Do cracks in brick always mean foundation problems?

• <div><p>New constructions need time to “settle” and sometimes, small hairline cracks occur as a result. Larger horizontal or “stair step” cracks, however, are usually a sign of a deeper, more severe issue. It could indicate an issue with the soil beneath the home, a problem caused by an overgrown tree, or another problem.</p></div>

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Q: How long does stone last?

• <div><p>Stone can last anywhere from 15 to 100 years before it needs to be restored. You should clean your stone flooring or countertops regularly using cleaners designed for stone surfaces. Stay on top of vacuuming to prevent scratches from deteriorating stone faster, deep clean your stone surfaces using a pH-neutral cleaning solution at least once a year, and reseal the stone every one to five years, depending on foot traffic or usage.</p></div>

Q: Should I drill into the brick or the mortar joints?

• <div><p>You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick&mdash;something that&rsquo;s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it&rsquo;s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-anchors-for-brick.htm">brick anchoring</a>, you'll need to check the manufacturer&rsquo;s recommendations and adjust accordingly.</p></div>

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: Do cracks in brick always mean foundation problems?

• <div><p>New constructions need time to &ldquo;settle&rdquo; and sometimes, small hairline cracks occur as a result. Larger horizontal or &ldquo;stair step&rdquo; cracks, however, are usually a sign of a deeper, more severe issue. It could indicate an issue with the soil beneath the home, a problem caused by an overgrown tree, or another problem.</p></div>

Q: How is natural stone formed?

• <div><p>Natural stone is formed in deep layers of the Earth through natural processes over thousands of years. The solid composition formations become massive rock beds, or quarries, from which miners extract them.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2019
I asked Matt to convert a 14 by 14 chain-link enclosed dog run into a covered tri-plex bird rehab facility. Simple in concept, VERY complicated in execution. Matt was wonderful in understanding what I wanted, figured out - in advance - all the details, and pulled it off! This was all last...
Matthew G Hunter
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Reviewed in March 2015
Somebody had given me their name and said they knew the owner of the company and they are really good. They are very caring and honest. The front yard is 12 x 12 locations and the left side was mulch and river rock and it was maybe 15 feet wide and 70 feet long. The backyard is maybe 40 feet...
EMERALD LAWNS
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Reviewed in December 2011
Tim is a great guy. Very honest and professional. My first encounter with Tim was when he came out to talk about some work around the yard. Who knew he would spend over an hour, of his personal time, at my house helping me to try and find a shut off valve. Prior to Tim submitting a bid, he...
WATER-RITE INC
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Reviewed in November 2014
Met with contractor to discuss job - was easy to schedule with him and he was on time. Steve was very direct and easy to deal with - did not try to "up-sell" job. Had practical suggestions. He gave me a realistic schedule and completed the job as contracted. As I don't live full time at the...
COASTAL LANDSCAPE
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Reviewed in September 2013
Kat and her husband work as an effective team and they go far beyond most contractors to get the product exactly where you want it, including difficult locations. I called them twice on very short notice (less than half a day), and they showed up on time and in good humor. Their truck is...
Kephart Innovations LLC
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Reviewed in July 2009
My project of upgrading my daughter's gravel driveway, without her knowledge, went superbly. There were parts of the driveway, especially near the road, where there was a depression where water would stand after a heavy rain, or become slushy or frozen in the winter. There was also a...
McConnell Sand & Stone
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Reviewed in February 2015
It went totally smoothly. We called in our request late the afternoon before for a single full load (12 cubic yards spread), offering that there was "no hurry" and "whatever meshed with their schedule". They said they'd be out first thing in the morning. By about 8:00am they'd already arrived...
Teevin & Fischer Quarry
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Reviewed in October 2014
Excellent! Dave was very careful to preserve native plants and mosses down the middle of the drive by covering them with plastic while spreading material with mini track-hoe. Finished job looks great, was done promptly.
Dave Stafford Excavation
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