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Avatar for Nedi Masonry Repair, LLC
Nedi Masonry Repair, LLC
4.3(
44
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would recommend this company to EVERYONE. They were professional, hardworking, and respectful to me and my property. They got right to the job at hand, and kept everything tidy during the entire project. The finished job looks FANTASTIC, and the price was a DEAL! I will definitely use this company again for any masonry repair I may need. GREAT JOB GUYS!!! :)"
BEFORE
AFTER
BEFORE
AFTER
BRICK STAIRS REPAIR

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hunt Construction Co
4.6(
33
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"My husband and I are very pleased with the work Kenny Hunt and his assistant did on our backyard patio. He is prompt, professional and neat. He took great care to see that our lawn was not damaged and cleaned up the work area nicely. His quote was exactly what we paid. He's a hard worker and does an excellent job. We highly recommend Kenny and would hire him again if needed."
 Stamped
 Green Flakes
Finished patio
Washing the patio
Fire ring

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Thrasher, Inc.
4.1(
176
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Make sure you ask questions. After getting a clear understandable explanation of why and what they were doing, I felt I was getting my money's worth. They were a bit pricey. Workers were prompt, courteous and were careful of our property."
Basement Waterproofing Before and After
Concrete Repair Before and After
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services

+12

Response time2 days
925 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Mid America Basement Systems
3.8(
67
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceConcrete Foundation - Raise+1 more

Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I MUST give a shout out to the ENTIRE staff that I have come into contact with at MidAmerica Basement (Davenport, IA)!! From the welcome packet to the final product! Every person at MidAmerica Basement (Davenport, IA) has played a part at putting all of my concerns to rest. Even the ladies who answered my calls were the epitome of amazing customer service!! The crew working on the basement waterproofing project at my home were VERY professional- knowledgeable- polite-and welcoming. I was able to walk around and view from time to time without feeling intrusive. Every question was answered and explained throughly. Thank you Mr. â Seal the Dealâ Chris; Mr. â Satisfaction Guaranteedâ Sam; Mr. â Get er Doneâ Guy Mr. â Just Amazingâ Jason and Mr. â Always Amiable & Amusingâ Alex. I just want to say I TRULY appreciate you all!!! Everything I asked for was 100% DELIVERED! Keep up the amazing work!!"
Crawl Space Before
Crawlspace After
Crawlspace in Progress
Taking care to keep the space clean.
Before Concrete Leveling

+41

Response time1 day
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Pajic Tuckpointing, LLC
2.3(
25
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had a brick building from the 1910s where the bricks were deteriorating. In addition, another building next to ours was demolished and this created another dimension of repair on one side. When they arrived they worked quickly and provided great work with a very professional approach. We can't say enough good things to express our satisfaction."
tuckpointing
tuckpointing
tuckpointing
tuckpointing
tuckpointing

+25

28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iowa Concrete, LLC
New to Angi
Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Independence, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

IC Construction Company (ICCC) is a construction services company that provides nationwide concept-to-completion and competitive bid solutions. One element that separates us from our competitors is the ability to combine big company competency with small company responsiveness. We have the size and resources to tackle virtually any project.

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Solid brick structures can last a century or more, potentially 100 to 150 years with proper maintenance like tuckpointing. Without major repairs, classic red bricks may last 20 to 40 years. Brick veneer siding is also a long-lasting material, with a lifespan ranging from 50 to 100 years, provided it is properly installed and maintained. To maintain brick veneer, you should scrub it annually with a special detergent and a soft-bristled broom. It's also important to inspect the bricks and mortar regularly and hire a masonry contractor for any necessary repairs, such as fixing worn mortar or bowing bricks.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

The white stains you see on your bricks are likely efflorescence, which is salt and lime buildup. To remove efflorescence stains, simply brush them away with a stiff brush. For larger, more stubborn stains, scrub the stains with a water-detergent solution.

You can hang holiday lights on brick without drilling by using hot glue, outdoor tape, or brick clips for your project. There are plenty of alternatives to consider, so consult a professional Christmas light installer to discuss the best options to preserve your brick exterior.

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