"Omar and his team were courteous, knowledgeable, professional, and fast! They helped us repair some damaged siding, brick window sills, and finished off some masonry work on our house. When they found some additional hidden problem areas, they notified us and provided very fair and reasonable pricing to resolve. Extremely responsive and prompt repair service."
"Garcia Masonry responded quickly and provided an accurate and fair price. The work was scheduled and completely quickly and we are repair blends in well with the existing brickwork."
"Allen is a very nice and polite man. He did a great job of redoing the pavers around my pool that had settled and were very unlevel. I would definitely use A.T Brick & Stone if I need anymore Masonry work done."
"Ivan was the masonry guy that repaired my mailbox that was hit by a Lowes truck. He did an excellent job. Very pleasant to talk with. I kept his number in case I need other work done around the house."
"Precise Home Specialties did an excellent job for us. We have a Tudor style home, which is not easy to paint. Their attention to detail and prep work were the best we've had in our 30+ years of home ownership. Would highly recommend."
"They installed 10 piers with urgency and passion they were very caring and helpful to explain any questions an concerns I had. they made sure to clean everything up I highly recommend this company and Juan's crew is funny and cheerful"
"He did our slab for a detached garage and driveway to city requirements, we completed the slab and building first. Once all that rain stopped then came back installed a large driveway. Very happy with the project and his competitive prices. Highly recommend!"
"Lewis and Son Concrete did a great job from start to finish. They were professional, communicated well, showed up when they said they would, and delivered quality work. I'd definitely recommend them to anyone needing concrete work in the Bixby area."
"They removed and filled a 2800 gallon pond., installed dirt and covered the area with river rock. They built flower beds including one that was 3 tiered and made them ready for planting. The crew and Kirk are easy to work with and they clean up after each work day. They have a great eye for aesthetics and made things better than I anticipated. I highly recommend Midwest Retaining Walls and would hire them again."
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The cost to install or replace brick or stone siding generally ranges from $10 to $50 per square foot. The final price depends on several factors, including the specific material type, local labor rates, and any necessary preparation work, such as removing old siding. For example, different types of stone have varying costs per square foot: natural stone ($4.50–$35), stone veneer ($11–$13), faux stone ($6–$9), and cultured or manufactured stone ($5–$8).
According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.
No, it’s not recommended to attach shutters to brick without drilling. Brick is dense and built to last, so adhesives and shortcut methods don’t usually cut it. Even heavy-duty glue struggles to hold up over time—especially against wind, moisture, and temperature changes. Most no-drill options are made for materials like vinyl or wood, not solid masonry. Skipping the drill might seem easier, but it puts your shutters—and anything below them—at risk. For a secure, lasting install, drilling is the way to go. It takes more effort up front, but the result is safer and more reliable.
Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.
Modern brick homes have a brick facade over standard framing and sheathing, so the brick offers minimal added structural stability. A home with traditional brick construction is more durable than a stick-built home, as the double-layer brick walls and rebar resist higher lateral wind loads and support heavier loads up top, as well.
The Kiefer, OK homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
