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Q: Do chimney cleaning bricks work?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-creosote-sweeping-logs-really-work.htm">chimney cleaning brick or log</a> can help loosen creosote between professional chimney cleaning appointments. Although they can help keep your chimney cleaner, they are not a substitute for chimney sweeping and are not meant to be used regularly.</p></div>

Q: Can you enlarge windows in a brick house?

• <div><p>Yes, you can enlarge windows in a brick house. Your masonry contractor will need to cut away exterior brick to make space for the larger window, and you may also need to consult a structural engineer to make sure the window is properly supported inside the frame of the house.</p></div>

Q: How do you get soot off chimney bricks?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.</p></div>

Q: How often does brick need to be repointed?

• <div><p>Repointing brick is recommended every 25 to 30 years. Professional repointing can easily last this long if you're following all basic <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/preventive-maintenance-brick-and-stone-exteriors.htm">brick and stone maintenance tips</a>. However, you may find that you need repointing more often if you live in an area that sees harsh weather or if the construction of your home was rushed. Additionally, if you DIY your brick repointing, you&rsquo;re more likely to find that you need additional repointing more often, so every 10 to 15 years might be more appropriate. </p></div>

Q: Does brick stain peel?

• <div><p>Brick stain doesn&rsquo;t peel or chip and is much more durable than painting. That&rsquo;s because the staining is absorbed into the brick instead of lingering on the surface as paint does. The color retains even under extreme weather conditions. Therefore, brick stain will save you a lot of time and cost on maintenance in the long run.</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...
Schubert Masonry
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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

224 Harrison Street, Suite 210

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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

224 Harrison Street, Suite 210

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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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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

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Appalachian Preservation Services, LLC

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YWL Pools and Spas

J Phelps General Contracting

J Phelps General Contracting

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Raker Builders Co

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Cameron's Concrete LLC

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Flaugh's Construction and Design

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Fosbrink Construction

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