"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."
"I contacted Ohio Basement Authority to look at my foundation. Caleb Watkins was nothing but professional and courteous. He answered all my questions and put my mind at ease."
"Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value I took multiple bids on my basement project across basement companies in Columbus. Mid state basement systems had the best and most fair pricing. They did not use any scare tactics and were upfront and honest. They were also the only company to use a laser level and show me the sag difference in my joists that I was experiencing. I hired mid-state basement systems to do crawl space support and repair on my load bearing wall in my basement. MY PROBLEM WAS UNIQUE AS LOAD BEARING WALLS NORMALLY DO NOT NEED TO BE REPAIRED LIKE THIS! At first, it was not level upon completion (BARELY 1/8 INCH OFF) in ONE spot and I let my sales rep Jiovanni know. the team came back out within 48 hrs and adjusted everything and let me take a look at it. They did a fantastic job. The installation crew even wiped down my floors for me after they were done! They were so polite, and respectful and made sure there was no damage to anything as they were moving steel beams to my basement ( my fridge was an object in the way to the basement door ) Do not let competitors make you question the validity of this business. they were fantastic. Rating of sales 5/5 Rating of the installation crew 5/5 Rating of management 5/5 Rating of mid-state as a company : 10/5 I do not believe I would have received this level of responsiveness of any of the competitors. I would choose mid-state basements for any basement project I had. Please use my review to know that mid-state basement systems will do the job the right way and how you need it to be done. In my experience, they offer the most fair pricing."
"Matt K and his crew did a very thorough job with interior and exterior work to waterproof our foundation and basement. They were running behind on another job so were a bit delayed in getting started but made up for it by working through part of the weekend to finish up."
"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."
"We had an attached screened-in porch that was sinking.Acculevel came in and detailed every aspect of the repair project and then followed thru to the most minuet detail. Excellent work and very detail oriented. Friendly and cooperative service team that completed the work. This seemed like what was going to be a complicated job, using augered jacks, concrete removal, and replacing trex floor. ...In a nutshell, they made what seemed hard..very manageableand 100% solved.Excellent service, excellant price......Terry M."
"Came out Christmas Eve for a disaster of a water heater basically exploding. Never met Them before and James came out from Lima to Perrysburg and saved the day and Christmas. Price was fair and less than I thought it would be. So blessed to find an honest expert"
"Great customer service-----Free customer quote-----Call 419-841-6055 Will take care your basement needs Handles all waterproofing inside an outside mike w."
In the short term, completing masonry work reduces basement moisture and stops cold drafts during harsh Ottawa winters. Properly sealed foundations also provide immediate resilience against local flooding. Over the long term, maintaining your mortar preserves the structural integrity of older brick homes for decades. Addressing drainage and foundation cracks early permanently stabilizes your home against shifting OH clay soils.
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Completing masonry work directly blocks basement moisture, a common issue caused by Ottawa's heavy clay soils and frequent freeze-thaw cycles. Sealing foundation walls and repairing mortar joints keeps your home dry and comfortable. Additionally, repointing chimney crowns stops cold air infiltration during long OH winters, which improves your heating efficiency and eliminates drafts in older brick homes.
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Repairing mortar joints and sealing chimney crowns is far more cost-effective than full replacements. Catching deterioration early prevents severe brick spalling caused by the frequent freeze-thaw cycles in Ottawa. However, replacement becomes necessary if heavy clay soils cause extreme foundation shifting or if bricks deteriorate beyond the surface. Consult a local professional to assess the structural safety of your masonry work.
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Start by inspecting and repairing your foundation walls. The heavy clay soils and deep frost lines in OH place immense pressure on foundations, making crack sealing your top priority. Next, schedule a thorough chimney assessment to fix any damaged crowns before winter. Finally, inspect exterior brick mortar joints and basement window wells to prevent water intrusion during Ottawa spring floods.
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Foundation masonry work directly impacts your exterior drainage and radon mitigation systems. Since Ottawa sits in a high radon zone, seal all foundation cracks to block gas entry. Additionally, chimney repairs affect your HVAC venting. Always hire a certified specialist to ensure gas appliances vent safely. Finally, call the OH utility notification service before digging to protect underground lines.
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The Ottawa, OH homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Door or window lintel replacement costs $400 on average, but there are ways you can save. On the other hand, complicated work will increase costs considerably.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
Need to repoint brick in your home to make your home look fresh and new? Use this guide to repointing brick cost to price out your project before starting.
Discover the wide variety of masonry materials for your next home upgrade project. Our guide covers the different types of materials to choose from and more.
When it comes to masonry versus concrete, it can be easy to confuse the two. Use this guide to learn about the differences in appearance, strength, and more.
