"Solid-filled masonry pier with 24x24x10" footing.
Automatic Vents.
Services were scheduled over 2 weeks, the first week the preparation was done for the footing and some vents were installed. The second visit was to finish the footing and install the last of the crawl space vents."
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
Crawlspaces and More is proud to be your home repair professionals for waterproofing, mold removal, foundations, structural wood framing, and encapsulations. We are a contractor unlike any other in our industry because we customize projects for your specific needs and have more solutions available than our larger competitors. Book a free consultation today and experience the all star difference!
Engineered Retaining Walls® is the Blue Ridge Mountain region's premier retaining wall and paver contractor, serving Western North Carolina, North Georgia, and Eastern Tennessee. Specializing in new installations and the repair or replacement of failing retaining walls and steep slopes, the company protects homes and property from structural movement. Their licensed engineers and expert crews bring 25+ years of experience to every project — from parking areas and play zones to backyards and shoreline protection. 5-star rated for 10+ years. 📞 (706) 970-0704 | erwalls.com | Free On-Site Estimate
"Our home inspection report on the home we were purchasing revealed that there was a significant problem with dampness/mold in the basement. This was very bad news because we have a family member with asthma who is sensitive to mold, and we had made a good offer on this home based upon the large unfinished basement we planned to add rooms in to expand our living space for our family. We received estimates/solutions from several companies and two companies claimed we had a "very serious problem with water filling up in the block" requiring that expensive drainage systems be installed (i.e. floor dug up--questionable damage to foundation? One company with open drains...water getting clogged and sitting behind "covers" and stagnating?!) around the perimeter of the basement floor with additional pumps, etc. By the time we would pay for one of these systems, we would not have had enough money to make the other required repairs needed to secure our loan. Another important point : neither company mentioned or addressed the stopped up and crushed gutter drain lines that were buried in the ground directing water from the roof against the foundation/basement walls of the house. Some companies claimed water was seeping through the basement floor while another claimed it was through cracks- neither of which turned out to be true. (Our house was on the top of a hill out in the open sunshine, and yet these companies were still saying our walls were full of water. Be aware that people will try and sell you anything---get lots of opinions and do your own research first!) David Gibson has a degree in Civil Engineering, has common sense, and knows what he is doing. Right away he suspected a problem with our gutters. He was the only one to walk around the house and locate points of soggy, saturated soil that indicated poor drainage. He determined there was NOT water in our basement block because he could tell that the white efflorescence residue had occurred over time because cement block can slowly absorb dampness from the dirt.. If there had been water trapped in the block, he said we would have seen more severe evidence of the later stages/darker and varying color of the mold, dripping walls, etc.and then a more extensive drainage system would have made more sense. David has had years of experience fixing wet basements, even completely lifting houses up to repair foundations. His much more reasonable solution was to install new gutter drain pipes from the roof and re-route the water away from the house and to install a foundation drain on the outside of the house. He then cleaned and treated the basement walls against mold. He applied several coats of Thoroseal (actually absorbs into the porous block and fills in any gaps/holes creating a waterproof barrier) and Dry Lock to waterproof the block against moisture. He suggested we get a 70 pint de-humidifier to help reduce the condensation resulting from the well pumps located in one corner of our basement. David also completed all of the minor repairs on the house, put installation in the basement ceiling, and did masonry work on the chimney that was required by our lender to approve the loan, all for a price we could afford. We felt that David was correct about the solution for our basement, and by getting to the source of our problem, he saved us from expensive systems that probably would not have kept the dampness and mold out of our basement because those companies would have left the crushed and clogged drains pouring water into the soil around our basement walls and would not have solved the slow absorption of moisture into the block. It has been about a month since his work was completed and even with several hard rains, our basement has been bone dry! We highly recommend David Gibson of Gibson Construction and Grading, and are pleased with the quality of his work and his work ethics. His more economical and correct solution "saved the day" for us much like finding a doctor who finally can diagnose and explain the source of the problems then apply the correct solutions."
Four Seasons Landscaping, Inc., has been serving the area for over 25 + years. We are locally owned and family operated. Four Seasons Landscape is your number one choice for a truly unique yard. Call us today to learn more! Now Scheduling. \nAt Four Seasons Landscape we believe that your outdoor spaces should be as luxuriously designed as your indoor spaces. Our seasonal murals grace some of the most beautiful homes and businesses in the Southern Appalachians. A full service landscape company, we envision, design, construct and maintain your outdoor spaces to fit your lifestyle. Outdoor luxury with no boundaries defines our beautiful landscapes, hardscapes, waterscapes and gardens. If you are searching for four seasons of color and beauty contact us to see how you can enhance your lifestyle. It's about luxury, it's about no boundaries, it's about Four Seasons of living art! (828) 743-1046
We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Not only are we focused on quality work and outstanding results, we are also committed to educating our clients through our wide range of expertise, in turn creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
Groundworks is the North America?s leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider. Groundworks is a vertically integrated company with its own manufacturing operations and a world-class software solution, allowing us to serve our customers more effectively. From the first phone call to the annual maintenance offered, our customers have peace of mind knowing we?re there with one mission ? to repair, protect and improve their home. For state licenses visit Groundworks.com/licensing\n
Some of the services we offer at RSOutdoor Improvement are landscaping, landscape installs, sod installation, plantings, hardscaping, retaining walls, fire pits, patios and more! We are a owner-operated business and look forward to working with you all!
On average, a well-built brick mailbox can last between 30 and 100 years. The insert that holds mail inside the mailbox may last 15 to 25 years before it needs to be replaced. If a mailbox needs to be fixed due to damage, make sure you know who to hire for brick repair.
The best color to paint a brick fireplace comes down to personal taste. However, neutral colors—like white or gray—will open the space and create a bright modern look, making them popular options. However, choosing a bold color can turn your fireplace into a feature piece that will be the talk of all family gatherings.
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.
Brick can increase the value of your home depending on the type of masonry materials used. Homes generally have a higher resale value when they have brick siding, and brick is also easier to maintain (and lasts longer) than other types of siding, which can motivate buyers to make an offer.
Just keep in mind, however, that although brick can up the asking price when you sell your house, the cost to brick a house is also more expensive than other typical siding costs—so you’ll invest more in the project.
Fireclay is a type of clay but it is a type of clay that, because of its chemical composition, can be fired at a much higher temperature than other clays. This results in a denser and more heat-resistant final material. Because of the high percentage of a mineral called kaolin, fireclay sinks are smoother and more durable than other clay types.
The Franklin, NC 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.
