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Avatar for Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
5.0(
13
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent quality of work and customer care. Great value offered and very satisfied with the end result. We addressed an 80 foot piece of fence with river rock (8 tons) and it looks great. They also built us a patio with brick pavers. It looks great as well. Would hire again and recommend to anyone looking for professional landscaping and hardscaping."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Illinois
3.9(
231
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Acculevel was great to deal with from start to finish. The guys thaf came out was in and out did not even have to take time off work. It was so easy to pay also with my busy life that is all plus. We have a 1900 home. Everyone we dealt with as Knowledgeable. We will be using them again and i will be telling my friends. Thank so much."
Basement Waterproofing and Drainage Channels
Drainage Channel Install
Dimple Board and Drainage Channel Install
Dimple Board Closeup Example
Cross Section Example Waterproofing Installation

+19

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Philpott Concrete and Excavating
4.7(
11
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallConcrete Foundation - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Devin and his team did an excellent job removing and replacing our sidewalk with a concrete wheelchair ramp. They were personable, timely, professional and extremely courteous. The concrete job is high quality. It is perfect! I cannot say enough great things about this company or the people!"
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
3.8(
351
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Indiana Foundation put in push piers to stabilize the foundation on my house. I received excellent service by foreman Charles and all the work crew; Daniel, Ryder, Ross, and Pete. They were efficient completing the work. I am completely satisfied."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Concrete

+16

279 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Dan and The Man
5.0(
5
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did great work on my stone siding. Efficient time management with their work. Great attention to detail and you can tell they take pride in their handy work. Friendly demeanor and always on time. I would recommend them for any kind of stone or brick work. Competitive prices that suit most budgets. Definitely quality work. Would hire them again!"
Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Effingham Foundation Systems
5.0(
3
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Happy with the experience from start to finish. We went over the work to be completed and what it would be. The work was completed as agreed upon! Would definitely recommend!"
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
3.4(
702
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We couldnâ t find anyone local to install a chimney, so went with Shamrock, who had a crew working locally, although they were based 2 hrs away. They came sooner than expected, did the job beautifully, and have been easy to contact with any questions we had. Very pleased with the whole project."
Chimney service
Crown and caps
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
White Landscaping
2.1(
4
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

White Landscaping is an experienced landscape design and build specialist with over 24 years of experience. No job is too big or too small and customer service, attention to detail and craftsmanship is our calling card. Give us call today!

Response time10 mins
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

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 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.

A well-made brick wall can last up to 100 years if maintained properly, which includes regularly repairing the mortar every 30 to 50 years. If your brick wall is under 30 years old and is already showing signs of repair, it may be due to poor brickwork and installation. Extreme weather conditions can also accelerate a brick wall’s life span (especially the exterior of a house).

Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home’s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home’s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe. 

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