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Groundworks
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceConcrete Foundation - Repair+3 more

Serving Congress, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"Alex and Donavan were very thorough. Discovered more than what we called them for. We originally wanted information on sealing cracks to eliminate cricket infestation coming through cracks in stem wall. We were not interested in repairing foundation rebar which is typical in slab homes in AZ. They were knowledgeable and honest in their evaluation of our home."
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
Crawl Space

+22

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City Plumbing & Rooter AZ, LLC
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Congress, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a serious mainline backup at my home in Sedona and reached out to City Plumbing and Rooter—and I’m really glad I did. They showed up exactly at the time we scheduled, which I appreciated right away. They quickly got to work, snaking the line to clear the blockage and then doing a camera inspection to make sure everything was fully cleared and flowing properly. That extra step gave me a lot of confidence that the problem was actually fixed and not just temporarily pushed through. They were professional, knowledgeable, and respectful of my home the entire time. Everything was explained clearly, and there were no surprises. You can tell they know what they’re doing and take pride in their work. If you’re dealing with a mainline backup or any plumbing issue in Sedona, I highly recommend City Plumbing and Rooter. Reliable, on time, and thorough—exactly what you want in a plumber."
Walter - Mascott
Cleanouts w/Backflow
Approval from City
Installing Cleanouts
Septic Fix

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

If you want to make your home eco-friendly, enjoy low maintenance, and love the fact that its looks will take people’s breath away (and not because they were trying to blow your house down), then a modern brick home is right for you. You can hire a mason to get the building process started for your brick home.

But if you’re not fond of the color and don’t want to deal with the process of repointing or other repairs, consider going with vinyl or wood. These materials offer a lower cost. While they tend to require more maintenance, they don’t cost nearly the same as exterior brick house repair.

Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.

When painting brick, each application method has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Spraying is significantly faster but may not penetrate deeply beyond the surface layer. Rolling is effective for working paint into the brick's texture but can be less effective on mortar joints. If you opt for a roller, choose a thick nap of at least a half-inch to ensure paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage. Using a brush is generally not recommended as it is very time-consuming and provides poor surface penetration. Ultimately, a combination of spraying followed by back-rolling is often the best strategy for a durable and even finish.

Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it’s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.

Handbuilt masonry fireplaces are likely what comes to mind when we think about curling up by the fire at the end of the day. But bricks in the firebox and chimney tend to be heavy, which is not ideal for homes with weak or damaged foundations.

Prefabricated fireboxes come with a full flue and chimney system, significantly reducing the price and installation time. However, if you need to replace the panels down the line, you are locked into the same model or something very similar.

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