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Groundworks
5.0(
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Serving Kaleva, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

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Warranties offered

"Chris Peplinski came out and gave us a fair and honest estimate on fixing our foundation. Alex and crew arrived and installed helical piers to shore up our foundation and you couldn’t tell they were even here. Everything from the first call to the install was top notch! Highly Recommend!"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Concrete

+16

72 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Michigan
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Serving Kaleva, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They explained everything very well, and they fixed the foundation without ripping out my front porch. They have awesome payment plans as well!"
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+28

Response time4 days
234 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
4.5(
14
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Serving Kaleva, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team did a fantastic job repairing and cleaning our chimney. They explained the entire process and were able to do repairs the same day . Highly recommend them !"
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
253 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EverDry of Greater Grand Rapids
3.3(
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Serving Kaleva, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a very good experience, from start to finish. Very professional. good communications, workers also were very personable, very courteous, and respectful of your property."
EZBreathe
SmartPower
After,Living Space
After
After,Living Space

+94

Response time1 day
135 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bluebird CFW, LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Kaleva, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Troy was great! He was able to quickly come in and diagnose what was going on in our basement and help us create a plan of action to fix our basement in the near future."
Dirty Crawlspace
Clean and Dry Crawlspace
Dirty Crawlspace
Clean and dry crawlspace
Flooded Basement

+48

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.

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.

Unless you’ve worked in the masonry industry before, it is in your best interest if you hire a pro for any masonry needs. Masonry-related jobs require a high skill level and can be extremely time-consuming. If anything goes wrong, a licensed and insured masonry contractor would be able to take care of the subsequent repairs, giving you additional peace of mind.

Yes, limewash on brick can accumulate dust over time. Its porous nature can attract dust particles, especially in environments with high levels of dust or dirt. Additionally, if the limewash surface is left unsealed, it may be more prone to collecting dust. Additionally, incorrectly applied limewash will generate dust. Causes include applying it too thickly instead of thin layers and not allowing enough drying time between layers. Regular maintenance, such as gentle cleaning or dusting, can help mitigate dusty issues.

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