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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.

4.72(
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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.

4.72(
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Customers say: Super punctual
28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 25 years of professional experience, Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association! We have a fully trained staff to help you with all of your waterproofing, foundation support, concrete repair, and crawlspace needs. We provide free estimates and lifetime transferable warranties. If your basement is in need of care and attention, we're only a phone call away! We look forward to serving you! If you are planning on finishing or refinishing your basement, call us before you begin your project. We want to help you to protect your investment by making sure that your damp basement is dry all the time. Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business of the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association, National Association of Home Builders, and New York State Builders Association.

"It was a complex project. They were very careful with their procedures and raised sunken concrete sections next to the house and around a pool to allow for drainage. They filled the major cracks. They were courteous and on-time over several days. After many years the water in the basement problem has been resolved."

Robert D on September 2018

With over 25 years of professional experience, Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association! We have a fully trained staff to help you with all of your waterproofing, foundation support, concrete repair, and crawlspace needs. We provide free estimates and lifetime transferable warranties. If your basement is in need of care and attention, we're only a phone call away! We look forward to serving you! If you are planning on finishing or refinishing your basement, call us before you begin your project. We want to help you to protect your investment by making sure that your damp basement is dry all the time. Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business of the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association, National Association of Home Builders, and New York State Builders Association.

"It was a complex project. They were very careful with their procedures and raised sunken concrete sections next to the house and around a pool to allow for drainage. They filled the major cracks. They were courteous and on-time over several days. After many years the water in the basement problem has been resolved."

Robert D on September 2018


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Northern Basement Systems

4.76(
17
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Northern Basement Systems

4.76(
17
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Customers say: Super punctual
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems, locally owned and operated, is the leading basement waterproofing, crawl space moisture control, and foundation repair contractor in Vermont, New Hampshire, & Essex and Clinton County NY. We are accredited with the Better Business Bureau and maintain a consistent A+ rating. We offer quality basement & foundation work while providing outstanding service to each and every one of our customers. Basement Waterproofing Sump Pump System Crawl Space Repair Foundation Repair Concrete Leveling and Sealing Mold Problems.

"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says, “Should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances.” I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is hostage. Even Airbnb’s offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of people’s arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, “C’mon man.” No materials were used. No service workers’ time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees, because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control of how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I didn’t spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed like a nice enough guy. No answer. No call back. I will never seek out this company’s services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they really don’t care."

Eddie R on January 2023

Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems, locally owned and operated, is the leading basement waterproofing, crawl space moisture control, and foundation repair contractor in Vermont, New Hampshire, & Essex and Clinton County NY. We are accredited with the Better Business Bureau and maintain a consistent A+ rating. We offer quality basement & foundation work while providing outstanding service to each and every one of our customers. Basement Waterproofing Sump Pump System Crawl Space Repair Foundation Repair Concrete Leveling and Sealing Mold Problems.

"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says, “Should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances.” I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is hostage. Even Airbnb’s offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of people’s arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, “C’mon man.” No materials were used. No service workers’ time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees, because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control of how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I didn’t spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed like a nice enough guy. No answer. No call back. I will never seek out this company’s services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they really don’t care."

Eddie R on January 2023


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Vermonty Demolition & Construction LLC

5.00(
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Vermonty Demolition & Construction LLC

5.00(
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1 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Here at Vermonty Demolition & Construction Services, we are local craftsmen who pride ourselves on our work. We specialize in structural repair, earth work, driveway/ sidewalk & patches, as well as and ground water control. Are your floors out of level? Are they starting to sag and squeak? Do you have ground water problems in your basement? We are here to help fix those problems once and for all.

"Monty and his helper were very courteous and job was completed rapidly."

Josee F on January 2026

Here at Vermonty Demolition & Construction Services, we are local craftsmen who pride ourselves on our work. We specialize in structural repair, earth work, driveway/ sidewalk & patches, as well as and ground water control. Are your floors out of level? Are they starting to sag and squeak? Do you have ground water problems in your basement? We are here to help fix those problems once and for all.

"Monty and his helper were very courteous and job was completed rapidly."

Josee F on January 2026


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VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions

4.54(
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VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions

4.54(
24
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade. We look forward to earning your business! VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions has been servicing all of VT, NH and Eastern NY for over 25 years with any concrete needs. Our capabilities include coring up to 48” in diameter, cutting to any depth with our wire saw, concrete crack repair and injections, basement waterproofing, sump pump installations, basement and egress window installations, bulkhead door replacements, crawlspace repair, moisture control, concrete replacement up to 500sq feet, foundation repair and so much more. Call us today for a free estimate.

"They did excellent work and the problem has been resolved"

Scott F on April 2025

We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade. We look forward to earning your business! VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions has been servicing all of VT, NH and Eastern NY for over 25 years with any concrete needs. Our capabilities include coring up to 48” in diameter, cutting to any depth with our wire saw, concrete crack repair and injections, basement waterproofing, sump pump installations, basement and egress window installations, bulkhead door replacements, crawlspace repair, moisture control, concrete replacement up to 500sq feet, foundation repair and so much more. Call us today for a free estimate.

