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JES Foundation Repair
4.5(
1,444
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Serving Galena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called JES Foundation Company for a free inspection of my crawl space. I was concerned about a crack in my foundation wall. JES inspector Richard Sheman Showed up to inspect my foundation. He sent a text with the time of his arrival. He was pleasant and on time. He went into my crawlspace and inspected the crack in the wall and stated I had nothing to worry about. He was very knowledgeable about the foundation and itâ  s structure. He explain to me how I could fix the superficial settling crack and save a bunch of money. I appreciate the honesty of the business and I would recommend it to anyone who had the same concerns, and for any of their other services. Ron P Home owner."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

395 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.6(
230
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Serving Galena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was so happy with the quick and thorough work of Shawn and Gilbert in my basement. They were fast and took great care for each detail of the job. I have confidence to refinish my basement now! I would highly recommend them and Basement Systems for all your waterproofing needs!"
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+129

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Canales Service, LLC
4.7(
117
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Serving Galena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Also had Canales Service do some brick/masonry repairs. Totally professional, efficient, and outstanding results. Highest recommendation!"
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation
Roofing project
Roof replacement

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
110 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement Gurus, LLC
4.7(
211
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Serving Galena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our foundation was seriously compromised due to water intrusion. Steve responded quickly and gave us an estimate at a great price. He was knowledgeable and informative. Dan and his team repaired our foundation, installed a drainage system and pump, as well as a vapor barrier. Our basement has been dry and free of mold since. The project was completed in a matter of days. I couldn’t believe how quickly they worked. I recommend the gurus to everyone who needs basement repairs. Thank you again!!!"
100 Ft 4 inch HDPE to drywell
Concrete Replacement
Egress Installation
Walls After Wall Pin Installation
After Concrete has been removed

+339

Response time1 day
757 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Paddy's LLC
4.3(
218
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Serving Galena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was my first experience using an outside contractor for services. Although nervous in the beginning, I must say that I was pleasantly surprised with the results in the end. The workmanship was top quality. The employees were professional, curtious and easy to work with. The work was done in a timely manner and the site was left clean and neat. If you have need for roofing, guttering or masonry chimney work, Paddy's would be a good choice. Very happy camper!!!!!!!"
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+111

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Always Waterproofing
4.1(
419
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Serving Galena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were quick to come to my home, discuss the project and provide an estimate. The work was completed timely as scheduled. The employees arrived promptly to complete the work, were polite and professional. We had a stamped concrete walkway done, and the final product looks great! I definitely recommend them!"
Updated concrete deck
Cozy front porch
Response time10 hrs
247 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

It’s called cobblestone because it’s made of stones that are “cobbed” together. A cob is a term that refers to rounded lumps. Originally, cobblestone streets were made from pebbles and stones gathered from riverbeds that had been rounded over time by the passage of water. The term has nothing to do with a cobbler, which is the term for someone who makes and fixes shoes.

Stone veneer siding is approximately four times less expensive than stone because it's made of concrete and aggregates instead of natural stone. But veneer looks like real stone, is easier to install, and acts as a great, durable siding option. 

Cobblestone is not a type of rock but a term for a mosaic or rock laid down as a surface. It used to be made from the closest available stone but now can be made from nearly any hard rock, as machining has made shaping the stone much easier and cheaper.

Handbuilt masonry fireplaces are likely what comes to mind when we think about curling up by the fire at the end of the day. But bricks in the firebox and chimney tend to be heavy, which is not ideal for homes with weak or damaged foundations.

Prefabricated fireboxes come with a full flue and chimney system, significantly reducing the price and installation time. However, if you need to replace the panels down the line, you are locked into the same model or something very similar.

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

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