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Precision Foundation Systems LLC
4.4(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+3 more

Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Precision Foundation Systems was every thing I needed, I'm SO happy they were recommended to me! I thought the work on my basement would take about 4-5 days, it took 1 1/2 days from start to finish...including clean up! They were very professional, I'm so satisfied! THANK YOU FOR SAVING MY HOME!.... ANN W."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.6(
43
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+2 more

Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a very large, very long horizontal crack in our wall. Jacob W. was great. He answered all my husbands questions and worked his butt off. Along with Austin H. and Denzel K. The cleaned up everything when the job was done too. I would give them a 10/10 and would recommend them to anyone that needed foundation work done."
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space

+16

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Top-Notch Masonry LLC
5.0(
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Brick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace - For BusinessRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Working with Brandon/Top-Notch Masonry was fantastic. I hired Top-Notch to repoint like 580 sq feet of 135 year old brick on my house...not an easy job, plus I can be a bit picky. Brandon at Top-Notch was great to work with - quick and comprehensive communication, attention to detail, a clean jobsite, fair pricing, and masonry mastery. I don't very often leave gleaming reviews, but I truly enjoyed working with Top-Notch and I'm so thrilled with the work and the way our house looks now. I would 100% recommend Top-Notch to anyone looking for high quality masonry work!"
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Your Home Solution Experts
4.7(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve and his team did an excellent job on our project, which included adding insulation to our attic spaces, sealing the attic and basement, removing old insulation in the basement, and treating the basement for mold. Steve helped us feel comfortable and confident about the work that needed to be done to the house. Joe and Rick did excellent work on the project, which was completed quickly. Would work with again!"
Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI)
Mold discovered behind bed
Multi-Layer Insulation
Mold discovered behind bed
Solar Fan

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Golden Construction
4.0(
22
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Golden Construction responded to an emergency and urgent construction need. An old 8+ foot (height) by 150+ feet (length) retaining wall collapsed from severe weather, which compromised a large area of yard holding an in-ground pool. Golden recognized the potential danger, responded immediately with a very competitive estimate, and began work within a couple of days. The owner maintained ongoing communication throughout the project which was completed quickly and professionally. The rebuild is far superior to original wall. Excellent work. Recommend unconditionally."
Patio
Patio
wall
wall
wall

+29

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ayers Basement Systems
3.4(
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ayers was great to work with! Before even coming to the house, they sent a booklet regarding their systems so that we could do our own research. When Donny arrived, he inspected our basement and made several recommendations, taking the time to explain why he suggested each option over others. When the crew arrived for installation, PJ took the same time and care explaining their process and answering our questions."
Foundation Repair
Corner of Porch Sinking
Foundation Repair
Concrete Repair
Cracked and Leaning Foundation Walls

+34

Response time10 mins
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.

Yes, as long as the cut is clean and the brick remains structurally sound, you can reuse it. Reusing brick is especially common for landscaping, edging, and small masonry repairs. Just make sure to file down any sharp edges before handling or installing it.

Masonry is an umbrella term that involves adhering individual building materials together using an adhesive, so many different things are considered masonry. These include constructing stone or brick walls or facades, installing stucco siding, installing backsplashes or tile floors, and even installing glass block windows, in some cases. Masonry materials include natural stone, clay bricks, concrete bricks, glass blocks, and tiles.

Do not use super glue to hang lights on brick unless you want your lights up year-round. Hot glue is a better choice because it’s easily removable with a small amount of rubbing alcohol. Super glue is very hard to remove, and you could tear off parts of the brick in the removal process.

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

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