Q: Can I attach shutters to brick without drilling?

• <div><p>No, it&rsquo;s not recommended to attach shutters to brick without drilling. Brick is dense and built to last, so adhesives and shortcut methods don&rsquo;t usually cut it. Even heavy-duty glue struggles to hold up over time&mdash;especially against wind, moisture, and temperature changes. Most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-attach-shutters-to-vinyl-siding.htm">no-drill options are made for materials like vinyl</a> or wood, not solid masonry. Skipping the drill might seem easier, but it puts your shutters&mdash;and anything below them&mdash;at risk. For a secure, lasting install, drilling is the way to go. It takes more effort up front, but the result is safer and more reliable. </p></div>

Q: Can you paint stone on the exterior of a house?

• <div><p>Yes, you can paint stone on the exterior of a house. It&rsquo;s important to properly prep the stone by cleaning off dirt and debris. You&rsquo;ll want to apply at least two coats of paint to get the most even and complete coverage. Any pinholes or missed spots, however small, can allow moisture to get into the masonry and potentially cause the paint to blister and peel from the stone.</p></div>

Q: Can landscape boulders crack or break?

• <div><p>Landscape boulders, especially porous stones like sandstone or granite, can crack or break over time. Cracks occur when water seeps into the surface of the stone and freezes. The risk is highest when it rains during the day and temperatures freeze overnight since the moisture has time to penetrate deeper into the rock before expanding. </p></div>

Q: Can you remove limewash from brick?

• <div><p>Limewash can be removed from brick, but the method of removal will depend on how long the limewash has been on the brick. If the limewash has fully dried&mdash;which happens after about five days&mdash;you&rsquo;ll need to use a diluted muriatic acid mixture to remove it. If there are multiple coats of limewash, you may need to apply the acid mixture several times to fully remove it from the brick.</p></div>

Q: Is brick staining cheaper than painting?

• <div><p>Initially, brick staining is not cheaper than painting. However, while it has a higher up-front cost, it may be more cost-effective in the long run. Brick stain can last for 20 years or longer, compared to paint, which usually starts to peel away in three to five years.</p></div>

Groundworks

Groundworks

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

9 years of experience

Since 2017, Groundworks has specialized in helping homeowners with foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Texas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to help with your foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, pier & beam repair, and concrete lifting needs. With our coverage spanning across San Antonio, Houston & Dallas Fort-Worth, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. At Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"The sales professional prepared the quote while in the home. It was highest quote that I had received from five different vendors. He immediately offered 10 percent if I would sign up now. "

Charles H on December 2025

Since 2017, Groundworks has specialized in helping homeowners with foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Texas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to help with your foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, pier & beam repair, and concrete lifting needs. With our coverage spanning across San Antonio, Houston & Dallas Fort-Worth, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. At Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"The sales professional prepared the quote while in the home. It was highest quote that I had received from five different vendors. He immediately offered 10 percent if I would sign up now. "

Charles H on December 2025

Groundworks

Groundworks

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

10 years of experience

Groundworks helps homeowners with their foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service in Central, South and North Texas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.

"Francisco Mercado did a great job. Understood what I wanted, we were both on the same page as to expectations. Thanked me profusely for helping him with handling the hoses and cleanup. I got what I expected and pleased with results. "

phillip h on October 2025

Groundworks helps homeowners with their foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service in Central, South and North Texas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.

"Francisco Mercado did a great job. Understood what I wanted, we were both on the same page as to expectations. Thanked me profusely for helping him with handling the hoses and cleanup. I got what I expected and pleased with results. "

phillip h on October 2025

Aztec House Leveling & Remodeling

Aztec House Leveling & Remodeling

Customers say: Quality work

14 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Aztec House Leveling and Remodeling offers foundation repair, floor & concrete leveling, remodeling, roofing, and plumbing services to the South Texas residential and commercial properties. We are licensed, bonded, and insured and we’re able to provide an engineer certification upon request through an independent consultant. Our company provides free estimates and senior citizen discounts to all homeowners and our work has a 10 year guarantee with a lifetime transferable warranty. Our inspectors are well trained and qualified. Additional contact: Harlingen, TX (956) 412-1558 McAllen, TX (956) 631-0995 Brownsville, TX (956) 546-5657 Laredo, TX (956) 725-0556 Eagle Pass, TX (830) 752-6336 Toll Free (888) 745-9748

