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Frank Rustemeyer Masonry, LLC
4.6(
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+1 more

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Small jobs welcome

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"Frank Rustemeyer Masonry, LLC does excellent masonry work, and if you have a brick home you want to maintain you could not do better than to hire this firm!"
Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.4(
499
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Trenton and Christian were the techs on my job. Friendly, informative and well trained. First they investigated the concrete that needed to be lifted. we talked about it for a bit then they started in on the job. Before you knew it the job was finished. The area was cleaned up with the equipment too. The job was well done."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

Response time1 day
119 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Cutt's Construction Services
5.0(
5
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace - For Business

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cutt Construction was great to us. We have a awesome looking kitchen with great appliances and his crew came when they said, had the project in hand, finished early and kept us informed all they way. Cutt Construction was a value add for my family and made the difference between not having a usable house and having one that works. We give this company first consideration with every project now."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M&W Excavating, LLC
5.0(
9
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Retaining Wall - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"George and his company were very prompt and professional. He offered great advice on what was needed and he gave a very honest assessment of what needed to be done and how I could save money without sacrificing quality or the integrity of the finished product. These are qualities you don’t see much anymore when profit is the priority. Do yourself a big favor and use George and his team at M&W Excavating. I highly recommend them.9"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All-Dry Basement Systems of Missouri
4.4(
19
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We set up an appointment with Rick to get an estimate on some work we needed completed on our basement. Rick was honest with us and told us he wouldn't be able to handle the project. After he left, he called us back because he had looked up the name and number of a company that the thought could help us. I would recommend this company based on their honesty and willingness to help even if they aren't going to profit from the project."
 National Dealer Network
 All-Dry Baseboard System
 All-Dry Baseboard System
 All-Dry Baseboard System
 Expert Wall Crack Repair

+8

Response time9 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
River View Construction
3.8(
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install+2 more

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Finished with first project, amazing work. He will give several options and will discuss the pros and cons of each to allow you to make the right decision for you. Having him do several more projects, will follow up later."
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel

+10

Response time12 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Missouri Land Improvement
4.0(
1
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hello, I’m a local guy born and raised right here in Columbia. I’m available to do all kind of residential ground work from reshaping your property for proper drainage to clearing trees and overgrowth for better views. I focus on selective growth management in which I remove all scrubby trees and undergrowth to maximize the life of the wanted trees. I also clear large amounts of land. I install drainage systems for gutter and footings to get the water away from your house.

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.

Mortar is a mixture of sand and cement that binds materials, such as bricks, stones, and concrete blocks, together. Think of it as the glue that fills in the gaps between bricks and stones, then seals them in place to prevent damage or deterioration. Mortar also helps spread the load across a wall or structure, keeping cracks and shifting at bay.

Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.

A fireplace is, by definition, an enclosed space where you burn wood or other fuel for the purpose of generating light and heat. A firepit burns wood and is much less expensive to build, but they aren’t technically a fireplace as it isn’t enclosed. An outdoor oven—commonly outdoor brick pizza ovens—often uses wood as fuel, but its primary purpose is to cook food, and you’d rarely just burn wood inside them for warmth or aesthetic reasons.

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.

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