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AccuLevel, Inc. - Iowa
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Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"They explained everything very well, and they fixed the foundation without ripping out my front porch. They have awesome payment plans as well!"
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Response time9 hrs
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Iowa Concrete, LLC
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Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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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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All-Star Basements
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Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"Very friendly, very knowledgeable, and great price. I would recommend All-Star Basements to anyone in Rochester. They know there stuff and get the job done in a timely fashion at a great price."
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Thrasher Foundation Repair – Des Moines
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Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

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"The service were very thorough and What was appreciated was they gave us options on things that could be done; and they were very honest."
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Response time12 hrs
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Bernd's Pond
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Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"He started from a couple of ideas that I wanted in a pond and created the pond of my dreams. He added lights that I just love. We enjoy our pond during the day,but really love to sit at night and watch the Koi swim. We don't need to go on vacation to relax, we just go outside to be by the pond."
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

You may not need a hammer drill if you’re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often.

You should clean your home’s brick once per year. This applies to exterior brick, but also to cleaning brick fireplaces. Create a homemade cleaning solution with equal parts vinegar and water. Use a soft-bristle brush to scrub the solution into the face of your brick and remove dirt, algae, and stains. Cleaning will protect brick from damage and boost your home’s curb appeal.

Stone can last anywhere from 15 to 100 years before it needs to be restored. You should clean your stone flooring or countertops regularly using cleaners designed for stone surfaces. Stay on top of vacuuming to prevent scratches from deteriorating stone faster, deep clean your stone surfaces using a pH-neutral cleaning solution at least once a year, and reseal the stone every one to five years, depending on foot traffic or usage.

No, you don’t need to soak the brick before cutting it by hand. In fact, cutting a wet brick can make it harder to see your score lines and may cause the chisel to slip. Soaking is sometimes used with power tools to reduce dust, but for hand-cutting, it’s best to work with dry bricks for better control and visibility.

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