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The Foundation Specialists
3.6(
131
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Albany, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were very professional they explained everything very well and make sure I understood what was going on they took pictures of everything under and around the house to show me what they did they were here on time every day they were a wonderful group of fellas they worked wonderful together they were very hard workers my brick is not cracked anymore my floors are not sagging anymore and I'm very happy with the decision I made to choose this company to do my foundation work I feel very good about everything they did and I highly recommend them"
#1 -  Fractured Brick
 #2 - Wet Crawl Space
 #3 - Creaky/Bouncing Floor
 #4 - Wet/Damp Basement
 #5 - Drafty/Poor Indoor Air

+35

Response time3 hrs
91 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Phillips Waterproofing
3.8(
17
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+3 more

Serving Albany, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've read reviews from other people, and it's interesting how people can have different experiences. I had a 26X65 concrete slab put in, and culvert put in along with some grading done. Kevin came when he said he would and did what he said he would do. I guess my experience overall was one that hit a lot of different angles. The work done was great, but there were some misunderstandings that was of no fault of Kevin's, but I made them his. One of which was no fault of mine, either, but the company led me down the wrong path painting the picture that what Kevin was supposed to do didn't. As I was out of town, I called him up and voiced my displeasure. He responded very professionally and explained the situation to make me understand that he did do what was asked of him. A couple other times, a text went awry and something else that I have since forgotten. But each time he handled himself professionally and had no attitude despite being falsely accused. I'm sorry to hear of other people's situation, but I can only speak for myself and what I experienced. The other thing that impressed me was Kevin was willing to haul his equipment, and did, from a few hours away to regrade an area that this company said they couldn't get across, which was the companies miscommunication. The other thing is response time. There was one time it took a while for him to respond, but living in a rural area, and given that if you're in the middle of a job, I can't expect someone to always be available. One time we even lost connection due to how things are. Just something to keep in mind if you live in an area with ONE bar : /"
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+31

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp
3.9(
16
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Albany, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vinnie and his crew were very thorough. They showed up when expected and took time to listen to concerns about the chimney. They inspected the roof and made recommendations to improve safety and longevity of the structure. Highly recommend!"
chimney work
chimney work
chimney work
chimney work
chimney work

+32

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advanced Restoration & Waterproofing, LLC
4.7(
109
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Albany, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work performed as stated, on time and budget. Josh was very helpful with figuring out the scope of work that was compatible with our budget and achieve the desired results. No more standing water in our craw space. Sump pump replaced and reconfigured. Below grade drains placed at foundation with 4à ¢à  à  drain tubes with silt socks going to sump. Trench filled with pea gravel. Also placed around furnace platform area draining under foundation. Excellent service for a fair price. Their staff were very helpful and courteous. Kudos to Advanced for a job well done."
French drains
Drainage
Finished Basement
Interior Basement
Large Drainage Project

+16

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
F&R Remodeling
5.0(
6
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Albany, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed a 12x12 concrete pad, after they arrived i added a couple things to the job. The work was done professionally and well beyond my expectations. I wish I new about Roger when I had my deck built. When they finished no mess as they cleaned up, the only sign they were even here is a new pad. Great job, I will be hiring him to do other work. Would definitely recommend."
Flooring
Flooring
Flooring
Flooring
Flooring

+33

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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 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.

Common causes include weather exposure, moisture, and settling. Regular maintenance prevents significant damage.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

  • Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings

  • Freestanding stone or brick walls

  • Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces

  • Cement block basement or crawl space walls

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.

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