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

Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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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."
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Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
3.4(
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Gifford, 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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BDry Solutions
3.6(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We dealt with years of basement water intrusion and serious foundation problems. After receiving only one extremely expensive estimate, We learned about B-Dry through their home appraiser. B-Dry provided an estimate that was roughly half the cost of the competing company and completed the work quickly and professionally. The crew was punctual, respectful of the home, and handled an unexpected gas-line issue by arranging for a licensed plumber to make the necessary adjustment. The work was completed in less than two weeks, and subsequent heavy rains produced no water intrusion. The foundation walls were also restored to a solid condition. Overall, we were extremely satisfied with B-Dry's quality of work, professionalism, efficiency, communication, and value, ranking the company among the best contractors they have dealt with."
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Complete Basement Remodel
Settling Porch Pier Job
Porch Pier Job

+37

Response time1 day
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Beachy Concrete II LLC
5.0(
2
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I met and dealt with Richard while I was having my bardominium built in 2023. The concrete he pored for the 64x40 was perfect. He helped me out in many other ways on his own time on the weekends. I am happy that he has acquired the honest family business his dad worked so hard to make successful, and that Richard has been a part of since a very young age."
Concrete Pouring and Repair Project
Concrete Pouring and Repair Project
Concrete Pouring and Repair Project
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Mayo Concrete Construction LLC
5.0(
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Mayo Concrete Construction LLC is a trusted concrete and landscaping contractor proudly serving Bloomington, IL, and surrounding communities since 2020. Known for our reliability, skilled craftsmanship, and solid results, we’ve built a strong reputation in both residential and commercial projects. Our services include concrete removal, stamping, footings, foundation walls, retaining walls, patios, and steps. We also specialize in full driveway and parking lot installations using gravel or asphalt.\n\nIn addition to hardscaping, we offer seasonal landscape maintenance, including mowing, tree trimming, and bush shaping. Whether you're planning a new build or need ongoing property care, our experienced team is ready to deliver quality results on time and on budget. Call us today at 385-888-0846 – no job is too big or too small for Mayo Concrete Construction LLC.

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

This is largely dependent on the size and hardness of the rock, but a range of tools might work, including hammers, chisels, rock hammers, sledge hammers, and more. You'll need a jackhammer for the very biggest rock-breaking jobs.

Removing paint from brick can have both aesthetic and practical value. Some people prefer the timeless look of bare brick, making it worthwhile to remove old paint layers. Brick also lasts longer when unpainted, as paint traps moisture, causing the brick to deteriorate more quickly. If your brick walls are already in bad shape, stripping the paint off might do more harm than good.

Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

Yes, but used or reclaimed bricks can be more brittle, cracked, or uneven than new bricks, so they’re harder to cut cleanly by hand. For that reason, you should take extra care when scoring and striking, and expect a higher chance of breakage. If a brick feels especially fragile, score deeper before attempting to split it.

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