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Michener Chimney and Masonry
4.8(
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Serving Donora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A Cut Above many other Contractors! We had needed brick pointing done on our home for a few years. We are also in the middle of a renovation project for our game room and that included the installation of a sliding glass door where a window was. The door install required that a steel lintel be moved up to accommodate the height of the new door. We were very fortunate that we called Michener Chimney and Masonry to come and have a look. They came out in a timely fashion and gave their estimate to us in just a few days. Once we agreed to get the work done, Jim and his team from Michener began the work quickly. They were professional and friendly and did a wonderful job on all of the aspects of the project. Communication with them was easy, clear and accurate. We would highly recommend anyone needing brick or masonry work to use Michener Chimney and Masonry. Thank you Jim for doing such an amazing job and keeping our renovation project on-time and with your quality craftsmanship!"
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Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Stone Mason
4.7(
21
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Serving Donora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mason, from Stone Mason, is one of the most responsive , professional contractors I have ever dealt with. The entire experience could not have been better. He was very thorough while developing a quote and it was evident that he understood exactly what needed to be done. He also was the only company that knew exactly what the brick on the original structure was and obtained enough to match our house. Lastly, since our house is 100 years old, he tinted the brick to match. Both he and his colleague were friendly, knowledgeable, timely and efficient. I can not be more satisfied."
Mountain ledge rock
Tuscan
Rough Tuscan
Kentucky ledge rock
Kentucky ledge rock 3/8 joint

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mark Funk Masonry Maintenance
4.3(
43
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Serving Donora, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Customers say: Quality work

"Mark Funk and his Masonry Maintenance Company completed an exterior brick repair, cleaning, and pointing project on our 91 year old house in Mt Lebanon, PA. I cannot say enough good not only about the work they did, but also about their professionalism, skill, and dollar value for such quality work. Thanks to Mark Funk and his crew, our old house has been restored to its original beauty and the brickwork to its structural integrity. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND Mark Funk's Masonry Maintenance Company for YOUR masonry projects."
Stacked Stone Restoration
Stacked Stone Restoration
Stacked Stone Restoration
Versa-Lok Wall
Versa-Lok Wall

+12

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Rick Page Quality Landscaping
4.4(
240
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Serving Donora, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"It has been some time since I had the work done. Rick and his crew arrived on time on 10/2019. It started to rain that morning but as soon as it slowed down, they started to remove the 4 unsightly hedges from the front of the house. They cleared out all the weeds that had grown between the driveway and a 100 foot retaining wall. Also the weeds above the retaining wall at the front corner of the house. There was an overgrown Magnolia tree, Rhododendron bush that was pruned and a sticker bush that I had cut down. The debris was cleared from the entire area. I had Rick return in 7/2020 to clear out the weeds again along the driveway and the front corner of the house. He sprayed the area for weeds, covered the entire areas completely with plastic and mulch. I was satisfied with the work that was done and would hire again."
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Walls
Water Gardens
Stone Work
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.3(
149
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Serving Donora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Baker waterproofing did an excellent job on my foundation. They were quick and efficient. The crew: Jeremy, Chuck and Reed were courteous and professional. They did an excellent job and left everything cleaned up afterwards."
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Foundation
Concrete
Concrete

+15

651 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Highlander Waterproofing, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Donora, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very informative about the process/procedures of the foundation waterproofing repair. The work was done by Shaun and 2 helpers. The work was completed in about 7 hours."
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Rear Foundation Wall
Existing Foundation Wall Not On Footer
Wall Rebuild
Corner Pilaster

+39

Response time7 hrs
129 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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H&R Waterproofing, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Donora, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys were awesome! Super kind, fast, and really did a great job. Cannot recommend them enough! They did both foundation work and waterproofing at the same time and solved all our issues!"
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Waterproof
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Drainage

+17

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

You may not need a hammer drill if you’re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often.

No, using a power sander on brick is not recommended because the force of the sander can destroy brick's fragile outer layer. Even using sandpaper on brick is discouraged because of the damage its abrasiveness can cause.

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.

Most of the time, you don’t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.

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