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JES Foundation Repair
4.2(
945
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Serving Berlin, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I asked JES to inspect our foundation to determine if we had a foundation or drywall issue. Ben did a thorough evaluation and told me that we did not have a foundation problem. I appreciate his honesty and would recommend JES."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

125 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
LIFETIME MASONRY LLC
4.5(
4
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Serving Berlin, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I would recommend them to anyone who needs masonry work done. They did a good job of grinding out the mortar and replacing a brick on my front steps. However, the job also included grouting around the top step where the concrete meets the siding and on the last step where it meets the sidewalk. They used white grout, which stood out like a sore thumb, and was too wide and very gloppy. When I told them about it, they said they would wash the steps down one day and come back the next, take the white out at the bottom and replace it with gray. But they did the washing and the grouted over the top of the white. Now, the gray grout was 1 1/2 inches wide in places. Looked terrible, and the white just looked worse and worse. Called again. They came out and took out the gray and white and put a clear grout. Looked better, so I asked them, to take out the white and put clear on the top step. They did, and it looks better than the white, but they should have done that in the first place. While the young men seemed to know masonry work, they definitely were not good at grouting. The steps look old now, from so much grinding, grouting, and work, and the top pad was just replaced 2 or 3 years ago. It looks much older. But I must say, they did come back and re-do when I was not happy. Just wish they had done it right the first time. Plus, I forgot to tell them, that they put their tools on my grass on those 90+ degree days. The front lawn has come back, but on the side, I have a patch where they killed all my grass. I think it must have been part of the coiled-up hose because there is a line from it to my hose and that was the day they washed my steps off."
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Always Waterproofing
4.1(
413
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Serving Berlin, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I COULD NOT BE MORE SATISFIED WITH ALWAYS CONCRETE SERVICES. WE WANTED OUR OLD CONCRETE AROUND OUR POOL AND ALL THE WAY TO OUR SUNROOM DOOR TAKEN UP AND PUT BACK DOWN WITH CONCRETE STEPS ADDED. JAMES & HIS CREW KNEW EXACTLY WHAT TO DO, THE LOOK WE WERE GOING FOR & OF COURSE THE PRICE WAS AMAZING. YOU CAN TELL JAMES HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR 35 YEARS. HES POLITE, SMART, HAS A EXCELLENT WORK CREW AND THEY ALL KNOW WHAT TO DO AND HOW TO DO IT TOGETHER. THANKS SO MUCH ALWAYS WATERPROOFING AND CONCRETE SERVICES. YOU BETTER BELIEVE YOU WILL BE GETTING MORE WORK FROM MY FAMILY, FRIENDS AND PEOPLE IN MY COMMUNITY. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY CONTRACTOR & I CANT WAIT TO SEE WHAT OUR NEXT PROJECT IS WE WILL BE WORKING ON TOGETHER AGAIN!!! THANK YOU & GOD BLESS!!!"
Updated concrete deck
Cozy front porch
Response time10 hrs
437 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Castellanos Landscaping
5.0(
6
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Serving Berlin, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I'm an engineer by profession and have hired contractors for over 40 years. I hired Castellanos Landscaping for my personal patio and driveway paver project. Pedro (owner) wears his compay on his sleeves from sales to warranty. He truly takes a project from design, estimating, permitting, scheduling, supervision, hands on, punch list, warranty. He is very sincere and forthright because his goal is to meet his customers goal. Typical I don't give reviews but Pedro has my respect as a professional contractor setting his own brand of excellence."
Taking away asphalt
driveway project
Installing pavers
Finishing installing small walkway
Finishing pavers cuts

+3

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Buy Waterproofing, LLC
4.4(
155
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Serving Berlin, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceeded my expectation with waterproofing my entire basement + window wells. These guys are the real deal! I worked with Rob and I was educated and all my concerns were addressed. They do it right by you, the contract missed a window well and they were able to addressed that without having to go through a whole new quote/contract. Helped move some furniture around and left the place clean."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Boni Landscaping
3.5(
12
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Serving Berlin, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Boni has built us two patios and maintains our landscaping every year. He also arranged for a shed to be built for us which is very nice"
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+7

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

To stain brick, you should use a product specifically formulated for brick, concrete, or other masonry surfaces. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it. This is different from paint, which sits on the surface and is prone to peeling, flaking, and trapping moisture that can cause damage. Water-based brick stains are often recommended because they are easy to apply, even for DIYers, and they allow the brick to breathe. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere properly and can lead to future maintenance problems.

Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home’s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home’s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe. 

The best color to paint a brick fireplace comes down to personal taste. However, neutral colors—like white or gray—will open the space and create a bright modern look, making them popular options. However, choosing a bold color can turn your fireplace into a feature piece that will be the talk of all family gatherings. 

For most brick cleaning jobs, including fireplace bricks, use a masonry sponge and a gentle cleaner. A simple solution of equal parts water and vinegar, or a few drops of dish soap in a bowl of water, can effectively remove grime. For tougher stains, you can use a dedicated masonry or fireplace cleaner. It is crucial to wet the bricks thoroughly with water before applying any cleaning solution to prevent the brick from absorbing it, and to rinse the surface completely afterward. Harsher cleaners containing bleach or ammonia should only be used as a last resort, and they should never be mixed together.

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.

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