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Shamrock Maintenance Corp
3.9(
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Columbia, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My home has a chimney that was unsafe to use (cracked masonry liner). I dreaded the time and cost of a tear down and replacement. I contacted "Shamrock Chimney" and scheduled an appointment with their lead technician "Tony". He suggested a less costly and safer alternative (steel liner and a resealing of the outer brickwork. The work was performed over a two-day period. I am fully satisfied with the results. One thing I really apricate is the communication during the project. The "front office" would let me know by either phone or email when the project would start, and then Tony and would give me updates. All and all the whole process went smoothly. Also, this was my first time with "Angi", I hope to use their services again in the future."
Chimney Repairs
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
Brick Solutions Inc
4.5(
14
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+9 more

Serving Columbia, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic experience from beginning to end. I'm very happy I went with Joe's company. They are absolute professionals and I could see everyday watching their progress, that they are concerned with quality. Joe had great communication with me throughout the whole process, and they were able to finish on time despite all the rain we were getting. I will definitely hire him again in the future for any masonry."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hampton Enterprise LLC
3.7(
9
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Columbia, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was awesome.  He called back, but he was working in Reed field, North Carolina and he could not get to us for a couple of days.  By the time, he got to us we had already gotten the other estimates, and we were pleased with him.  Hampton guy was great.  He was really quick to get back to us, but he had other projects that he had already lined up.  The experience was very satisfactory.  He was very courteous, and prompt.  He was very honest in saying that he cannot get to us, and if we needed to have this work done now, then we need to have to get somebody else.  I appreciated that."
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AquaDry Waterproofing & Structural Reinforcement
4.8(
4
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+3 more

Serving Columbia, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Permanently waterproofing basements and crawl spaces with a lifetime transferable warranty. AquaDry Waterproofing & Structural Reinforcement Company offers professional waterproofing services, leak repair, and structural reinforcement. \nHave you noticed a musty smell in your basement? That means water may be leaking through the cracks, and you need waterproofing from AquaDry Structural Solutions & Reinforcement. We look at each job objectively, and decide the best way to permanently solve the leak. This allows us to offer a full lifetime transferable warranty. We can structurally reinforce your crawl space or basement, and take care of surface drainage. AquaDry Waterproofing and Structural Reinforcement. Integrity and Experience.\nAquaDry Waterproofing & Structural Reinforcement Company offers professional waterproofing services, leak repair, structural reinforcement, and more. \nWe make sure that we leave your landscaping undisturbed and leave your home looking even better than when we arrived. Our professional and efficient staff is knowledgeable and ready to assist you with all your leaking basement and crawl space needs. Allow us to put our experience and expertise, of close to 40 years, to work for you.\nPermanently waterproofing basements and crawl spaces with a lifetime transferable warranty for close to 40 years\nBoth interior and exterior permanent waterproofing systems\nRoof and yard drainage systems\nStructural reinforcement of cracked walls and sagging floors\nWe can help with structural and moisture problems:\n\nDo you see any hairline cracks between the mortar of the block or brick?\nAre your floors level or unlevel?\nDo your windows and doors open and close with ease or do they get stuck?\nIs your roof leaking?\nAre any of the walls beginning to bow in or out?\nDo you smell the musty aroma of stagnating water?\nDoes anyone in your household have a lot of colds or flus?\nDoes anyone have a cough that just won’t go away?\n\nAlso serving other portions of North Carolina, ask for details.

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

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.

Discoloration ondifferent types of brick can range from harmless to red flag. For example, efflorescence that is caused by a buildup of water-soluble white salt is considered harmless. However, green or greenish-yellow stains are caused by salts that are harmful to brick. Staining can also be caused by rust, corrosion, lime run, soot, algae, or moss.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

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