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Avatar for Brick-Tek, Inc.
Brick-Tek, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For BusinessBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace+6 more

Serving Sterling, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"From the first quote to the final walkthrough, everything was professional and straightforward. The owner, Joe Haumann, listened carefully to what I wanted, provided clear options, and gave a fair, detailed estimate with no hidden surprises. The crew showed up on time every day, worked efficiently, and treated my property with real respect—keeping the site clean and minimizing any disruption. Their craftsmanship is top-notch: the brick and stone work is precise, beautiful, and built to last. You can tell they take pride in what they do. They finished the project right on schedule, communicated clearly throughout, and even handled a couple of small adjustments without any hassle or extra cost. If you’re looking for reliable, skilled masons who deliver high-quality results and great customer service, I highly recommend Brick-Tec. I’ll definitely be calling them again for any future work! Thanks again to the whole team—you guys rock!"
SUNY Fredonia
Brick Replacement
Repointing
Repointing off lift
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
R Davies Construction
5.0(
16
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Sterling, 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%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Erie Home
4.4(
74
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Sterling, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Erie Homes was great. Ty and Chris shared the information about roofs in a clear and precise way. I love the high quality of the roofing materials and the standards they hold their workers to when placing the roof. Mike called me each step of the way, so I was prepared when the roofing supplies showed up. I even got calls after the beautiful roof was done. Amazing job!"
127 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
4.2(
22
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Sterling, 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%
323 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 Sterling, 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."
Company Photo 2018
Home of the Basement Bros
Wall cracks in bad shape
Wall fixed and safe
Before

+4

Response time2 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Highlander Waterproofing Inc
5.0(
1
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Sterling, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Hydro-Solutions, Inc.
3.2(
3
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Sterling, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hydro-Solutions, Inc., are experts in Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair. We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals, have many years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

Spalling brick is not uncommon, but it does indicate a serious issue. It can be caused by water damage, an intense freeze-thaw cycle, or something else. Painted bricks can be susceptible to spalling, as the paint doesn’t allow the porous material of the brick to breathe, which can trap moisture. Spalling should always be addressed immediately before more serious structural damage occurs.

Initially, brick staining is not cheaper than painting. However, while it has a higher up-front cost, it may be more cost-effective in the long run. Brick stain can last for 20 years or longer, compared to paint, which usually starts to peel away in three to five years.

In some cases, black stains on brick are caused by organic substances like algae and mold. However, it's more likely that the black spots you're noticing on your bricks come from carbon from vehicle exhaust or soot. Black stains can usually be removed by scrubbing the brick with a brush and masonry cleaner or power washing.

Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home’s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home’s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe. 

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