# Ernest Maier: More Than Just Blocks > Ernest Maier has been a leading construction materials supply store since 1926. Trust us for reliable, high-quality materials for your next project. Generated by Yoast SEO v27.2, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [About Ernest Maier](https://ernestmaier.com/our-family/our-history/): Our history and commitment to quality since 1926. - [Contact Us](https://ernestmaier.com/contact-us/): Get in touch with our experts. - [Inspirations & Project Ideas](https://ernestmaier.com/inspirations/): Photo galleries and ideas for your next construction project. - [Contractor Certifications](https://ernestmaier.com/audience/contractors/contractor-certs/) - [Find a Contractor](https://ernestmaier.com/audience/homeowners/find-a-contractor/) - [Fiberglass Rebar Guide](https://ernestmaier.com/es-la-barra-de-refuerzo-de-fibra-de-vidrio-mas-asequible-que-el-acero/) - [Trusted Construction Partner for Architects and Engineers](https://ernestmaier.com/audience/architects-and-engineers/): Finding the right color, shape, or product is critical. ## Building Material Calculators We have a number of useful calculators available to help make projects easier. - [Main Calculators Page](https://ernestmaier.com/calculators/) - [Aggregate Calculator](https://ernestmaier.com/calculators/aggregate-calculator/): Determine the amount of sand, stone, or gravel you need for your project. - [Concrete Calculator](https://ernestmaier.com/concrete-calculator/): Determine the amount of concrete (bagged or ready mix) you need. - [Block Calculator](https://ernestmaier.com/calculators/block-calculator/): How much block do you need for a wall? - [Masonry Accessories Calculator](https://ernestmaier.com/calculators/masonry-accessories-calculator/): Figure out mortar, sand, and reinforcement needs. - [PaveDrain Design Calculator](https://ernestmaier.com/calculators/pavedrain/): Check if the PaveDrain System can handle your rainfall event. ## Products & Services - [Aggregates](https://ernestmaier.com/aggregates/): Gravel, rock, sand, and stone in array of colors, sizes, and gradations. - [Concrete](https://ernestmaier.com/concrete/): Ready mix, precast/prestressed, volumetric, and premixed bags. - [Outdoor Living](https://ernestmaier.com/outdoor-living/): Hardscapes, patios, walkways, pavers, natural stone, and retaining walls. - [Insulation & Waterproofing](https://ernestmaier.com/insulation-waterproofing/): Rigid foam board insulation and waterproofing solutions. - [Masonry](https://ernestmaier.com/masonry/): Block, brick, natural stone, mortar, grout, and matching services. - [Steel](https://ernestmaier.com/steel/): Structural fabrication, beams, rebar, and miscellaneous steel. - [Tools and Accessories](https://ernestmaier.com/accessories/): Hand tools, power tools, safety equipment, and seasonal products. ## Top Products - [Argos Magnolia Bagged Colored Cement](https://ernestmaier.com/product/argos-colored-mortar/) - [4"x8" Concrete Lintels](https://ernestmaier.com/product/4x8-concrete-lintels/) - [12x8x16 Block](https://ernestmaier.com/product/12x8x16-block/) - [Flamingo Colored Masonry Cement](https://ernestmaier.com/product/flamingo-colored-masonry-cement/) - [8x8x16 Block](https://ernestmaier.com/product/8x8x16-normal-weight-hollow-cmu/) - [Concrete Brick](https://ernestmaier.com/product/concrete-brick/) - [1/2" Fiberglass Rebar, Cut 10' (4MAX)](https://ernestmaier.com/product/1-2-fiberglass-rebar-cut-10-4max/) - [5/8" Steel Rebar; Priced $/FT; Sold in 20' (#5)](https://ernestmaier.com/product/5-steel-rebar/) - [8"x8" Herc-U Bond Beam Lintels](https://ernestmaier.com/product/8x8-herc-u-bond-beam-lintels/) - [6"x8" Concrete Lintels](https://ernestmaier.com/product/6x8-concrete-lintels/) - [Roanoke Type S](https://ernestmaier.com/product/roanoke-type-s/) - [Roman Concrete Mix](https://ernestmaier.com/product/roman-concrete-mix/) - [Fence Block](https://ernestmaier.com/product/fence-block/) - [1/2" Steel Rebar; Priced $/FT; Sold in 20' (#4)](https://ernestmaier.com/product/4-steel-rebar/) - [Bond Beam Block](https://ernestmaier.com/product/open-bottom-bond-beam-blocks/) ## Knowledge Base & News - [Latest News & Updates](https://ernestmaier.com/inspirations/news/) - [How To Get Rid Of Mold On Concrete Block Walls In 5 Steps](https://ernestmaier.com/how-to-get-rid-of-mold-on-concrete-block-walls-in-5-steps/) - [CMU Fire Rating Chart](https://ernestmaier.com/cmu-fire-rating-chart/) - [Should You Fill Hollow Concrete Blocks?](https://ernestmaier.com/should-you-fill-hollow-concrete-blocks/) - [How Long Does Type S Mortar Take To Cure?](https://ernestmaier.com/how-long-does-type-s-mortar-take-to-cure/) - [What Is A Bond Beam And Its