Concrete has proven itself to be indispensable in the construction of cities. Due to increasing urbanization and other global megatrends such as digitalization, climate change, and aging populations, the use of concrete is growing commensurate with the growth of the construction sector. We use concrete for our driveways, walkways, edging, small poured-in-place walls, patios, and […]
Masonry is the craft of constructing structures using brick or stone. Some of history’s most significant architectural achievements, such as the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, the Colosseum, and the Egyptian pyramids, were built using masonry work. Both stone masonry and brick masonry—the two primary types of masonry—have been used through much of […]
When the joints on a brick wall begin deteriorating, it’s important to get them repaired as soon as possible. Not only do deteriorated joints make your house or commercial building look aged and neglected, but they also weaken the integrity of your wall, which, if left unaddressed, may collapse. It isn’t enough to merely fix […]
With fall just over the horizon, this is the ideal time to get any and all fall repairs for your patio and deck. Homeowners know that even the most durable and resilient flooring materials tend to succumb to the elements, leading to a host of frustrating problems with your patio.
Many people consider interlocking concrete pavers to be one of the most premium materials for home landscaping projects such as walkways, drives, and patios. They are durable, strong, easy-to-install, and come in a variety of sizes, colors, and shapes. However, like everything else in your home landscape, they will require some level of maintenance and […]
Your home’s chimney has served you well over the past years, keeping your toes warm and your marshmallows toasty! However, for the last round, you couldn’t help but feel like something is a little off. Now that its summertime, take the chance and give your chimney a good look. It might be trying to tell […]
Because chimneys are exposed to the elements, they incur all kinds of weather damage. Whether it’s the freezing temperatures of the winter or spring showers, your chimney is bound to experience structural damage over time. Water damage, specifically, is incredibly harmful to your chimney, and it’ll require expensive repairs. Water that has managed to leak […]
If this is your first time living in a house with a fireplace, the utterly terrible stank in the summertime might have caught you by surprise! And we won’t blame you. The smell of ash, perhaps wood burning is permissible. But who would think that your fireplace and chimney would smell like a bad barbecue […]
The masonry industry in the US includes companies that most prominently provide bricklaying, granite, concrete, and stone setting services. These may be extended to residential structures or commercial ones. When you hire our masonry crew at Creative Masonry and Chimney, you can benefit from the following services.
Building a patio is an easy way to increase your home’s value. It provides a space for entertainment and outdoor activities, which is a great sell for prospective homebuyers. But before you hire masonry experts and contractors to start working, you’ll need to survey your outdoor space and come up with ideas that fit your […]
