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How Masonry Repair Works

Noel M. Torres January 23, 2023

How Masonry Repair Works

Having a masonry contractor is the first step to take if you want to make sure your home is structurally sound. Whether it is cracks, spalling, or Ivy growth, there are signs you can look out for that will let you know it’s time to have your masonry repaired. It’s also essential to understand how masonry repair works so you can keep your house safe and beautiful.

Spalling

Spalling is a type of masonry repair Woodbridge VA that involves the flaking or cracking of bricks. It usually happens due to water damage. Luckily, there are ways to prevent spalling and fix damaged bricks.

The first step is to understand what is going on. If you need to become more familiar with the problem, it can be challenging to determine the best way to handle it. You can use several methods to determine what is causing the damage.

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Invasive Pond Plants

Noel M. Torres February 5, 2022

Invasive Pond Plants

Invasive species can be a problem. No doubt you’ve heard about gypsy moths or zebra mussels. Did you know that there are also invasive plant species? This is especially problematic in water bodies such as ponds and small lakes.

If you are having plant problems in your pond or water body, it may be time to get professional aquatic weed control.

Invasive Aquatic Plants: The Top Concerns

Some of the worst invasive aquatic plants can completely clog up your pond. From a technical perspective, they cause what is referred to as rapid “eutrophication”  of your once-beautiful water body.  Some of the most important invasive aquatic plants include the following:

  • Hydrilla.
  • Egeria (Brazilian Elodea).
  • Curlyleaf Pondweed.
  • Eurasian Watermilfoil.
  • Variable Milfoil.
  • Fanwort.

In some cases, invasive aquatic plants have been deliberately introduced. More commonly, they enter water bodies by accident or unintentionally. One

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