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Artwork Masonry Construction
4.9(
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving Awendaw, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Customers say: True professional

"I was quite impressed with the amazing workmanship and professionalism from this company. The fireplace is a showcase, and I've received many compliments regarding how beautiful it is! My wife and I are very pleased and will definitely use this company again in the future."
Fireplaces
Firepit
Outdoor Kitchen
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.3(
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+2 more

Serving Awendaw, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently had foundation work completed by Mountain Valley Foundation Services, and we can’t say enough good things! The level of professionalism, attention to detail, promptness, and work ethic deserves ten stars! Specifically, Will, Jimmy, and Myshaun were excellent to work with!"
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation

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132 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Apex Home Innovations, LLC
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25
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Awendaw, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was completed to a very high standard. Every step of the way, they were more than willing to show exactly what was being completed. Work was completed very efficiently and quickly. Would definitely recommend for any attic insulation projects!"
Response time5 days
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
M & M Concrete Services
4.5(
6
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Concrete Foundation - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Awendaw, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

"Project went very well and the team worked quickly. Everything that I wanted was accomplished. The only issue is a crack that has developed on the back patio. This is due to the existing patio being poured over and not cut out due to being monolithic with the house foundation. The difference is how the concrete was married together is the reason for the crack and not the fault of work. Reason for 4 star is some property was damaged by operator of a skid steer. Parts were paid for by contractor but operator could have been more careful to avoid the issue altogether. Highly recommend."
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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—something that’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’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 brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

Choosing the right paint color for your brick house can be a daunting task. A great strategy is to find painted brick houses that you like and try to replicate the look by researching their colors or asking the homeowners for the specific paint color code.

If you're looking for specific ideas, several colors work well on brick. Different shades of white, such as off-white or cream-white, can create a modern, timeless, and classic look that is unlikely to go out of style. For a more contemporary aesthetic, you might consider a matte black tone. Other popular choices include gray, blue, and sage green.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

The premise for painting a brick building is fairly simple: Prime the bricks to seal the surface and apply the top coat to protect your brick home. However, it’s easy to miss a few important steps if you’re starting from a raw brick surface and don’t know the basics of how to paint brick. So be sure to reach out to a local professional painter if you have any reservations about correctly painting your brick house.

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