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Avatar for Pineda Nunez Construction, LLC
Pineda Nunez Construction, LLC
4.8(
15
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was well done. Only issue was the changing schedule of when they were coming, but then didn't come until a later time. Communication could have been better so we weren't left wondering. They did have a good number of workers when it was necessary to work the concrete. I would use them again."
Fences - Medford
Fences - Medford
Fences - Medford
Fences - Medford
Pavors

+36

Response time3 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Pacific Builders Tim Hogue
3.7(
35
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Concrete Foundation - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+1 more

Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They built a beautiful 4 seasons room for us which included demo of existing deck and metal cover. They took care of everything from foundation with drainage, roof, walls, windows, doors, siding and all. Excellent suggestions, worked well through things and gave us a beautiful elegant new room at a reasonable price."
Coustom base board
Dewitt's project
Dewitt's project
Dewitt's project
stone fire place

+42

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Get Blessed Enterprises LLC
4.3(
13
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Richard from get blessed enterprises has done a outstanding job building our fence. Richard and his crew are very professional, friendly, hard working and they get the job done! I would recommend Richard and his team to any one looking for quality craftsmen to work on anything and everything at your home. Good job Richard.....thank you"
Garage Framing
Attic
Nice Bedroom
Handicap Ramp
I want a ramp here

+3

Response time3 days
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, an outdoor fireplace should use fire bricks. Fire bricks are specially designed to withstand high levels of heat and thus won’t crack as easily as regular bricks when exposed to the intense heat inside a fireplace.

Cobblestone is not a type of rock but a term for a mosaic or rock laid down as a surface. It used to be made from the closest available stone but now can be made from nearly any hard rock, as machining has made shaping the stone much easier and cheaper.

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.

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.

For most brick cleaning jobs, including fireplace bricks, use a masonry sponge and a gentle cleaner. A simple solution of equal parts water and vinegar, or a few drops of dish soap in a bowl of water, can effectively remove grime. For tougher stains, you can use a dedicated masonry or fireplace cleaner. It is crucial to wet the bricks thoroughly with water before applying any cleaning solution to prevent the brick from absorbing it, and to rinse the surface completely afterward. Harsher cleaners containing bleach or ammonia should only be used as a last resort, and they should never be mixed together.

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