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Ways to Keep Your Business Open During Masonry Repairs

November 8th, 2022

Maryland masonry repairs cost your business money, and these costs increase if you’re unable to stay open for business during construction. Working in small zones and limiting construction hours are some ways to keep your business open during masonry repairs…. Read More

Need Assistance Protecting Your Maryland Foundation During a Storm?

November 1st, 2022

Landscaping, drainage, slope, and soil are part of the factors that will determine if your Maryland foundation is damaged during a storm. Did you also know that it only takes a minor amount of water to offset and crack your… Read More

How Can the Brickwork’s Age Influence its Stability?

October 27th, 2022

The age of your Maryland brickwork will impact numerous things, such as its overall strength and necessary repair processes. Brickwork can last centuries with proper maintenance and repairs. This starts with understanding your brickwork’s unique makeup. For one, there has… Read More

When Must You Avoid Repointing a Brick Structure?

October 19th, 2022

Even though repointing is necessary throughout the life of any masonry structure, it’s not always the ideal solution. Repointing refers to repairing the joints or grout between bricks when they have cracks or crumbling. Although it provides an affordable way… Read More

The Pros and Cons of Repointing and Tuckpointing

October 13th, 2022

Have you ever wondered how historic brick buildings stay in good condition despite being old? Depending on the brick’s or mortar’s state or the severity of the present damage, there are several ways masons can maintain brick from deteriorating through… Read More

Enhance Your Curb Appeal with Bricks

October 6th, 2022

There are many options when constructing a solid exterior for your commercial building, but they may have several downsides of which you are unaware. Durability, strength, and resilience towards natural elements frequently outweigh other factors when selecting materials for your… Read More

Bricks or Concrete Blocks for Your Commercial Property?

September 29th, 2022

If you are currently in the planning stages of building a commercial building, you may be wondering what materials will be ideal for protecting your property from the elements and will last for many years. Brick and concrete are both… Read More

Ask Del Prete Masonry: When Should You Repair Your Brick?

September 23rd, 2022

  Dents and cracks are apparent signs of brick walls that require repair. Addressing damaged brick walls right away is key to avoiding damage. Although masonry walls are durable, they do require constant maintenance. As with other repair works, masonry… Read More

7 Things to Consider Before Selecting Exterior Brick

September 16th, 2022

Exterior bricks adorn the outside of a building and are used to make a wall, pathway, pillars, and more. As one of the most long-lasting building materials, brick provides endless options and can withstand many decades. For these reasons, brick… Read More

Understanding the Process of Brick Laying

September 9th, 2022

Although masonry work overwhelms you, there’s something fantastic about observing an experienced bricklayer working. They smoothly apply the mortar in thick layers before adding the bricks to the stack. In addition, the process of bricklaying must be handled with attention… Read More