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Avatar for MudSmith Masonry
MudSmith Masonry
5.0(
41
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Ronnie (Mudsmith Masonry) to build a brick mailbox. He did an excellent job: showed up on time, completed the work with great workmanship, and we are extremely satisfied with the end result."
Chimney restoration
Chimney restoration
Chimney
Half of wall finished
Process of relaying

+46

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Betts Structural Engineering LLC
Betts Structural Engineering LLC
4.5(
26
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Concrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+3 more

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was great. Josh Betts returned my call first thing the next morning, and he was at the property quickly (and on a Sunday). Josh was right on time for the walk-through with our contractor. We had the repair plans the following afternoon. Josh is clearly very knowledgeable. I would recommend Betts Structural with absolutely no hesitation."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundworks
4.2(
929
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+3 more

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job on the foundation repair adding 8 push piers and successfully moving the foundation back into place. However, in their rush they put a hole in the back of my house with the backhoe and it took them almost 6 months to repair and repaint the damage. I still recommend them since they were the only ones with the correct foundation fix."
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space
Crawl Space

+14

Response time1 day
852 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Everdry Waterproofing
Everdry Waterproofing
4.4(
219
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+3 more

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Xavier was prompt and very professional. He completed the job in a timely manner and patiently answered all questions. Repaired area has been painted over and you can not even tell where work was done! Thank you, Xavier O!"
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Erie Home
Erie Home
4.4(
73
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erie Homes completed a basement waterproofing for us on 11/20/23. We were impressed and pleased by the professionalism and communication at every phase of the project. Brandon expertly explained the Erie Homes waterproofing system, sump pumps, materials, and warranty and provided us with a quote and pricing details. Having being burned by projects in the past, we came back with a long list of questions and conditions. Brandon answered every single one, made sure that we were completely satisfied with the terms, and added our notes to the contract. Project manager Gage and the team that came to our home was quick and professional. They periodically filled us in on the progress and communicated any changes or concerns. When the project was completed, they walked us through and made sure we were happy with the work before leaving. Since finishing, we have had several rainy weeks and a completely dry basement. Based on the product, work, and customer service, we will be highly recommending Erie Homes to anyone needing basement or waterproofing work."
Basement Before
Basement After
Basement Before
Basement After
Basement Before

+53

129 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Reliable Concrete Services LLC
Reliable Concrete Services LLC
4.7(
16
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Armondo and his crew replaced two landscaped areas in and around the driveway with concrete. We are extremely pleased with their work and the result. It is exactly what we wanted. If we ever need concrete again we will be calling them."
Prep
Finished slab
Finished slab
Prep
Old cracked concrete

+141

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Acculevel, Inc. - Ohio
3.9(
226
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Concrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - Raise

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The techs did a great job, and once I alerted them to my flower beds directly in front of the porch to be lifted, were very careful not to damage my emerging hostas. I'd definitely recommend Acculevel and already have to my sister for her patio/parking spot."
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+26

356 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Michael Blake Construction
4.9(
10
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+4 more

Serving Castalia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’m a custom home builder, and we also do high end remodeling. I have Blake Micheal Construction do my foundation and waterproofing work, as well all my concrete needs on my new homes. Eric and his crew are very efficient and hard working. Eric is knowledgeable and honest. I would definitely recommend him."
Response time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Europe is a continent made of many individual countries with a history of city life. In these cities, dirt roads were unsanitary and often shifted. The Ancient Romans started laying cobblestone streets in the 3rd century, which became an iconic feature of European cities. The durable and practical paving material proved to be extremely weather-resistant.

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.

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