"They did excellent work and the problem has been resolved"

Scott F on April 2025


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Northern Basement Systems

4.33(
7
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Northern Basement Systems

4.33(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Northern Basement Systems, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says: should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral, and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is a hostage. Even Air b and bs offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of their arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, Come on man. No materials were used. No service workers time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and the allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control over how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I did not spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed nice enough. No answer. No callback. I will never seek out their services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they do not care."

Eddie R on January 2023

Northern Basement Systems, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says: should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral, and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is a hostage. Even Air b and bs offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of their arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, Come on man. No materials were used. No service workers time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and the allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control over how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I did not spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed nice enough. No answer. No callback. I will never seek out their services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they do not care."

Eddie R on January 2023


Sullivan Stone, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Sullivan Stone, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Mac did an outstanding job replacing our poured concrete sidewalk. He was able to do the work quickly, on budget and the result was outstanding! Mac was great to work with...no problems communicating with him. We wanted to make sure our project was done with minimal impact to our yard and Mac did a great job in that regard. He also cleaned up after the work was done. I would recommend Sullivan Stone (Mac is the owner) without hesitation! We're planning another project for next year and I will definitely reach out to Sullivan Stone to assist us with that as well!"

John L on May 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Mac did an outstanding job replacing our poured concrete sidewalk. He was able to do the work quickly, on budget and the result was outstanding! Mac was great to work with...no problems communicating with him. We wanted to make sure our project was done with minimal impact to our yard and Mac did a great job in that regard. He also cleaned up after the work was done. I would recommend Sullivan Stone (Mac is the owner) without hesitation! We're planning another project for next year and I will definitely reach out to Sullivan Stone to assist us with that as well!"

John L on May 2024


Maple Hill Property Maintenance, LLC

5.00(
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Maple Hill Property Maintenance, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Maple Hill Property Maintenance, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Put in culvert and re-graded our dotch"

Jon J on August 2025

Maple Hill Property Maintenance, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Put in culvert and re-graded our dotch"

Jon J on August 2025


Roy's Home Siding & Patio Rooms

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Roy's Home Siding & Patio Rooms

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned and operated. Additional DBAs - Roy's Home Improvements Inc, Roys Home Siding. Additional phone - (800) 698-3947. Additional e-mail - [email protected]. Award winning.

Family owned and operated. Additional DBAs - Roy's Home Improvements Inc, Roys Home Siding. Additional phone - (800) 698-3947. Additional e-mail - [email protected]. Award winning.


KEY LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION

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KEY LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our primary service is Hardscaping. We are ICPI certified installers of concrete pavers. We build unique patios, water features, outdoor kitchens, pizza ovens, pergolas, and outdoor fireplaces and fire pits.

Our primary service is Hardscaping. We are ICPI certified installers of concrete pavers. We build unique patios, water features, outdoor kitchens, pizza ovens, pergolas, and outdoor fireplaces and fire pits.


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VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions

4.86(
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VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions

4.86(
14
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

For over 25 years Vermont Concrete Cutting, Inc. has provided services for Cutting, Coring, Wire Sawing, and Grinding from homeowners to big construction companies. We have now expanded our services into Concrete Solutions providing All Things Basement, Wall Anchoring, Crack Repair, & Egress Openings. Owner John Anderson, President, is always treating his customers like family. His son Doug, manages the business taking care of customers like his father, scheduling, estimating and making the unbelievable happen. Johns’ daughter Heidi has been answering the phones and managing the office for over 18 years. Together along with their dependable hard working experienced staff have developed a family business that will treat the customer right! Vermont Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions has been servicing all of VT, NH, and Northeast NY. Contractors and homeowners have hired us to work in tight areas while the work of the business is still under way, doing work in municipalities, hospitals, and colleges to working on dams and bridge decks throughout the states we service. We are the professional in all your concrete needs. Our team is trained to put our customers first and will succeed in getting the job done in a swift, cost effective manner. No Dust- No Mess, Fully Insured.

"They were professional, called me the next morning and did the work within two days. They came back today when I noticed water in the basement last night and have been responsive thus far."

Scott F on December 2020

For over 25 years Vermont Concrete Cutting, Inc. has provided services for Cutting, Coring, Wire Sawing, and Grinding from homeowners to big construction companies. We have now expanded our services into Concrete Solutions providing All Things Basement, Wall Anchoring, Crack Repair, & Egress Openings. Owner John Anderson, President, is always treating his customers like family. His son Doug, manages the business taking care of customers like his father, scheduling, estimating and making the unbelievable happen. Johns’ daughter Heidi has been answering the phones and managing the office for over 18 years. Together along with their dependable hard working experienced staff have developed a family business that will treat the customer right! Vermont Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions has been servicing all of VT, NH, and Northeast NY. Contractors and homeowners have hired us to work in tight areas while the work of the business is still under way, doing work in municipalities, hospitals, and colleges to working on dams and bridge decks throughout the states we service. We are the professional in all your concrete needs. Our team is trained to put our customers first and will succeed in getting the job done in a swift, cost effective manner. No Dust- No Mess, Fully Insured.

"They were professional, called me the next morning and did the work within two days. They came back today when I noticed water in the basement last night and have been responsive thus far."

Scott F on December 2020

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. Types of concrete applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.

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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