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Hard Edge Construction
4.6(
11
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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

Approved

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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Block by Nick, LLC
5.0(
7
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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

Approved

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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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
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Repair Solutions LLC
5.0(
16
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Brick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace- For Business

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Barri has done an excellent work on my rental house repair and painting exterior, installing over range microwave and install floor molding. He repaired kitchen cabinets and wood floor in my home. I highly recommend him,I will use him again. Louis"
Updated flooring / Interior Painting
Handymen Project
Updated flooring / Interior Painting
Handymen Project
Updated flooring / Interior Painting

+8

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were timely. When they came, they stayed until the projects were done. This work included fencing, deck work, and laying new pavers. Oscar and his crew did a great job."
FRONT PORCH
POOL AROUND DECK
SHOWER RENOVATION
PORCH
POOL

+61

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

Some older brick material is extremely hard, making it tough to create a hole. Rather than using a typical wood drill bit, always use a masonry drill bit when drilling into brick. For extremely hard brick, using a power drill with a hammer function may give you better results. The drill bit will heat up as it goes into the extremely hard brick, so you may need to stop after a few minutes and allow the bit to cool before starting to drill again.

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.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

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.

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