Swanson completed my backyard and front yard about 3 years ago. Even though my yards still look…read morebeautiful, I noticed a light wasn't working anymore and a tile needed to be reinstalled. I reached out to Geoff and as always, he was very responsive and offered to repair these items. Geoff and his team stand by their workmanship and products. They put a lot of emphasis on both, the quality of their work and customer satisfaction. It's becoming hard to find companies/business owners that care and take pride in their work. I will continue to recommend Swanson!

After waiting a year and a half I have decided it was time to review Swanson's Landscaping. I had…read moreSwanson's Landscaping build a pad for my swim spa and hot tub. They were recommended by my swim spa dealer, Turbo Spas in Dublin. The crew was easy to work with, professional and followed my instructions to the letter. I just want to give some feedback from what I have learned since because this will help others avoid the same mistake I made. After waiting 28 days for the concrete to cure I set my 12' swim spa and 8' hot tub on the pad. 6 months later my swim spa cracked on the bottom. I am not sure about this but I believe the spa cracked because of the control lines running underneath the spa because that is where the spa shell cracked. Lessons learned is never add control lines where a swim spa will be set. This was no fault of Swanson's, It was my fault for recommending control line locations. All is well now because my swim spa was repaired and I have the spa floating on 3" of crushed rock and a spa pad. The spa pad and rock sit on top of 6" steel reinforced concrete.

Highly recommend Ceglio Concrete!! Our house was built in 1907 and needed extensive work to correct…read moregrading issues and protect the foundation. This was a very complicated project and we got estimates from multiple contractors before choosing Ceglio Concrete. They came up with solutions that other companies couldn't figure out. Lucas and his crew really impressed us with their knowledge, ingenuity, work ethics and positive attitude. Their pricing is very fair and they go out of their way to save you money if possible. Work included: grading around house and yard, walkway around house to protect foundation, remove/replace front curb and front sidewalk, extensive driveway to detached garage, back patio, bbq area with attached fire pit/seating. There has been ZERO cracks or standing water! Impressive considering the amount of cement pored and grading issues. We wish we had more projects needing cement. The crew was a joy to work with!!

I've hired Ceglio Concrete twice and both times I've gotten a fair estimate and above and beyond…read moreservice. Lucas and his team know concrete and best of all, they show up on time, do the work, clean up and make sure everything is up to your liking before leaving. They're meticulous about the prep and the pour. Highly recommend Ceglio's for concrete.

This was one of the best contractor experiences I've had in all of my years as a homeowner…read more Ernesto was responsive, pleasant, and has an excellent eye for design. He was so incredible to work with - fair pricing, meticulous work, and fast! I can't say enough good things about working with Ernesto. I only with he was a GC and I could use him for everything else at my house. Just such a great experience with QC Concrete.

Ernesto and his team did an outstanding job of installing concrete for my backyard path. He is…read moreprofessional, very responsive and provided excellent advices (demolish existing concrete and transport to landfill; installing draining pipes and connecting to roof downspouts; setup compacted base rock and lay colored concrete). Ernesto team's is puncture and finish the job in a timely fashion. The team also tried to minimize distubance to neightbors. I am so pleased with the end result that I already start a discussion with Ernesto about our next backyard projects: to extend the backyard patio and to build a outdoor kitchen. I highly recommend Ernesto and his team!!

I recently hired FG Pavers for a major project involving a complete storm drainage system, a new…read moreretaining wall, and paver installation. Overall, I am very satisfied with the transformation of my outdoor space. From the start, Hugo was fantastic. He helped me navigate the design phase, offering creative solutions and solid ideas that I hadn't even considered. During construction, Nick was incredibly accommodating. Even though it was clear he had a very busy schedule, he made a point to visit the site daily and was always available to answer my calls, which I really appreciated. The crew themselves were hard workers and clearly skilled in their trade. That said, with a project of this scale, I found that being a highly involved homeowner was necessary. There were a couple of instances where I had to step in to point out issues that might have otherwise gone unnoticed. To their credit, FG Pavers corrected these items immediately once they were raised. I'd recommend them for their craftsmanship and their willingness to make things right.

