Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1976
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Also cleaned chimney and wood stove Checked stove and chimney for safety and installation"
Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Browning Masonry specializes in interior and exterior masonry that will enhance and beautify your home. Your fireplace is the most relaxing part of your home, so when you rebuild or remodel, you want to use the most experienced Fireplace and Masonry Contractor in the business.\n \nBrowning Masonry can provide you with a wide range of design using select materials. Jay Browning's expertise is his artistic ability to give you a product that will be one of a kind.
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Yes, quality work done on time and at the price quoted, fixed all sprinklers, and broken parts also programmed sprinkler watering schedule."
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Very well. I bought through Angies List. I scheduled myself, as I needed to get this done within the week I called. I talked to the owner, Martin, who was so nice and in the process of moving his shop from Gilroy to Morgan Hill. Because I wanted this done relatively fast, I said I was flexible and could meet anytime, suggesting if they are out near Los Gatos, perhaps they could squeeze me in. He said in fact, he thought they might be in the next week or so, and he would text me. Well, the very next day, I got a text and met his guys and they did a good job. Plus they took the time to show me how the gas fireplace works. I was very pleased. Martin was very responsive continually and kept me posted or had his guys call to update me on time to meet. Martin also knows everything about BBQ's, so if your BBQ stops working, there is no better place to call for that too! I know I will!"
Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I hired easybrick123 to redue my front porch. It was original equipment in these 20 year old trackhomes and was always an eyesore from day one. John is a expert brick mason. His work is functionality, durability and art all together. John is very dependable and reliable and quick. You might get a little dust however you clean it up quick, the stone will last a lifetime and pay for its self in terms of day to day value, curb appeal and CHI. John takes his time, does one job at time and is prompt and courteous. All this very reasonably priced. CALL EASYBRICK123.com TODAY."
Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They were on time, did a great job."
Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"See above.. He's great- knowledgeable, prompt, profession, creative, and very talented!!! Price was competitive yet fair..
Fabulous job!!!
Hiring him again for some interior and exterior stencil work....If you're looking for faux and or stenciling work for your home..RANDY IS YOUR MAN!!"
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Didn't use the right tile in the one place(smaller so grout lines bigger). Only brought 2 colors of grout. Didn't have the right color"
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We had a great experience with IY Development and their team! We finished our project recently, adding 2 bedrooms and a bathroom to our home. We recommend IY Development because we just felt they treated us so well, answered all our questions, kept us in the loop and were very fair with the costs of the whole project."
Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He was efficient, professional and very reasonable. He completed the work within 4 hours of making my initial phone call to him.
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Start with a professional inspection. If damage is limited to a few bricks or the crown, a targeted repair helps keep costs and disruption to a minimum. Severe leaning, widespread mortar failure, or major fire damage usually signals it’s time for a complete teardown and rebuild. Your contractor will outline both price tags, but remember that rebuilding a failing stack is often cheaper than repeated patch jobs and the water leaks or fire hazards they allow.
Cracks provide water with an easy path into the masonry, weakening the bricks and mortar and increasing the risk of collapse or fire. Gaps can also let hot gases and sparks escape into attic spaces. Call a chimney pro as soon as you see cracking so they can seal small joints or recommend a larger rebuild before minor damage turns into a costly emergency.
Smoke rolling back into the room often indicates a blocked flue, a broken damper, or a drafting issue. Have a sweep inspect the damper, flue liner, and any obstructions right away. Most fixes involve clearing debris, repairing the liner, or adjusting the damper so the fireplace pulls air correctly. Don’t light another fire until a professional pinpoints the cause and confirms your system is venting safely.
Most policies cover chimney repairs caused by a sudden, covered event, such as lightning, a fallen tree, or a house fire. They won’t cover damage that stems from neglected maintenance or everyday wear. Review your policy or contact your agent before scheduling work to determine what documentation your insurer requires and what costs you will be responsible for.
Component life spans vary. Clay tile or cast-in-place liners last close to 50 years, while stainless-steel liners last 15 to 20 years. Mortar requires attention every 25 to 30 years, while crowns last 50 to 75 years. Use these numbers as a maintenance roadmap: schedule regular inspections, budget for future upgrades, and replace parts before age-related cracks develop into more significant problems.
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