A homeowner will hire a masonry contractor whenever it is necessary to build or repair anything that uses brick or stone. Those who undertake masonry in Wilmington, DE can apply a brick veneer to a new home or they can repair bricks which have been damaged accidentally or are disintegrating from age. As masonry is not a skill that a typical homeowner has, hiring the right contractors can be somewhat difficult. Like many skill searches it often starts with asking around the neighborhood or at work, trying to find someone that has recent experience.
Once you have been successful in identifying a couple of candidates there are a few questions that you should ask prior to giving them the go-ahead to do the work.
Experience with material: Not all masons have the same skills, some are expert at handling stone; others are expert with brick while others are more involved with repair rather than new construction. You know exactly what materials you are going to be working with, don’t hesitate to ask; you may be interviewing a great mason but he might not be the best for your project.
References: Ask your candidates for references and by all means, follow through and contact the homeowners. By checking references you will get honest feedback not only on their skill but how well they work and how it is being around them.
Payment schedule: Masonry can be expensive. As your contractor will have to purchase all the necessary materials in advance of doing the work don’t be surprised when he asks for a sizeable downpayment. You will want to understand exactly how the balance will be handled.
Any pre-prep? The best masons are quite content doing everything themselves but it never hurts to ask if there is anything in particular that you can do in advance of their arrival. There are things that require little or no skill; if you can do it you may save a little money.
Once you get answers to these types of questions you are in a far better position to hire a capable masonry contractor in Wilmington, DE to do the work around your home.
Mara Restoration professionals are skilled at masonry in Wilmington, DE. Whether you need bricks replaced, your chimney repaired or replaced or new brick pavers laid, you are invited.
