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Paramount Home Solutions

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Paramount Home Solutions

4.86(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

With years experience, we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. Here at Paramount Home Solutions., we strive to maintain our reputation as THEE high quality, service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Had 2 roofs replaced and now have found roof is not properly sealed and have made numerous calls to have it corrected and all I get is I?ll stop by and look at it, still waiting probably will never show up so I would think twice in having them do your job. "

Ashur C on November 2025

With years experience, we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. Here at Paramount Home Solutions., we strive to maintain our reputation as THEE high quality, service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Had 2 roofs replaced and now have found roof is not properly sealed and have made numerous calls to have it corrected and all I get is I?ll stop by and look at it, still waiting probably will never show up so I would think twice in having them do your job. "

Ashur C on November 2025


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RJM Contracting

4.97(
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RJM Contracting

4.97(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Specializing in all phases of Concrete/Masonry! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"It went very well. Communication was excellent. They showed up when the said they would. The walkway looks great. I would recommend them and use them again"

John C on August 2025

Specializing in all phases of Concrete/Masonry! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"It went very well. Communication was excellent. They showed up when the said they would. The walkway looks great. I would recommend them and use them again"

John C on August 2025


Boss Pro Plumbing & Heating

4.76(
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Boss Pro Plumbing & Heating

4.76(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With nearly 20 years experience, Boss Pro Plumbing & Heating proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"They did a great job replacing my bladder tank and switch. My water pressure is better than it ever was. They do quality work and this is the second time that I used them. They are customer friendly and are reasonable."

Nicholas V on November 2025

With nearly 20 years experience, Boss Pro Plumbing & Heating proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"They did a great job replacing my bladder tank and switch. My water pressure is better than it ever was. They do quality work and this is the second time that I used them. They are customer friendly and are reasonable."

Nicholas V on November 2025


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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.

4.72(
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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.

4.72(
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Customers say: Super punctual
28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 25 years of professional experience, Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association! We have a fully trained staff to help you with all of your waterproofing, foundation support, concrete repair, and crawlspace needs. We provide free estimates and lifetime transferable warranties. If your basement is in need of care and attention, we're only a phone call away! We look forward to serving you! If you are planning on finishing or refinishing your basement, call us before you begin your project. We want to help you to protect your investment by making sure that your damp basement is dry all the time. Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business of the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association, National Association of Home Builders, and New York State Builders Association.

"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."

Robert D on September 2018

With over 25 years of professional experience, Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association! We have a fully trained staff to help you with all of your waterproofing, foundation support, concrete repair, and crawlspace needs. We provide free estimates and lifetime transferable warranties. If your basement is in need of care and attention, we're only a phone call away! We look forward to serving you! If you are planning on finishing or refinishing your basement, call us before you begin your project. We want to help you to protect your investment by making sure that your damp basement is dry all the time. Adirondack Basement Systems is an upstanding Accredited Business of the Better Business Bureau, and members of Capital Region Builders and Remodelers Association, National Association of Home Builders, and New York State Builders Association.

"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."

Robert D on September 2018


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Eldi Lanscaping Services LLC

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Eldi Lanscaping Services LLC

4.66(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Eldi Landscaping Services. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to bringing each project to life with creativity, precision, and attention to detail. We work closely with customers to ensure that every installation complements their landscape while providing long-lasting value. Whether it’s transforming a backyard into a cozy retreat or enhancing curb appeal for a business, Hardscaping Solutions is committed to excellence and customer satisfaction, making outdoor spaces more beautiful and functional for years to come. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5+ years of experience serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Eldi came when he said he would, listened to our ideas and made some suggestions. His pricing was very competitive. Eldi and crew arrived on time and completed on time. Workmanship was very professional. Eldi was very cooperative even when we made some design changes. We were very pleased from start to clean-up and we are considering an addition to this project. We strongly recommend Eldi and his crew for any project you have in mind."

