How much basement wall bowing is acceptable?

• <div><p>Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness, or around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick structure, before it becomes an urgent situation. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time to have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-inspect-your-basement.htm">basement inspection</a> to determine if a repair is necessary, depending on the soil conditions and structural specifics. Walls nearing 4 inches of bowing will require significant repairs. More than 6 inches of bowing usually means the wall will need replacing. </p></div>

How long does wall installation take?

• <div><p>Installation typically takes 1-2 weeks, depending on the wall’s size and site conditions.</p></div>

Should a masonry contractor be licensed?

• <div><p>Yes, you should hire a mason who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. Be sure to check our <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to review the local mason guidelines.</p><p>As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Certified” badge. Angi Certified businesses meet our standards for certification, which include:</p><ul><li><p>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</p></li><li><p>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</p></li><li><p>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</p></li><li><p>Paying to advertise their services</p></li><li><p>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do you prevent concrete cracks from forming?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-prevent-concrete-cracks.htm">concrete cracks happen</a>, so there&rsquo;s no surefire way to avoid them long-term. To slow down the cracking, apply a sealant every two to three years and use sand rather than salt to melt snow or ice. Using salt speeds up the freeze-thaw cycle, which may increase the likelihood of cracking. Additionally, keep vehicles and heavy machinery off of your concrete, as the weight can lead to more cracking.</p></div>

Q: Should a masonry contractor be licensed?

• <div><p>Yes, you should hire a mason who&rsquo;s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. Be sure to check our <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to review the local mason guidelines.</p><p>As you browse our pro listings, take note of the &ldquo;Angi Certified&rdquo; badge. Angi Certified businesses meet our standards for certification, which include:</p><ul><li><p>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</p></li><li><p>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</p></li><li><p>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</p></li><li><p>Paying to advertise their services</p></li><li><p>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Can you pour the footing and foundation together?

• <div><p>Yes, you can pour the footings for your foundation and the foundation system itself together, in which case the footing acts as the foundation. Some common examples of foundations where you might pour the footings simultaneously include floating slab foundations and monolithic slab foundations. Both lack traditional footings underneath the slab, so these foundation types are considered footings.</p></div>

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I hired them to paint my office/studio and I am beyond satisfied with the result. This was no easy job as the color and texture finish was tricky plus the finish had to be just right. I explained my vision in detail, and they nailed it, It's like they read my mind and brought it to life on my...
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Reviewed in July 2024
Usually don't leave bad reviews, but paid $15,000 to remove a tree and he broke our steps, stone wall, our fence, also town fence, and yard destroyedwith holes in ground. then says he didn't do any if it and leaves it for us to find. I understand people make mistakes and things happen just own...
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Reviewed in July 2023
My concrete patio was completed very quickly and the work was excellent! My patio looks FANTASTIC!
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Reviewed in June 2017
They installed a trench around the inside wall of garage. The trench now has many cracks and the top of the trench has a taper. This taper on the floor prevents me from using shelving against the wall without having to add front shims. I had a man door to the basement that was cemented shut....
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Reviewed in May 2017
His prices are outrageous. He would not give me what I wanted in concrete and that is a 6" driveway. I wanted a 5,000 psi and his was 4,000 psi which was not as strong. When he was giving me a quote for putting asphalt at the bottom of the driveway to connect to the road, the price was out of...
Isbir Construction & Landscape Corp
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Reviewed in May 2017
Precise concrete driveway you are left with. He did it by wheelbarrow, it was his brother, nephew and a helper that had been with the company for some time. I have been getting so many compliments. He had a flat border around the outside (decorative border) with swirl throughout the entire...
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Reviewed in January 2017
Kitchen remodel with demolition of old cabinets and floor and lighting. Installed new flooring, lighting, cabinets, and appliances. The kitchen looks really good. I am pleased with the final outcome of the kitchen. I also had a new bathtub surround removed and a new one installed with new walls...
Everett Construction
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Reviewed in January 2015
There were a couple issues with the concrete, but the contractor is working on correcting that. The quality of work on the garage is very good and I am pleased with the finished product.
Hudock Garages
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Reviewed in October 2014
In the process of repairing our house after a major water pipe leak, we found we had a seepage problem in one basement wall. Aqua Guard was recommended by our contractor. Tom came and assessed the situation , made recommendations, which we accepted, and fixed the problem. Repairs continued until...
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Reviewed in April 2013
Rain delays, had to finish another project today, will have everyone there tomorrow. Dug out the footer, had it poured and walls blocked while the basement was not dug out. Had to tear our a basement window and blocks to drive the front end loader in and out of the basement to remove the...
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