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FORM & POUR CEMENT WORKS
4.8(
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"1). I contacted a lot of Angie's list cement contractors to replace our old sidewalk and got bids from a half a dozen different contractors. Tony the owner of Form and Pour provided a timely free quote. His bid was a lot lower than most of the other bids. 2). He had very good references 3). Additionally he was willing to re-do my landscaping (remove old plants, raise the grade, plant my new plants and haul in new rock at a very low additional price 4). After selecting him to do job, he committed to starting the job in about (3) weeks. He actually was able to start and complete the work ahead of that time! 5). Tony and his additional (2) man team were very professional! It was very obvious that they knew what they were doing. They had the old sidewalk out within a couple of hours and were pouring the first of the new sidewalk on the 2nd day and the remainder on the 3rd day. 6). They had the knowledge, ability, work ethic and great equipment that all worked together to get a great job done. 7). We are very pleased with our new great curb appeal (see pictures). 8). Tony is the best contractor that we have ever dealt with for any home improvement!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Forsberg Concrete & Masonry LLC
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Offers commercial services

"Very satisfied with the high quality of work performed. Both driveway with retaining wall and also stamped sidewalk exceeded expectations. Highly recommended."
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+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.5(
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very informative and professional. David Koette was very friendly and arrived on time. He was very well educated in our questions and concerns. I would highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority for any foundation needs."
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+16

Response time3 days
91 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Better Yards & Gardens
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were really good. Ran into some problems: ancient retaining wall found buried behind collapsing wall, and they removed that as part of the "unknowns" they encountered, didn't charge extra for that. Did the job in two days, as per estimate. Very friendly, no secrets type of folks, hard workers."
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+11

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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American Waterworks
4.6(
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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!!"
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Dirt Crawlspace in Elk Mound, WI
Concrete stoop had sunk over 6 inches
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+156

Response time3 hrs
641 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Aurora Asphalt & Concrete
4.5(
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aurora was fantastic to work with for our patio expansion. Our rep that came out for measurements and estimates answered all our questions and explained the whole process thoroughly so we knew what to expect. When they came to pour the concrete the process went as smooth as it could go and we are loving using it! Would highly recommend and use again."
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Colored and Stamped Driveway
ACI Certified Concrete Contractor
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.

Solid brick structures can last a century or more, potentially 100 to 150 years with proper maintenance like tuckpointing. Without major repairs, classic red bricks may last 20 to 40 years. Brick veneer siding is also a long-lasting material, with a lifespan ranging from 50 to 100 years, provided it is properly installed and maintained. To maintain brick veneer, you should scrub it annually with a special detergent and a soft-bristled broom. It's also important to inspect the bricks and mortar regularly and hire a masonry contractor for any necessary repairs, such as fixing worn mortar or bowing bricks.

You should clean your home’s brick once per year. This applies to exterior brick, but also to cleaning brick fireplaces. Create a homemade cleaning solution with equal parts vinegar and water. Use a soft-bristle brush to scrub the solution into the face of your brick and remove dirt, algae, and stains. Cleaning will protect brick from damage and boost your home’s curb appeal.

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