Tom S on August 2025

Eldi Landscaping Services. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to bringing each project to life with creativity, precision, and attention to detail. We work closely with customers to ensure that every installation complements their landscape while providing long-lasting value. Whether it’s transforming a backyard into a cozy retreat or enhancing curb appeal for a business, Hardscaping Solutions is committed to excellence and customer satisfaction, making outdoor spaces more beautiful and functional for years to come. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5+ years of experience serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Eldi came when he said he would, listened to our ideas and made some suggestions. His pricing was very competitive. Eldi and crew arrived on time and completed on time. Workmanship was very professional. Eldi was very cooperative even when we made some design changes. We were very pleased from start to clean-up and we are considering an addition to this project. We strongly recommend Eldi and his crew for any project you have in mind."

Tom S on August 2025


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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.

4.88(
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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.

4.88(
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Customers say: Quick response
28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

As technology grows, so does our business. That is why we offer customers proven solutions that keep basements and dirt crawl spaces dry ALL of the time. We believe that all parts of a home should be functioning properly - so we listen to our customers in order to develop a specialized solution that fully meets their expectations. With numerous integrative and sophisticated product lines, we can help almost all situations!

"Wonderful job done on very challenging basement. We are very happy with the results."

Diane K on September 2025

As technology grows, so does our business. That is why we offer customers proven solutions that keep basements and dirt crawl spaces dry ALL of the time. We believe that all parts of a home should be functioning properly - so we listen to our customers in order to develop a specialized solution that fully meets their expectations. With numerous integrative and sophisticated product lines, we can help almost all situations!

"Wonderful job done on very challenging basement. We are very happy with the results."

Diane K on September 2025


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Morgan Construction Services LLC

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Morgan Construction Services LLC

4.42(
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Customers say: Terrific value
26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have been proudly serving the capital district for 25 years! We offer residential and commercial services from asphalt paving, concrete foundations, Alaskan slabs, sidewalks, stamped concrete, full excavation service, septic systems, sand/gravel topsoil installation, and commercial snow management. We have built our business around the needs of the customer, we have a large fleet of trucks and equipment to handle small or large-scope projects. We offer a variety of services to make any exterior project a smooth transition into the final product you envisioned

"Very impressed with Morgan Construction Services. Owner Mike Morgan responded to our post on Angie’s within minutes of our post and was out to complete the paving project within 2-days. Mike and his crew were very professional and left the job site clean of all debris. Mike and his staff responded to our needs where other contractors wouldn’t even return our calls. I would recommend Morgan Construction Services to anyone. Thanks to Mike and his crew."

Joe S on August 2025

We have been proudly serving the capital district for 25 years! We offer residential and commercial services from asphalt paving, concrete foundations, Alaskan slabs, sidewalks, stamped concrete, full excavation service, septic systems, sand/gravel topsoil installation, and commercial snow management. We have built our business around the needs of the customer, we have a large fleet of trucks and equipment to handle small or large-scope projects. We offer a variety of services to make any exterior project a smooth transition into the final product you envisioned

"Very impressed with Morgan Construction Services. Owner Mike Morgan responded to our post on Angie’s within minutes of our post and was out to complete the paving project within 2-days. Mike and his crew were very professional and left the job site clean of all debris. Mike and his staff responded to our needs where other contractors wouldn’t even return our calls. I would recommend Morgan Construction Services to anyone. Thanks to Mike and his crew."

Joe S on August 2025


Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

4.56(
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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

4.56(
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Customers say: Quality work
57 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024


H&J Landscaping

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H&J Landscaping

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 15 years of experience, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer need. 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.

With 15 years of experience, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer need. 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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Masonry questions, answered by experts

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

In certain cases, such as when dealing with surfaces like concrete rather than brick, grout can be used instead of mortar. Grout tends to be more convenient to work with on non-masonry surfaces. However, many experts suggest using mortar whenever possible, as it provides stronger adherence to the bricks and results in a more textured appearance.

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven’s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven.

The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.

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