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Care Guide for Your Brand New Masonry Structure

Monday, March 9th, 2020

Here is a short guide to help you get started on enjoying your new masonry structure for a lifetime.

It is an exciting time when you invest in having a new masonry structure built for your home or business. Once everything is said and done, and the installation is completed successfully, you can sit back and enjoy your beautiful new piece. Right? Well, there are some things that you should consider to make sure that your new masonry structure stays in good shape, as well as things you should avoid to keep from accidentally ruining it. Here is a short guide to help you get started on enjoying your new masonry structure for a lifetime.

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3 Types of Masonry Materials

Monday, March 2nd, 2020

Here are three of the most common masonry materials that you have to choose from.

If you have decided to use masonry materials for your upcoming construction project, then you have made a great choice. The next question is about choosing which specific materials you would be interested in using. Here are three of the most common masonry materials that you have to choose from.

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Things to Know Before Your Demolition Project

Monday, February 24th, 2020

Here are some of the key things to know before you start demolition.

No matter what size renovation project you have, it will almost involve demolition. The demolition process can be both messy and risky, which is why it’s important to know what to take care of beforehand. Here are some of the key things to know before you start demolition.

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3 Kinds of Decorative Concrete Pavement

Monday, February 17th, 2020

This post addresses three types of decorative concrete flooring.

Decorative concrete can add beauty and function to an outdoor area. You want to make sure that you enjoy the look for the space through the cost-effective durability of concrete. This post addresses three types of decorative concrete flooring.

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The Benefits of Natural Stone in Masonry Construction

Monday, February 10th, 2020

There are many benefits to using natural stone in masonry construction

When it comes to masonry materials, you have a lot of options to work with. In particular, natural stone can be a great choice for your next masonry structure. There are many benefits to using natural stone in masonry construction, so read on to see some of the reasons why natural stone could be a great choice for you.

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How to Prepare a Site for Demolition

Monday, February 3rd, 2020

Read on for a brief guide for the steps you should take to prepare for demolition.

The demolition process for part of an entire building can be stressful, lengthy, and hazardous. With so much at risk, you must make all the right preparations for everything to go smoothly. Read on for a brief guide for the steps you should take to prepare for demolition.

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3 Reasons You Need a Professional Masonry Contractor

Monday, January 27th, 2020

Brick Joints — Here are some of the benefits of hiring a professional masonry contractor.

Do you have an existing masonry structure on your property that you have considered renovating or you are interested in getting a new masonry structure? The next step you should take is contacting a professional. Having a masonry contractor and professional bricklayer on your side means that your masonry construction project will go right the first time. Here are some of the benefits of hiring a professional masonry contractor.

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Three Causes of Masonry Deterioration

Monday, January 20th, 2020

Here are three conditions that might cause your masonry structure to deteriorate.

The main goal of masonry construction is to create structures that can last a lifetime. Unfortunately, several conditions can accelerate masonry deterioration. Here are three conditions that might cause your masonry structure to deteriorate.

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How to Take Care of Decorative Concrete in Winter

Monday, January 13th, 2020

Here are some care tips to help your decorative concrete survive the winter and continue to look great throughout the year.

Decorative concrete can be a beautiful feature for your home or business year-round, but winter can bring some challenges. The inclement weather as well as the harsh chemicals in de-icers like road salt can potentially damage your decorative concrete. Here are some care tips to help your decorative concrete survive the winter and continue to look great throughout the year.

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What You Should Know About Chimney Repairs

Monday, January 6th, 2020

If you have a chimney and are wondering about its maintenance needs, then read on for some helpful information.

If you read about fireplaces in our last post, then you might have wondered about an important element connected to them. Chimneys. In many ways, a chimney is a completely separate issue when it comes to construction and maintenance because it is located in a very exposed area outside of your house. Because of this, chimneys can endure a lot of wear and tear and could need some repairs. If you have a chimney and are wondering about its maintenance needs, then read on for some helpful information.

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