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Archer Chimneys & Exteriors
4.7(
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We found that an old antenna fell that was attached to the roof of our 2 story home. We called Archer chimney, they came out the same day, investigated the damage, and provided a quote. The following day, Joel and and Mike returned and repaired the roof. They were very professional and courteous. Pictures were provided before and after the job. We highly recommend this company and will be using them for additional projects in the future. Great job JOEL AND MIKE."
Before and after leaking rain pan
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AquaGuard Foundation Solutions
4.1(
238
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceConcrete Foundation - Raise+3 more

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would like to give a very high recommendation to Joseph D, Aury, Anthony, Irvine and Demetrius and a OUTSTANDING and Awesome job completing my foundation work. All of these men were VERY respectfully and courteous during the completion of the being done. Also, I would like to thank Jake for all he has done to putting all this together (working with my schedule). Thank you guys for all you did to make our home better. Keep up the GREAT work. All of these Gentleman deserve a some kind of incentive for what they each and every day for homeowners like us."
Protect Your Basement
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Protect Your Concrete

+16

266 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Georgia Foundation Solutions, LLC
5.0(
5
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We take great pride in our 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. Call us today!

Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation

+23

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Peachtree Home Solutions LLC
5.0(
5
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Peachtree Home Solutions was built to deliver a better experience with honest answers, owner-involved service, and customized foundation, waterproofing, crawl space, and drainage solutions from a local company that truly cares. Every home is different. We take the time to understand what is causing the problem before recommending the right solution.

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Encapsulation

+20

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. Types of concrete applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

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.

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, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

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