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Block by Nick, LLC
5.0(
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+3 more

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Block by Nick to install a retaining wall and fire pit in our back yard. We were impressed by Nicks knowledge and work ethic, wowed by how great the finished wall looked. We decided to have him come back and extend the retaining wall another 50 around the side yard, and install a tree ring in the front yard. We absolutely know his work has raised the value of our home, and increased our enjoyment of our yards!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Hard Edge Construction
4.4(
7
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+9 more

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"One call to Jose with Hard Construction and he came out the next day to review and bid my gravel driveway resurfacing project. Accepted his bbid and he had his hard working crew here on time three days later with everything needed to finish it in about three hours. Very happy with their work"
Barn slab set up in the snow
Barn slab stripping
Foothills house foundation
Foothills house foundation
Foothills house foundation

+35

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Pineda Nunez Construction, LLC
4.8(
15
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Silvano exceeded my expectations. His crew was very polite, efficient and thorough. The workmanship was amazing. The price was very reasonable. I was so pleasantly surprised, I am very pleased they did my work. I strongly recommend this company!!!"
Fences - Medford
Fences - Medford
Fences - Medford
Fences - Medford
Pavors

+36

Response time3 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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MT. SINAI HOME MAINTENANCE LLC
4.4(
35
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Oscar and his crew did an excellent job. We would use them again in a heartbeat. They went the extra mile and even replaced damaged sections of the wood sheathing underneath the roof, which we never would have seen if they cut that corner and didn't do it."
FRONT PORCH
POOL AROUND DECK
SHOWER RENOVATION
PORCH
POOL

+61

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Superior Landscape & Maintenance
3.8(
64
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"When Chris came to bid my collapsed retaining wall, he explained the process, made good suggestions and was very knowledgeable. Great communication. His crew showed up on time and worked hard. Cleaned up very nicely when done. I am impressed! Would hire them again."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

When painting brick, each application method has pros and cons. Spraying is much faster but may not penetrate the porous surface of the bricks. Rolling is effective for getting paint into the bricks but doesn't work as well on the mortar. Brushing is very time-consuming and also won't penetrate beyond the surface. For the best results, a combination of spraying and rolling is often recommended. If you use a roller, choose a thick option (at least a half-inch) and ensure the paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage.

Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.

Fireclay is a type of clay but it is a type of clay that, because of its chemical composition, can be fired at a much higher temperature than other clays. This results in a denser and more heat-resistant final material. Because of the high percentage of a mineral called kaolin, fireclay sinks are smoother and more durable than other clay types.

No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.

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