The project started Thanksgiving week, Nov 2015 with the demo, halted for the Thanksgiving holiday, resumed until the Christmas-New Year holiday, then restarted until it was complete in mid-Jan 2016. The end result was fantastic. His masonry sub did a masterful job in blending in new limestone on the exterior wall with the old limestone when we put in a new, smaller window in the bathroom. His tile and painting sub was amazing--did beautiful tile work with an exacting degree of meticulousness. His electrician was solid as they come--found electrical problems at the utility box, fixed them, and got on with wiring the bathroom of new lights, a fan, & a heater. His plumber also ran into problems with how the old plumbing was done in the bathroom and very quickly took care of re-doing it correctly and hooking up all the plumbing fixtures. His carpentry sub did a wonderful job in building the storage towers for the vanity. Piotr's own workmen did absolutely solid work in framing out the new window, doing the concrete and prep work for tiling the shower, and painting out the old vanity to match the new storage towers that were built. Piotr himself went on the hunt for a granite remnant that blended with all the other tile and he picked out a perfect color. Saved us money in the process. His flooring sub did a very nice job in laying down the hardwood floors. All of the crews were respectful, helpful, and did a fairly decent job a cleaning up after themselves. We are so pleased with MM&I remodeling and plan to hire them again and again as we update the house. We trust him implicitly. If his schedule is booked, we will wait for him to become available. Piotr truly wanted us to be happy about all details of the project and went the extra mile to ensure all details were perfect.
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Masonry Work reviews from real Angi homeowners in Nixon, TX
I was deployed to Iraq, and my wife was power of attorney. They completely took advantage of her. They left the yard in a complete disaster, trees cut down and left, trash, left no grass, the driveway was just a pile of base and not even evenly spread.... The house was poorly finished. Cheap...
Anthony C.
5.0
02/2019
Jose Luis is a true professional tradesman. He came to the home to discuss the job and materials that would be used to perform the work. He provided a detailed, written estimate in 2 days. We agreed on the timing and he executed the job in the specified time period. He cleaned the job site...
Christina D.
5.0
01/2016
In Oct 2015, 1 emailed Piotr Pawlowski (owner) to discuss a renovation project and within days had an appointment to discuss the matter. We discussed the need to incorporate aging-in-place features in the bathroom update so my Mom could use the bathroom safely as she becomes more frail and...
Picked Allied after comparing price, service, warranty with several other fence companies. The masonry work is top notch. Fence was custom made to fit the slope of my yard. Welds are professional and clean looking. I would contract with them again without hesitation. Thanks to Josh, Mandy and...
Built on a foundation of trust, G.L. Hunt has served Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and San Antonio with foundation repair services for over 30 years. Specializing in residential and commercial foundation repair, drainage services including french drains, and concrete leveling, our primary concern is customer satisfaction. That’s why we provide foundation repair financing and free inspections for homeowners. As we strive to find permanent solutions, we also offer transferable foundation repair warranties.
"Charlie Rodriguez was really informative. He gave me all the options I have and was not just trying to sell me their product. I highly recommend this company."
Luis C on October 2025
Built on a foundation of trust, G.L. Hunt has served Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and San Antonio with foundation repair services for over 30 years. Specializing in residential and commercial foundation repair, drainage services including french drains, and concrete leveling, our primary concern is customer satisfaction. That’s why we provide foundation repair financing and free inspections for homeowners. As we strive to find permanent solutions, we also offer transferable foundation repair warranties.
"Charlie Rodriguez was really informative. He gave me all the options I have and was not just trying to sell me their product. I highly recommend this company."
We are a full-service masonry co., locally owned & operated, & do all types of masonry work from entire new houses to commercial buildings to small mortar crack repairs. No job is too small as we treat all projects equally. We place extreme importance in our service, quality of work, & happiness of every customer. We want to give each customer "more than their money's worth" at every opportunity we can. Angie's list winner of "the 2009 Super Service Award"(2 awards), "2010 Super Service Award" (5 awards), 2011 award (8 awards), 2012 award (4 awards), and 2013 award (5 awards), 2014 awards, & every year including the newest 2018 awards. Always a perfect rating on the BBB. Ambassador membership of the Texas State Historical Association. NOTICE: Due to our blessing of success from a great reputation & quality work, along with an increased number of Angie's List members in San Antonio, etc., please allow extra time in me returning calls. We can still do rush jobs, etc. it's just that at times I'm extremely busy & get very many calls all on the same day. I like to stay small enough without a huge amount of employees, to ensure hands-on quality in work & correctness & in me doing all sales calls. But I surely will return your call the first possible chance. Thanks! Bob
"Fantastic job, beautiful results, great work crew and good people to work with. They exceeded my expectations in every way."
