Are you looking to save some money on your heating bills? Maybe you just like the experience the cozy comfort of having a wood burning fireplace. If you’re on the fence about whether or not you should install an indoor fireplace in your home, check out some of these great benefits to installing a wood…
If you have the desire to install or update your outdoor space, the options out there for doing so can be a little overwhelming. Before being able to enjoy the great outdoors on your new patio, consider these points before choosing the material: What is your budget? What look or aesthetic are you going for?…
If you love the look of natural stone but have always found it to be out of your budget, stone veneer options are probably quite attractive to you. These product lines have a number of benefits, but there are also some potentially negative aspects you should take into consideration. As you read this guide, you’ll…
If you’ve recently started researching the various stone veneer options that are on the masonry market today, you have probably come across the terms “full stone veneer” and “thin stone veneer.” If you’re like a lot of other homeowners, though, you may not really understand what these two phrases mean. Not to worry! That’s where…
The summer is already into its second month and 4th of July cookouts have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean summer gatherings and other barbeques are done for the summer. Impromptu hangouts, family cookouts, graduation celebrations, etc. are ready to commence in the summer sun. While you are preparing for that, you will want…
Summer is a great time to take on masonry projects and make improvements to your house. Whether you are creating a new space, remodeling an existing one, or making repairs, summer is a good time to work with some of the materials that are used in masonry. Masonry can add character and value to your…
Like with any home improvement project, there are tools that contractors need to complete masonry repairs and installations. No matter what kind of installation, from stairs to fireplaces, there are eight essential tools all masonry contractors must have in their arsenal to get any job done. Below are each of the eight popular tools and…
If you are getting a masonry installation done to your home then you will definitely hear different terms thrown around among the contractors. These are usually the different types of patterns the contractors intend on laying the brick of your walkway. Most of the time, people getting something installed by a masonry contractor have no idea…
Many people do not anticipate issues with their building foundation. Issues can happen to anyone and eventually, everyone will need to have some maintenance done to their foundation. It is best to seek professional advice when you first discover any potential foundation issues. An experienced professional will be able to assess the situation and provide…
Brick walls are known for their durability and appealing aesthetics. Oftentimes brick walls will stand the test of time against even the most severe conditions. However, like most masonry works, brick walls will require periodic repair to ensure that they will be functional for years to come. One of the main ways to maintain your…