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Q: Do I need to prime my brick fireplace before painting?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s a good idea to use <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/quick-primer-interior-painting.htm">paint primer</a> on your brick fireplace before painting it. Brick is highly absorbent, so your first few coats of paint will likely seep into the surface of your fireplace, allowing the natural color of the brick to seep through. To avoid this, you&rsquo;ll want to use one or two coats of primer, followed by the topcoat. </p></div>

Q: Do brick houses have framing?

• <div><p>Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don&rsquo;t have traditional framing. </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: 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: Is it better to limewash or whitewash brick?

• <div><p>The choice between <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/limewash-vs-whitewash.htm">limewash vs. whitewash</a> brick depends on aesthetic preference and the desired outcome. Whitewashing creates a softer, more opaque finish, suitable for a rustic or shabby-chic look. Since the solution is paint-based, you can use it on painted brick, unlike limewash. Limewashing offers a more natural, textured appearance, allowing the brick's texture to shine while providing a breathable, protective coating. Conversely, whitewashing is also more forgiving when it comes to application, while limewashing requires more skill but offers a more traditional and durable finish.</p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in November 2019
They did a nice job on our metal roof, however they seem to be lacking in communication. We had two layers of shingles on our roof and asked that both be taken off. The salesman advised it will be done. My wife and I observing the work noticed they only took one layer off and started to put the...
Shell Restoration, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2019
Mike was very professional and timely in his work. The kitchen was large, built with a 3 ft wide concrete countertop and stone facing all around. He also incorporated a built in grill, 3 cabinet doors, a small refrigerator, an under mount sink, and a drop in ice bin. All which I had purchased...
Prestige Home Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
Vince and his crew did an excellent job. Changed stone driveway to asphalt last year ($7,000). Solved drainage problems. Sealed yesterday.
M & D PAVING
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Reviewed in April 2015
CEMEX delivered dirt with very little crushed stone. The crushed stone was smaller than 1/4". They delivered it at 4:30 which was too late to complain when the landscaper tried calling to get replacement stone. When the landscaper called the next day they would not replace it. The landscaper...
CEMEX BUILDING MATERIALS
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Reviewed in April 2015
Original work completed in an appropriate time frame. Follow up gravel work never completed after repeated phone calls by me and assurance by owner it would be completed. .
G and S construction
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Reviewed in April 2013
He told me when the stone started falling off that I had a problem. His wife told me to not call anymore. I did get a settlement for the stone to be taken off and installed properly. It was never installed correctly to the manufacturer’s warranty. They wouldn't respond to the attorney on emails....
Ystone
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Reviewed in July 2012
We had problems with our driveway. Part of it was on a hill and when is rained really hard, the gravel would wash down the hill. Protech regraded the road so that it was slanted toward a ditch on the side. They also put a hump at the top that directs the rain water into the ditch. The job...
PROTECH ASPHALT MAINTENANCE
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Reviewed in October 2004
THIS COMPANY WAS AWFUL. WE WERE PROMISED A 9 AM DELIVERY, AND THEY SHOWED UP AT 1 PM (THEY CALLED AND SAID THEY WOULD BE THERE AT 11 AM). THEY BROUGHT OUT THE STONE AND WERE TO TAILGATE IT. WE HAD EXPLAINED THAT WE HAD A CONSTRUCTION STATE DRIVE THAT NEEDED TO BE LEVELED AND WIDENED. I INQUIRED...
NIXON SUPPLY
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ECX

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ECX is dedicated to providing exceptional service to all of our customers. We understand that excavation projects can be stressful and overwhelming which is why we strive to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our team of professionals is committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. At ECX, LLC we believe that our customers satisfaction is the key to success. We go the extra mile to ensure that our customers are happy with our work and that their needs are met. We take the time to listen to our customers' needs and concerns, and we work closely with them to develop a plan that meets their specific requirements. Our team is equipped with the latest tools and equipment to ensure that we can handle any excavation project, big or small. We are committed to safety and take all necessary precautions to ensure that our work is done safely and efficiently. Call us today for a free quote.

"Great guys. Prompt on job everyday. They really work with the customers vision of the job. Very satisfied and would recommend them to anyone and would hire them again!"

Chuck C on November 2024

"Great guys. Prompt on job everyday. They really work with the customers vision of the job. Very satisfied and would recommend them to anyone and would hire them again!"

Chuck C on November 2024

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