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UpBuilders, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Preston, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired Upbuilders to build a Trex deck on our home and are so happy that we did! Nephi was wonderful to work with. He was prompt with answering emails, explained the process and decking options thoroughly, and was able to start our project even earlier than anticipated. The deck turned out beautifully and is exactly what we wanted. We can't wait to enjoy it this summer!"
First pour
Starting out
Dirt work
Forming up
Framing

+25

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Foundation and Crawl Space Repair of Idaho
4.1(
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Serving Preston, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Home Advisor jumped the gun misidentified the project and they were not hired. This is an issue with Home Advisor, they don't read the project before they start sending out for quotes."
After CleanSpace Installation
Before CleanSpace Installation
Waterproofing - SumpPump
SmartJack
Stabilizing Foundations - Push Piers

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shuler Contracting and Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Preston, ID and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"It was easy to work with incredibly knowledgeable and his craft, set up level, had to take out a retaining wall near my structure was really grateful. He knew exactly what he was doing. Was able to trust the entire process with a large piece of equipment up against the house went flawlessly graded it perfectly level"
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A&J Construction
New to Angi

Serving Preston, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

A&J CONSTRUCTION is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true \n

Response time3 days
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

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.

Whether you’re installing brick siding over a traditionally-framed home or you’re using genuine brick construction to build, the biggest downside of a brick house is the higher cost you’ll pay for the materials and labor. Real brick construction also means your home build will take longer, as it’s more time-consuming to construct brick walls than it is to frame out your home.

Drilling into brick doesn’t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it’s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall’s structural integrity. Applying too much force can crack or chip the brick, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength. 

In most cases, painting your brick house is a fine idea that can open up new aesthetic possibilities. However, the paint can slightly shorten the life span of brick, especially if moisture gets trapped underneath the paint layer. Once you paint, you’ll have to keep up with maintenance to avoid flaking and blisters.

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