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Q: What is the downside of painting brick?

• <div><p>While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.</p><p>Painting brick is porous, meaning it&rsquo;s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.</p><p>Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you&rsquo;ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it&rsquo;s hard to go back without some serious power washing&mdash;another added cost.</p></div>

Q: How to remove the white stains I see on my bricks?

• <div><p>The white stains you see on your bricks are likely efflorescence, which is salt and lime buildup. To <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-efflorescence-brick.htm">remove efflorescence stains</a>, simply brush them away with a stiff brush. For larger, more stubborn stains, scrub the stains with a water-detergent solution.</p></div>

Q: What do I look for when buying a brick house?

• <div><p>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.</p><ul><li><p><b>Lintels:</b> Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion</p></li><li><p><b>Mortar:</b> 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.</p></li><li><p><b>Walls:</b> 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.</p></li><li><p><b>Cracks:</b> If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of brick or stone for siding and walls?

• <div><p>Brick and stone are durable, low-maintenance materials that offer excellent insulation, aesthetic appeal, and can increase property value.</p></div>

Q: What are different types of masonry?

• <div><p>Two types of masonry are veneer masonry and solid masonry. Veneer masonry is thin brick or stone material attached to the face of a building. With veneer masonry, the walls support the weight of the masonry products rather than the masonry being built on a concrete footing. Solid masonry is a wall or other brick or stone structure built on a concrete footing, and the masonry supports itself.</p></div>

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TQ stone and tile did an amazing job on our LVP flooring. Taylor and his crew refloored our entire house in just a couple of days and kept the worksite clean. They communicated well and answered all of our questions. When it came to choosing the right flooring for our project, he was well...
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Reviewed in December 2024
Excellent, very professional work in a timely fashion. I would hire again and again and would recommend to anyone that is looking for a true custom concrete professional.
Fettig Concrete
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Reviewed in December 2024
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...
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Reviewed in February 2024
Oregon interiors is our preferred vendor for all metal stud framing and drywall work in Oregon. We gave done multiple projects with them. They do great work and are very professional.
Oregon Interiors Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2023
They did a fantastic job of patching a wall and installing a towel bar for us. They matched the existing wall texture perfectly. Very professional and efficient. Would highly recommend.
Newton Interior Constuction LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
My house was rebuilt after the Alameda fire and these builders did an amazing job on all the framing, staircase, carpentry, siding and went the extra mile with thier detail and problem solving. Really nice people and good to work with. Highly recommend!!
Howerton Brothers Construction
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Reviewed in August 2022
Mason was on time, respectfully and explained what he was going to do. He cleaned out the gutters in a timely manner. I will definitely hire him again.
Nerd Home
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Caleb is a hard worker and an efficient worker. He mowed my front and back yards and did weed eating . He blew off the dried grass and put it in the proper receptacle as well as blew the dust and debris from the front and back porch. All this was completed in about an hour and a half. I do...
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Reviewed in December 2021
Replaced the stairs, deck, and railings on front porch of my mobile home and also replaced railings and gate on back deck. Great work, good recommendations for materials, great communication. I highly recommend them.
A.T. Prime Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Lewis is absolutely the best contractor I have had the pleasure to have work for me. The level of detail and attention to the needs of our 1928 home were excellent. I will and have recommended Lewis to friends, family and people I feel would benefit from his extraordinary attention to detail and...
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Ram Jack West

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Concrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Jacksonville, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"This contractor is highly skilled in their trade. From the top of the organization to the bottom of the organization, everyone was courteous, attentive, and professional. Their work was deployed quickly and well organized. Over the past decade, my organization has completed fourteen (14) complex and successful stabilization of foundations. As needs arise, we will likely continue to work in collaboration with Ram Jack West."

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Response time1 day

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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+3 more

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In business since 2018

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"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!"

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Hard Edge Construction

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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+9 more

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"On time for all dates. Most detailed estimate/quote I’ve ever seen. Work and clean up perfect."

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Pineda Nunez Construction, LLC

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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Jacksonville, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"From estimate to installation of my fence topper, Silvano and team were professional, and did a wonderful, quality job."

+36

Response time3 hrs

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Brick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace- For Business

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Small jobs welcome

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"Excellent response and work was done promptly an done well. I will definetly keep his info for the future."

Response time3 days

Response rate100%

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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Jacksonville, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Very efficient, thorough and took the time to show me tons of pictures of the underside of my house. Great explanations of why they choose to do certain things."

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+33

Response time30 mins

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MT. SINAI HOME MAINTENANCE LLC

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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Jacksonville, OR and surrounding areas

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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."

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Response rate96%

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Roto-Rooter of Southern Oregon

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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Jacksonville, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 1935

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"Good work and good ol' Medford boys"

Response time7 hrs

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Superior Landscape & Maintenance

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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Jacksonville, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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Customers say: True professional

"He communicated consistently with us and was willing to do additional projects. Our backyard now feels like an extension of our home."

Response time1 day

Response rate94%

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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Jacksonville, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"They did an excellent job and got it completed even quicker than expected. I will definitely use them again."

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

The white stains you see on your bricks are likely efflorescence, which is salt and lime buildup. To remove efflorescence stains, simply brush them away with a stiff brush. For larger, more stubborn stains, scrub the stains with a water-detergent solution.

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.

Brick and stone are durable, low-maintenance materials that offer excellent insulation, aesthetic appeal, and can increase property value.

Two types of masonry are veneer masonry and solid masonry. Veneer masonry is thin brick or stone material attached to the face of a building. With veneer masonry, the walls support the weight of the masonry products rather than the masonry being built on a concrete footing. Solid masonry is a wall or other brick or stone structure built on a concrete footing, and the masonry supports itself.

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