"Edwin was very knowledgeable and gave us a fair quote. We'd have liked to gotten on his repair schedule sooner than 4 weeks before he had an opening, but completely understand now why it took so long; Mount Valley is a great company to work with! The repair work significantly improved the stability of the foundation, and the very scary settling sounds (from the stress-relief in the attic's rafters) have ceased. The cosmetics of the masonry are visibly also improved, however the foreman did not advise additional lifting of the foundation, (necessary to completely close remaining gaps in the masonry) for concern that damage in other areas could occur. This opinion was reasonable, although the masonry cracks did not completely close. There are still visible mortar gaps; before dismissing the crew, my husband advised the crew not to address mortar because they brought grey mortar, not sand-color needed. I've since asked Mount Valley what they can do for us, and am awaiting their response."
One of the most premier concrete repair foundation companies in South Carolina, is Ram Jack of South Carolina, Inc. We specialize in all of your home or businesses concrete foundation repairs and foundation raising. If your home seems to be having issues with cracked walls or floors in your foundation, our professionals are highly skilled and experienced in helping our customers get their home fixed the right way. \n
Cantey Foundation Specialists is a foundation repair company providing residential foundation repair services for bowing foundation walls, foundation settlement, tilting chimneys, sticking doors and windows, and tilting or leaning walls. We offer quality products, proven services, and professional experience to permanently repair any foundation problem.\n\nCantey Foundation Specialists also offers professional gutter installation services to ensure the best protection for your home and roof against excess water damage - The Gutter Shutter System. These gutters are built with premium-grade aluminum and designed to never clog from debris to make them stronger and sleeker than other gutters. Gutter Shutter is proven to never sag, bend, clog, or pull away from your home, meaning you no longer need to climb a ladder and clean out the gutters again.
Hill Plumbing & Air has been proudly serving the Sumter and Florence communities since 1925 with expert plumbing services and now Heating and Air Conditioning services as well. Our goal is to continue the proud tradition and build successful longstanding relationships with our customers through providing quality service, offering competitive pricing and going above and beyond with attention to detail in everything we do. We take pride in our services and educating our customers as well!\n
Hi,\n\n My name is Hart Davidson and I am the owner of One Call. At One Call we do it all. I specialize in landscaping, painting, and pressure washing. Best price guaranteed. I have around 15 years of experience in this field.
With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
Hello my name is Landen Hollis, and I have 2+ years of a combination of Commercial and Residential work. I have built homes from the ground up, including concrete work, framing, insulating, final work, ETC. I’m here looking to find additional work and grow my network.
We have been in the business for over 20 years doing Pinestraw and bush trimming. \n\nWe are hard working, and always take pride in our work. \n\nWe mow grass, do Pinestraw, mulch rock or whatever your preferred method is and try to be competitive on prices as well.
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.
The premise for painting a brick building is fairly simple: Prime the bricks to seal the surface and apply the top coat to protect your brick home. However, it’s easy to miss a few important steps if you’re starting from a raw brick surface and don’t know the basics of how to paint brick. So be sure to reach out to a local professional painter if you have any reservations about correctly painting your brick house.
Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.
The cost to install or replace brick or stone siding generally ranges from $10 to $50 per square foot. The final price depends on several factors, including the specific material type, local labor rates, and any necessary preparation work, such as removing old siding. For example, different types of stone have varying costs per square foot: natural stone ($4.50–$35), stone veneer ($11–$13), faux stone ($6–$9), and cultured or manufactured stone ($5–$8).
It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.
The Saint Charles, SC homeowners’ guide to masonry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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.
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.
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.
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.