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Chimney Solutions
4.7(
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Riverside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The team was great. David did the inspection. Nick & Jose repaired the masonry chimney and installed a wood burning stove. Everyone was professional and courteous. We are happy to have a functional and stylish wood stove."
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+15

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Creative Complete Masonry
5.0(
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Riverside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in masonry installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 5 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. \n

Steps rebuild
Out door fire place
Retaining wall repair
Retaining wall repair
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Ace Foundation & Recovery Specialist, LLC
4.7(
28
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+1 more

Serving Riverside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Actual Work Done: 1. Installed French drains to deal will water issues in our yard and to channel water away from our house. Cody explained the process and and why he would do the job the way he explained. He and his crew did a top notch job. They took care to hand dig the trenches without destroying the yard. They smoothed everything out and replaced the grass in areas where possible. They filled in dirt in low areas to help prevent the water from pooling. 2. They took down and rebuilt a retaining wall near the foundation that had been pushed in due to water issues. They built the wall back better than the one that was damaged. All the work on both projects was completed in the time Cody quoted us and all the work was top notch. We would highly recommend Ace Foundation Specialists and Cody and his crew. We will use them again for other projects if the need arises."
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Response time4 days
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
4.2(
215
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+3 more

Serving Riverside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew arrived on time agreed upon and they were actually quicker than I expected. They were professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. I still plan to have the crawlspace encapulated and will be contracting AFS for that project as well. Very pleased with the service I received."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

116 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Peer-Less
4.9(
15
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Riverside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve been having such a hard time with contractors in the Birmingham area but working with Peer-Less has turned it around for me. I needed a driveway for a reno project. Not only did they answer all my questions, they were super fast getting the job done. I’m really glad I found this company and will definitely use them again. Thanks again for all of your help Marcus!"
Patio Extension
Finished Parking Pad
Backyard covered patio's
Driveway & Patio Combo
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project

+47

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

Modern brick homes have a brick facade over standard framing and sheathing, so the brick offers minimal added structural stability. A home with traditional brick construction is more durable than a stick-built home, as the double-layer brick walls and rebar resist higher lateral wind loads and support heavier loads up top, as well.

Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.

Landscape boulders, especially porous stones like sandstone or granite, can crack or break over time. Cracks occur when water seeps into the surface of the stone and freezes. The risk is highest when it rains during the day and temperatures freeze overnight since the moisture has time to penetrate deeper into the rock before expanding.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

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