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Groundworks
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Serving Salters, 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!"
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+13

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Recommended by68%of homeowners
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MEC Masonry
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Serving Salters, SC and surrounding areas

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"McKeever and partner arrived on time and cheerful. He inspected the fireplace, gave an estimate and offered suggestions. He used the proper materials for the job and went the extra mile by including pointing? to some areas not including in quote. They left the job site tidy and secure. I also felt comfortable with the cost. I am a Realtor and had been looking for a "licensed" masonry contractor I could trust and depend on for client needs. Now I have one."
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+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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S C Brick
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Serving Salters, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"Very detailed and takes pride in the job he does. Took up an old brick walk built in 1930, cleaned mortar from bricks, and relayed them in a very difficult pattern. Took his time to measure each row to line up perfectly! I highly recommend him to do any masonry job!! In my opinion heâ s the best! I am extremely pleased with his work and the finished job!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

To stain brick, you should use a product specifically formulated for brick, concrete, or other masonry surfaces. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it. This is different from paint, which sits on the surface and is prone to peeling, flaking, and trapping moisture that can cause damage. Water-based brick stains are often recommended because they are easy to apply, even for DIYers, and they allow the brick to breathe. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere properly and can lead to future maintenance problems.

When painting brick, each application method has pros and cons. Spraying is much faster but may not penetrate the porous surface of the bricks. Rolling is effective for getting paint into the bricks but doesn't work as well on the mortar. Brushing is very time-consuming and also won't penetrate beyond the surface. For the best results, a combination of spraying and rolling is often recommended. If you use a roller, choose a thick option (at least a half-inch) and ensure the paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage.

The material you use depends on how hard-wearing your steps need to be and what you want them to look like. The most common stone for exterior steps is bluestone. It’s hard-wearing and durable, and bluestone steps cost between $15 and $30 per linear foot. Limestone is also a popular option and is mid-range, costing $25 to $50 per linear foot. You should always consider the specific requirements of your project before ordering any materials.

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’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.

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