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Avatar for Vargas Masonry Tuckpointing and Roofing LLC
Vargas Masonry Tuckpointing and Roofing LLC
4.7(
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business+3 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adrian of Vargas Masonry and Roofing stopped by to provide an estimate for tuckpointing and chimney work on our historic Centennial Home. Adrian and Marie were prompt with a very competitive estimate which we accepted. They were both very receptive to addressing any questions or concerns we had prior to, during and for the final walkthrough. The crew performing the work very professional, very considerate to our property and provided us continuous updates as to the work being performed. The work performed consisted of tuckpointing two sides of the house along with chimney work and placing a cap on the two chimneys. As stated in a previous review, Vargas was honest, on time, and competitively priced! I'll continue to use Vargas Masonry and Roofing for the future work that I need on the interior brickwork and interior limestone foundation of our historic home."
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Response time4 days
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Chief Construction LLC
4.6(
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+3 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great work, and cleaned up the site well"
Brick work
Brick work
Brick work
Brick work
Brick work

+63

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Marlon Tuckpointing LLC
5.0(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+3 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Marlon is easy to work with, offers competitive pricing, and does excellent work. I would definitely recommend using Marlon for any Tuckpointing/masonry work you need done on your home and plan to use him for future projects."
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Life Outdoors
5.0(
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"They completed the work a day early and didn't use all of the materials and refunded me the difference. Great job!"
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Landscaping Project
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.3(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceConcrete Foundation - Raise+3 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So far no issues with the repair of the original house foundation wall."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

684 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High and Dry Foundation Repair
4.7(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"High & Dry were professional from the moment I called, to the moment they finished working on our foundation. I cannot recommend them enough!"
Piering Project
Piering Project
Piering Project
Crack Repair
Carbon Fiber Straps

+1

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AccuLevel, Inc. - Belleville
3.9(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They explained everything very well, and they fixed the foundation without ripping out my front porch. They have awesome payment plans as well!"
Wall Anchors
Exterior Foundation Repair
Bowed Wall Foundation Repair AFTER
Horizontal Wall Crack BEFORE
Exterior Wall Anchors

+31

Response time4 days
266 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Roberts Foundation And Crack Repair
4.2(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+2 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was fine.  They told me what I needed to know.  They were okay.  The price was fine. "
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Response time3 days
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Kimberlin Construction Co Inc
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+3 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a bathroom renovation on the first floor completed by Kimberlin Construction. We were quite happy with the process of working with the owner, Gary, and his team from start to finish. They were reliable, professional and friendly. Gary was honest and fair in pricing. The work required making sure our heated floors did not get damaged, and Gary and his team were creative in developing a solution to protect our floors. The team was efficient in completing high-quality work."
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Kitchen remodel

+17

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

For most brick cleaning jobs, including fireplace bricks, use a masonry sponge and a gentle cleaner. A simple solution of equal parts water and vinegar, or a few drops of dish soap in a bowl of water, can effectively remove grime. For tougher stains, you can use a dedicated masonry or fireplace cleaner. It is crucial to wet the bricks thoroughly with water before applying any cleaning solution to prevent the brick from absorbing it, and to rinse the surface completely afterward. Harsher cleaners containing bleach or ammonia should only be used as a last resort, and they should never be mixed together.

When it comes to how to paint a brick chimney, consider that standard paint can seal in moisture and cause serious chimney problems. Instead, use a vapor-permeable sealant. You’ll first scrub and sand the chimney; then, you can patch any gaps with caulk and apply the sealant. We recommend hiring a pro for this job since it entails working on the roof, which comes with a lot of necessary safety precautions.

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

Brick stain doesn’t peel or chip and is much more durable than painting. That’s because the staining is absorbed into the brick instead of lingering on the surface as paint does. The color retains even under extreme weather conditions. Therefore, brick stain will save you a lot of time and cost on maintenance in the long run.

No, using a power sander on brick is not recommended because the force of the sander can destroy brick's fragile outer layer. Even using sandpaper on brick is discouraged because of the damage its abrasiveness can cause.

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