Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Would highly recommend this company to others! Very skilled and hard working with great results. Cleaned up after each day and showed up when promised. Thankful for the whole team start to finish."
Mike D on June 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Would highly recommend this company to others! Very skilled and hard working with great results. Cleaned up after each day and showed up when promised. Thankful for the whole team start to finish."
Mike D on June 2025
Blue Mountain Contracting is owned and operated by Matthew Fitzgerald. He is 31 years old and has been married for 9 years. Matthew met his wife shortly after serving 3 years in the U.S.Army. Matthew is now a Virginia Licensed Home Improvement Contractor and is insured. Although Blue Mountain Contracting is a new business, Matthew has over 8 years of experience in the industry. Blue Mountain Contracting is dedicated to building great customer relationships by performing high quality work while being competitively priced. If you have a dream, Blue Mountain Contracting can make it reality.
Blue Mountain Contracting is owned and operated by Matthew Fitzgerald. He is 31 years old and has been married for 9 years. Matthew met his wife shortly after serving 3 years in the U.S.Army. Matthew is now a Virginia Licensed Home Improvement Contractor and is insured. Although Blue Mountain Contracting is a new business, Matthew has over 8 years of experience in the industry. Blue Mountain Contracting is dedicated to building great customer relationships by performing high quality work while being competitively priced. If you have a dream, Blue Mountain Contracting can make it reality.
Silver Fox Builders, LLC is located in Covington Virginia. We provide quality work in roofing, siding, gutters, decks, and many other home needs. We provide a free quote and stand behind our work. Staff with over 20 years of experience and dedicated to making your dreams comes true in the most simple and realistic way.
Silver Fox Builders, LLC is located in Covington Virginia. We provide quality work in roofing, siding, gutters, decks, and many other home needs. We provide a free quote and stand behind our work. Staff with over 20 years of experience and dedicated to making your dreams comes true in the most simple and realistic way.
Hello, Thank you for visiting with Mark's Home Repair currently serving the Lexington, VA area and the Virginia counties of Rockbridge and Augusta. I have worked in the Northern Virginia and Maryland suburbs in new home construction and home renovation for 30 years as a Supervisor/Warranty Specialist and Construction Punch-out Mechanic. My company is a provider of quality home repair at a very reasonable cost. All work performed to current codes and inspections. We can take care of your home repair needs in a very timely and cost efficient manner.
"Mark responded to my phone request promptly. He was very conscientious and paid attention to details. He also offered helpful solutions to maintain the integrity of the porch I needed repaired."
Terri P on May 2021
Hello, Thank you for visiting with Mark's Home Repair currently serving the Lexington, VA area and the Virginia counties of Rockbridge and Augusta. I have worked in the Northern Virginia and Maryland suburbs in new home construction and home renovation for 30 years as a Supervisor/Warranty Specialist and Construction Punch-out Mechanic. My company is a provider of quality home repair at a very reasonable cost. All work performed to current codes and inspections. We can take care of your home repair needs in a very timely and cost efficient manner.
"Mark responded to my phone request promptly. He was very conscientious and paid attention to details. He also offered helpful solutions to maintain the integrity of the porch I needed repaired."
Terri P on May 2021
2 employees, free estimates, I do not offer financing... customers buy materials and pay me for my labor. billing comes when the job is complete.....
2 employees, free estimates, I do not offer financing... customers buy materials and pay me for my labor. billing comes when the job is complete.....
4 employees. No Subs. Charges determined by the job. No travel charges.
4 employees. No Subs. Charges determined by the job. No travel charges.
Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job or hourly. May contact through email.
Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job or hourly. May contact through email.
Serving Rockbridge & adjacent counties - managed & privately owned properties
Serving Rockbridge & adjacent counties - managed & privately owned properties
Family-owned company with 20 years in home improvement business. 80% of our business is repeat or referral business. We accept major credit cards(fees may apply) and e-check. We provide on-line billing.
Family-owned company with 20 years in home improvement business. 80% of our business is repeat or referral business. We accept major credit cards(fees may apply) and e-check. We provide on-line billing.
For more than 60 years, ’58 Foundations has provided the highest-quality basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, radon mitigation, mold removal and foundation repair solutions for homes and commercial properties. We lead with a promise of Trusted Five-Star Service, which means the customer experience is at the center of everything we do. Since 1958, we have been steadfast in keeping this promise and in upholding the values on which '58 Foundations was built: trust, teamwork, integrity, respect and communication. This comes across in all that we do: from the initial call to job completion, our customers are met with a knowledgeable, caring, and professional staff prepared to offer a five-star experience that is unmatched in the home repair industry.
"Freddy was very professional and knowledgeable and explained that the water issues were not the result of foundation issues and explained what he could do if i wanted a dry basement. He did not try to sell me something that i did not need."
Elizabeth D on June 2018
For more than 60 years, ’58 Foundations has provided the highest-quality basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, radon mitigation, mold removal and foundation repair solutions for homes and commercial properties. We lead with a promise of Trusted Five-Star Service, which means the customer experience is at the center of everything we do. Since 1958, we have been steadfast in keeping this promise and in upholding the values on which '58 Foundations was built: trust, teamwork, integrity, respect and communication. This comes across in all that we do: from the initial call to job completion, our customers are met with a knowledgeable, caring, and professional staff prepared to offer a five-star experience that is unmatched in the home repair industry.
"Freddy was very professional and knowledgeable and explained that the water issues were not the result of foundation issues and explained what he could do if i wanted a dry basement. He did not try to sell me something that i did not need."
Elizabeth D on June 2018
Professional installation in an average-sized room (approximately 150 square feet) typically requires one to two full workdays. Larger spaces or projects involving texture removal may extend to three or four days. Additional time may be needed for painting or staining if not included in the initial installation. Weather conditions can affect drying times for adhesives and finishes, potentially extending the overall project timeline.
Beadboard features narrow vertical planks with rounded ridges ("beads") running between grooves, creating a traditional, detailed appearance. Shiplap consists of wider horizontal boards with overlapping edges that create distinctive shadow lines between panels. Beadboard offers a more formal, classic aesthetic often associated with cottage or Victorian styles, while shiplap provides a more contemporary or rustic look popular in farmhouse and coastal designs.
Beadboard can work well in humid environments when appropriate materials are selected. Vinyl or PVC beadboard offers superior moisture resistance for bathrooms, laundry rooms, and other high-humidity spaces. Traditional wood beadboard requires thorough sealing with moisture-resistant paint or clear finishes to prevent warping or mold growth. MDF beadboard generally performs poorly in damp locations and should be avoided in these applications.
Beadboard can be installed directly over popcorn ceilings provided the existing texture is firmly attached and the ceiling structure is sound. However, testing for asbestos is essential for popcorn ceilings installed before the 1980s. Professional texture removal costs $1.30 to $2.50 per square foot, while asbestos remediation runs significantly higher at $3 to $7 per square foot. Direct installation over popcorn texture may affect the final appearance and requires careful planning for fixture integration.
Regular maintenance involves gentle dusting with a soft brush attachment on your vacuum or a microfiber duster to prevent dirt accumulation in grooves. For deeper cleaning, lightly dampen a soft cloth with a mild cleaning solution appropriate for your beadboard material. Avoid excessive moisture, particularly with wood or MDF installations. Painted beadboard may require occasional touch-ups or repainting every 5-7 years, while stained wood might need resealing periodically to maintain its protective finish.