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Designer Concrete
5.0(
49
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Designer concrete was outstanding in the work they did for our home. They completed the job in a timely manner as discussed and provided outstanding customer service. Will be recommending them to our friends and the community!"
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete Driveways Project

+358

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Sta-Built Construction LLC
4.6(
50
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sta-Built Construction can do it all! We wanted to make our back yard more livable with a solid foundation for a hot tub and gazebo. We were hoping to make better use of wasted space below our dining room window where nothing but weeds grew well. Brian was the estimator who sketched out a design that not only created a lovely outdoor space, but also incorporated the existing foundation wall into a new retaining wall. The plan also included a paver patio, seat wall, fire pit, and lights. The crew was friendly, polite and hardworking, even in the midst of a record breaking heat wave. They demolished the old concrete patio, built a landing from the existing steps, and moved sprinkler lines. They paid attention to details, taking frequent measurements to ensure accuracy of the construction. Ben was the project manager, checking often on the crewâ s progress and occasionally offering a helping hand where needed. He was very approachable and quick to respond to our questions. Sta-Built is a professionally run company with creative minds and skilled workers. We were kept apprised of the scheduling date through the Sta-Built App, which we found helpful for tracking the project stages and making payments. The bid for the amount of the work done was competitive with other companies. We trusted Sta-Built to do the job right, and they came through with flying colors. We love our new outdoor space and wouldnâ t hesitate to hire them again for a future project."
Backyard Patio 1
Backyard Patio 2
Backyard Patio 3
Backyard Remodel 1
Backyard Remodel 2

+60

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
342 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JG's Landscaping & Construction, LLC
4.7(
37
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We bought a new home in a senior development that had a tiny backyard full of rocks and dirt. Jose did a great job designing a completely care-free back yard. He installed faux grass and pavers. The work was excellent and Jose was meticulous. We are so happy with the result. Not inexpensive, but well worth it."
Firepit Installation
Pathway Improvements
A wall is not just a wall
Garden extension to beach access
River Rock Design.

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eli's Paver Patios
4.8(
10
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Eli's Paver Patios is your go-to for high-quality paver patios and outdoor spaces. As a Belgard® Master Craftsman and ICPI-certified company, we provide high-quality paver installations with a 25-year workmanship guarantee. Plus, our partnership with Belgard® means lifetime product protection.\n\nWith 100+ years of combined experience, our team ensures top-quality patios, driveways, and outdoor spaces at competitive prices.

Water Features
Pavers & Artificial Turf
Driveways
Putting Green
Patios

+1

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TerraFirma
4.0(
99
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had huge foundation problems at a project of mine on the waterfront. We used terrafirma to both waterproof the entire basement AND lift the foundation. 10/10 would recommend. extremely communicative, very knowledgeable, and even brought a crew in from Oregon to help us stay on schedule. Oscar and jorge got the job done extremely quickly and Seth was fantastic as my project manager."
A System Design Specialist helping a homeowner
Encapsulating a crawl space
Fleet of vehicles in our Portland, Oregon locatio
Loading up our truck for a piering job
Loading up a truck for a waterproofing job

+33

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
102 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Martin Landscaping
4.6(
37
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Martin was quick to response to my inquiry, within 24 hours of submitting my inquiry, my service was complete! We had moss removed from our roof. I appreciated that he also had the floor washed outside where the dirt and moss fell. Would recommend!"
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping

+6

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

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.

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

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.

Choosing the right paint color for your brick house can be a daunting task. A great strategy is to find painted brick houses that you like and try to replicate the look by researching their colors or asking the homeowners for the specific paint color code.

If you're looking for specific ideas, several colors work well on brick. Different shades of white, such as off-white or cream-white, can create a modern, timeless, and classic look that is unlikely to go out of style. For a more contemporary aesthetic, you might consider a matte black tone. Other popular choices include gray, blue, and sage green.

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