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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.4(
498
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Serving Wardsville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Zac and Cornell were professional and were happy to answer any questions and show us what they were doing and how the wall would be repaired. They left our basement very clean and even removed a wasp nest! The repair was done in one day and both Zac and Cornell made us feel very confident in their work skills."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

Response time1 day
140 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Belleville
3.9(
215
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Serving Wardsville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

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!"
Wall Anchors
Exterior Foundation Repair
Bowed Wall Foundation Repair AFTER
Horizontal Wall Crack BEFORE
Exterior Wall Anchors

+31

Response time4 days
277 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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All-Dry Basement Systems of Missouri
4.4(
19
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Serving Wardsville, 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

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Cutt's Construction Services
5.0(
5
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Serving Wardsville, 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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Serving Wardsville, 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 time3 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clayton Masonry
5.0(
1
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Serving Wardsville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Missouri Foundation & Foam
4.9(
7
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Serving Wardsville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional! Andrew recognized the root cause of the water entering the basement while other foundation experts were charging thousands more and never addressed the root cause. Andrew executed a simple yet elegant solution. The cost again was highly reasonable. Highly recommended."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

Not all cracks in brick indicate foundation problems. For instance, small hairline cracks can occur as a new construction settles. However, larger cracks are often a sign of a more severe issue. Indicators of a potential foundation problem include long horizontal cracks, "stair-step" cracks, vertical cracks that appear indoors, or any crack that widens at the top. Other signs of structural damage to look for are uneven floors and doors or windows that stick. These issues could be caused by problems with the soil beneath the home or an overgrown tree.

If you’re attempting to mix and pour your own mortar, expect to pay between $5 to $10 for an 80-pound bag of mix. The cost to repair mortar, however, can range from $300 to $500 for a 20-square-foot wall. The larger the area and the more extensive the repair, the higher the cost.

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.

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.

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