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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

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"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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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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JLD Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose did a terrific job on our driveway landscaping. He selected the edging features and cut all the wood to fit perfectly. He also replenished the stone base with just the right amount. It looks excellent now and I would recommend him for anyone with similar needs."
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+11

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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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AA Action Waterproofing Inc
4.7(
383
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

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Warranties offered

"Excellent. They arrived on time and finished earlier than I expected. They cleaned up the yard and driveway. The basement looks exactly as the photos. Thanks!"
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+17

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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John Krause Construction
4.4(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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Emergency services offered

"After a bit of a slow start due to some crew changes, they completed a custom designed deck that is sturdy and beautiful. We are very pleased with the quality of the finished deck."
Pool House Exterior with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows & Doors, Two Pergolas, & Cupola with Windows
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Luxury Bathroom Renovation with Free-Standing Clawfoot Tub & Chandelier
Pool House - Side Entrance
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen with Farmhouse Sink, Pull-Down Faucet, Stainless Steel Range, Range Hood, Double Wall Oven, and Dishwasher

+113

Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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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(
26
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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."
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+91

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

A fireplace is, by definition, an enclosed space where you burn wood or other fuel for the purpose of generating light and heat. A firepit burns wood and is much less expensive to build, but they aren’t technically a fireplace as it isn’t enclosed. An outdoor oven—commonly outdoor brick pizza ovens—often uses wood as fuel, but its primary purpose is to cook food, and you’d rarely just burn wood inside them for warmth or aesthetic reasons.

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

Always work with licensed and certified masons in your area when installing a stone wall or even a stone veneer. Just like all home designers, they should provide an impressive portfolio and offer a free estimate for the project. Pick the pro who fits your budget and schedule and, most importantly, helps you realize your landscape vision.

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it’s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case—and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case.

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