"Our project was actually a crawlspace encapsulation. We have a lake cabin that was built in the 1960's. It had a dirt floor in the crawlspace with bare block masonry foundation walls. It also had old, damp batt insulation that was falling down from the joist spaces. American Waterworks came in, removed the old insulation (a nasty job!), laid down a 2 layer moisture barrier system and spray foamed the foundation walls and rim joist area. I can't believe what a difference this has made to our air quality, much warmer floors. We used to have to wipe down the windows every morning during the winter because of condensation. Not any more! I would highly recommend this company if you have the same needs!!"
"The installation of the WaterGuard system was completed on Friday, June 10, 2011. The Innovative Basement Systems of Fargo, ND sent out brochures, and a book “Dry Basement Science” so we could familiarize ourselves with the solution to our families water opportunity in the basement on the West side of our home. The representative arrived as schedule to make the measurements and discuss the costs for the project. The representative was not a high pressured salesman. He listened to what we wanted to accomplish, and then said what they could do for us. He stated what additional options that they could offer, but he wasn’t pushy on trying to over sell us thing we didn’t want to commit to for the system we wanted. The three workers were very professional. Laying down drop clothes on the floor and stairways. Sealing adjacent areas off with plastic sheeting from dust from the process of jack hammering the floor. Carefully carrying pieces of concrete floor so as to not strike the walls while taking it out of the house. The masonry worker did a very good job in producing a smooth concrete finish over the floor to seal the WaterGuard System. The clean up was great. First they sweep the area, and finished up washing the floor with water, and squeegeeing.
The test came with a heavy rain, and the water flowed to the sump basket, and not out on to the floor.
I am very pleased by the professionalism I saw from Innovative Basement Systems, and would recommend their services to others. What and when they said they would do, they did as scheduled.
I obtained three bids and Innovative Basement Systems of Fargo, ND was the best priced bid.
Their new address is
Innovative Basement Systems 922 40th Street North Unit B Fargo, ND 58102 877-365-0097 701-365-0097"
We are the premiere home improvement company, with service and products that will keep you happy for years to come.\n\nOur customers receive unmatched warranties and exclusive products. We offer exclusive roofing, siding and window systems that are manufactured in America and installed by factory-trained installers, delivering the best possible result every time.\n\nDaBella Baths is our exclusive bath division, specializing in tub and shower conversions, bathtub replacement, walk-in showers and walk-in tubs.\n\nIf you want to work with a contractor who is passionate about service, committed to quality and determined to delight you, then DaBella is for you!\n\nWe?re ready to turn your dreams into a beautiful reality.\n
At Willis Concrete, LLC, we believe every successful concrete project starts with proper preparation. We handle excavation, grading, and site preparation before every pour to create a strong foundation that helps your concrete perform for years to come. \n\nWhether you're installing a new driveway, replacing a sidewalk, or building a backyard patio, our team manages every step of the project with precision and attention to detail. You work with one contractor from the first estimate through the final cleanup.
At B&D Concrete LLC, we strive to provide the best quality work in a timely fashion. We are here to help you with any project you may have. From flat work and walls, as well as decorative stamping, staining, and stenciling. For your free quick and easy estimate call us today.
Veteran owned, family operated sewer cleaning, repair, and replacement company. Serving the state of Minnesota. Emphasis on low overhead to maintain affordable prices. Serving the entire state of MN.
Robinson Masonry, LLC, is your leading source for all things brick and stone! Give us a call today! We have been proudly offering the highest quality masonry work in the area for over three years, and would love to come out to your home and take on your next project.
At Simstone Concrete Works Inc, our main goal is, and always will be complete customer satisfaction on every project we undertake. Our nearly two decades of reliable and professional services has landed us many repeat customers! Call today and find out why we are considered the area's best!
Scott's Masonry was established in 2001 to serve Staples and the surrounding area.\nWe build out business and reputation on quality workmanship and customer service.\nCall us today!
PLEASE SEE MY WEB PAGE FOR MORE INFO!!! NC Artistry is a company built on quality, artistic and unique masonry projects. NC Artistry offers quality craftsmanship construction in brick, block, stone, granite, glass bocks, and many other masonry materials. We specialize in creating masterpieces on your masonry building.\nNick Foley and Clayton Foley have truly built their business from ground up based on their quality, craftsmanship, and honesty. \nWe can design and layout your project from anything from hand written drawings to photographs or straight from blueprints.\n~ Nick & Clayton\n
Brick and stone are durable, low-maintenance materials that offer excellent insulation, aesthetic appeal, and can increase property value.
Most of the time, you don’t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.
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.
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.
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.
The Fergus Falls, MN homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
