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Avatar for J & D Masonry LLC
J & D Masonry LLC
4.6(
105
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairConcrete Foundation - Repair+8 more

Serving Fort Chiswell, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were prompt , professional and honest. After assessing the damage he said that it was not necessary to repair- I appreciated his honesty in Not trying to charge for unnecessary repairs. We do plan to hire him for other work next Spring."
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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JES Foundation Repair
4.1(
614
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+2 more

Serving Fort Chiswell, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Michael, Deron and Steven did a great job waterproofing our basement. They worked hard, paid attention to the details and got the job done. They were very polite and professional. I would have no reservations recommending them to someone needing their services. Great job guys!"
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

123 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Diprom Concrete LLC
4.8(
8
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Fort Chiswell, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Jorge, Olvin, Raphael, and cement pourers/finishers worked hard and finished the work in a timely manner as promised. Driveway finished on 11/19/2020."
New Home
Patio with steps
Beautiful Driveway in Bedford, VA
Driveway, sidewalk, and back patio in Roanoke, Va
Beautiful New Home in Bedford, VA

+33

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Fortress Foundation Solutions
3.4(
17
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceConcrete Foundation - Raise+1 more

Serving Fort Chiswell, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bobby and the Fortress Techs were very professional, considerate, and thorough. The difference we feel from the crawl space insulation from before to after is amazing. Within just a day or two that musty smell in the house that was coming from the crawl space was gone! Bobby kept us informed throughout the entire process and finished the project on time. I would highly recommend Fortress Foundations Solutions to everyone; we were extremely satisfied with the outcome and the high quality customer service we received."
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+60

Response time1 day
159 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Green Pastures Enterprises
4.5(
17
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Fort Chiswell, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am a retired code official. This individual has excellent judgement for a all around handyman. I would not hesitate to give him a call again. He solved many of my repair issues, involving ceiling fans, exterior wood handrails, and other projects. He is honest, was efficient and his charges were very reasonable. I differently recommend Green Pastures."
Response time1 day
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+4 more

Serving Fort Chiswell, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Used Grady's for doing tile and grout repair for my living/dining/Kitchen floor, which is well over 1000sq feet. Very reasonable pricing, and extremely clean job. They sealed up all the grout.."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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F. Stone Design Company LLC
4.7(
33
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+8 more

Serving Fort Chiswell, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"Fernando was on time, professional, careful, and clean. Before starting the masonry repair, he and his assistant taped heavy paper to the floor to minimize, dust, dirt and damage to any surrounding areas. Fernando worked straight through the job until it was completed in one day. The job was done well and at a price well below other bids I received. Fernando brought his son, who is fluent in English, to help answer any questions I had about the job while it was going on. After the job was complete, I checked the work and the new wall section was straight and matched up with the old existing section of the retaining wall. I spent about 1/3 of the price of my highest bid I received. His bid was comparable with my lowest bid from another contractor."
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Mortar is a mixture of sand and cement that binds materials, such as bricks, stones, and concrete blocks, together. Think of it as the glue that fills in the gaps between bricks and stones, then seals them in place to prevent damage or deterioration. Mortar also helps spread the load across a wall or structure, keeping cracks and shifting at bay.

You will repoint over a fraction of the old mortar, but you should scrape away 1/2 to 1 inch of mortar from the joints before repointing. Otherwise, the repointing is only masking the weakened mortar instead of actually replacing it, which could put your chimney at risk of bigger, more expensive damages later on.

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.

When painting brick, each application method has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Spraying is significantly faster but may not penetrate deeply beyond the surface layer. Rolling is effective for working paint into the brick's texture but can be less effective on mortar joints. If you opt for a roller, choose a thick nap of at least a half-inch to ensure paint gets into all the crevices for even coverage. Using a brush is generally not recommended as it is very time-consuming and provides poor surface penetration. Ultimately, a combination of spraying followed by back-rolling is often the best strategy for a durable and even finish.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

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