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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

4.56(
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Customers say: Quality work
56 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024


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JES Foundation Repair

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JES Foundation Repair

4.44(
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Customers say: Super punctual
33 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"Sofia Gick and Tyler Dunford were very professional and communicative. They adjusted the installation on the day when they discovered we had a foundation they weren’t expecting and saved us a bunch of $$$."

Jolie S on November 2025

Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"Sofia Gick and Tyler Dunford were very professional and communicative. They adjusted the installation on the day when they discovered we had a foundation they weren’t expecting and saved us a bunch of $$$."

Jolie S on November 2025


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Fortress Foundation Solutions

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Fortress Foundation Solutions

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
66 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

At Fortress Foundation Solutions, we are here to take the industry by storm, offering elite interior basement waterproofing, mold remediation, crawl space repair, and foundation repair services to Central Virginia homeowners in Virginia. As a company, we are committed to improving the home improvement industry and creating a ripple effect that can change businesses, our community's lives and, the world for the better. Our website has an extensive collection of photo albums of our work, as well as information on the product and services we offer. We are happy to come out and take a look at your home. We offer free, no obligate estimates - and, our System Designers will give you a proposal that same day. WE BELIEVE MORE IS POSSIBLE! Give us a call today! (434) 299-9393

"Got the job done as promised."

Michael F on November 2024

At Fortress Foundation Solutions, we are here to take the industry by storm, offering elite interior basement waterproofing, mold remediation, crawl space repair, and foundation repair services to Central Virginia homeowners in Virginia. As a company, we are committed to improving the home improvement industry and creating a ripple effect that can change businesses, our community's lives and, the world for the better. Our website has an extensive collection of photo albums of our work, as well as information on the product and services we offer. We are happy to come out and take a look at your home. We offer free, no obligate estimates - and, our System Designers will give you a proposal that same day. WE BELIEVE MORE IS POSSIBLE! Give us a call today! (434) 299-9393

"Got the job done as promised."

Michael F on November 2024


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Skilled Concrete, LLC

5.00(
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Skilled Concrete, LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 local quotes requested

Skilled Concrete, LLC is locally owned and owner operated, providing all types of Concrete Pouring services in Waynesboro, VA and surrounding areas. With over 8 years of experience, I'm dedicated to providing top quality Concrete Installation services. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"Very pleased with the service and timely fashion it was done in. Would definitely recommend and use the company again."

Donald H on March 2025

Skilled Concrete, LLC is locally owned and owner operated, providing all types of Concrete Pouring services in Waynesboro, VA and surrounding areas. With over 8 years of experience, I'm dedicated to providing top quality Concrete Installation services. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"Very pleased with the service and timely fashion it was done in. Would definitely recommend and use the company again."

Donald H on March 2025


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Valle concrete contractors & more LLC

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Valle concrete contractors & more LLC

4.92(
40
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
345 local quotes requested

Valle Concrete Contractors & More LLC in Winchester, VA, specializes in comprehensive concrete solutions. From installation and repair to resurfacing, our services extend to masonry, foundations, residential and commercial projects, landscaping, drywall, painting, tree removal, snow removal, post-construction cleaning, and remodeling. Count on us for excellence in every detail. Quality Concrete Contractor,Reliable Concrete Contractor Front Royal, VA; Purcellville, VA; Strasburg, VA; Berryville, VA; Shenandoah Farms, VA Concrete Contractor,Concrete Company,Concrete Construction,Concrete Specialist,Concrete Services,Concrete Driveway,Concrete Finishing,Concrete Installation,Concrete Masonry,Concrete Paving,Drywall Installation,Drywall Repair

"Outstanding work. Prompt and reasonably priced. Recommend highly!"

Jim H on November 2025

Valle Concrete Contractors & More LLC in Winchester, VA, specializes in comprehensive concrete solutions. From installation and repair to resurfacing, our services extend to masonry, foundations, residential and commercial projects, landscaping, drywall, painting, tree removal, snow removal, post-construction cleaning, and remodeling. Count on us for excellence in every detail. Quality Concrete Contractor,Reliable Concrete Contractor Front Royal, VA; Purcellville, VA; Strasburg, VA; Berryville, VA; Shenandoah Farms, VA Concrete Contractor,Concrete Company,Concrete Construction,Concrete Specialist,Concrete Services,Concrete Driveway,Concrete Finishing,Concrete Installation,Concrete Masonry,Concrete Paving,Drywall Installation,Drywall Repair

"Outstanding work. Prompt and reasonably priced. Recommend highly!"

Jim H on November 2025



Smiths Brick Worx LLC

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Smiths Brick Worx LLC

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Brick, block, stone, fireplaces, chimneys, big or small projects. We offer quality work at a reasonable price. We are a family owned father-son business. Between the two we have over 50 years of experience not counting our team members.

Brick, block, stone, fireplaces, chimneys, big or small projects. We offer quality work at a reasonable price. We are a family owned father-son business. Between the two we have over 50 years of experience not counting our team members.



Old Dominion Chimneys

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Old Dominion Chimneys

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38 years of experience

Serving Virginia for 30 years. We are a small company with 7 quality employees who devote themselves to providing our customers with quality workmanship and exceptional customer service.

Serving Virginia for 30 years. We are a small company with 7 quality employees who devote themselves to providing our customers with quality workmanship and exceptional customer service.


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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

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

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.

Real stone is exactly what it sounds like: It’s real stone sourced from the earth without additives. It is durable and unique, but it’s difficult to work with because of its weight, challenge in sourcing, and high cost. Stone veneer mimics the look of real stone but is actually engineered with a mixture of Portland cement, natural minerals, and a colorant. While it’s more affordable and easier to work with, it’s less durable and may appear manufactured to the trained eye.

Cobblestone can be made from many different types of stones but the most common ones, by far, are granite, basalt, limestone, and sandstone.  If you are laying a brick paver patio or other such project, the medium is different. It’s rare, but cobblestone can also be made from marble, slate, jasper, and other types of rock. Technically, you can make cobblestone from almost any type of rock, but if it is weather-resistant and stands the test of time is another question entirely.

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