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With over 10 years experience, we deliver the highest-quality custom designs, workmanship, and professionalism. We have combined fine craftsmanship with an unparalled creative edge. Exceptional service and committment to quality can give you the confidence that you deserve in a contractor. When only the best will do, call us! Apex was built on the foundation of "doing things right" and successfully continues to grow because of it. Based in Aberdeen, SD, Apex Masonry & Construction serves all of South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska. If you are searching for a reliable, experienced, creative contractor, we would love to hear from you! We specialize in all custom, creative concrete work. From concrete planters, to concrete tables, to stained concrete patios, to concrete countertops, we can create a custom piece designed to meet your wants and needs. If you can think it, we can make it! Or if you're not sure what you want, let us help by providing many options.

With over 10 years experience, we deliver the highest-quality custom designs, workmanship, and professionalism. We have combined fine craftsmanship with an unparalled creative edge. Exceptional service and committment to quality can give you the confidence that you deserve in a contractor. When only the best will do, call us! Apex was built on the foundation of "doing things right" and successfully continues to grow because of it. Based in Aberdeen, SD, Apex Masonry & Construction serves all of South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska. If you are searching for a reliable, experienced, creative contractor, we would love to hear from you! We specialize in all custom, creative concrete work. From concrete planters, to concrete tables, to stained concrete patios, to concrete countertops, we can create a custom piece designed to meet your wants and needs. If you can think it, we can make it! Or if you're not sure what you want, let us help by providing many options.

Stone and Gravel questions, answered by experts

In certain cases, such as when dealing with surfaces like concrete rather than brick, grout can be used instead of mortar. Grout tends to be more convenient to work with on non-masonry surfaces. However, many experts suggest using mortar whenever possible, as it provides stronger adherence to the bricks and results in a more textured appearance.

Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it’s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.

Handbuilt masonry fireplaces are likely what comes to mind when we think about curling up by the fire at the end of the day. But bricks in the firebox and chimney tend to be heavy, which is not ideal for homes with weak or damaged foundations.

Prefabricated fireboxes come with a full flue and chimney system, significantly reducing the price and installation time. However, if you need to replace the panels down the line, you are locked into the same model or something very similar.

Yes, technically, you can pressure wash the paint off of brick. However, you run a much greater risk of damaging the brick and causing serious problems. If you go this route, you’ll still need to carefully choose and apply a chemical paint stripper before washing, following all instructions on the product packaging. Set your power washer to a low pressure to avoid damage.

Cobblestone can be made from many different types of stones but the most common ones, by far, are granite, basalt, limestone, and sandstone.  If you are laying a brick paver patio or other such project, the medium is different. It’s rare, but cobblestone can also be made from marble, slate, jasper, and other types of rock. Technically, you can make cobblestone from almost any type of rock, but if it is weather-resistant and stands the test of time is another question entirely.

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