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Groundworks
4.8(
26
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Concrete Foundation - RepairConcrete Foundation - RaiseFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation+3 more

Serving Bear River, WY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"David and his crew Ives, Victor, and Joseph did a fantastic job stabilizing our foundation. They were focused on the job and came prepared to work. They finished the job quickly and professionally. They communicated with us throughout the entire process. Once they got into the project they were able to identify areas that didn't require the repairs and David quickly explained a new plan and then, with my permission, adjusted the plan which saved us several thousand dollars. I appreciated their honesty and integrity. Thank you Groundworks for training and hiring quality people. Dennis and Ellen Porter"
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Concrete
Concrete

+15

121 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Dueling Aces Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
4
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+14 more

Serving Bear River, WY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kasey (Dueling Aces) built our Trex Front Porch Deck and installed rain gutters, did an excellent job and were right on time. Kasey and his staff were courteous, professional and friendly. I will have Kasey back for more improvements and additions and I recommend Dueling Aces to anyone."
Back Yard
Matching Stairs
Fire Place
Bar Top
Fire Place Hearth

+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You can use a regular drill to make pilot holes for gutter brackets in the wooden fascia board around the top of your house, but it’s not the best tool for brick. Instead, you’ll need a heavy-duty power tool like a hammer drill with a carbide tip bit.

Drilling into brick doesn’t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it’s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall’s structural integrity. Applying too much force can crack or chip the brick, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength. 

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.

No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.

Most of the time, you don’t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.

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