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JES Foundation Repair
4.2(
946
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Serving Westover, 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

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138 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
LIFETIME MASONRY LLC
4.5(
4
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Serving Westover, 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
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Always Waterproofing
4.1(
413
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Serving Westover, 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
443 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Best Buy Waterproofing, LLC
4.4(
155
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Serving Westover, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing craftsmanship by Best Buy tradesman in constructing my stamped concrete patio. The color of the concrete matched the sample perfectly. The stamping process went flawlessly. Our project manager, Jay, was top notch in ensuring the job was done right and making sure we were completely satisfied. The completed project exceeded our expectations. Best Buy has our highest recommendation!"
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 Westover, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent. I have used Boni Landscaping for several jobs. Communication about the project is always great, quality is excellent, and his prices are extremely competitive."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Hydro-Solutions, Inc.
3.2(
3
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Serving Westover, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hydro-Solutions, Inc., are experts in Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair. We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals, have many years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Mortar is a mixture of sand and cement that binds materials, such as bricks, stones, and concrete blocks, together. Think of it as the glue that fills in the gaps between bricks and stones, then seals them in place to prevent damage or deterioration. Mortar also helps spread the load across a wall or structure, keeping cracks and shifting at bay.

Stone can last anywhere from 15 to 100 years before it needs to be restored. You should clean your stone flooring or countertops regularly using cleaners designed for stone surfaces. Stay on top of vacuuming to prevent scratches from deteriorating stone faster, deep clean your stone surfaces using a pH-neutral cleaning solution at least once a year, and reseal the stone every one to five years, depending on foot traffic or usage.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.

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.

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