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Lux Foundation Solution
4.5(
35
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jan. 20, 2021 We recently needed to have a major foundation issue looked at and evaluated prior to purchasing a house in Stephens City. Tony, from Lux, showed up before the appointed time, was very professional, was thorough in evaluating the foundation issue, took pics of the area in question, was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to about the issue, and he provided a very detailed report with photos. His evaluation was clear and gave us confidence enough to purchase the property. We would highly recommend this company! T.C. Stephens City"
Finished project with liquid coated walls
VDOT Salt Dome
Finished Dome
Waterproof membrane
Additional Photos

+36

Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lux Construction, LLC
4.6(
42
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We needed a reliable contractor to fix problems with our foundation. Lux Foundation Solutions was recommended to us based on previous work by the West Virginian realtor we worked with for our house. First, Matt came out, performed an assessment and explained everything well. He was friendly and answered all my questions about the work being performed. That set the tone for a great experience! After the estimate was received I made an appointment. The day of the appointment Adamâ s team arrived exactly on time: I live somewhat remote and that his team was on time really speaks for the company and itâ s work culture and ethics! Adam and his team worked in the crawl space, which was difficult for me to get into. Adam kept me informed throughout the process and even took pictures after the job was done to show me the results. The quality of the work speaks for itself! Iâ m very happy to have hired Lux Foundation Solutions and they are my first company to call if another job needs to get done! I highly recommend the company for your crawl space work!"
Basement Waterproofing
Foundation Repair
Crawlspace Repair
New Construction
Masonry Wall

+2

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Aalcon Company
4.1(
94
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Had a foundation crack in the basement which caused rainwater to seep inside. Several companies came out and and looked at the job. I selected Aalcon because the solution they proposed addressed the outside AND inside of the house. Their cost was very reasonable, communication was excellent, and the crew did exactly what they were hired to do. It's been several months since they did the repair and we've had plenty of rain - not a drip of water inside the basement!"
 Welcome
 Finished Sidewalk
 Zen - Designer Patio
Sidewalk Oasis
 Patio

+76

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JES Foundation Repair
4.2(
1,022
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JES Foundation Repair came out and looked at the basement, outside at the wall, and at the neighbors attaching wall and were really honest and said their services were really for much larger jobs than ours and even gave some recommendations for things we could do and pointed us to the likely source and didn't charge us anything for coming out. I would highly recommend."
Protect Your Basement
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

264 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Fortress Foundation Solutions
3.4(
17
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the salesperson to the on site workers, this company has been wonderful!! The work was done exactly as described. The foreman kept us informed during the on site work and answered all of our questions. Will definitely recommend them!!"
After
Before
After
Before
After

+60

Response time1 day
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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HomeGuard Foam & Foundation
4.7(
22
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Committed to creating energy-efficient, durable homes. We take pride in doing things the right way, specializing in spray foam insulation, crawl space solutions, insulation, foundation repair, and waterproofing. Our expert team protects homes from water damage, foundation issues, and energy loss, ensuring lasting comfort and structural integrity for homeowners. Call HomeGuard Foam & Foundation today!

Attic - Open Cell Spray Foam
Closed Cell Spray Foam
Open Cell on Exterior Walls
Open Cell Spray Foam
Open Cell Spray Foam

+76

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Copper Fox Foundation Repair Northern Virginia
5.0(
1
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a very involved plaster repair and remediation job, in a very old house. Grady is the only person (or company) who was willing to take on the job and drive all the way from Pennsylvania to our home in Northern Virginia. There are very few people who do this kind of work anymore (we really searched) and he is an expert in his field. We needed to work around his schedule, because he is in demand in the tri-state area, so it took awhile to schedule the work to begin... but it was worth it."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michael & Son Services, Inc.
3.3(
234
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Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The technicians were very polite and knowledgeable. We needed to replace some outdated light fixtures in our basement with brighter and more efficient lights, and they installed much better fixtures. They did great work!"
Electrical Services
Electrical Services
Present Information to Customers
Arriving at Home
Fully Stocked Trucks

+11

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Acculevel, Inc. - Virginia
New to Angi

Serving Gore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Iowa, Pennyslvania, Virginia & Wisconsin with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.\n

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

Removing paint from brick can have both aesthetic and practical value. Some people prefer the timeless look of bare brick, making it worthwhile to remove old paint layers. Brick also lasts longer when unpainted, as paint traps moisture, causing the brick to deteriorate more quickly. If your brick walls are already in bad shape, stripping the paint off might do more harm than good.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

Clean regularly, check for cracks, and inspect the chimney annually for safety.

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