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Modern Scapes and Hydroseeding
4.6(
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot recommend Modern Scapes highly enough! My wife and I decided the pandemic was a good time to do some major work on our backyard, which had been neglected since we moved in six years ago; it lacked shape and had drainage problems. We had seen a sign for Modern Scapes about a year prior, outside a house nearby, which had installed a new fence that looked far better than most do in our neighborhood--modern, striking, and clearly well-built. We called the number we had written down from the sign to make an appointment for an estimate. We met Joe, the business owner, and mmediately knew we were in excellent hands. He listened to our concerns and ideas, offered his own valuable insight, and together we made a plan, first for a new wood fence to define the back edge of the backyard along with a new drainage system, and then eventually to install a bluestone patio with a wood pergola. Every aspect of both projects was an absolute pleasure. Joe was clear about the dates he and his team would be working, and then kept to those dates (one of the projects even finished ahead of time). The pricing process was easy and clear, and Joe was wonderful to work with, personable and professional at every turn. But what's most notable are the results, which are spectacular. Joe is a perfectionist, and his attention to detail is apparent in all aspects of his work. He listened to all of our ideas--even our less clear ones--and found elegant ways to implement them. We ended up with a fence and a patio/pergola that people stop to compliment, all the time. As one of our friends said, after seeing the completed fence, "You just don't get a fence like that in Binghamton"--meaning that beautiful and well made. With Joe, you do!"
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Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Adirondack Basement Systems, Inc.
4.6(
100
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Foreman Tim and crew members Dan and Ty did an excellent job installing a complex series of supports for our basement walls. While they worked hard each day, they were still most accommodating of our needs as homeowners. They moved their equipment several times so that we could be on time for personal commitments, they worked quietly and efficiently (except for the sounds of their equipment, we would hardly have known they were here), and when they were finished, they carefully cleaned our basement before their departure. We enjoyed our experience with Tim, Dan, and Ty, and we’re well pleased with the work they did."
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+9

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodford Bros Inc
4.0(
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Serving Tompkins, 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 rate94%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Renovations Gone Wild
5.0(
8
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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
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21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Woodford Bros., Inc.
3.6(
36
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Serving Tompkins, 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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+4

Response time1 hour
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Double M Industries LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Double M did a fabulous job with the work we needed including excavation , site work,and a concrete pad. They were professional , knowledgable and had excellent customer service . We would highly recommend them and were very happy with the completed work ."
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ST Landscaping and Excavating
3.4(
5
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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

ST Landscaping and Excavating, proudly serves its customers with pride and integrity. We are locally owned and operated and pay attention to the details that matter most to you. These are only some of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today! We do not accept credit cards, we take business checks, or cash only.

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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Highlander Waterproofing Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving Tompkins, 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!

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Response rate95%
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The United States Postal Service (USPS) recommends placing a mailbox 6 inches to 8 inches back from the curb. If your lot is unusual, speak with town authorities or the local post office to determine the correct placement.

Certain towns and homeowner associations (HOAs) ban brick mailboxes because of the risk of obstruction. They are sometimes only permitted in cases where four or more homes share a mailbox. Homeowners may need to obtain special permits in some locations. One of the top masonry contractor hiring tips is to ask a local pro if they can show you examples of recent work that meets local code regulations.

When painting brick, each application method has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Spraying is significantly faster but may not penetrate deeply beyond the surface layer. Rolling is effective for working paint into the brick's texture but can be less effective on mortar joints. If you opt for a roller, choose a thick nap of at least a half-inch to ensure paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage. Using a brush is generally not recommended as it is very time-consuming and provides poor surface penetration. Ultimately, a combination of spraying followed by back-rolling is often the best strategy for a durable and even finish.

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.

Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.

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