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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 Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob Abel was friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. Masonry Arts did the work in two phases. First, they demolished the front step and prepared the porch floor. They created two new concrete steps attached to the porch, then laid the flagstone. It truly transformed the front porch and made stepping onto the porch safer to climb the stairs. The second phase was when Xavier, his stepson, used his artistic abilities to very closely match the brick and mortar to fix the numerous cracked bricks on two sides of the home. When you look at the bricks, you can't tell there was even repairs. We are very pleased with the results as well as how responsive and timely they completed the work. We would highly recommend them to those needing 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(
28
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I chose Risen Foundation Solutions because their in-house fabrication team customizes foundation repair and stabilization. I met with Sammy Ayyad, the project manager, and was impressed with his professionalism and broad knowledge of foundation repairs. He was polite, attentive to detail, and efficient in taking the measurements and preparing the proposal. He cut through the sales pitch and guided us in the right direction in making a logical decision. A wonderful gentleman who represents a professional company. I recommend this company to anyone."
Helotes project
Wildhorse neighborhood
Camelot Neighborhood
Front of property
Risen Foundations Response Unit to the rescue!

+114

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by77%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 Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

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 Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

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 Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great work on our cracked and Babco Foundation Repair, saved us thousands of dollars by not having to replace it around our pool. The team, Chuck and Dillon called and gave us a heads up early in the morning, arrived on time and did a fantastic job. They were very professional, lots of measuring, discussion on how to best approach the project, attention to detail and great clean up. Thank you Babco Foundation Repair for your outstanding service."
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Ibarreal Construction
Ibarreal Construction
5.0(
31
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Concrete Foundation - InstallBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace

Serving Universal City, 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%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for We Can Rock It
We Can Rock It
4.6(
65
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Universal City, 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

Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

  • Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings

  • Freestanding stone or brick walls

  • Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces

  • Cement block basement or crawl space walls

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.

In most cases, painting your brick house is a fine idea that can open up new aesthetic possibilities. However, the paint can slightly shorten the life span of brick, especially if moisture gets trapped underneath the paint layer. Once you paint, you’ll have to keep up with maintenance to avoid flaking and blisters.

Most of the time, you don’t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.

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