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Olshan Foundation Repair

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Olshan Foundation Repair

3.91(
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Customers say: Super punctual
27 local quotes requested
92 years of experience

Established in 1933, Olshan Foundation provides cost-effective foundation solutions to residential and commercial property owners. Services are backed by an available lifetime warranty, friendly customer support and convenient financing options. Free, no-obligation structural assessments are performed by Certified Structural Technicians. Since no two homes are alike, our Technicians carefully inspect the problems affecting your home before developing a comprehensive repair plan designed uniquely to your property. Olshan is the exclusive provider of the Cable Lock ST Plus repair system. This hybrid design combines the penetrating power of concrete with the long-term durability of steel, providing a longer, deeper more secure repair. We also offer drainage and root barriers to help prevent foundation damage. Schedule a free, no-obligation assessment now. Your home’s structural integrity depends on the strength of your foundation. It supports everything else – walls, windows, floors, doorways, roof – so when your foundation is damaged, it can cause serious problems throughout your home. Like most things in life, your foundation is subject to environmental stress. Expanding and contracting soil, excessive moisture and inadequate drainage are some of the most common threats to your home’s foundation. Over time, environmental stressors can cause a foundation to shift, crack or settle unevenly. And homeowners often miss early warning signs of foundation damage. Homeowners spend about $4 billion annually stabilizing faulty foundations, and those costs may increase as more homes are built in areas known for shifting soil. Understanding risk factors and signs of foundation problems can help you protect your most valuable asset from irreversible damage.

"Perfect and work done on time."

Michael W on September 2020

Established in 1933, Olshan Foundation provides cost-effective foundation solutions to residential and commercial property owners. Services are backed by an available lifetime warranty, friendly customer support and convenient financing options. Free, no-obligation structural assessments are performed by Certified Structural Technicians. Since no two homes are alike, our Technicians carefully inspect the problems affecting your home before developing a comprehensive repair plan designed uniquely to your property. Olshan is the exclusive provider of the Cable Lock ST Plus repair system. This hybrid design combines the penetrating power of concrete with the long-term durability of steel, providing a longer, deeper more secure repair. We also offer drainage and root barriers to help prevent foundation damage. Schedule a free, no-obligation assessment now. Your home’s structural integrity depends on the strength of your foundation. It supports everything else – walls, windows, floors, doorways, roof – so when your foundation is damaged, it can cause serious problems throughout your home. Like most things in life, your foundation is subject to environmental stress. Expanding and contracting soil, excessive moisture and inadequate drainage are some of the most common threats to your home’s foundation. Over time, environmental stressors can cause a foundation to shift, crack or settle unevenly. And homeowners often miss early warning signs of foundation damage. Homeowners spend about $4 billion annually stabilizing faulty foundations, and those costs may increase as more homes are built in areas known for shifting soil. Understanding risk factors and signs of foundation problems can help you protect your most valuable asset from irreversible damage.

"Perfect and work done on time."

Michael W on September 2020

Above & Beyond Chimney Services LLC

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Above & Beyond Chimney Services LLC

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10 years of experience

Above & Beyond Chimney Services LLC is a professional locally owned company. We specialize in all aspects of chimney cleaning, inspection, repair and installation. We have the latest and most advanced camera and video equipment to see the inside of your chimney to properly diagnose any problems or concerns that are not readily visible and accessible. Above & Beyond also offers brick and stone work as well as dryer vent cleaning.

Above & Beyond Chimney Services LLC is a professional locally owned company. We specialize in all aspects of chimney cleaning, inspection, repair and installation. We have the latest and most advanced camera and video equipment to see the inside of your chimney to properly diagnose any problems or concerns that are not readily visible and accessible. Above & Beyond also offers brick and stone work as well as dryer vent cleaning.

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Rabb's A-Plus Heating And Air, LLC

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Rabb's A-Plus Heating And Air, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We understand that your home is your haven. And that's why we want to help you make it the most comfortable place it can be. Call us for annual system maintenance, new system estimates or emergency service on your existing system. We're ready to help! We can also suggest accessories that reduce allergens and dust and make your indoor air even cleaner. Also, please recommend us to your friends and neighbors. Referrals mean the world to us!

"He worked with me and got it done in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend him to get the job done. He was very reasonable on his pricing and quality work."

Patrick L on April 2018

We understand that your home is your haven. And that's why we want to help you make it the most comfortable place it can be. Call us for annual system maintenance, new system estimates or emergency service on your existing system. We're ready to help! We can also suggest accessories that reduce allergens and dust and make your indoor air even cleaner. Also, please recommend us to your friends and neighbors. Referrals mean the world to us!

"He worked with me and got it done in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend him to get the job done. He was very reasonable on his pricing and quality work."

Patrick L on April 2018

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

Clean regularly, check for cracks, and inspect the chimney annually for safety.

No, it’s not recommended to attach shutters to brick without drilling. Brick is dense and built to last, so adhesives and shortcut methods don’t usually cut it. Even heavy-duty glue struggles to hold up over time—especially against wind, moisture, and temperature changes. Most no-drill options are made for materials like vinyl or wood, not solid masonry. Skipping the drill might seem easier, but it puts your shutters—and anything below them—at risk. For a secure, lasting install, drilling is the way to go. It takes more effort up front, but the result is safer and more reliable.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

If you want to avoid damaging your home's brick, you should always use a stain specifically formulated for masonry projects. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it, unlike paints, which sit on the surface and are prone to peeling and flaking. Look for stains labeled for use on brick or other masonry surfaces. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere well and will likely lead to future maintenance issues. 

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