What is the best stone for steps and how much does it cost?

• <div><p>The material you use depends on how hard-wearing your steps need to be and what you want them to look like. The most common stone for exterior steps is bluestone. It’s hard-wearing and durable, and bluestone steps cost between <b>$15 and $30 per linear foot</b>. Limestone is also a popular option and is mid-range, costing <b>$25 to $50 per linear foot</b>. You should always consider the specific requirements of your project before ordering any materials.</p></div>

How much does masonry work cost?

• <div><p>The cost of masonry work varies widely depending on the type of masonry along with common cost factors like size, complexity, location, and season. Most exterior masonry work done in freezing temperatures tends to cost more because of the preparation and protection involved to keep the masonry from freezing before the mortar cures properly. The average price ranges per project or square foot for different types of masonry include:</p><ul><li><p>Brick wall (fence, garden wall, etc.): $10–$45 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Natural stone wall: $40–$110 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Manufactured stone veneer: $20–$40 per square foot</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-would-it-cost-remove-old-brick-and-brick-house.htm">Brick home exterior</a>: $10–$30 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Brick siding: $3–$10 per square foot</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stone-siding-cost.htm">Stone siding</a>: $35–$50 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Brick step replacement: $20–$30 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Brick wall repair: $20–$40 per square foot</p></li><li><p>Chimney repairs: $160–$750 per project</p></li><li><p>Tuckpointing: $5–$25 per square foot</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How long does brick stain last?

• <div><p>Exterior brick stain can last between 10 and 20 years, on average. A number of factors can impact the longevity of the stain though, including your location and climate. Other factors like the condition of your brick, the quality of stain you choose, and the overall stain type can also alter how long your bricks look new.</p></div>

Q: Why is masonry work so expensive?

• <div><p>Masonry work tends to be more expensive because the materials can be costly, such as natural stone and brick. Masonry is also very labor intensive, typically making up 50% or more of the final project cost. In addition, quality masonry work requires years of training and experience, as with any skilled trade.</p></div>

Q: Is brick staining cheaper than painting?

• <div><p>Initially, brick staining is not cheaper than painting. However, while it has a higher up-front cost, it may be more cost-effective in the long run. Brick stain can last for 20 years or longer, compared to paint, which usually starts to peel away in three to five years.</p></div>

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Last update on December 05, 2025

Reviewed in June 2024
In The Rough Stonework & Landscaping built us a beautiful greenhouse foundation that has knee-high stone walls and a cement floor. The floor has slight slope with weep holes on the low end, perfect for keeping the floor dry. They also put in a patio that wraps around the greenhouse and made it...
In The Rough Stonework & Landscaping
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Reviewed in March 2024
Complete Renovations remodeled our two upstairs bathrooms. Jon was exceptionally easy to work with. He is patient and detail oriented, open to suggestions while never hesitating to offer suggestions of his own. He managed a terrific team of subcontractors, scheduling them in a timely manner...
Complete Renovations LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
I was very pleased with the work Special T did on my home which is 36 yrs old. Tim helped me pick out the colors for the siding, shakes and the stone for the front of the garage. His two sons worked on my project and did an excellent job!. They were always very professional, courteous and...
SPECIAL T SIDING & CONSTR
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Reviewed in September 2013
When we decided to make a significant addition to our backyard in the way of a raised patio, we were unsure about how to tell the difference from one landscaper and the other. Price was an issue as it was not a small project. But I also like to support local businesses too. Seems most anyone...
Environmental Landscape Management Inc
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Reviewed in April 2013
They do a nice pedicure and add stones to the treatment when they are giving a massage to the lower legs. They have a nice amount of add-on for further services like aroma therapy or stones. I used to get my nails done in Minneapolis which was a bigger city so it was rushed but at this...
2001 NAILS
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Reviewed in June 2012
Jim and his crews did an outstanding and professional job from start to finish. Jeremiah, the and quot;rock expertand quot; did a masterful job of creating the lime stone quarry rock retaining walls in ways that looked natural and beautiful, and fitting together flat limestone rocks to make...
All Season Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2012
Joel was right on time, very pleasant in attitude and very professional in his demeanor. He was well prepared to execute the installation, we discussed my wishes for exact placement and orientation of the boulder, showed him the location where we wanted it and he took it from there. It...
English Stone
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Reviewed in January 2012
They did a great job. The worked looked excellent when it was finished. They were efficient and fixed the only issue we had by adding an additional stone path to the opposite side of the yard through the wood chips to the gate.
Lowney's Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2004
I HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING ANYONE TO DO SERVICE WORK WHERE I LIVE. I LIVE JUST OUTSIDE PRESCOTT WI, WHICH IS ONLY A STONES THROW FROM MN. HOWEVER SO MANY TWIN CITY BUSINESSES THINK THAT WE LIVE AT THE END OF THE EARTH AND DO NOT WANT TO COME OUT THIS FAR. I NEEDED A LOT OF LANDSCAPE WORK...
Groundworks
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