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Avatar for Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc.
Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed crawlspace and basement mold remediation and waterproofing. I couldn't be happier with the work Basement systems USA did. Completely satisfied and would recommend to anyone who needs a basement job done right!"
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Tough day
Found it in a crawlspace
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Found it in a crawlspace

+142

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Freedom Fence & Deck LLC
4.7(
259
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Freedom Fence and Deck built us a beautiful 6ft privacy fence. We had and old chain link fence which was removed by them as well. The process was quick, clean, and smooth. From our first meeting with Jim, for an estimate, to completion of our project, it was less than a month. Jim answered all of our questions and made us feel at ease. Brent got us scheduled quickly. The men that came out to do the project were pleasant, quick, and cleaned up the yard when the work was done. Steve was on sight multiple times to answer any questions we had as well as to look over the work that was being done. We could not be more pleased with the service and fence that we got. Everyone at Freedom Fence and Deck has been wonderful to work with. If we should need anything in the future, I would call them right away."
Screenroom,deck and patio
Mcnuttle
Collins
Holmes
Mcnuttle

+80

113 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JES Foundation Repair
4.5(
1,437
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The foreman, Roberto and his crew, Alun and Jose did an excellent job installing push piers to stabilize our foundation. They did a super job of resolving an unexpected problem that was encountered with a footer under a slab portion of the foundation. These men are a valuable asset to your company."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

181 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Quality Landscape Services
5.0(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Family Owned business for over 10 years, we try to always work with our customers in every possible way that we can always try to give you our best prices and will always assure you 100% Quality work. From landscaping to hardscaping and masonary our proffesional crew will provide you with some of the most fine and quailty wirk and if your not satisfied our job is not done until you are. Give us a call today to set up your free estimate on any project!!!

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+46

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Canales Service, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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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 rate85%
131 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ballard Enterprises - Lawn, Landscaping, Tree Services
4.5(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When Arborist Mr. Paul Fox confirmed that our beloved apple tree's days were numbered we knew it was time to bring it down. Mr. Fox really knows his trees and answered all my questions in detail. We also had some pines that needed trimming. The price was very fair. The crew did a great job, worked quickly, and were very nice. They left us a good bit of firewood and even stacked it in kind of a semi Stonehenge layout that we loved. I highly recommend Ballard Enterprises for any and all tree service!!"
Patio Installation
Stairs and Patio Installation
Flagstone Installation
Nice Lawn
Another Nice Lawn

+3

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Jesryn Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had such a wonderful experience with Jesryn Landscaping. The staff worked tirelessly removing the heavy snow and ice that accumulated on my property. They went above and beyond to make sure I was safe to walk and get out of my driveway. I received superior service using this company to do snow removal, but they are a full service landscaping company that I will be using to help me maintain my yard and other projects around my house. Thank you Julio!!!!! See you in the Spring."
Patio
Patio
Patio
Patio
Patio

+91

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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

On average, a well-built brick mailbox can last between 30 and 100 years. The insert that holds mail inside the mailbox may last 15 to 25 years before it needs to be replaced. If a mailbox needs to be fixed due to damage, make sure you know who to hire for brick repair.

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

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.

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.

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