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Avatar for Everseal Basement, Inc.
Everseal Basement, Inc.
4.5(
130
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Mendota, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Once I made the phone call to Everseal Basement they came out gave me a quote and scheduled the project. They were very professional and made this whole project easy. I would highly recommend this company."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Exclusive Masonry & Construction
5.0(
1
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Mendota, IL and surrounding areas

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Copper Sky Plumbing
4.8(
52
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Mendota, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It’s tough to find a reliable plumber that provides fair estimates for their work. David & Copper Sky are exactly what you’re looking for. He’s always honest, on time and does excellent work. They have become our first, and only plumber we call."
Electric to Gas
Original bathtub before
Demolition has begun
Shower walls are removed, bathtub is sawed in half for removal.
Ready to begin installation of new shower.

+39

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%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 Mendota, 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

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Rockhard Construction, LLC
5.0(
1
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Mendota, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Rockhard Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Klock Home Services
New to Angi
Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairConcrete Foundation - Repair+1 more

Serving Mendota, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. Types of concrete applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.

When painting brick, each application method has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Spraying is significantly faster but may not penetrate deeply beyond the surface layer. Rolling is effective for working paint into the brick's texture but can be less effective on mortar joints. If you opt for a roller, choose a thick nap of at least a half-inch to ensure paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage. Using a brush is generally not recommended as it is very time-consuming and provides poor surface penetration. Ultimately, a combination of spraying followed by back-rolling is often the best strategy for a durable and even finish.

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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