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Avatar for Masonry Arts
Masonry Arts
4.8(
284
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+3 more

Serving Live Oak, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent experience. Bob (owner) came out and gave a very fair estimate. Bob also came out when the work was performed. Javier did the repairs. Performed the repairs for the estimate given. Looks great. They coordinated both visits. Showed up on time. Cleaned everything up. Will definitely use in the future if I need any masonry work done."
Outdoor Fireplace
Medina Lake house
Historic mortar repairs
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+18

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Risen Foundation Solutions
5.0(
29
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Live Oak, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with this foundation repair company from start to finish. They were professional, courteous, and honest throughout the entire process. They showed up on time, communicated clearly, and took the time to make sure the work was done right. Their quality of work was outstanding, and their pricing was very reasonable. I also appreciated that they cleaned up the area when the job was finished. It’s refreshing to work with a company that takes pride in what they do and treats its customers right. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing foundation repair!"
Helotes project
Wildhorse neighborhood
Camelot Neighborhood
Front of property
Risen Foundations Response Unit to the rescue!

+114

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Cornerstone Masonry
5.0(
15
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Live Oak, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Extremely happy with the work preformed by Cornerstone Masonry. We had 2 projects preformed over the course of about 1 month and Phil and Tim were extremely easy to work with. The quality of the work is A++, these jobs would have been considerably more expensive but they priced very well."
Stone Walkway
Exterior Hardscaping and Walkway
Stone Walkway
Exterior Hardscaping and Walkway
Stone Walkway

+58

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Vantage Foundation Repair
5.0(
24
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Live Oak, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had some foundation issues, such as a failed tension cable and a tree growing close to my house. Vantage Foundation Repair came out within 24hrs inspected my foundation, addressed my concerns, and provided solutions during the visit. Very impressed. Would highly recommend their services."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Babco Foundation Repair
5.0(
23
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Concrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Live Oak, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Top notch company! Everyone was so friendly and professional. It's hard to find a business that is this responsive and polite nowadays! Plus they did an excellent job on the repairs. We will be using Babco Foundation Repair for all our concrete projects from now on and recommending them to friends and family. Thanks so much!"
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ibarreal Construction
5.0(
31
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Concrete Foundation - InstallBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace

Serving Live Oak, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very happy with the services received and work done. Very professional, efficient, and excellent quality of work. I would use Ibarreal Construction again for future projects, and recommend them for anyone looking for a contractor."
Bathroom remodel
New shower with grab bars
Exterior refresh
Concrete slab
Siding Project

+46

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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We Can Rock It
4.6(
65
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Live Oak, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! \n

Landscape entire property
Landscape entire property
Landscape entire property
Landscape entire property
Landscape entire property

+23

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

Not all cracks in brick indicate foundation problems. For instance, small hairline cracks can occur as a new construction settles. However, larger cracks are often a sign of a more severe issue. Indicators of a potential foundation problem include long horizontal cracks, "stair-step" cracks, vertical cracks that appear indoors, or any crack that widens at the top. Other signs of structural damage to look for are uneven floors and doors or windows that stick. These issues could be caused by problems with the soil beneath the home or an overgrown tree.

Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.

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.

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

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