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FOUR J CONSTRUCTION
4.9(
7
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Cross Plains, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

"His crew was very professional and knowledgeable about all kinds of construction work. They showed up on time and got the job done fast with great attention to detail. I will highly recommend them to anyone looking for construction or anything around the house. There is nothing these guys can't do. You must give them a shot!"
Roofing Project
Remodeling - General Project
Landscaping Project
Siding Project
Roofing Project

+54

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Los Twins Concrete
4.9(
8
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Concrete Foundation - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Cross Plains, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very pleased with Los Twins Concrete. Abraham and his wife were extremely dependable, stayed in touch throughout the project, completed it on time and on budget. The crew does excellent work, worked long days when they did not have to and performed as I would expect a professional crew to perform. Post job cleanup was complete and done well. Will use them for any future concrete work."
Work
Prep
Prep
Deleon
Stamped

+20

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Iron Eagle Construction
New to Angi
Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairConcrete Foundation - RaiseRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Cross Plains, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication,\nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best\nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look\nforward to earning your business!\n

Before
Gutters
25 peak
Back wall
20 ft by 60 ft equipment shed

+18

Response time1 day
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Brick houses can last at least 100 years with minimal maintenance. With regular care and attention, including mortar repointing, brick houses can last 500 years or more.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.

Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.

Common causes include weather exposure, moisture, and settling. Regular maintenance prevents significant damage.

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