One of the most important items to consider when building or adding to a home is the type of material you want to use. There are many options available but for a long lasting, low maintenance material that is always in style, masonry is the best option.

Masonry is the construction of a structure using stone and mortar. Some of the most commonly used building materials used in masonry include brick, marble, granite. concrete block, tile and stone.

Not only is masonry an attractive feature to add to your home but whether you choose to use concrete, stucco, or brick, masonry truely withstands the test of time. Many homeowners have had to spend thousands of dollars on fixing a molded or rotting exterior wall, and these homeowners understand not only the physical advantages, but also the cost-saving benefits of bulding their home with masonry.

The advantages of masonry are endless. Living in Florida the temperatures can reach all time highs and the weather can be unpredictable. Masonry can beat the heat and the weather with it being both fire and weather resistant making it able to handle Floridas harsh weather conditions year around making masonry your best defense for severe weather and UV degradation.

Houses built with masonry are practically maintenance free. Fungus and mold cannot grow on masonry. Regular exterior cleaning needed for homes built with vinyl siding is not needed for brick or stone homes.