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"Very professional. Completed the job in one day. Great crew!"

Hermon D on September 2025

Tyler Gilson Concrete is here for all your concrete flatwork needs. From standard concrete to stamped, and colored concrete we handle it. Give us a call today for a free estimate on your project! PHONE NUMBER IS 7704013847 please do not call 3846

"Very professional. Completed the job in one day. Great crew!"

Hermon D on September 2025


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Atlanta Painting Company

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Atlanta Painting Company

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
2006 years of experience

The Painters YOU can TRUST! We are a full service painting company specializing in home improvements for residential homeowners and commercial businesses. We offer services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Stipple Ceiling Removal, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Flooring, and Gutter Installation. The Atlanta Painting Company proudly serves the greater metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia area including: Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Alpharetta, Marietta, Johns Creek, Norcross, Suwanee, Duluth, Woodstock, Peachtree Corners and everywhere in between. We also have an office located in Peachtree City to better service our customers on the southside of The Metro Atlanta area. We have a project minimum of $1500, and Free Color Consultations have a project minimum of $2000. Additional e-mail: [email protected].

"On or about September 25, 2025, I contacted Angi to hire a professional painter to paint the exterior of my home. Later that day I received a call from Kelly from Atlanta Painting Company and set a date for September 26, 2025 @ noon for a free estimate. On September 26, 2025, I received a text from Michael C. Goodin stating that he could come at 11: 00 am and conduct the estimate. Michael walked around my property and quoted an estimate of $3,375.82, I thought that was high from simply painting the trim of my home, but the HOA was involved, and I needed to get this done, so I agreed. I received an email from Allysa Escalante from Atlanta Painting Company stating that they would like to start the work on Tuesday September 30, 2025. I received another emailed that same day from Cynthia Hendry from Atlanta Painting Company stating that the crew would arrive on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, the length of the job would take three days, requested the $1,013.95 deposit and other related information. I thought it was odd that Michael texted me later that day pushing for the $1,013.95 deposit as this was a Friday, so I sent the deposit. On Monday September 29, 2025, I received an email from Jorge Arredondo, (project manager), for Atlanta Painting Company stating that he and the painting crew would arrive on Tuesday September 30, 2025, between 8:30 to 9:30 am to start the job. On September 30, 2025, at about 9:30, a two-man crew that did not speak English showed up, no Jorge Arredondo, (the English-speaking project manager) and attempted to communicate with me requesting I do a walk around my property to verify the estimate. This was something I could not do as I am a disabled veteran with a total knee replacement, and I told Michael about this. I contacted Michael by text and asked him why Jorge was not here, and he could not give me an answer other than Jorge was calling my phone as we texted. I told Michael to have Jorge leave a message. On that same day, Jorge left a message stating that he would be at my home the next day at 9:30 am and we would discuss why he failed to communicate with me. On October 1, 2025, @ 9:30 am the two-man crew that did not speak English showed up, no Jorge. I text Jorge about his lateness and lack of communication. I informed him that I was not happy with the quality of service, and I would speak to Michael about this. I contact Michael and stated that I have a big problem with Jorge’s lateness, lack of communication and quality of service. Michael stated that I should give Jorge another chance and that he vouches for this guy, I told Michael that’s not going to happen. You only get one chance to make a good impression. I when on to discuss items on the estimate the was either not done or should have been removed prior to September 30, 2025. These items were the back basement door; it should not have been on the estimate because I didn’t ask for that work to be done and the removal of the cost concerning the vinyl windows as they cannot be painted. I also requested an itemization of the estimate and how he came to the $3,375.82 quote. Michael stated that his company does not individually itemize their estimates. I informed Michael that we need to go over the numbers before reaching a final payment, he agreed. I also asked Michael are you just a salesman or are you the contractor? Michael never responded. Later that day, the two-man, non-English-speaking crew asked for final payment. I don’t know if they understood me when I told them I would speak to Michael and Jorge concerning that. These two men waited outside my property for about 30 minutes. I contact Michael again via text and asked why they are still here, what are they waiting for and do I need to call the police? I received no reply from Michael and the two men left shortly after.Angi It was my understanding that Michael and I would go over the estimate and agree on a lower price since there was no contract for the final payment, and that never happen. I am unsure if the work was properly done, since Michael and Jorge stopped communicating with me and the Atlanta Painting Company just disappeared. [Non first hand experience redacted] There was no supervision by Jorge to ensure the job with done right and, I believe the two painters were un-documented. I contacted Angi to avoid issues like this. I really don’t know who came to my home and why it got weird when I asked more questions. I set my home security system each night as I fear for the safety of myself and family because of this interaction. I expect a full refund of my deposit of $1,013.95 and no further communications anyone from Atlanta Painting Company"

