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Chimney Inspection

Chimney Maintenance and Repair Before the Cold Season Comes

As the colder and wetter months approach, ensuring your chimney is in top condition becomes increasingly important. A well-maintained chimney not only keeps your home safe but also helps your fireplace function efficiently, providing warmth during the chilly season.  Why Chimney Maintenance Matters  Over time, chimneys are exposed to the elements—rain, snow, and fluctuating temperatures.

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September 27, 2024
Brick Pointing

Get Your Exterior Checked Before the Inclement Weather Arrives

As the seasons change, so do the demands on your home’s exterior. With inclement weather just around the corner, now is the perfect time to have your property inspected by the masonry experts at JLM Masonry. Ensuring that your exterior is in top shape can help prevent costly damage and maintain the integrity of your

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August 29, 2024
Lintel Inspection

Lintels? What They Are & Why You Should Have Them Inspected 

Lintels are crucial architectural components often overlooked until issues arise. These structural beams span the openings of portals, doors, windows, and fireplaces, serving a critical function in building integrity and aesthetics. Understanding what lintels are and recognizing the importance of regular inspections can save homeowners from costly repairs and structural failures.  Understanding Lintels  A lintel

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July 30, 2024
Brick Pointing

Get a Mason for Your Brick and Stone Pointing on Your House

Brick and stonework are timeless elements that add character and durability to any home. However, to maintain these features in their best condition, pointing—the process of renewing the external part of mortar joints—is essential. At JLM Masonry, we specialize in brick and stone pointing, ensuring that your home’s masonry is not only visually appealing but

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June 30, 2024
Brick Pointing

5 Fixes to Your Home that a Mason Can Assess and Fix 

Owning a home often comes with its set of maintenance challenges, some of which may require the skilled hands of a professional mason. Masonry work is not just about building and repairing brick structures; it’s about ensuring the longevity and safety of your home. Here are five fixes to your home that a mason can

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May 30, 2024
Brick Work

The Strength Within: Exploring the Role of Star Bolts in Masonry

At JLM Masonry and Waterproofing, we’ve been serving our community with top-notch masonry and waterproofing services for years. Our commitment to quality and durability has led us to discover the importance of star bolts in masonry construction. In this blog post, we’re excited to shed light on this critical component from our perspective.  What Are

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January 25, 2024
Brick Pointing

Regular Cleaning of Your Masonry Structures is Essential

As a professional mason, I often emphasize to my clients the importance of regular brick and masonry cleaning. This practice is not just about maintaining the aesthetic appeal of your building, but it also plays a crucial role in preserving the structural integrity of the masonry work. Here’s why regular cleaning of your brick and

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January 4, 2024
Brick Pointing

Historical Brick Erosion Repair and Best Practices

A lot of people think brick and other hard building materials are ageless. Like somehow they are going to just last forever. But that’s simply not the case. Over time things break down. Bricks are no exception. How you treat your masonry and the weather conditions where you are located are two huge factors in

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November 27, 2023
Masonry

It’s Time to Waterproof Your Interior Walls

Exterior masonry work tends to slow down during the winter months in a lot of ways. Harsh weather and unpredictable conditions make it near impossible to rejuvenate or replace any of the stone that lives outside. But that doesn’t mean that you should be putting off all masonry work until the temps start to climb

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October 12, 2023
Chimney Repair

Get Your Chimney Liner Replaced Before Temperatures Drop

No one wants to admit it with the summer heat still bearing down on us, but the colder weather is right around the corner. Shorts and T-shirts will give way to hats and gloves before we know it. With that wetter and colder weather comes more regular use of your heating system. That’s why fall

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September 10, 2023

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