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Avatar for Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.
Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was a complex project. They were very careful with their procedures and raised sunken concrete sections next to the house and around a pool to allow for drainage. They filled the major cracks. They were courteous and on-time over several days. After many years the water in the basement problem has been resolved."
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SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifer
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+9

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vivid Services, LLC
4.9(
180
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an awesome job cutting down our two ash trees and cleaned everything thing up I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to have work done"
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Woodford Bros Inc
4.0(
61
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh Taft and Brad were very personable, professional and efficient. They were also respectful of my house. This is the second time I’ve used your company. No offense, but I hope I don’t need the services of your company again."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
4.2(
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shamrock Maintenance Corp. did an excellent job cleaning and inspecting our wood burning stove. The technician arrived on time, was professional, and explained everything clearly before starting the work. They made sure the area was protected and left everything clean once the job was completed. I appreciated how thorough the inspection was and the time they took to answer our questions. It’s hard to find reliable service these days, but they definitely delivered. Highly recommend."
Shamrock chimney
Stainless steel chimney liner
Broken Chimney crown
Crown and caps
Stainless steel cap

+60

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Renovations Gone Wild
5.0(
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Customers say: True professional

"We hired them to erect a deck. After agreeing on a fair price, they got started. Along the way, they really took pride in their work and always listened to my needs as their customer. The quality of work was exceptional! They completed in a timely manner and communicated their progress very effectively."
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Roof removal
Railing installation
Massive deck
Mid construction

+13

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodford Bros., Inc.
3.6(
36
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From our first call to our first appointment with Dave up until our work that was completed today by James Parker and Jacob Skinner we want to say our experience with your company was exceptional! Very professional and just truly amazing and our garage floor looks wonderful! Thank you for everything. We definitely will pass your name to others that need this service completed. Mike and Sue from Barneveld NY"
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Wall cracks in bad shape
Wall fixed and safe
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+4

Response time2 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Foam It Insulation
4.5(
13
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Foam-it is a top notch professional contractor. They tell you exactly what they will do....they do exactly what they said. They were on time, put down drop clothes, did the work, all the while explaining and showing y"
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Foundation Wall
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Response rate97%
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.

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.

A traditional rectangular brick that is used for siding, brick walks, and pathways is 8 inches long by 4 inches wide. If you are shopping for fire bricks, the standard dimension is typically 9 inches long by 4.5 inches wide.

Choosing the right paint color for your brick house can be a daunting task. A great strategy is to find painted brick houses that you like and try to replicate the look by researching their colors or asking the homeowners for the specific paint color code.

If you're looking for specific ideas, several colors work well on brick. Different shades of white, such as off-white or cream-white, can create a modern, timeless, and classic look that is unlikely to go out of style. For a more contemporary aesthetic, you might consider a matte black tone. Other popular choices include gray, blue, and sage green.

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