Petrica V on October 2025

The Painters YOU can TRUST! We are a full service painting company specializing in home improvements for residential homeowners and commercial businesses. We offer services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Stipple Ceiling Removal, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Flooring, and Gutter Installation. The Atlanta Painting Company proudly serves the greater metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia area including: Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Alpharetta, Marietta, Johns Creek, Norcross, Suwanee, Duluth, Woodstock, Peachtree Corners and everywhere in between. We also have an office located in Peachtree City to better service our customers on the southside of The Metro Atlanta area. We have a project minimum of $1500, and Free Color Consultations have a project minimum of $2000. Additional e-mail: [email protected].

"On or about September 25, 2025, I contacted Angi to hire a professional painter to paint the exterior of my home. Later that day I received a call from Kelly from Atlanta Painting Company and set a date for September 26, 2025 @ noon for a free estimate. On September 26, 2025, I received a text from Michael C. Goodin stating that he could come at 11: 00 am and conduct the estimate. Michael walked around my property and quoted an estimate of $3,375.82, I thought that was high from simply painting the trim of my home, but the HOA was involved, and I needed to get this done, so I agreed. I received an email from Allysa Escalante from Atlanta Painting Company stating that they would like to start the work on Tuesday September 30, 2025. I received another emailed that same day from Cynthia Hendry from Atlanta Painting Company stating that the crew would arrive on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, the length of the job would take three days, requested the $1,013.95 deposit and other related information. I thought it was odd that Michael texted me later that day pushing for the $1,013.95 deposit as this was a Friday, so I sent the deposit. On Monday September 29, 2025, I received an email from Jorge Arredondo, (project manager), for Atlanta Painting Company stating that he and the painting crew would arrive on Tuesday September 30, 2025, between 8:30 to 9:30 am to start the job. On September 30, 2025, at about 9:30, a two-man crew that did not speak English showed up, no Jorge Arredondo, (the English-speaking project manager) and attempted to communicate with me requesting I do a walk around my property to verify the estimate. This was something I could not do as I am a disabled veteran with a total knee replacement, and I told Michael about this. I contacted Michael by text and asked him why Jorge was not here, and he could not give me an answer other than Jorge was calling my phone as we texted. I told Michael to have Jorge leave a message. On that same day, Jorge left a message stating that he would be at my home the next day at 9:30 am and we would discuss why he failed to communicate with me. On October 1, 2025, @ 9:30 am the two-man crew that did not speak English showed up, no Jorge. I text Jorge about his lateness and lack of communication. I informed him that I was not happy with the quality of service, and I would speak to Michael about this. I contact Michael and stated that I have a big problem with Jorge’s lateness, lack of communication and quality of service. Michael stated that I should give Jorge another chance and that he vouches for this guy, I told Michael that’s not going to happen. You only get one chance to make a good impression. I when on to discuss items on the estimate the was either not done or should have been removed prior to September 30, 2025. These items were the back basement door; it should not have been on the estimate because I didn’t ask for that work to be done and the removal of the cost concerning the vinyl windows as they cannot be painted. I also requested an itemization of the estimate and how he came to the $3,375.82 quote. Michael stated that his company does not individually itemize their estimates. I informed Michael that we need to go over the numbers before reaching a final payment, he agreed. I also asked Michael are you just a salesman or are you the contractor? Michael never responded. Later that day, the two-man, non-English-speaking crew asked for final payment. I don’t know if they understood me when I told them I would speak to Michael and Jorge concerning that. These two men waited outside my property for about 30 minutes. I contact Michael again via text and asked why they are still here, what are they waiting for and do I need to call the police? I received no reply from Michael and the two men left shortly after.Angi It was my understanding that Michael and I would go over the estimate and agree on a lower price since there was no contract for the final payment, and that never happen. I am unsure if the work was properly done, since Michael and Jorge stopped communicating with me and the Atlanta Painting Company just disappeared. [Non first hand experience redacted] There was no supervision by Jorge to ensure the job with done right and, I believe the two painters were un-documented. I contacted Angi to avoid issues like this. I really don’t know who came to my home and why it got weird when I asked more questions. I set my home security system each night as I fear for the safety of myself and family because of this interaction. I expect a full refund of my deposit of $1,013.95 and no further communications anyone from Atlanta Painting Company"

