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Avatar for Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
4.9(
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have received several compliments regarding the landscaping just completed. Pierce and his team were an outstanding resource for renovation of what appeared to be a hopeless mess of weeds and stumps in the front of our home; resulting from overgrown shrubs and so-called "dwarf" evergreens removed previously. Pierce was a patient and eager landscaping contractor, listening carefully to our needs and budget and formulating a beautiful refurbishment of the area described above. Pierce's knowledge of plant selection appeared comprehensive and he helped us understand and select an attractive array of perennials and shrubs. Further, Pierce engineered a near weed-free planting area that made our curving flagstone walkway especially attractive. Pierce L. Shallis Landscaping & Design is not the cheapest but his prices are very reasonable for the thoughtfulness of design and the quality of their work."
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Outoor Living
Flagstone
Walkway Steps

+46

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.6(
230
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+3 more

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was so happy with the quick and thorough work of Shawn and Gilbert in my basement. They were fast and took great care for each detail of the job. I have confidence to refinish my basement now! I would highly recommend them and Basement Systems for all your waterproofing needs!"
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+129

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Waterproofing One
Waterproofing One
4.7(
152
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+1 more

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent all around experience!!!!!!!! After a series of storms and gradual water soaking our basement carpet several times, I finally called Waterproofing One in April, 2017 after seeing their ad several times on our St. Basil's church bulletin. I spoke initially with the owner-Joe who was helpful and he dispatched Dave Cook who came over within an hour. Dave Cook has been in this business and related utility engineering previously for over 30 years and really knows his stuff. Dave was extremely thorough, spending time in the basement, looking at some pictures I took of the damage and spent a considerable amount of time walking around the exterior of my property and reviewing the landscaping where most problems start. Dave wrote up a report of what work was needed including extending downspouts, recommending we have our contractor add a louvered door at the top of the steps for aeration (a great idea given no windows in basement) , waterproofing the well water closet walls, spraying impacted area for potential mold, and installing a new French drain and sump-pump system with battery backup. Gene and his crew then came over on May 17, 2018 and performed the construction and installation work and did a great job. Those guys worked extremely hard in what is inherently a muddy line of work and were very courteous, professional and left the basement very clean. Gene took extra time to show us exactly what they were doing as they drilled holes into the lower cinder block walls, laying of the perforated pipe and some of the damp mold on the wooded studs he extracted at the impacted area. We paid exactly what Dave originally quoted! Dave Cook came back checked on things and made some other recommendations including adding stones around the foundation outside and in holes to avoid soil erosion and soften the acceleration of rain water into the ground. Once the work was finished and our carpenter redid the walls and painting, We had subsequently refinished the basement with high end vapor/mold resistant padding from Mohawk and a quality polyester carpet. 15 months later and here we are on September 30, 2019 after 50+ rain storms since installation and NO WATER nor Mold issues in the basement!!! We are really enjoying our basement again thanks to WATERPROOFING ONE!!!! 5-STARS!!!!!!!!"
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+7

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AG Construction
4.9(
96
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Big improvement over the driveway we started with. Alex and his team delivered the driveway we needed. He worked with us creating the design that worked both functionaly and asteticaly. Totaly changes the look of my house. The quality of the finished product is above what I imagined. They also helped us with transplanting our 14 year old fig tree. The last picture is the before shot."
Fencing
Fence
Fence
Concrete
Stamped Concrete

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Saints Property Solutions, LLC
4.9(
29
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+3 more

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Castro provided outstanding service. His work is awesome. Always showed up on time, cleaned up after work was completed and completed all work on schedule. He is very experienced and can complete an array of home improvement projects. I plan on using him again for majority of my projects. He is a real gem!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Inspired Exteriors, LLC
5.0(
32
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I am beyond satisfied with the work done by Inspired Exteriors. The craftmanship was excellent and the porch stair railings almost perfectly match my existing porch railings. Workers were neat and professional and worked a long day to get the job done. I thought the price was right and was a great value for the amount of work that went into the project. I worked personally with the owner who was very professional and spent a lot of time with me even though it was a relatively small project."
Complete Exterior Makeover with Herringbone Siding & Stone Accents
GAF Timberline HD Pewter Gray, Added Ridge Vent
Owens Corning Duration Onyx Black
Owens Corning Duration Pewter Gray
Roofing, Siding, and Gutters

+230

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Greenstone Gardens
4.8(
22
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair+1 more

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I couldn’t be happier with my new backyard walkway. Greenstone Gardens did an exceptional and professional job planning and executing this project. Mark Senior is great. He had great ideas, didn’t pressure me, and came up with a very fair price. The crew was excellent. My backyard looks so much cleaner and neater now. I will definitely use this company for future landscape projects. Thank you for your terrific work!"
Devon Stone Patio
Existing Concrete Before
E.P. Henry Old Towne Cobble Walkway
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Driveway Before

+36

Response time1 day
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

Cobblestone can be made from many different types of stones but the most common ones, by far, are granite, basalt, limestone, and sandstone.  If you are laying a brick paver patio or other such project, the medium is different. It’s rare, but cobblestone can also be made from marble, slate, jasper, and other types of rock. Technically, you can make cobblestone from almost any type of rock, but if it is weather-resistant and stands the test of time is another question entirely.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

  • Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings

  • Freestanding stone or brick walls

  • Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces

  • Cement block basement or crawl space walls

Real stone is exactly what it sounds like: It’s real stone sourced from the earth without additives. It is durable and unique, but it’s difficult to work with because of its weight, challenge in sourcing, and high cost. Stone veneer mimics the look of real stone but is actually engineered with a mixture of Portland cement, natural minerals, and a colorant. While it’s more affordable and easier to work with, it’s less durable and may appear manufactured to the trained eye.

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

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