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WLP Masonry & Construction LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Dowagiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"We are very pleased with the work of WLP Masonry. The chimney project looks great. It was completed in the quoted timeframe. I recommend WLP Masonry for any brick or masonry projects"
Block Foundation
Block Addition
Ada Stone Garage
Robinson Brick and Stone
Ada Stone Gable

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Michigan
3.9(
221
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Serving Dowagiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He evaluated my project and He advised me and came to the conclusion that everything was ok and at this time nothing needed to be done."
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+28

Response time4 days
287 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.6(
45
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Serving Dowagiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jakob W., Austin H., and Nathan H. Demonstrate some great team work getting the foundation work done clean and efficient. Fantastic communication before, during, while closing up the details of the project. Each where professional, polite, and positive attitude. Except for the missing steps at the patio door we can hardly notice they had the foundation dug up the day before."
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space

+16

Recommended by75%of homeowners
Precision Foundation Systems LLC
4.4(
31
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Serving Dowagiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience-start to finish. I cannot say enough good things about working with this company. Russell made sure I understand exactly what was happening with our foundation, exactly what him and his crew were going to do, and how much it would cost. Zero pressure to hire them - just an explanation of what was happening and how it could be fixed. Sometimes construction was delayed, we started much later than I had planned…and it took longer than expected - BUT I would hire them 100x over. There is no other company I would trust with my foundation. Period. His crew worked in the pouring rain, cleaned up at the end of the day - (meaning they swept the street in front of my house) and protected my grass during construction. I would challenge ANYone to come over and guess where they dug. (8ft+trench) The crew even preserved some trinkets for my girls when they dug in their fairy garden♥️. I’m so impressed with this company and though it was the most $$ I’ve spent ever on a home - I’m so so glad we hired them - and I am so grateful that we met him. Btw - he was there often to inspect the work and explain where they were in the process, what they had done, and why they’re doing it. I will recommend Precision to any/everyone who needs a service like this. ⭐️ ⭐️ ?⭐️⭐️"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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EverDry of Michiana
4.5(
375
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Serving Dowagiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"it's been 4 years since Everdry worked our foundation. We have not had a drop since they did the project. The only setback was the cost but we couldn't have ever sold our home unless this was done. The team was respectful and on time every day. We actually enjoyed them with the work ethics and placing our plants back around the foundation. Terri - Mattawan MI TSH"
Front of Customer House
Interior System
Exterior System
EZ Breathe
Basement Liner Job

+2

Response time2 days
132 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
4.5(
14
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Serving Dowagiac, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chuck arrived with a helper and explained everything to us. He cleaned the chimney and left us with some estimates for potential work. He was knowledgeable and pleasant. I would use him again."
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
182 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

Common causes include weather exposure, moisture, and settling. Regular maintenance prevents significant damage.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

Yes, masonry is more expensive than concrete because the labor is much more involved. With masonry, your expert will build your project from the ground up, one piece at a time, ensuring they use the proper amount of mortar or grout during construction and keeping the project level or plumb. Pouring concrete can also be labor-intensive, but it’s a bit less involved. It requires building a mold, pouring the concrete, and letting it cure. The less intensive labor makes concrete a more affordable option in most cases.

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