Omega Masonry Brick & Mortar Contractor Blog
Welcome to the Omega Masonry blog. Omega is a brick and mortar contractor and expert stone mason offering a wide range of services including Mailbox Repair, Stucco Mailbox Repairs, Brick Mailbox Repair, Outdoor Fireplace & Fire Pits, Outdoor Grills & BBQ Pits, Built in Grills & Outdoor Kitchen, Brick Masonry, Stone Masonry, Retaining Wall Repair, Chimney Repair, Hardscapes Design, Stone Landscape Borders, Stone & Brick Patios, Stucco Work & Repairs, more.
From our Plano corporate headquarters we service the entire Dallas Forth Worth area including McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, Allen, Carrollton, The Colony, Addison, Rockwall, Richardson, Arlington, Little Elm, Rowlett, Murphy, Lucas, Parker, Wylie, Fairview, Lewisville, Anna, Coppell, Flower Mound, Celina Little Elm, Irving, Princeton, Highland Village, Melissa, Mesquite, Balch Springs, Preston Hollow, Allen, Las Colinas, Highland Park, Frisco, Collin County, Denton County, Dallas County, Rockwall County, and Tarrant County. Unlike many local contractors we are a true A to Z company offering emergency service, repairs, build, design and restoration. If you want the best for you home, don’t settle for less, call the expert stone masons of Omega Masonry!
8 Reasons to Choose CMU Walls
Why should you opt for CMU walls for your next build? For many business owners in Texas there is no reason not to. After all, concrete masonry units (CMU) are one of the oldest and most reliable building materials available. They are typically made from products such as Portland cement, various aggregates like quartz or stones and water. They can be solid or hollow, and designed with either two or three voids, and [...]
Elevate Your Outdoor Space with Stone Landscape Edging
Stone landscape edging is a functional and visually appealing addition to any outdoor space, offering a range of uses from defining pathways to framing flower beds. This type of edging can serve various purposes, from adding structure to garden areas to creating clear separations between different sections of your yard. Here are some ways to incorporate stone edging into your landscape design. Defining Paths, Walkways, and Garden Borders One of the primary uses [...]
Most Common Kinds of Masonry Repair for Chimneys
Chimneys seem like simple structures to the common person. They’re just made of bricks and are expected to last forever. Unfortunately, there’s a lot more to them than that. Neglected chimneys or those affected by moisture need to undergo masonry repair in order to restore them to their best conditions. So what kind of work is done on chimneys? Chimney Crown Repair Maintaining the chimney crown is one of the most essential [...]
Omega Masonry: Your Top-Rated Stucco Repair Company in Dallas, TX
Is your once-majestic Dallas home starting to show its age? Does the stucco exterior, once a source of pride, now feature unsightly cracks, chips, or water damage? Don't despair! Omega Masonry, the top-rated stucco repair company in Dallas, TX, is here to help. We understand the importance of your home's curb appeal. Stucco isn't just an aesthetic choice; it also protects your home from the elements. When your stucco needs repair, Omega Masonry [...]
Common Problems in Masonry Repair
Brick and stone buildings are generally very durable and may last for centuries. However, no matter how well you build a structure, defects are bound to show up sooner or later. That’s when you need to call a masonry repair service. To help speed up the repair process, you should gain a better understanding of the problems that you commonly face when your buildings start to show signs of defect. This article will provide [...]
What is Cast Stone?
If you are looking for a way to add a unique or custom element to the architecture of your Texas home, then it is time you checked out the practicality and durability of cast stone. This product has been around for centuries and offers a plethora of uses for both homes and business in Texas. In Texas, cast stone is ideal for nearly any type of construction as it is a highly versatile [...]
Choosing the Right Bricklayer
If you are embarking on your first major construction project, and you find yourself stymied at the thought of selecting a professional bricklayer without knowing much about the profession itself, there’s no need to be ashamed. It’s completely understandable, and you wouldn’t be the first person to have this dilemma, either. However, over time, and with increasing advancements in technology and its hand-in-hand association to advertising, it is becoming easier than ever to [...]
A Brick Wall Mason Explains Brick Damage Patterns
A brick wall is of rather rigid construction, meaning that as the foundation it resides on shifts and moves over time, it can become cracked or otherwise damaged. This can be true of any constructed brick wall, even ones erected by the most masterful brick wall mason. Unfortunately, time has a way of affecting all things, and brick walls are not excluded from that fact. There are numerous factors that come into play, [...]
How to Choose the Right Bricks for Any Construction Project
Bricks have long been a cornerstone of construction due to their remarkable durability, resilience, and adaptability across a broad range of projects. They can be utilized in everything from building sturdy driveways and retaining walls to creating charming fire pits. Each type of brick offers distinct benefits, with specific properties suited to various applications—such as resistance to moisture, enhanced thermal performance, or aesthetic appeal. Choosing the appropriate brick type is crucial, as it [...]