Petrica V on October 2025


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Nesbit Landscape

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Nesbit Landscape

4.87(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
1992 years of experience

Nesbit Landscape was founded in 1992, by Eric Brummond and is a locally owned and operated company. We offer complete landscaping design and installation services. Customer service,creative solutions and dependability, sets us apart from our competition. Areas for installation of landscape include Middle to North Georgia. Nesbit Landscape is fully insured and bonded. We stand behind our work and make sure you are happy with every aspect of the landscape project. Let us know how we can help you today.

"The egg rock that my neighbor and I had installed in a water runoff area between his house and mine had failed and suffered damage every time we had a really heavy rain. Eric and his team put in a dry creek bed, which solved the problem. Having dealt with a number of landscape companies, I don't think I ever hired one more impressive than Nesbitt. Eric was cordial and professional,.. a pleasure to work with."

James C on November 2021

Nesbit Landscape was founded in 1992, by Eric Brummond and is a locally owned and operated company. We offer complete landscaping design and installation services. Customer service,creative solutions and dependability, sets us apart from our competition. Areas for installation of landscape include Middle to North Georgia. Nesbit Landscape is fully insured and bonded. We stand behind our work and make sure you are happy with every aspect of the landscape project. Let us know how we can help you today.

"The egg rock that my neighbor and I had installed in a water runoff area between his house and mine had failed and suffered damage every time we had a really heavy rain. Eric and his team put in a dry creek bed, which solved the problem. Having dealt with a number of landscape companies, I don't think I ever hired one more impressive than Nesbitt. Eric was cordial and professional,.. a pleasure to work with."

James C on November 2021


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CGS Waterproofing and Foundations

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CGS Waterproofing and Foundations

4.84(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2007 years of experience

At CGS Waterproofing, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it is residential or commercial waterproofing service, we can take care of all of your waterproofing needs. Ask us about our weekly service! We look forward to working with you!

"CGS did a great job encapsulating my crawl space. Mike helped to simplify the process. I would highly recommend CGS."

Jessie K on May 2024

At CGS Waterproofing, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it is residential or commercial waterproofing service, we can take care of all of your waterproofing needs. Ask us about our weekly service! We look forward to working with you!

"CGS did a great job encapsulating my crawl space. Mike helped to simplify the process. I would highly recommend CGS."

Jessie K on May 2024


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AquaGuard Foundation Solutions

4.39(
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AquaGuard Foundation Solutions

4.39(
258
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Customers say: Super punctual
1995 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Established in 1995, AquaGuard Foundation Solutions stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across the entire state of Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. AquaGuard proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AquaGuard, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"I have never in my entire life had to write a review like the one I am about to write right now. To begin with we had a concrete slab laid at the beginning of Aug. and all we needed was for it to be leveled. We reached out to Aquaguard and Bill set up a date and time to come out and do an evaluation and a quote. Bill stated that they could level the concrete slab with no problems and gave us a quote of an est. 6k. I know that no one in their right mind would pay 6k for a job that was guaranteed by one of their SHAREHOLDERS (Bill) knowing that there was no guarantee it could be done (which is what their stating now.) We had a deadline to have this job completed which couldn’t be met because it is now Oct. and still ongoing. Jerrod and another employee came out on 2 separate occasions and all we have received from this service is UNLEVELED concrete and EXCESSIVE CRACKS AND WAVES. Weeks later 2 managers came out and could clearly see my disappointment because I was literally in TEARS. They said that some jobs they can’t get leveled completely and that they don’t know why Bill would tell us they could and that that’s stated in their contract. He said he would reach out to the general manager to come to a resolution because at this point my concrete slab is just horrific and still not LEVELED by the least. Literally worst than when they started the work. Week later no resolution. I suffer with congested heart failure which I was diagnosed with last Nov.2024 and this is really beginning to take a toll on me. All I want is a DECENT resolution because this is clearly not the service I was expecting to receive and is clearly unacceptable."

