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Groundworks
4.4(
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+2 more

Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"House foundation was cracked and needed serious repair. Thomas, Greg,Sergio and Darius worked hard to insure it got fixed right. Very satisfied with their work and Mount VALLEY Foundation."
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation

+13

Response time1 day
104 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Encapsulate, LLC
5.0(
29
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Having dealt with many contractors over the years, Jarrell is incredibly professional in all aspects of his work. He shows up on time with his workers, stays late working the project, and delivers on his commitments. Highly recommend!"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Apex Home Innovations, LLC
4.8(
25
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Miller, with Apex, is SUPER easy to work with and will do you good! They did an awesome job with removing and adding new insulation. They ended up going above and beyond and even doing a little extra work for me!"
Response time5 days
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Best Breathing, LLC
4.6(
209
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have been helping families, and Homeowners since 1999, making their families, and home investments safe, and healthy. We specialize in mold control, mold inspections, crawlspace encapsulation, air testing, and sampling, sump pumps, foundation drains, water removal, air duct cleaning, as well as many other services. Here at Best Breathing you don't pay until it's . All our techs and inspectors are certified through S.E.M.I. Mold Institute. All work is backed by warranties, and first class workmanship is guaranteed. We offer referrals on demand. We also offer great yearly maintenance programs. We offer free crawl space inspection with digital photos. We offer a 10% discount on all crawlspace work to all HomeAdvisor members. With over 15 years experience let the rest speak for its self. When it comes to your family, and home investment you owe it to yourself to choose the best possible company to protect your family, and home investment.

Best Breathing, LLC
Water in the crawl space
Water in the crawl space
Water in the crawl space
Water in the crawl space

+28

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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carolina Energy Conservation, LLC
4.2(
118
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great people to work with!! Job done well and super professional!"
Kitchen Solatube Before
Kitchen Solatube After
Leaky Can Light
Sealed Can Light
Master Bedroom (Before Solatube Install)

+22

Response time1 day
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Ram Jack of South Carolina, Inc.
4.2(
18
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Concrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I’m happy with my project for the job was performed by professionals. I do recommend that all jobs be looked at from both sides of the house, under and outside."
Leaning Chimney
Preperation
Cracked Slab
Cracks Around Window
Cracks In Brick

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.
4.5(
41
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1925

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I gave him a tip because they were quick and fixed additional problems."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

  • Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings

  • Freestanding stone or brick walls

  • Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces

  • Cement block basement or crawl space walls

Yes, brick can breathe through limewash. Limewash is a breathable coating made from natural lime and water, allowing moisture to pass through while providing a protective layer. Unlike synthetic paints or sealants, which can trap moisture within the brick and lead to issues like mold, limewash allows the brick to maintain its natural breathability. This characteristic makes limewash an ideal choice for historic structures where preserving the integrity of the brick is essential.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

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.

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

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