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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

59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Avatar for Mid America Basement Systems
Mid America Basement Systems
3.8(
67
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceConcrete Foundation - Raise+1 more

Serving Galena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

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
92 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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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

Free estimates

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(
89
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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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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Driftless Irrigation & Lighting, LLC
4.6(
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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

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

Solid brick structures can last a century or more, potentially 100 to 150 years with proper maintenance like tuckpointing. Without major repairs, classic red bricks may last 20 to 40 years. Brick veneer siding is also a long-lasting material, with a lifespan ranging from 50 to 100 years, provided it is properly installed and maintained. To maintain brick veneer, you should scrub it annually with a special detergent and a soft-bristled broom. It's also important to inspect the bricks and mortar regularly and hire a masonry contractor for any necessary repairs, such as fixing worn mortar or bowing bricks.

Landscape boulders, especially porous stones like sandstone or granite, can crack or break over time. Cracks occur when water seeps into the surface of the stone and freezes. The risk is highest when it rains during the day and temperatures freeze overnight since the moisture has time to penetrate deeper into the rock before expanding.

Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.

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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