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Do you know of a local mason/brick layer who might help rebuild some brick corners?

2 answers. Asked by Alissa on Jan. 24, 2016

DIYMasonryRenovationRepointing

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

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

General ContractorsHow-toMasonryRepointing

Are there any plans to meet for restoration projects in the City of Detroit? I am a new Interior Design Graduate from Baker College Auburn Hills.

2 answers. Asked by Larita on Feb. 24, 2016

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Know any good tuckpointers?

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

ExteriorGeneral ContractorsMasonryRepointing

What are your thoughts about epoxy injections, for the purpose of re-securing old concrete facade? This is a $2700 question!

1 answer. Asked by Alissa Shelton on Mar. 21, 2016

MasonryRepointingSecuringStructuralWeatherization

Does anyone have advice for stripping paint from limestone?

2 answers. Asked by Denise on Apr. 12, 2016

ExteriorMasonryPorches

How can I clean years of unsightly aging from brick?

1 answer. Asked by Arthur Merriweather on Jun. 23, 2016

ExteriorHow-toMasonryRenovation

Can someone recommend a good structural engineer?

1 answer. Asked by Chris Campo on Oct. 25, 2016

Historic DistrictMasonryPreservationStructural

I need reputable contacts for pier installation under a crawl space footing.

2 answers. Asked by Chris Campo on Jan. 23, 2017

MasonryPreservationRenovationRepointing

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

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I recently purchased my house from the DLB. I am in need of some outside work on the home . I also need my Windows and doors need attention also i need insulation like siding . i think it's wood already but its peeling off .and renforced the back where the tree fell on the house and broke the wires off the house and part of the gutter was pulled apart

1 answer. Asked by Janis Morgan on May. 22, 2017

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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

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[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

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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

General ContractorsInteriorMasonryPermittingRenovationStructural

Need help with repairs to a home built in the early 1900's

1 answer. Asked by Veronica McCastle on Feb. 25, 2019

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having problems getting roof fixed and pourch.

1 answer. Asked by Vivian Bennett EL on Apr. 11, 2019

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Contractors

Williams Historic Restoration

Richmond, MI
5864304381
[email protected]
www.williamshistoric.com
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Flatline second chance construction

Detroit
313-978-4989
[email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/FlatlineConstruction
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Building Families First Community Development

Detroit & Livonia
734-743-1351
[email protected]
www.bffco.org
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Brickheads Masonry

586-709-2365
[email protected]
brickheadsmasonry.com
Masonry

Flatline second chance construction

Detroit
313-978-4989
[email protected]
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Flatline second chance construction

Detroit
989-787-0601
[email protected]
Facebook.com/flatlineconstruction
BathroomCabinetsCarpentryChimneyChimneysDesignDoorsDrywallElectricalEnvironmental RemediationExcavationExteriorFireplaceFloodingFlooringFoundationGeneral ContractorsGuttersHistoric DistrictHVACInspectingInteriorKitchenLandscapingLeadMasonryPaintingPermittingPlasterPlumbingPorchesPreservationRenovationRoofingSecuringSecuring / BoardingSidingSocialStructuralTileWaterproofingWeatherizationWhole House MaintenanceWindowsWood

Building Families First Community Development

734-743-1351
[email protected]
www.bffco.org
BathroomBungalowCabinetsCarpentryChimneysDesignDoorsDrywallExcavationExteriorGeneral ContractorsGuttersHVACInspectingKitchenMasonryPaintingPlasterPlumbingPorchesRenovationRoofingSecuring / BoardingSidingWhole House MaintenanceWindowsWood

Brickworks Property Restoration LLC

Clinton Township
586.868.3234
[email protected]
https://chimneyrepairdetroitmi.com/
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All-star brick restoration

Detroit
3139745301
[email protected]
ChimneysHistoric DistrictMasonryPorchesReclaimed MaterialsRenovationRepointingWeatherizationWindows

Building Arts & Conservation

Saline
734-368-0838
[email protected]
www.bldgconservation.com
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National Restoration

248.318.0609
[email protected]
http://www.manta.com/c/mmcppkd/national-restoration-inc
Masonry

Franco's Masonry

Roseville
586-294-8128
[email protected]
http://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FrancosMasonry.46782886.html
Masonry

Madison Maintenance

Detroit
313-885-8525
[email protected]
http://www.madisonmaintenance.com/
Masonry

Resources

Tip Sheet: Making a Traditional Lime Mortar

MasonryRepointing

A helpful guide for taking care of your whole bungalow

BungalowExteriorHow-toInteriorMasonryRepointing

Repointing Mortar Joints in Historic Masonry Buildings

DIYExteriorHow-toMasonryRepointing

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