Can it be dangerous to drill into brick?

• <div><p>Drilling into brick doesn’t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it’s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall’s structural integrity. Applying too much force can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cracked-brick-always-foundation-issue.htm">crack or chip the brick</a>, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength. </p></div>

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Q: What are the disadvantages of stone houses?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/questions-ask-masonry-contractor.htm"> questions to ask a masonry contractor</a> is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material. </p></div>

Q: What is the best thing to clean brick with?

• <div><p>For most masonry cleaning jobs, you should use a masonry sponge and a gentle cleaner like dish soap, vinegar, or a dedicated fireplace or masonry cleaner. Harsher bleach-based or ammonia cleaning agents should only be used if necessary and never mixed together.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth keeping old bricks?

• <div><p>If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they&rsquo;ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You&rsquo;d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won&rsquo;t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.</p></div>

Q: What type of drill is best for brick?

• <div><p>The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you&rsquo;re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.</p></div>

Q: Can it be dangerous to drill into brick?

• <div><p>Drilling into brick doesn&rsquo;t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it&rsquo;s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall&rsquo;s structural integrity. Applying too much force can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cracked-brick-always-foundation-issue.htm">crack or chip the brick</a>, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength. </p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2014
This was the second time I used them after doing the review. I was very + pleased with them . They are an excellent company. They are very easy to work with. Overall experience, I will give them a straight A. Maybe you should be patient when making an initial contact with them, because they are...
NEMETH CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in July 2013
Very, very professional and the work is amazing. Nothing negative about him, everything's positive. He's professional and on time.
Bruce A Snyder Masonry
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Reviewed in January 2012
Great service and by far the lowest bid I received. Could not be happier with the service. Did exactly what they said they would for a good price and cleaned it up better than when they got there. A plus.
Chimney Doctor
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Reviewed in April 2013
This was a house we had just purchased, and we were not aware of the fact that the furnace flue was missing a cap (!). We were glad this was pointed out to us, although we are unsure whether the price was fair (about the same as having the chimney swept). Although the person who swept the...
POLYAK SERVICES INC
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Reviewed in October 2012
These guys were amazing! The sidewalks turned out beautiful and prior to starting offered a creative suggestion. (That I took, and turned out beautiful!) I am VERY happy with how the project turned out, and the work ethic of the guys on the crew. Kept me informed during all phases of the...
Rose Masonry
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Reviewed in May 2022
Johnson Masonry Restoration did an exemplary job rebuilding a block wall, which was caving in the entrance to my basement in my home. They completely dismantled the old wall and built a new one to replace it. For the second job, they completed a new drainage system down my walkway which now...
Johnson Masonry Restoration LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
John Giddings has done several jobs for us and every time he has done a great job. He and his workers show up early, work a full day, and continue to come until the job is complete. He is capable of doing basically anything from full bathrooms (including the electric, plumbing, painting, and...
John Giddings
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Reviewed in August 2015
This is a stucco house on a slab and they went around the house with a sealant between the house and the sidewalk to prevent rain from seeping through and into the house. They placed a sealant on the concrete when the concrete had set. They removed the old debris of the sidewalk. It took...
Lincoln Restoration Services
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Reviewed in June 2014
I hired Schubert in July and gave a large deposit. Work started later than scheduled in August. We requested a larger porch than original given an estimate for. We provided another 500 down but were never given an new estimate. The job dragged on and when the patio bricks on top of the porch...
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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

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At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!

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