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Avatar for SOIL FRIENDS EXCAVATION L.L.C.
SOIL FRIENDS EXCAVATION L.L.C.
4.9(
52
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Portage, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"In a word, Soil Friends Excavation is FANTASTIC! Ben and Bob built a large (concrete) retaining wall on a steep slope and were with us for almost 3 weeks. From start to finish, they CARED about the project as if building it for their own homes, 100% dedicated. Seriously - they obsessed over getting every detail just right, maybe more than we did! Every day so positive and upbeat, answered questions patiently, made excellent suggestions, and built us a stunning wall! Ben was always quick to respond, before & during & even after the project. You won't find a more friendly, efficient, hard-working, dedicated crew than Ben's team. They truly go above and beyond. Highly and enthusiastically recommended!!!"
New Block Wall
Retaining wall rebuild
Clean up & Fresh Grass Seed
Brush hoging & Small tree removal
Brush clean up

+31

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundworks
4.6(
46
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseBasement Drainage Channels - Install+2 more

Serving Portage, 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

42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Precision Foundation Systems LLC
4.4(
31
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+3 more

Serving Portage, 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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ZPETERS BUILDING COMPANY LLC
4.6(
38
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Portage, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nothing but great things to say! Quote was fast and Zach went above and beyond to explain the materials and process for install. They were very clean and got the job done in just 3 days. Everything looks great! From start to finish Zach was so easy to work with. Looking forward to enjoying our patio for years to come!"
Decorative Concrete
Decorative Concrete
Driveways
Decorative Concrete
Stamped Patio

+62

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for EverDry of Michiana
EverDry of Michiana
4.5(
376
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Portage, 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
154 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Brothers & Bricks, LLC
5.0(
2
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Brick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Portage, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Brothers and Bricks to help our 1925 (unreinforced) college foundation that was bowing in approximately 4-inches. They came out for an estimate and talked through the potential repair options. The quote was very thorough and we understood exactly what we were getting. The crew was professional, and our house was left very clean after the work was complete."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The exact cost of bricks depends on the type and size of the bricks you use for your project. Generally, standard clay bricks cost between $350 and $850 for a thousand bricks, or an average of $550. Brick veneer costs around the same for materials but is easier to install than solid bricks, so you’ll save on labor by choosing this option.

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

When painting brick, each application method has pros and cons. Spraying is much faster but may not penetrate the porous surface of the bricks. Rolling is effective for getting paint into the bricks but doesn't work as well on the mortar. Brushing is very time-consuming and also won't penetrate beyond the surface. For the best results, a combination of spraying and rolling is often recommended. If you use a roller, choose a thick option (at least a half-inch) and ensure the paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage.

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.

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.

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