WALTER L on September 2022
We are a full-service masonry co., locally owned & operated, & do all types of masonry work from entire new houses to commercial buildings to small mortar crack repairs. No job is too small as we treat all projects equally. We place extreme importance in our service, quality of work, & happiness of every customer. We want to give each customer "more than their money's worth" at every opportunity we can. Angie's list winner of "the 2009 Super Service Award"(2 awards), "2010 Super Service Award" (5 awards), 2011 award (8 awards), 2012 award (4 awards), and 2013 award (5 awards), 2014 awards, & every year including the newest 2018 awards. Always a perfect rating on the BBB. Ambassador membership of the Texas State Historical Association. NOTICE: Due to our blessing of success from a great reputation & quality work, along with an increased number of Angie's List members in San Antonio, etc., please allow extra time in me returning calls. We can still do rush jobs, etc. it's just that at times I'm extremely busy & get very many calls all on the same day. I like to stay small enough without a huge amount of employees, to ensure hands-on quality in work & correctness & in me doing all sales calls. But I surely will return your call the first possible chance. Thanks! Bob
"Fantastic job, beautiful results, great work crew and good people to work with. They exceeded my expectations in every way."
WALTER L on September 2022
Rigid Concrete
314 Vine Street
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Rigid Concrete
314 Vine Street
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We specialize in concrete services, repairs, pouring, leveling, driveways, walkways, stamped patios, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Back. Porch with cover was done. Great job…matches house perfectly!"
Albert R on March 2025
We specialize in concrete services, repairs, pouring, leveling, driveways, walkways, stamped patios, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Back. Porch with cover was done. Great job…matches house perfectly!"
Alamo City Foundations Plus, Inc. is a family owned business that has been operating since 1992. We take pride in setting a solid foundation for our customers. We are backed by the Better Business Bureau and certified with the City of San Antonio.
"Great job with these guys. Removed asphalt driveway and installed a new concrete driveway and walk way. Affordable and reliable."
Christy W on May 2024
Alamo City Foundations Plus, Inc. is a family owned business that has been operating since 1992. We take pride in setting a solid foundation for our customers. We are backed by the Better Business Bureau and certified with the City of San Antonio.
"Great job with these guys. Removed asphalt driveway and installed a new concrete driveway and walk way. Affordable and reliable."
Baird Foundation Repair is a third generation family owned company that was founded in the early 1960's by William Baird. Today, Baird Foundation Repair is one of the largest foundation and concrete repair contractors in South Texas, serving both residential and commercial clients. In addition to being a member of the Foundation Repair Association, Baird Foundation Repair is also a long-time member of the Better Business Bureau.
Baird Foundation Repair is a third generation family owned company that was founded in the early 1960's by William Baird. Today, Baird Foundation Repair is one of the largest foundation and concrete repair contractors in South Texas, serving both residential and commercial clients. In addition to being a member of the Foundation Repair Association, Baird Foundation Repair is also a long-time member of the Better Business Bureau.
CW Custom Builders is a high-quality residential and commercial construction company serving Central Texas. We handle all phases of construction—from new builds to remodeling and additions—while priding ourselves on a foundation of honesty and integrity. Call today to get your project underway 830-391-9897.
CW Custom Builders is a high-quality residential and commercial construction company serving Central Texas. We handle all phases of construction—from new builds to remodeling and additions—while priding ourselves on a foundation of honesty and integrity. Call today to get your project underway 830-391-9897.
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience. We value honesty, integrity and stand behind our work. We specialize in water treatment installation, repair and much more. We have earned a solid reputation and pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience. We value honesty, integrity and stand behind our work. We specialize in water treatment installation, repair and much more. We have earned a solid reputation and pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. Being family owned and local you can depend on us to provide a high-quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Good job"
Naveen M on June 2024
We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. Being family owned and local you can depend on us to provide a high-quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Good job"
Naveen M on June 2024
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Masonry questions, answered by experts
Removing paint from brick can have both aesthetic and practical value. Some people prefer the timeless look of bare brick, making it worthwhile to remove old paint layers. Brick also lasts longer when unpainted, as paint traps moisture, causing the brick to deteriorate more quickly. If your brick walls are already in bad shape, stripping the paint off might do more harm than good.
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.
Masonry is an umbrella term that involves adhering individual building materials together using an adhesive, so many different things are considered masonry. These include constructing stone or brick walls or facades, installing stucco siding, installing backsplashes or tile floors, and even installing glass block windows, in some cases. Masonry materials include natural stone, clay bricks, concrete bricks, glass blocks, and tiles.
If you’re attempting to mix and pour your own mortar, expect to pay between $5 to $10 for an 80-pound bag of mix. The cost to repair mortar, however, can range from $300 to $500 for a 20-square-foot wall. The larger the area and the more extensive the repair, the higher the cost.
Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it’s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case—and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case.
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The Nixon, TX homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Stone restoration costs around $850 on average. It can range from $1 to $20 per square foot depending on the type of stone and method. Read on to learn more.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
Burnt clay bricks are the most popular option in modern construction, but there are others to consider as well. Here’s a look at seven common types of bricks.
A fire pit adds attractive entertainment space to your backyard. Learn about standard fire pit dimensions and what factors contribute to fire pit size.