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Avatar for Jacob & Son Masonry
Jacob & Son Masonry
5.0(
6
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Jacob & his team did a fabulous job. Scope of work was defined & met. Deadlines discussed, made & also met. Very professional. Very clean & respectful leader & crew. I will always hire Jacob & his team when it comes to our masonry work. He has the knowledge & resources to meet &/or exceed our expectations."
New garage
New garage
New garage
New garage
Landscaping

+1

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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C King Construction Llc
4.4(
40
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Concrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+3 more

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company repaired all wall cracks in my basement and installed a drain system on all walls of my basement. This company showed up when they were suppose to and completed the work on my basement in a timely matter. I had to contact this company to come back out after the work was done but come to find out, the problem we experienced was not due to any of the work this company had previously done however they still repaired the problem without charging us anymore money. Would definitely recommend this company to others."
sump pump
system w/panels
system w/panel 2
Water finds its way
No more worrying when it rains!!!

+2

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Crossroads Foundation Repair, LLC
4.4(
92
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+2 more

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had the apron of my driveway and five sections of sidewalk replaced. They tore out the old concrete and cleaned all the debris and did a very nice job replacing all the concrete. They put back the sod that was removed and left the area looking very good. They communicated with me during the job to let me know what was being done. I would recommend them."
In Process
In Process
In Process
In Process
Sump Pump

+60

Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
182 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stonecraft
5.0(
9
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"This was the best home project I've ever had done. Professional and considerate of our needs throughout. Did everything correctly that we discussed and adapted to issues that came up during the project with extreme skill and speed. Would work with them on any construction need moving forward without hesitation."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Basement Systems of Indiana
Basement Systems of Indiana
4.2(
77
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Concrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+3 more

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our downstairs bedroom and bathroom were freezing cold. A BSI insulation engineer came in to size up the problem and provide a solution. They insulated the basement and crawl space of our 1893 Plantation home and now our said rooms are warm and inviting. We are so grateful to them and will save a ton of money in heating costs in the years to come. So happy and so grateful. What a great company."
This home had settled 4 inches and needed Helical Piers to lift the home back to its original level
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PowerBraces were installed to provide permanent foundation wall stabilization
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+17

Response time2 days
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Acculevel, Inc. - Ohio
Acculevel, Inc. - Ohio
3.9(
226
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The techs did a great job, and once I alerted them to my flower beds directly in front of the porch to be lifted, were very careful not to damage my emerging hostas. I'd definitely recommend Acculevel and already have to my sister for her patio/parking spot."
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+26

389 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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TruChoice Roofing
5.0(
17
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional. They finished my roof in one day. The work was done very well. Everything that the gentleman came out and told me that they were going to do, they did it"
6" Seamless Gutters
6" Seamless Gutters
6" Seamless Gutters
6" Seamless Gutters
6" Seamless Gutters

+234

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
212 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

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.

The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.

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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