Jo Lauricella

Bostonbrick.com: Where Is Your Favorite Place?

As a kid my favorite place in the summer was Suzie’s backyard. Suzie was the oldest of 7 kids. Her mom wanted all her kids in her backyard. She welcomed all the neighborhood kids to join them. Suzie’s mom believed that kids do better with simple things. ... Read >

BostonBrick.com: You Deserve the Very Best Contractor

Getting yourself heard and understood is sometimes a challenge. When it comes to getting exactly what you want in hardscape frustration is only part of the price. The rest is in hard dollars and harder concrete and stone. Choosing a contractor for you... Read >

BostonBrick.com: Are You Waiting For The Home Inspector To Tell You That You Need A Chimney Inspecti

Real Estate Agents, representing buyers in today’s market, call in a Home Inspector as a matter of course. But when it comes to chimneys, how much of an inspection is enough? Home Inspectors, as thorough and as diligent as they are, perform what is kno... Read >

BostonBrick.com: Neighborhoods are Different

I have always enjoyed looking at neighborhoods and trying to figure out what makes them different from other neighborhoods. I first discovered this game in New York City. I took the subway to an area, got off and walked to the next subway stop. I got back... Read >

BostonBrick.com: Two Ton Elephants

I was chatting with a couple of realtors this morning at an Association meeting. I commented that it seems that so many of the problems we are all having are under cover. Sometimes I feel like we each are living with at least one 2 ton elephant sitting i... Read >

BostonBrick.com: The Four Categories Of A Chimney Inspection

Chimney Inspections cover four basic categories: Structural, Fire Safety, Health Hazards, and Proper Operation. All certified inspection companies cover each one of these. Earthquakes make structural integrity an important issue in Southern Californi... Read >

BostonBrick.com: Driveways Are Part Of The Neighborhood

As a child I drew on that large flat surface of my family’s driveway with big chunks of colored chalk. I would play Hop Scotch with my friends and later Jacks. Driveways were the line that marked the end of my yard and the beginning of some else’s yard. T... Read >

BostonBrick.com: The Perfect Season for Outdoor Fireplaces

Today as I walked my dog, my usual meditations while pacing the neighborhood were distracted by the familiar floral scents that have been missing from the environment for several months. The chill has left the air and the rains are slowing down. Springtim... Read >