley. They also provided a report at the end of service that was quite helpful."
Before Complete Rebuild
After Complete Rebuild
Before Complete Rebuild
After Complete Rebuild
Before Restoration

+6

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Yanton's Outdoor Living
4.6(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"We got a 350 paver patio, firepit and seat wall in our back yard. We also had Chris and team fill in an empty area with weed barrier and creek jack (stone). We signed in July, and was told the calendar had us pointing to an October installation. With a very rainy fall, Chris's team kept getting delayed, but Chris did a great job communicating and discussing status with us. Winter arrived, and we didn't get installed until March, but again, Chris kept us in the loop, and I can't really blame him for the weather. Chris has a large backlog of work because of the quality, care, and craftsmanship of his work. He went above and beyond (adjusted some gutters for us, as well as added a pad of concrete at the bottom of our deck stairs to ensure we were setup correctly). If you want a paver patio, walkway, retaining walls, etc.. done right the first time, call Yanton's, they will do it right. We couldn't be more pleased with the patio."
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+5

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Friedman Home Improvement & Masonry
4.3(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Jason and Barry were terrific . Good prices . Had FRIEDMAN HOME IMPROVEMENTS AND MASONRY do my roof, kitchen, bathroom, flooring , and concrete. I would definitely hire them again and plan to. Good honest people to deal with including the workers !"
Remodeling - General Project
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+27

Response time11 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MJS Outdoors
5.0(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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We specialize in high-quality concrete and paver construction, including stamped patios, paver patios, retaining walls, driveways, steps, and structural concrete work. We also design and install proper drainage solutions to protect your home and property long term.\n\nAt MJS OUTDOORS, we focus on doing the job right with solid prep, attention to detail, and results built to last. Contact us today for a free estimate.

Unilock Pavers with a boarder
Natural Flagstone Outdoor Space
Unilock Concrete Pavers
Natural Flagstone Outdoor Space
Pergola designed and built by MJS OUTDOORS

+18

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Betts Structural Engineering LLC
4.5(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Emergency services offered

"Had Betts Structural Engineering come and look at the foundation of a house we were in contract on. Josh came out and was professional and informative. He informed us the foundation was failing and explained what needed to be done. He throughly explained everything and told us how we could do it ourselves for much cheaper than a contractor could do it. In the end he saved us from a long and expensive process if we proceeded with the house."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

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.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

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.

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.

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