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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!

How to Tell if Brick Wall Repair is in Order

No building, no matter its construction material, is immune to the effects of time and weather. Exterior brick walls are just as susceptible to damage despite their sturdy construction and should be examined for visible signs of damage routinely. Brick wall repair can be preventative or curative, depending on what stage in which your masonry contractor is called to the scene. Not all signs of brick wall damage appear concerning, even when they [...]

Types of Concrete Repair

When calling for concrete repair, it is best to have an idea of what you are getting into. For example, there are many different kinds of concrete repair. Each type is best used in relation with a certain type of damage. Slab Jacking Sometimes a poor subbase or soil erosion can cause your driveway to sink in multiple areas. Slab Jacking is a way to bring the surface back up. It uses a [...]

Why Should You Hire A Stone Masonry Contractor?

When building or renovating your property, there are many construction methods and styles to consider. This means that the contractor you hire will have a large impact on the outcome. Most people assume that there are only two types of contractors: residential and commercial. But actually, there are different skills and expertise within the construction industry with stone masonry being one of them. You may be wondering why you need a stone masonry [...]

The Basics of Cast Stone Repair

Cast stone is a concrete masonry application that simulates natural-cut stones and has quite a number of architectural uses. Cast stone repair is necessary because these stones are mostly found on building exteriors and outdoor gardens, usually as trims and ornaments. It is made from white cement, natural sands, and crushed stones, and can be colored using mineral pigments. The beauty of cast stones is undeniable however they will only look great if [...]

Concrete Contractors

Our concrete contractors offer expert concrete repair at an affordable cost. If you suspect damage to your concrete or are looking to spruce up the aesthetics of your concrete surface, consider contacting our concrete contractors today. While we get do get calls from people looking to enhance the aesthetic appearance of their driveway, we mostly receive calls pertaining to damage. Customers also often call because they cannot tell if their damage is severe [...]

Retaining Wall Repairs in Texas

Your retaining wall is not just a bit of masonry that adds beauty or architecture to your Texas property. Nor is it simply a way to show off your style or landscape design or to provide you with some seating at the back of your property. Though all of these uses would be true. However, your retaining wall serves a unique purpose – to hold back or retain the soil behind it. The [...]

Types of Decorative Concrete Used in TX

When you make the decision to do upgrades to your Texas home there are many approaches you can take. From landscaping to painting, and structural elements to paving the drive, there is no limit to the ways you can improve both the aesthetic and conversely, the resale value of your home. However, if you are looking for a truly unique expression of who you are, then decorative concrete is the perfect choice. Decorative [...]

What Is Stone Masonry?

Stonemasons are craftsmen who work with stones to create homes, buildings and structures. They know how to manipulate, shape, polish and carve the stones into a specific design. This also includes stone features like the installation of retaining walls, chimneys, and patios. A stone masonry contractor is able to handle natural and manufactured stone to create different installations and even a home. Types of Stone Masonry There are two main classifications of stone [...]

Is Brick Repair Worth it?

If you are considering putting your Texas brick home on the market and want to be sure to get the maximum value out of it, then it is necessary for you to see that any repairs are addressed. The concerns may range from updating a room’s paint job to talking to a Texas masonry professional about repairing any damaged mortar or brickwork. But, perhaps you are wondering if it is that important to [...]