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Q: What type of drill is best for brick?

• <div><p>The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you&rsquo;re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.</p></div>

Q: Are brick houses safer in an earthquake?

• <div><p>According to the <a href="https://www.earthquakecountry.org/step4/urmwalls/#:~:text=Houses%20built%20of%20unreinforced%20masonry,and%20the%20roof%20is%20critical.">Earthquake Country Alliance</a>&mdash;a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness&mdash;reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn&rsquo;t as stable as other building materials and methods.</p></div>

Q: Can it be dangerous to cut stone as a beginner?

• <div><p>Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you&rsquo;re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don&rsquo;t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.</p><p>However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.</p><p>To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between clay and fireclay?

• <div><p>Fireclay is a type of clay but it is a type of clay that, because of its chemical composition, can be fired at a much higher temperature than other clays. This results in a denser and more heat-resistant final material. Because of the high percentage of a mineral called kaolin, fireclay sinks are smoother and more durable than other clay types.</p></div>

Q: How often should I clean my home’s brick?

• <div><p>You should clean your home&rsquo;s brick once per year. This applies to exterior brick, but also to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-brick-fireplace.htm">cleaning brick fireplaces</a>. Create a homemade cleaning solution with equal parts vinegar and water. Use a soft-bristle brush to scrub the solution into the face of your brick and remove dirt, algae, and stains. Cleaning will protect brick from damage and boost your home&rsquo;s curb appeal.</p></div>

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Last update on January 07, 2026

Reviewed in February 2025
Clarence was very quick and efficient to get our hot water tank replaced and we were so satisfied with his work and price on the hot water tank that we had him return to install our dishwasher when we upgraded our kitchen appliances.
Terry Integrated Services
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Reviewed in December 2024
Jose is very efficient and knowledgeable. He worked on my dryer that the timer had gone out. He had to order the part and then came back promptly and installed it. While he was here he looked at my dishwasher as I had put on (because I took it apart to clean it) took him maybe 3 minutes. I...
Jose's Appliances Repair
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Reviewed in June 2024
This crew worked really hard. We had two trees removed that we were concerned may eventually fall on our neighbors home, these were huge trees. The work took about a week and the crew cut, chipped and hauled off debris. Even worked while it rained! Our neighbor had one taken out as well while...
Marty's Tree Services
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Reviewed in July 2023
The staff was very polite, efficient, and made sure I understood what they needed to do. Upon completion of the job, they made sure everything was clean and that I was satisfied with their work
Disciple Electric Company, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
They contacted me within moments of me submitting through Angi and provided a professional, competitive bid and, once agreed to, started work WAY before originally estimated to be able to do so. They work hard, are friendly, professional, early on site and stay until needed. Great service. ...
Noel's Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2023
I searched on Angi for a plumber. A-Z plumbing responded quickly to my request. I received a call from Zach and he had a crew out to our house in less than 2 hrs. The guys were nice and professional. They fixed our issue quickly. No complaints at all.
A to Z Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
He provided everything we needed so that I didnâ t have to go out and purchase them and even checked some other electrical things I was concerned about. Very courteous and helpful.
Flash Electrical
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Reviewed in September 2021
Best all around. Top of the line business. Casey came out and it was finished before we knew it!! Beautiful work. We are as excited about our retaining wall as we are the pool! You definitely will not go wrong with this company!
Clean Cuts Lawn & Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
Shield Roofing did an excellent job. The guys were courteous, professional and knowledgeable.
Shield Roofing & Construction llc
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Reviewed in July 2020
Came to do a asbestos report,showed up on time on a wed.,took samples that he needed plus paided him and got a email report by the following Friday as promised.
ECI
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