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Groundworks
4.3(
151
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+2 more

Serving Carmichaels, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would strongly recommend Kris Weaver and Baker's Waterproofing. Kris is extremely knowledgable about basement waterproofing, there's that. But he also did an excellent job of aligning scope and our budget. Baker's Waterproofing was highly recommended to us from friend and Kris exceeded all our expectations. He appears to be a top notch human being and we hired Baker's immediately. We are looking forward to getting started on the work and resolving our basement waterproofing issues."
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Concrete
Concrete

+15

935 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Hritsko Landscaping
5.0(
11
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Carmichaels, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ben and his crew did an amazing job on our landscaping. Ben is a hard worker who never quits! They have done our landscaping for many years (mulching, planting, trimming, mowing, pavers, etc..) I would highly recommend him to anyone! Great guy to work for and work with!!"
Response time7 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Bracken Waterproofing
4.0(
101
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install+1 more

Serving Carmichaels, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Braken to solve a water issue in our basement and patio. Dan did a great job explaining what we needed, giving us an estimate. John and his crew were very professional, efficient, and completed the project for the price and time quoted. Very pleased with the results."
Crawl space
Crawl space
Crawl space
Crawl space
Crawl space

+27

Response time1 day
171 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
3.6(
759
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Carmichaels, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired them to inspect and a brick house and suggest repairs. Decided to stucco coat one wall and tuck point various needed spots on the house. Brian, Jake, and Kyle spent nearly two weeks doing the job. They were professional knowledgeable and kept customer service at the forefront of the process. The price was very reasonable and the quality of service was good. Would recommend"
Shamrock chimney
Chimney repointing
Chimney cap
Shamrock chimney
Chimney repointing

+58

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Universal Windows Direct of Pittsburgh
4.6(
29
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace

Serving Carmichaels, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Universal Windows Direct was founded in April of 2002 by William Barr and Michael Strmac. It was their mission to create a home improvement company that offers high quality home improvement goods at the best possible value. What began as two guys in a 350 square foot office quickly grew to become one of the nation's leading remodeling companies. Today, Universal Windows Direct represents thousands of customers and has a rapidly growing network of locations nationwide, all of which are actively involved in the communities they serve.

Universal Windows Direct
Universal Windows Direct
Universal Windows Direct
Universal Windows Direct
Universal Windows Direct

+13

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Trench Pros Inc
5.0(
2
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Carmichaels, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner and his team were amazing. They transformed my landscape following my budget and gave me the highest quality you can get. They were super communicative and explained everything in detail. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall

+3

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

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.

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.

Chimney mortar typically lasts 20 to 30 years, depending on its quality, local weather conditions, and maintenance. Over time, exposure to moisture, freezing, and thawing cycles can cause mortar to deteriorate, leading to cracks and gaps. Regular inspections and timely repairs, such as repointing or tuckpointing, can extend the lifespan of chimney mortar by ensuring the structure's integrity.

You can use a regular drill to make pilot holes for gutter brackets in the wooden fascia board around the top of your house, but it’s not the best tool for brick. Instead, you’ll need a heavy-duty power tool like a hammer drill with a carbide tip bit.

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