Brick offers a classic, uniform look that fits most Northeast Ohio neighborhoods, while stone offers a natural, textured look often used for accents, veneers, and features like fire pits. The right choice depends on your home's existing materials, the look you want, and the purpose of the project. Both can be reviewed with you during an estimate.
The case for brick
Brick is the most common masonry material in Cuyahoga, Lorain, and Medina Counties, and for good reason: it is durable, widely available, and fits the look of older Northeast Ohio neighborhoods.
If your home is already brick, repairs and additions in brick usually blend in best.
The case for stone
Stone brings a natural texture that brick cannot match. Stone veneer on the front of a home, or a stone feature like a fire pit in the backyard, can change the whole feel of a property.
Stone work pairs well with stamped concrete patios and other outdoor projects.
How to choose
Start with your home's existing materials and the look you want. Then talk through the options — Concrete Masonry LLC works in both brick and stone and can review what fits your project when you request an estimate.
Frequently asked questions
Can stone be added to the front of my house?
Stone veneer can be applied to many exterior walls. The wall and scope are reviewed during your estimate.
Do you build stone features like fire pits?
Yes. Stone features such as fire pits are part of our stone masonry work. Describe your project when you request an estimate.