Project: Installing Porcelain/Saltillo-style matte patio with inlays and a paver walkway…read moreSummary: I'd hire FG Pavers and Turf again at the drop of a hat, no questions asked. Bid/Quote: They came, inspected the project site and gave a complete quote including the construction detail. Tiles in an outdoor patio is uncommon, so we had a lot of questions from the grading to rebar to water proofing to sealent to grout. FG answered all the questions and accommodated our requests to align with the tile vendor recommendations. Price competitiveness: We spoke with 4 paver companies. 1 didn't want to do Porcelain tiles+ Paver, 1 didn't meet our budget, job was too small for one. Project Management: regular site visits by the site lead. Eduardo is a gem. They helped us pick the right material, picked up the tiles, did the dry layout and kept us updated on the schedule Work site: Saul and his team were punctual, spotless at the end of workday and walked through every step of the process. They made sure we reviewed the progress and that we approved the changes. We had a couple of last minute changes. Eduardo/Saul accommodated that. Saul is awesome to work with Quality of work: Wife can't stop beaming. I am going to be cashing that check for a while

We recently completed a landscaping project that included a new front lawn, a backyard fire pit and…read morefire ring, an expanded planting area, and new irrigation in both the front and back yards. Overall, we are happy with the finished project. The fire pit and planting area turned out beautifully, and the lawn looks great. There were a few dead spots in the new grass, but the team returned and repaired them. There were a couple of details that did not fully meet our expectations. We had a propane box installed to supply the fire pit, and we were disappointed with the cover, which was made from only two large standard tiles and does not look as finished as we had hoped. We were also surprised that much of the irrigation system was installed using flexible tubing rather than Schedule 40 pipe that was trenched and buried. Since much of the tubing is covered only by bark, we are concerned it could be damaged as people walk through the area. That said, Nick did a good job helping us plan the project and was very responsive whenever we had questions or concerns. Despite a few areas that could have been handled differently, we are pleased with the overall outcome.

We had a fantastic experience working with Simon Lee at Black Diamond on our backyard project over…read morethe past month, and we couldn't be happier with the level of service he provided from beginning to end. Our project was fairly extensive -- it included building retaining walls, flattening and creating more usable space in our backyard, and installing paver stones. Simon stood out to us from the very beginning, when we were still meeting with different companies and deciding who to hire. He was never pushy or overly sales-focused. Instead, he took the time to understand what we wanted, walked us through his design proposals, and offered thoughtful recommendations based on his experience. We really liked his ideas and ultimately felt comfortable trusting his expertise and recommendations for the space. That same level of attention continued throughout the entire project. Simon checked in with us every single day and always showed up with a smile and a positive attitude. Whenever he came over to discuss the project or answer questions, he never made us feel rushed. He was always willing to take his time, talk things through, and make sure we were comfortable before moving forward. He was also incredibly flexible and accommodating with our schedules, which we really appreciated. With a project of this size happening in your backyard for several weeks, having a project manager who is accessible, patient, and communicates consistently makes such a huge difference. Simon was quick to respond whenever we had questions and made the whole process feel much easier to navigate. What impressed us most was how he handled the final stretch of the project. During the final inspection, we brought up a few questions and concerns, and there was never any defensiveness or hesitation. Simon listened, took our concerns seriously, and quickly came back with solutions to make sure we were happy with the finished project. That level of accountability and follow-through really reinforced that we had made the right choice. Simon is professional, patient, approachable, responsive, and genuinely seems to care about both his clients and the quality of the finished project. From helping us envision the backyard during the design stage to making sure everything was addressed at the very end, he was there throughout the entire process. We really enjoyed working with Simon and would absolutely recommend asking for Simon Lee if you're considering a project with Black Diamond. Thank you, Simon, for taking such great care of us and helping transform our backyard!

Been working with Charles for the past five years and have to say we appreciate all that he does!…read more Has cleaned both our fireplaces and thoroughly inspects everything up on the roof. He's punctual, reliable, honest, accommodating and scheduling is always a breeze via text. He gives a friendly next visit reminder which we do appreciate. Never have to worry about any mess when he comes to visit as he's very conscientious about his work and leaves everything very clean. Charles is very professional, friendly and you can tell off the bat that he knows his trade well. He's always very helpful when it comes to questions about how our chimney works and how best to maintain it too. Would definitely recommend him to others without any hesitation! Thank you Charles!

We use our wood stove as a main source of heat and when our 3-year old LOPI wasn't burning as clean…read moreas it usually does, and the fact that two different service techs were out a few months ago for a chimney sweep and cap installation, we were surprised that it still wasn't burning cleanly. Better to be safe, we decided to have a local certified fire technician (Charlie Dunn & Sons) inspect it. Turns out that one of the "fly by night" chimney sweep guys reinstalled the deflector incorrectly! Others that read this, I beg you not to resort to these "fly by night" people that come in with low quotes, and then tell you more work is needed once they get there. Charlie, I want to thank you for your thorough inspection and educating me on the finer uses of our LOPI. I feel much safer with a "local" and trusted certified fireplace inspector that is also ethical!