Role In Masonry?](https://ernestmaier.com/what-is-a-bond-beam-and-its-role-in-masonry/) - [4 Ways To Reinforce Concrete](https://ernestmaier.com/4-ways-to-reinforce-concrete/) - [How Deep Should Your Paver Base Be? A Guide for Patios](https://ernestmaier.com/how-deep-should-your-paver-base-be-a-guide-for-patios/) - [Weep Holes In Retaining Walls: Importance and Functions](https://ernestmaier.com/weep-holes-in-retaining-walls-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter/) - [Can You Paint Corten Steel? What You Need To Know](https://ernestmaier.com/can-you-paint-corten-steel-what-you-need-to-know/) - [10 Modern Stone Veneer Fireplace Ideas For A Stylish Home](https://ernestmaier.com/10-modern-stone-veneer-fireplace-ideas-for-a-stylish-home/) ## Featured Brands - [Echelon Masonry](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/echelon-masonry/) - [Endicott](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/endicott/) - [Casa Di Sassi](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/casa-di-sassi/) - [InsulBlock](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/insulblock/) - [Landmark Ceramics](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/landmark-ceramics/) - [Sonotube](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/sonotube/) - [Polycor](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/polycor/) - [MST Bar](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/mst-bar/) - [Herculintel](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/herculintel/) - [Fond du Lac Natural Stone](https://ernestmaier.com/brands/fond-du-lac/) ## Locations - [Bay Ready Mix](https://ernestmaier.com/locations/bay-ready-mix/) - [MD: Annapolis Junction](https://ernestmaier.com/locations/md-annapolis-junction/) - [VA: Charlottesville](https://ernestmaier.com/locations/charlottesville-va/) - [DE: Millsboro](https://ernestmaier.com/locations/de-millsboro/) - [DE: Delmar](https://ernestmaier.com/locations/de-delmar/) ## Jobs - [Field Crew Leader](https://ernestmaier.com/jobs/field-crew-leader/) - [Shop Production Manager](https://ernestmaier.com/jobs/shop-production-manager/) - [Project Manager](https://ernestmaier.com/jobs/project-manager/) - [Steel Yard Worker](https://ernestmaier.com/jobs/steel-yard-worker/) - [CDL Class A or B Truck Drivers](https://ernestmaier.com/jobs/truck-drivers/) ## Courses - [Concrete as a Sustainable Building Material](https://ernestmaier.com/courses/concrete-as-a-sustainable-building-material/) - [Introduction to Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Concrete Reinforcement](https://ernestmaier.com/courses/introduction-to-gfrp-rebar/) - [Energy Code Compliance with Concrete Masonry](https://ernestmaier.com/courses/energy-code-compliance-with-concrete-masonry/) - [Concrete Masonry Codes, Standards, and Specifications](https://ernestmaier.com/courses/concrete-masonry-codes-standards-and-specifications/) - [Concrete Masonry Overview](https://ernestmaier.com/courses/concrete-masonry-overview/) ## Wall Systems - [Stone Veneer on Reinforced Concrete Block](https://ernestmaier.com/wall_systems/stone-veneer-reinforced-concrete-block/) - [Stone Slab Veneer on Reinforced Concrete Block](https://ernestmaier.com/wall_systems/stone-slab-veneer-reinforced-concrete-block/) - [Reinforced Concrete Block Construction](https://ernestmaier.com/wall_systems/reinforced-concrete-block/) - [Reinforced Brick Construction](https://ernestmaier.com/wall_systems/reinforced-brick/) - [Concrete Block Veneer on Steel Stud Framing](https://ernestmaier.com/wall_systems/concrete-block-veneer-steel-stud/) ## Construction Divisions - [Steel](https://ernestmaier.com/steel/) - [Structural - Residential](https://ernestmaier.com/structural-residential/) - [Masonry Accessories](https://ernestmaier.com/accessories-masonry/) - [Structural - Commercial](https://ernestmaier.com/structural-commercial/) - [Retaining Walls](https://ernestmaier.com/srw/) ## Subsidiaries - [Skyline Brick](https://ernestmaier.com/skylinebrick/) - [Parker Block](https://ernestmaier.com/parkerblock/) - [Gomoljak](https://ernestmaier.com/gomoljak/) - [EM Steel](https://ernestmaier.com/emsteel/) - [EM Block](https://ernestmaier.com/emcoblock/) ## Inventories - [VA: Charlottesville](https://ernestmaier.com/inventory/va-charlottesville-40/) - [MD: Gaithersburg](https://ernestmaier.com/inventory/md-gaithersburg-10/) - [MD: Bladensburg (HQ)](https://ernestmaier.com/inventory/md-bladensburg-hq-25/) - [MD: Baltimore](https://ernestmaier.com/inventory/md-baltimore-26/) - [MD: Annapolis Junction](https://ernestmaier.com/inventory/md-annapolis-junction-5/) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://ernestmaier.com/sitemap_index.xml)