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Woodford Bros Inc
4.0(
61
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install+1 more

Serving Smithville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zach & his Partner(name given, but I did Not write it down) arrived promptly at time given. Listened to my instructions & concerns and went above & beyond the job that I had signed up for. They both were very courteous & friendly. Office staff very friendly & courteous too. One could feel the smiles in their voices. ABOVE & beyond...I highly recommend this family owned business to do your job for you!!!"
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WoodRock Construction
5.0(
4
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Concrete Foundation - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Smithville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had the front entrance to our home completely replaced, Matt was very attentive and helpful with the design and desired outcome we were looking to achieve. He is very knowledgeable and has an outstanding work ethic. Matt will be the first call we make for any future projects. Thank you Woodrock Construction!"
Residential concrete
Residential concrete
Residential concrete
Residential concrete
Residential concrete

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
R Davies Construction
5.0(
16
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Smithville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We couldn't have been more happy with Rich's work. He was professional, knowledgeable, and explained the whole process. His crew did great work and were a pleasure to have in our home. Rich solved our basement flooding issue and the basement is brand new looking now! I would highly recommend them to anyone."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
4.2(
22
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Smithville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
174 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodford Bros., Inc.
3.6(
36
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Smithville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Woodford brothers did a great job waterproofing my basement. There estimate was right on par with other companies and actually a bit lower. The workers were very professional and very respectful of my property and house. Shoutout to Hunter who answered all questions thoroughly and didn’t mind at all how many I had as he was working! They showed up on time and worked all day, barely taking breaks. And so far, and we’ve had a few rainy days, we have had no water in our basement. I would not hesitate to recommend Woodford Brothers."
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Home of the Basement Bros
Wall cracks in bad shape
Wall fixed and safe
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+4

Response time2 hrs
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Foam It Insulation
4.5(
14
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Smithville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had the pleasure of meeting Kevin Frank and Tyk they came and spray foamed my basement they were all very pleasant very professional and did a awesome job and a very timely manner I would highly suggest format insulation to anybody who needs any kind of insulation done"
Before and After Thompson PA
Foundation Wall
Foundation Wall
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+4 more

Serving Smithville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed stucco repair work on an old chimney (and other spots). Grady was meticulous and thoughtful on what approaches and materials would work. Throughout the project they allocated sufficient time for each treatment to cure and inspected the work before proceeding to the next step. Grady started the project with no money down and only required ongoing payments for materials until the project was well underway. The final payment was due only after they did a final inspection. Total project cost was also below other bids."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Stone houses used to be much more practical, but with the advent of stronger and cheaper materials like concrete, they aren’t seen as much anymore. There are some parts of the world where it makes sense to build with stone, and they are usually next to a stone quarry. Stone is, however, very weather-resistant, which is why many homes near the sea and on mountains are still built with local stone.

No, you don’t need to soak the brick before cutting it by hand. In fact, cutting a wet brick can make it harder to see your score lines and may cause the chisel to slip. Soaking is sometimes used with power tools to reduce dust, but for hand-cutting, it’s best to work with dry bricks for better control and visibility.

Modern brick homes have a brick facade over standard framing and sheathing, so the brick offers minimal added structural stability. A home with traditional brick construction is more durable than a stick-built home, as the double-layer brick walls and rebar resist higher lateral wind loads and support heavier loads up top, as well.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

The material you use depends on how hard-wearing your steps need to be and what you want them to look like. The most common stone for exterior steps is bluestone. It’s hard-wearing and durable, and bluestone steps cost between $15 and $30 per linear foot. Limestone is also a popular option and is mid-range, costing $25 to $50 per linear foot. You should always consider the specific requirements of your project before ordering any materials.

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