Iona R on October 2025

Established in 1995, AquaGuard Foundation Solutions stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across the entire state of Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. AquaGuard proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AquaGuard, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"I have never in my entire life had to write a review like the one I am about to write right now. To begin with we had a concrete slab laid at the beginning of Aug. and all we needed was for it to be leveled. We reached out to Aquaguard and Bill set up a date and time to come out and do an evaluation and a quote. Bill stated that they could level the concrete slab with no problems and gave us a quote of an est. 6k. I know that no one in their right mind would pay 6k for a job that was guaranteed by one of their SHAREHOLDERS (Bill) knowing that there was no guarantee it could be done (which is what their stating now.) We had a deadline to have this job completed which couldn’t be met because it is now Oct. and still ongoing. Jerrod and another employee came out on 2 separate occasions and all we have received from this service is UNLEVELED concrete and EXCESSIVE CRACKS AND WAVES. Weeks later 2 managers came out and could clearly see my disappointment because I was literally in TEARS. They said that some jobs they can’t get leveled completely and that they don’t know why Bill would tell us they could and that that’s stated in their contract. He said he would reach out to the general manager to come to a resolution because at this point my concrete slab is just horrific and still not LEVELED by the least. Literally worst than when they started the work. Week later no resolution. I suffer with congested heart failure which I was diagnosed with last Nov.2024 and this is really beginning to take a toll on me. All I want is a DECENT resolution because this is clearly not the service I was expecting to receive and is clearly unacceptable."

Iona R on October 2025


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R B Concrete Replacement

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R B Concrete Replacement

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2007 years of experience

***WE DO NOT PERFORM ASPHALT JOBS*** R B Concrete offers you over 12 years of expertise when it comes to your concrete needs. Our mission is to proudly serve our community and have a positive impact on those we come in contact with. Our vision is to be the best service provider while growing our company to serve our community in an even greater way. ***WE DO NOT PERFORM ASPHALT JOBS***

"Outstanding. Did above and beyond. RAFAEL was very personal and professional. My wife said after meeting him to hire him because she really liked his professional attitude."

Keith Morrison M on February 2023

***WE DO NOT PERFORM ASPHALT JOBS*** R B Concrete offers you over 12 years of expertise when it comes to your concrete needs. Our mission is to proudly serve our community and have a positive impact on those we come in contact with. Our vision is to be the best service provider while growing our company to serve our community in an even greater way. ***WE DO NOT PERFORM ASPHALT JOBS***

"Outstanding. Did above and beyond. RAFAEL was very personal and professional. My wife said after meeting him to hire him because she really liked his professional attitude."

Keith Morrison M on February 2023


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JJ&K Painting

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JJ&K Painting

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2020 years of experience

At JJ& K Painting LLC, we're more than a painting company. We are family owned business with over a decade of experience, our small, dedicated team specializes in everything from interior and exterior painting to drywall repair and cabinet refurbishment. We're hardworking, honest, and caring, treating every project with the utmost care. We are committed to delivering top- notch service you'll want to rave about. We also do all of following: drywall repair, pressure washing, deck staining, deck maintenance, deck repair, popcorn ceiling removal.

"Amazing! Most professional, on time and great job. Leo definitely went above and beyond and did a fantastic job. We will certainly hire him and his crew again. Best ever. HIGHLY recommend!"

Traci G on April 2024

At JJ& K Painting LLC, we're more than a painting company. We are family owned business with over a decade of experience, our small, dedicated team specializes in everything from interior and exterior painting to drywall repair and cabinet refurbishment. We're hardworking, honest, and caring, treating every project with the utmost care. We are committed to delivering top- notch service you'll want to rave about. We also do all of following: drywall repair, pressure washing, deck staining, deck maintenance, deck repair, popcorn ceiling removal.

"Amazing! Most professional, on time and great job. Leo definitely went above and beyond and did a fantastic job. We will certainly hire him and his crew again. Best ever. HIGHLY recommend!"

Traci G on April 2024


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By the Yard

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By the Yard

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2018 years of experience

We take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job!

"xxx"

Jerry C on February 2023

We take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job!