"Hired them to level one corner of an addition which was sinking and had broken the slab foundation resulting in a crack and non level floor in that corner. They jacked up the sunken corner and supported it with footings. I was generally satisfied with the work. However, the contract specified that they were to then come in and cut out a two foot trench (one foot each side of the ~15' crack in the slab), remove the rubble, drill in rebar to the two sides and refill the trench with concrete. After jacking up the corner, the two management level guys oohed and ahhed about how good the crack looked. They suggested that cutting the trench was not necessary. So, what I got was a guy spent a few hours grinding the two sides of the crack smooth in a few places and then pushing concrete into the crack. I was OK with that. However, that's a LOT of work they had just been relieved of and I felt a price adjustment was appropriate. That was not forthcoming. They charged me the full amount even though they did not have to do a big chunk of work they had signed a contract to do. So, despite what I felt was generally good work, I came away from the experience with a bad taste of "bait and switch". Be prepared for that if you hire them."

Stephen B on January 2023

Aztec House Leveling and Remodeling offers foundation repair, floor & concrete leveling, remodeling, roofing, and plumbing services to the South Texas residential and commercial properties. We are licensed, bonded, and insured and we’re able to provide an engineer certification upon request through an independent consultant. Our company provides free estimates and senior citizen discounts to all homeowners and our work has a 10 year guarantee with a lifetime transferable warranty. Our inspectors are well trained and qualified. Additional contact: Harlingen, TX (956) 412-1558 McAllen, TX (956) 631-0995 Brownsville, TX (956) 546-5657 Laredo, TX (956) 725-0556 Eagle Pass, TX (830) 752-6336 Toll Free (888) 745-9748

"Hired them to level one corner of an addition which was sinking and had broken the slab foundation resulting in a crack and non level floor in that corner. They jacked up the sunken corner and supported it with footings. I was generally satisfied with the work. However, the contract specified that they were to then come in and cut out a two foot trench (one foot each side of the ~15' crack in the slab), remove the rubble, drill in rebar to the two sides and refill the trench with concrete. After jacking up the corner, the two management level guys oohed and ahhed about how good the crack looked. They suggested that cutting the trench was not necessary. So, what I got was a guy spent a few hours grinding the two sides of the crack smooth in a few places and then pushing concrete into the crack. I was OK with that. However, that's a LOT of work they had just been relieved of and I felt a price adjustment was appropriate. That was not forthcoming. They charged me the full amount even though they did not have to do a big chunk of work they had signed a contract to do. So, despite what I felt was generally good work, I came away from the experience with a bad taste of "bait and switch". Be prepared for that if you hire them."

Stephen B on January 2023

Caisson Engineers

Caisson Engineers

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

13 years of experience

Caisson Engineers, located in DFW area, provides the best structural engineering services for residential, commercial and industrial projects as well as foundation design and foundation repair plans. Our highly educated engineers with over 25 years of experience can assist clients by preparing the engineering designs in a short time with the most accurate designs conforming to the codes and City requirements. We are an owner-operated firm.

"He was very professional and insightful about the foundation and the slight slope I did not notice until he pointed it out will use him again."

DENISE D on September 2023

Caisson Engineers, located in DFW area, provides the best structural engineering services for residential, commercial and industrial projects as well as foundation design and foundation repair plans. Our highly educated engineers with over 25 years of experience can assist clients by preparing the engineering designs in a short time with the most accurate designs conforming to the codes and City requirements. We are an owner-operated firm.

"He was very professional and insightful about the foundation and the slight slope I did not notice until he pointed it out will use him again."

DENISE D on September 2023

Complete Designs

Complete Designs

Customers say: Quick response

13 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Complete concrete committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Flores & Flores laid a 12' x 16' concrete patio for me. They did an excellent job and the price was very economical. They were very hard working and did not leave a mess. The patio looks great. I will definitely use their services whenever I need any kind of concrete work done."

Linda H on August 2010

Complete concrete committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Flores & Flores laid a 12' x 16' concrete patio for me. They did an excellent job and the price was very economical. They were very hard working and did not leave a mess. The patio looks great. I will definitely use their services whenever I need any kind of concrete work done."

