Need a new brick feature, chimney, or fireplace in your Austin, TX, area home? A Team Home Services professional masonry services can help you design, build, and finish structures made of brick, cement, marble, stone, and more. Let our team of seasoned experts assist you when picking and installing the right material at the right price for your masonry project or access and perform repairs on cracked or deteriorated masonry structures.
What Does a Mason Do?
A mason is skilled in a specialized trade that includes installing, building, and replacing specific materials—such as brick, cement, marble, or stone—to help their clients design structures like fireplaces or brick pathways. To become a certified mason, most people train through an apprenticeship for four to six years or shadow a licensed, tenured mason or craftsperson.
What Are the Most Common Types of Masonry Materials?
Brick Masonry
Bricks are lightweight compared to other masonry materials and easy to transport, adhere to several different types of mortar—a paste that glues masonry materials together—and are more affordable than stones or concrete blocks. Brick masonry is more vulnerable to damage than stone or concrete. You can always call one of our expert masons at A Team Home Services to help you decide which type of mason materials best fits you and your home project.
Concrete Masonry
Concrete masonry is durable and resistant to mold, fire, insects, and the weather. Concrete is easy to find and comes in a vast collection of colors, finishes, and sizes to help meet any home project requirements. While concrete is heavy and sometimes difficult to handle, it is great for insulating against heat, moisture, and noise.
