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Hamland Construction Company
4.9(
8
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair+2 more

Serving Amherst, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"they are thoughtful they where very prompt on starting had to delay pouring cement due to rain but poured as soon as weather cleared was a great job they did"
Basketball Court
Basketball Court Prep
Brick ledges with Stone Top
Steps with 10 Inch Curb
Steps with Design in Handrail

+25

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Acculevel, Inc. - Wisconsin
3.9(
231
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair

Serving Amherst, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had an attached screened-in porch that was sinking.Acculevel came in and detailed every aspect of the repair project and then followed thru to the most minuet detail. Excellent work and very detail oriented. Friendly and cooperative service team that completed the work. This seemed like what was going to be a complicated job, using augered jacks, concrete removal, and replacing trex floor. ...In a nutshell, they made what seemed hard..very manageableand 100% solved.Excellent service, excellant price......Terry M."
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+26

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Central Wisconsin Excavating
5.0(
12
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Amherst, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Central Wisconsin Excavating (CWE) did a fantastic job on our project. They built a solid, well-prepared foundation for our 80,000-bushel grain bin and graded our driveways perfectly to ensure water drains away from our buildings. Their attention to detail, quality of work, and professionalism really stood out. The site was left clean and properly finished, and everything was done right the first time. We’re extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend CWE to anyone needing excavation or site work done right."
Pond project
Pond project
Rock Solid Foundations LLC
5.0(
4
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairConcrete Foundation - Raise+1 more

Serving Amherst, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are 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

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Everdry Waterproofing
4.5(
23
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+1 more

Serving Amherst, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Everdry. They installed a waterproofing system a few years ago that worked great. Recently, due to an extremely wet spring, water appeared in a different section of the basement. They came out and did that section at no cost to me. Exceptional customer service, Cody was great, and a company that stands behind their promise."
Encapsulation
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almost finished
Finished Sump and drain tile install
Review Letter

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

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.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

Some older brick material is extremely hard, making it tough to create a hole. Rather than using a typical wood drill bit, always use a masonry drill bit when drilling into brick. For extremely hard brick, using a power drill with a hammer function may give you better results. The drill bit will heat up as it goes into the extremely hard brick, so you may need to stop after a few minutes and allow the bit to cool before starting to drill again.

When it comes to how to paint a brick chimney, consider that standard paint can seal in moisture and cause serious chimney problems. Instead, use a vapor-permeable sealant. You’ll first scrub and sand the chimney; then, you can patch any gaps with caulk and apply the sealant. We recommend hiring a pro for this job since it entails working on the roof, which comes with a lot of necessary safety precautions.

You may not need a hammer drill if you’re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often.

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