Gas inserts typically cost between $500-$2500 and installation into an existing masonry fireplace ranges between $500 and $1500.

The ceiling would need to be taken down in basement, flooring would need to be replaced throughout the home and there is some masonry work (nothing major) that would also need to be done.

So the re-touch work is better done by an experienced masonry.

I own a 5 unit plus a commercial on the same block & lot.I am behind on my payments Only 2 units are rented and the building is in need of some major masonry repairs & interior work.

It may depend on the installer, but my installer will be using cement board with masonry screw and I heard you want to put thin-set between the wood sub-floor & cement board as well as between the tile & cement board.Thanks.

My team consists of those who provide acquisition opportunities, my contractor/sub team which is my painting crew, framers, flooring installers, masonry guys, landscapers, etc., my RE agent who performs a lot of my upfront due diligence on potential acquisitions and also is teh agent who lists the properties for re-sale on the exit, my escrow company, my title company, my attorney, my project manager (in this case - he is my Brother), and my insurance agent.

Currently I am heavily focused on wholesale deals; Construction wise I got a couple masonry projects I'm working on, but I'm always receiving bid invites on new build projects, what are you looking for exactly, maybe I can keep an eye out and let you know if I find one that fit your perimeters.

I've been a longtime lurker, but this is my first venture and post, really need help/advice.I've been under contract to purchase a 2 flat in the Jeff/Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, it was a not approved short sale (we have now received approval, we have 30 days from today to close)It's a standard 2 unit masonry home, with finished basement with an illegal unit, and a recently renovated one unit, other has original finishes w/ new carpet. ~1000 sqft each unit 2br 1ba.

If the masonry is too ugly, then paint the brick with the correct preparation and quality paint.

The foundation is brick and the columns or piers are concrete block, masonry and metal.