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Ram Jack West
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Concrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Vida, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After another contractor told me I needed $13000 to level 1 corner of garage, Ramjack said it wasn't necessary yet but to keep watch for anymore movement and let them know."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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John's Waterproofing Co.
4.0(
72
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Vida, OR and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The project was out of my dad's budget, but he did offer a different solution we will do ourselves. He lets us know it would be cheaper if we did it ourselves. I loved that! My dad has been scammed before and it's refreshing to have someone be honest. I will definitely be referring them to friends and family! Thank you to Sammy Brooks!"
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+38

Response time6 hrs
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

A traditional rectangular brick that is used for siding, brick walks, and pathways is 8 inches long by 4 inches wide. If you are shopping for fire bricks, the standard dimension is typically 9 inches long by 4.5 inches wide.

If you’re attempting to mix and pour your own mortar, expect to pay between $5 to $10 for an 80-pound bag of mix. The cost to repair mortar, however, can range from $300 to $500 for a 20-square-foot wall. The larger the area and the more extensive the repair, the higher the cost.

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.

Certain towns and homeowner associations (HOAs) ban brick mailboxes because of the risk of obstruction. They are sometimes only permitted in cases where four or more homes share a mailbox. Homeowners may need to obtain special permits in some locations. One of the top masonry contractor hiring tips is to ask a local pro if they can show you examples of recent work that meets local code regulations.

The Vida, OR homeowners’ guide to masonry services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.