Linda H on August 2010

CW Custom Builders

New on AngiNew on Angi

•Approved Pro

CW Custom Builders

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•Approved Pro

Free onsite estimate

Emergency services offered

CW Custom Builders is a high-quality residential and commercial construction company serving Central Texas. We handle all phases of construction—from new builds to remodeling and additions—while priding ourselves on a foundation of honesty and integrity. Call today to get your project underway 830-391-9897.

Baird Foundation Repair

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Baird Foundation Repair

4.63(

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Customers say: Quality work

57 years of experience

Baird Foundation Repair is a family-owned and operated business specializing in foundation and concrete repair. For over 50 years, Baird has served Texas by restoring value in residential and commercial properties .Baird specializes in foundation repair, crawl space repair and concrete lifting and leveling. It leads the industry in innovation, expertise, and customer service. In addition to offering more than 20 uniquely patented products, the team is one of the best trained anywhere. In fact, all of their inspectors and installation technicians have been trained and certified through Supportworks, an innovative foundation repair dealer that offers best-in-class solutions, technology, and industry research. Baird offers FREE estimates and long-lasting solutions centered around fixing and restoring value to a homeowner's most valuable asset. Financing options are available. With offices in San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi and Austin - we service most of the South-Central Texas Region. Call today to schedule an appointment - 210-534-4110!

"Fernando, his son Frankie, and Jeb Kraft (substituting for a vacationing crew member) were excellent. Their experience, work ethic, and attitude were outstanding. Every issue that arose as they repaired work another company did several years ago was solved by Fernando. He always provided several options and we selected the best one for the situation. Because Fernando hand-dug the needed holes and trenches he had no problem when he encountered the main electric line several feet from where 811 had marked it."

TJ W on June 2024

Baird Foundation Repair is a family-owned and operated business specializing in foundation and concrete repair. For over 50 years, Baird has served Texas by restoring value in residential and commercial properties .Baird specializes in foundation repair, crawl space repair and concrete lifting and leveling. It leads the industry in innovation, expertise, and customer service. In addition to offering more than 20 uniquely patented products, the team is one of the best trained anywhere. In fact, all of their inspectors and installation technicians have been trained and certified through Supportworks, an innovative foundation repair dealer that offers best-in-class solutions, technology, and industry research. Baird offers FREE estimates and long-lasting solutions centered around fixing and restoring value to a homeowner's most valuable asset. Financing options are available. With offices in San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi and Austin - we service most of the South-Central Texas Region. Call today to schedule an appointment - 210-534-4110!

"Fernando, his son Frankie, and Jeb Kraft (substituting for a vacationing crew member) were excellent. Their experience, work ethic, and attitude were outstanding. Every issue that arose as they repaired work another company did several years ago was solved by Fernando. He always provided several options and we selected the best one for the situation. Because Fernando hand-dug the needed holes and trenches he had no problem when he encountered the main electric line several feet from where 811 had marked it."

TJ W on June 2024

Ram Jack Foundation Repair – South Texas

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Ram Jack Foundation Repair – South Texas

4.64(

14

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

One of the core values of Ram Jack, a family-owned business, is quality first. To achieve the highest quality, we embarked on a research and development program to produce a repair system that would stand the test of time. From the first phone call until the final inspection on a completed job, Ram Jack’s professionals are pledged to providing the most outstanding service. When a technician comes to your home, you should expect him or her to collect a large amount of data. An expert foundation repair specialist will discuss your areas of concern and perform an evaluation both inside and outside your home to get a full picture of the underlying issues concerning your foundation failure. We will provide you with a wide range of options necessary to repair residential or commercial structures from the various problems caused by clay soils prevalent throughout the U.S. A “Commitment to Excellence” based on strict quality control procedures is incorporated into all aspects of the day-to-day operations. We have the experience to guarantee our work with a Lifetime Transferable Warranty which is backed by the strength of Ram Jack Texas and the Ram Jack Dealers Association National Limited Warranty Trust, meaning you have access to warranty repairs, if they should arise, regardless of the status of your installing Ram Jack dealer. That’s peace of mind. *Real Estate transactions may be subject to a fee.

Dorian Visionheart Dyer

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5

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Dorian Visionheart Dyer

4.80(

5

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

I am a self-taught artist, initially drawn to experiment with pastels and colored pencil, and now working with acrylic on canvas. My art speaks for itself.