"It is with great alacrity and satisfaction that I write this review of Arch Masonry. We undertook some renovations on our house, and the lower section required masonry work. I reached out to Arch Masonry, and Derk promptly contacted me, coming to our home to provide a fair estimate for the job. Derek’s employees were professional and completed the work with great care. We had the front of the house mended, and we were so pleased that we decided to continue the masonry work on the back of the house and the foundation. Derek was timely in his work and offered competitive pricing. I would highly recommend Arch Masonry to anyone seeking high-quality masonry services. Derek embodies professionalism, and I often wish I had the money, land, and resources to build a grand castle in my neighborhood, constructed by Derek’s masonry company. Sincerely, The Mosleys"
"Valter and his crew were prompt, courteous, respectful, and hard-working. Communication was great, and Valter consulted me at every step. His crew flawlessly re-pointed our foundation in several spots, built a new border around our front garden, and laid in a paved walkway. The results were stunning. Valter was direct, honest, and fair in his estimate and pricing. We will definitely work with him again!"
"WOW! We called around and got quotes from many masonry pros, and then we heard about Kevin through a friend. He was truly amazing from start to finish! He wanted to learn all about our project, and put together several proposals that would fit our needs & budget. He actually talked us OUT of a couple of unnecessary upgrades that most others were pushing. From design to scheduling to followup, he worked with us to get everything done in a timely and super high quality manner. We couldn't be more happy and we will never use anyone else for such projects. Highly recommended! A+++++++"
"Toward the end of the project Ray took care of some of my last minute request which was greatly appreciated. I spoke to him about other projects in my home that I would hire him for in the future. Thanks Frank"
"Ive had New England Foundation & Crack repair do a sump pump and a foundation crack repair at my house. Theyve always arrived on time, knowledable crew, and always clean up before they leave. They are quck to respond and dont leave you hanging. Very satisfied with the work and didnt break the bank on costs."
Since 1986 we have been a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality building construction, and restoration services. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
Owners Eric Furney and Derek Waters have been best friends for 20 years, both following in the footsteps of their fathers who excel in the masonry industry. The two came together to provide the highest level of service and experience to their clients! Eastside Stoneworks is a locally owned and operated business built on providing a final product which will last a lifetime. It is important to us that every client feels comfortable & confident in hiring us. Our goal is to bring the highest level of masonry art to your project! Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Joe and his team did a great job. The team is extremely professional in all aspects of their work, from the fist phone call to completing the work. I would, and have already, recommend Nature-Redesigned Landscaping to others looking for landscaping construction. Great job!"
"Can’t say enough good things about 2DD Construction, highly recommend and will hire them again in the future - Eladio and his team redid a retaining wall - which was a big, big job- I had different/other contractors come see the wall but Eladio was responsive, straight forward, knowledgeable, and didn’t just offer patch work or workarounds. Throughout the project they were on schedule, professional, honest and did an excellent job. Mr. Eladio and his team did the work exactly as described, I would highly recommend and plan on working with them in the future."
They provide excellent heat retention and durability and add a classic aesthetic to a home.
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.
Brick and stone are durable, low-maintenance materials for siding and walls that offer excellent insulation, aesthetic appeal, and can increase property value.
Do not use super glue to hang lights on brick unless you want your lights up year-round. Hot glue is a better choice because it’s easily removable with a small amount of rubbing alcohol. Super glue is very hard to remove, and you could tear off parts of the brick in the removal process.
You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven’s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven.
The Rumford, RI homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Find out the average brick and stone repair cost in Boston, MA. Learn what you can expect to pay for local masonry repairs and restore your home's exterior.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
