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Avatar for Inch by Inch Masonry
Inch by Inch Masonry
4.4(
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+3 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris Inch and his co-worker, I think his name is Alex did an excellent job in repointing chimney, making masonry repairs on side of my duplex in city that required stucco repairs, caulking, repaired front porch steps. They just went the extra mile - rehung my exterior shutter and found a piece so that it could be rehung. Friendly yet very professional. They know what they are doing. I would not hesitate to hire them again. All A's except one B and that was because I got a quote back in November, and I responded with more questions but then I never heard back. Out of the blue, I get a call in January and they are ready to do my work. Very responsive once on the scene. But again, excellent job. I also think the price was very reasonable."
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+14

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J&E Masonry Restoration, LLC
J&E Masonry Restoration, LLC
4.7(
34
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairRetaining Wall - Install+5 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We would highly recommend J&E Masonry. They repointed the brick and stone for our 150 yr. old home, it turned out beautifullly. Edgar is professional and meticulous, he takes pride in his work and truly cares about his customers."
brown caot
Brown coat
Stucco
stucco
Chimney Repair

+30

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Bansaz Construction, LLC
Bansaz Construction, LLC
4.7(
81
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bill and his son worked conscientiously to point badly deteriorated brick mortar joints in the wall, from an old roof drainage problem around the chimney. They matched the existing surrounding mortar joints very well, in color and style. The most difficult part of the job was restoring rubble stone joints at the base of the chimney; the joints were so deteriorated, they had to build it back in two stages - results look good."
Hardscape side entry patio
Patio sitting walls
Patio sitting walls
Patio sitting walls
New flag stone walkway

+84

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Gurus, LLC
4.8(
216
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the beginning of the project to the end, Basement Gurus made the process feel painless. They gave me a clear understanding of what remedies were necessary to fix my foundation and ensured that all of my expectations would be met. The contracted workers were timely, considerate, clean, and personable. I would strongly recommend Basement Gurus for any waterproofing work and will be using them as often as necessary in the future."
100 Ft 4 inch HDPE to drywell
Concrete Replacement
Egress Installation
Walls After Wall Pin Installation
After Concrete has been removed

+339

Response time1 day
762 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Smith Waterproofing
4.8(
24
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was able to schedule an appointment for an estimate quickly. They arrived on time and they were very professional. The project was finished in the time frame they projected. They explained exactly what they had done. I was very happy with the end result and would highly recommend them!"
HOUSE LOCATED IN YORK COUNTY
HOUSE LOCATED IN YORK COUNTY
HOUSE LOCATED IN YORK COUNTY
HOUSE LOCATED IN YORK COUNTY
HOUSE LOCATED IN YORK COUNTY

+21

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

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.

The size of your pizza oven will determine the number of bricks necessary to build it. So the bigger your pizza oven, the more fire bricks you’ll need to purchase. Keep in mind that fire bricks cost about $3 each.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

Yes, it is usually possible to repair a damaged brick mailbox. A professional brick mason or masonry contractor can perform the repairs. They can assess the damage, provide an estimate, and help you determine if the repair is worthwhile based on the mailbox's value and the extent of the damage. The repair process may involve sourcing replacement bricks and mortar. Damaged bricks can be cut out and replaced, or the mortar joints can be cut out and retucked. It's important to note that the new mortar may differ in color from the original. If the mailbox insert itself is damaged, it can typically be cut out and replaced as well. If your brick mailbox has been completely destroyed, you should check with your local building code enforcement office before rebuilding, as some areas do not allow brick mailboxes due to the potential hazard they pose to drivers.

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