Brick + Beam Detroit

Basement masonry mortar repair. Can/should I do it myself?

3 answers. Asked by Keegan Mahoney on Jan. 29, 2016

Know any good tuckpointers?

5 answers. Asked by Martin Olivier on Mar. 12, 2016

Hello! Does anyone have someone they can recommend for drywalling? We need to add drywall to the ceiling in one of our rooms. Thank you!

2 answers. Asked by Kristin Barker on Apr. 8, 2016

Does anyone know of a quality contractor to do a partial bathroom remodel? I have a shower tub combo I want to get rid of.

4 answers. Asked by Jordan on Apr. 8, 2016

Are there any contractors familiar with concrete removal and grate placement?

2 answers. Asked by Grandmont Res on Apr. 21, 2016

Looking for a quality general contractor familiar with historic rehabs

4 answers. Asked by Martha Potere on May. 3, 2016

Looking for electrician to rewire entire home

3 answers. Asked by N Kulsum Rehmani on May. 6, 2016

Need specialized expertise on Victorian balloon-frame / masonry foundation structural issues

5 answers. Asked by Adam on Jun. 19, 2016

We are looking for a hauling company to remove debris.. Do you have any recommendations for reliable companies

3 answers. Asked by Camille Orso on Jun. 25, 2016

Looking for bathroom rehab

4 answers. Asked by Aaron Dome on Aug. 3, 2016

Can anyone recommend a painter for a full exterior job on a historic house (built 1855)? I've reached out to the two professionals noted in the Michigan Historic Preservation Network Member Director and would like to have additional proposals, too. Thanks!

2 answers. Asked by Matt Hampel on May. 11, 2017

Movers recommendation

1 answer. Asked by Thomas Chaney on Dec. 8, 2016

can anyone recommend a reliable reasonable contractor that wiill give me an estimate asap?

3 answers. Asked by EBONY BOWDEN on Dec. 20, 2016

Looking for a Carpenter for Historic Home

8 answers. Asked by Jill Ferrari on Jan. 6, 2017

Any recommendations for someone to repair a clay tile roof?

1 answer. Asked by TK on Feb. 23, 2017

Rehab home I'm in need of help with the electrical and I need help with some cement work in my basement

2 answers. Asked by William Sawyer on Mar. 1, 2017

Looking for a construction team to build a small house with the blueprints supplied

2 answers. Asked by Jennifer on Jun. 28, 2017

Can anyone recommend a Detroit-based roofer who can install wood shingles/shakes?

1 answer. Asked by Sophia on Oct. 19, 2017

Roofers who offer installment plans?

1 answer. Asked by Sophia on Nov. 13, 2017

Spray-Foam Insulation

2 answers. Asked by Sophia on Nov. 20, 2017

I have an ecommerce retail business and I want to create a brick and mortar. I used to intern with Brick + Beam!

3 answers. Asked by Nathan Daniel on Apr. 24, 2018

[DIY] If I purchase a home from the DLBA, what jobs/tasks require a license? What am I not allowed to DIY build myself?

1 answer. Asked by Ben on Jun. 16, 2018

Looking for cheap to free building materials

2 answers. Asked by Melissa Cabeen on Aug. 5, 2018

Lead removal company

4 answers. Asked by Kristi on Aug. 20, 2018

I have an older home (1928) and want to remodel a bathroom. Are the original toilets worth keeping? Looking for something more modern.

2 answers. Asked by Debbie S on Jul. 17, 2020

NEED HELP NEW HOMEOWNER

3 answers. Asked by Rudy Kirk on Nov. 13, 2018

I have a two family and am wondering about experience converting it to a single family. Opinions on whether or not to do?

2 answers. Asked by JT on Nov. 13, 2018

Contractor for remodel + renovating a 1900 house

2 answers. Asked by Sarah on Dec. 9, 2018

How do contractors get listed on your site, and what are the required qualifications?

1 answer. Asked by Patrick on Jan. 6, 2019

Who is a good contractor who can help rehab a 4 unit property in southwest detroit?

2 answers. Asked by Anna Schneider on Mar. 21, 2019

looking for someone who is good at framing

1 answer. Asked by johney on Apr. 10, 2019

Senior home repairs

2 answers. Asked by Gloria Mays on Apr. 11, 2019

Handrail

1 answer. Asked by James on Apr. 18, 2019

Thinking about rehabbing a small home from DLBA.

3 answers. Asked by Ryan Lemieur on Apr. 18, 2019

Burned Out Rehab

1 answer. Asked by Rebecca on May. 4, 2019

Contractor to knock out half wall in kitchen

1 answer. Asked by Rick on May. 14, 2019

Does anyone have experience using the DHM for rehab without a project manager?

1 answer. Asked by Chelsie on Jun. 5, 2019

Do you need a project to to start working?

1 answer. Asked by Denisse Acosta on Sep. 14, 2020

Does a renovation with a DHM require a DHM-specifically licensed contractor? If so, is there a bigger list of DHM-approved contractors out there?

1 answer. Asked by Jamie Duda on Sep. 3, 2019

Roofers in the Detroit area that can pull a permit properly

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Alexander on Sep. 12, 2019

My son and I are hoping to start our first rehab project and was wondering if a contractor would be able to join us at the inspection tomorrow to give a realistic idea of rehab costs? We realize this is a last minute request and would really appreciate it

2 answers. Asked by Cheryl Saul-Sehy on Sep. 16, 2019

Who can I talk to about getting a quote for a land bank property?

1 answer. Asked by Keristyn Harbin on Oct. 30, 2019

Looking for a general contractor - Detroit

1 answer. Asked by iain on Dec. 5, 2019

I need to replace missing 1940 style tub, trying to find matching original bathtub at reasonable price.Where can I purchase bathtub, windows, used water tank, and furnace

1 answer. Asked by Rachel Barnes on Feb. 18, 2020

Grants for Residential Rehab

3 answers. Asked by Denzel Warren on Feb. 19, 2020

Are there any grants available for Rehab on an apartment building?

1 answer. Asked by Yolanda K Russell on May. 14, 2020

Is there funding available to help with rehabbing a house? I recently bought a home in district 4 that I plan to live in with my 2 year old daughter. I was sent this link by city councilmen André L. Spivey

4 answers. Asked by Brandon Foutner on Jun. 24, 2020

Exterior, stucco, woodwork repair and paint

3 answers. Asked by Sarah cronin on Jul. 7, 2020

Which contractor repairs hole in flooring under toilets?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Barbara Warren on Apr. 26, 2021

We need help finding a demolition crew.

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Samantha Spence on Jun. 26, 2021

Seeking a Renovation designer. Design-build contractor or similar.

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by amanda F smrcka on Jul. 15, 2021

carpenter needed for new porch and soffiat repairs.

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by amanda F smrcka on Jul. 29, 2021

Contractor needed

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by amanda F smrcka on Sep. 12, 2021

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