"xxx"

Jerry C on February 2023


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RPC Custom Builders LLC

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RPC Custom Builders LLC

4.62(
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Customers say: Quick response
1985 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 31 years of experience. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repairs for all phases and types of construction projects. We work extremely hard for the owner and always have the his or her best interest at heart. Our long term vision is to become the go-to general contractor that can keep quality and customer service our number one priority.

"Job done right, looks amazing."

Betty R on August 2025

With over 31 years of experience. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repairs for all phases and types of construction projects. We work extremely hard for the owner and always have the his or her best interest at heart. Our long term vision is to become the go-to general contractor that can keep quality and customer service our number one priority.

"Job done right, looks amazing."

Betty R on August 2025


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AR Concrete LLC

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AR Concrete LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2017 years of experience

We have been in business since 2017, but we have over 14 years of experience in finishing concrete. Being a concrete finisher takes a lot of experience, skills and knowledge to do a meticulous job which is what our company prides itself on. We are a licensed, insured and veteran-operated business. Please contact us for all your concrete needs. We offer free estimates. Our services include but are not limited to: * Driveways * Sidewalks * Patios * knee walls * Stamped Concrete * Slabs * Footings * House foundations * Grading * Handicap Ramps * Handicap Sidewalks * Handicap VPL Platforms * Pool lifts base with ground unit base * Junk removal * Pressure Washing ( fences, driveways, decks)" ☆☆☆Unfortunately, we don't do overlays and staining.

"Edwin and his crew were amazing! We had a 300sq ft back patio put in right off the back of our house and from the beginning stages of reaching out promptly and showing up on site in a professional manner for a quote all the way to cleaning up once the project was done, I had an incredible experience with AR Concrete. Edwin was able to answer any questions I had and was even flexible on a few changes that I needed to make to my original plans. The finished product turned out awesome and I would highly recommend AR Concrete to anyone looking to have this type of work done around their home or business."

Austin B on October 2024

We have been in business since 2017, but we have over 14 years of experience in finishing concrete. Being a concrete finisher takes a lot of experience, skills and knowledge to do a meticulous job which is what our company prides itself on. We are a licensed, insured and veteran-operated business. Please contact us for all your concrete needs. We offer free estimates. Our services include but are not limited to: * Driveways * Sidewalks * Patios * knee walls * Stamped Concrete * Slabs * Footings * House foundations * Grading * Handicap Ramps * Handicap Sidewalks * Handicap VPL Platforms * Pool lifts base with ground unit base * Junk removal * Pressure Washing ( fences, driveways, decks)" ☆☆☆Unfortunately, we don't do overlays and staining.

"Edwin and his crew were amazing! We had a 300sq ft back patio put in right off the back of our house and from the beginning stages of reaching out promptly and showing up on site in a professional manner for a quote all the way to cleaning up once the project was done, I had an incredible experience with AR Concrete. Edwin was able to answer any questions I had and was even flexible on a few changes that I needed to make to my original plans. The finished product turned out awesome and I would highly recommend AR Concrete to anyone looking to have this type of work done around their home or business."

Austin B on October 2024

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Concrete Walls questions, answered by experts

Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness, or around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick structure, before it becomes an urgent situation. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time to have a basement inspection to determine if a repair is necessary, depending on the soil conditions and structural specifics. Walls nearing 4 inches of bowing will require significant repairs. More than 6 inches of bowing usually means the wall will need replacing.

Concrete houses cost 10% to 20% more to build than stick-built homes, and maintenance on home systems is more invasive and expensive due to pipes and wires being buried in concrete. Concrete homes can also look more industrial and less comfortable if you don’t cover the concrete with finishing materials. It’s also more challenging to make changes to concrete, so reframing doors and windows or building home additions will cost more. Concrete needs time to cure, too, so the timeline to build a house out of concrete is a bit longer.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

Yes, you should hire a mason who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local mason guidelines.

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Certified” badge. Angi Certified businesses meet our standards for certification, which include:

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

The ideal base for concrete is even, firm, and permeable to encourage drainage. Depending on your project's weight requirements, a combination of gravel, sand, or other aggregates is best. While you can technically pour concrete over grass, dirt, or an old piece of concrete, you risk threatening the concrete's stability.

The Buford, GA homeowners’ guide to concrete wall construction

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.