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Avatar for AccuLevel, Inc. - Rochelle
AccuLevel, Inc. - Rochelle
3.9(
231
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

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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

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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Mid America Basement Systems
3.8(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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Warranties offered

"Highly recommend this company if you need any basement waterproofing done, Very efficient and polite! They came out early morning and stayed to finish project till 8:30 pm; also never took any lunch or breaks! 125% satisfied"
Crawl Space Before
Crawlspace After
Crawlspace in Progress
Taking care to keep the space clean.
Before Concrete Leveling

+41

Response time1 day
82 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
3.4(
701
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

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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%
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Martin Dirtworks, LLC
5.0(
3
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had Dylan come out and bury my downspouts with drain tile. He did a great job, very professional."
Excavation
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JB Concrete and Remodeling LLC
5.0(
1
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"Had them do a sidewalk and front steps. Turned out great. Super friendly. Very happy with the results. Would recommend."
side walk & Driveway
House Foundation
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R Landscaping, Inc.
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+1 more

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Credit card accepted

With over 10 years in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from building outdoor kitchens to maintaining and mowing a lawn. We will treat your home or business as if it were our own. Give R. Landscaping, Inc. a call today! We look forward to working with you.

Response time2 days
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EJS Roofing LLC
4.4(
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a very professional organization.
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EJS Roofing.
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EJS Roofing.
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Driftless Irrigation & Lighting, LLC
4.6(
9
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was perfect. They were excellent, they came on the weekend, extremely efficient, and very fair"
Landscape Lighting Add-On and Retrofit
Shelf Build and Installation
Framing New Wall for Half-bath
Landscape Lighting Add-On and Retrofit
Landscape Lighting Add-On and Retrofit

+9

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can use a mixture of 1 tablespoon of bleach and a gallon of warm water to clean stubborn stains from brick. Do not use bleach without diluting it in water. Undiluted bleach may cause discoloration. You can use either Oxygen bleach such as OxiClean or chlorine bleach. Always wear protective gloves and eye protection when handling bleach.

You can use adhesive strips to hang lights on brick—just make sure you get outdoor mounting tape and not just any old double-sided tape for your project.

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.

Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.

The cost of masonry work varies widely depending on the type of masonry along with common cost factors like size, complexity, location, and season. Most exterior masonry work done in freezing temperatures tends to cost more because of the preparation and protection involved to keep the masonry from freezing before the mortar cures properly. The average price ranges per project or square foot for different types of masonry include:

  • Brick wall (fence, garden wall, etc.): $10–$45 per square foot

  • Natural stone wall: $40–$110 per square foot

  • Manufactured stone veneer: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Brick home exterior: $10–$30 per square foot

  • Brick siding: $3–$10 per square foot

  • Stone siding: $35–$50 per square foot

  • Brick step replacement: $20–$30 per square foot

  • Brick wall repair: $20–$40 per square foot

  • Chimney repairs: $160–$750 per project

  • Tuckpointing: $5–$25 per square foot

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