We recently finished our second project with Alvaro and his team to install a backyard patio…read moreextension and a front driveway extension, and once again, we couldn't be happier with the experience. Just like our first project, Alvaro and his team were super professional and did an excellent job. I cannot emphasize enough how appreciative I am of how communicative and punctual Alvaro was throughout the whole process, which made the entire experience completely stress-free. Alvaro provided quote updates within 24 hours and quickly answered all of our questions. The team arrived on time every single day, which was especially impressive as they worked through the hottest week of the year so far. The project went incredibly smoothly. Alvaro gave us daily updates every afternoon on what they accomplished and what they were going to do the next day. They also kept the job site very tidy and left everything spotless when they were done. We are so happy to have worked with Alvaro and his team again, and they will definitely be our go-to for any future concrete projects. Highly recommend Sandoval Concrete for anyone looking for high-quality work!

Alvaro and his team did an amazing job on our concrete backyard. From the moment we spoke about the…read moreproject, we knew we were in good hands. Alvaro was honest, communicative, and clearly takes pride in his work. His crew worked hard every single day, paid attention to every detail, and treated our home with care and respect. Everything looks better than we ever imagined smooth, clean, and beautifully done. It truly transformed our backyard. We're so grateful for Alvaro's professionalism and the kindness of his whole team. We would recommend them to anyone looking for quality craftsmanship and people you can trust.

Sambrano's Masonry has completed all the stone work for my new backyard - and they did an amazing…read morejob! Not only was the quality of the craftsmanship top-notch, but the professionalism exhibited was some of the best I have ever experienced with a contractor. Back to the craftsmanship: Jaime gave me solid advice on the types of stones to select - travertine tile, ledge stone, quartz for the bbq counter, and field tile for the bbq backsplash and the fire pit. Every single piece was cut, shaped or ground as needed, with Jaime often providing direction where I needed it. The result is a stunning backyard, all thanks to Jaime's work. When the raw box for the grill provided by a reseller directly to me, proved to have incorrect cutouts, Jaime stepped in, and with no charge, helped fix the mistake. I also appreciate that Jaime told me what he could, but shouldn't, do: the shell for the fire pit and the bbq were better left for the equipment reseller. Jaime's guys just made them look amazing after installation with ledge stone, field tile and quartz countertops. All expertly done. The communication was also good - as with all good contractors, Jaime is busy, but he sets expectations well. One day, when he got started later than he wanted, but needed to get done because equipment installation was dependent on his completion, his two guys stayed until 11 PM to finish up! Just good people - Jaime and all of his family (and, yes, it is mostly family) are the nicest guys. Polite, friendly and generous with advice, often proactively so: I'd never have thought to backlight the quartz counters, but following this piece of unsolicited advice proved wise. Sambrano's guys were also COVID safe, wearing masks when close to me, and avoiding unnecessary handshakes and such. . Thank you, Sambrano's Masonry!

We worked with Sambrano's Masonry recently when we added a pool. Jamie Sambrano and his team of…read moreprofessionals did an excellent job! We had many questions and made changes over the course of the project, but Jamie was always supportive and really seemed to care about what we wanted and not just about getting the job done. We also had the added need of wanting our pool project done before leaving for vacation - Jamie and his team helped make that happen. They were always on time, worked hard and did a high quality job. Sambrano's Masonry did our pool tile, coping and concrete. I highly recommend the company for any masonry job you may have. You'll be very happy with the results that Sambrano's Masonry delivers!

Although I ultimately couldn't move forward with Daniel/Triangle Construction due to timing on my…read moreend, I have to leave a review because the experience I had just during the vetting process was outstanding. From the very first conversation, it was clear I was speaking with a true professional. Triangle Construction (Daniel Curtis) was incredibly responsive, transparent, and thorough, all qualities that are surprisingly rare in this industry. He took the time to walk me through the process, answered all my (many!) questions with patience and clarity, and provided insights that made it clear he has deep expertise and a passion for doing things the right way. His professionalism, integrity, and clear communication gave me so much confidence. If you're lucky enough to work with him, you're in excellent hands. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality work and a contractor who genuinely cares. If my timeline had been more flexible, I would have hired him in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!

It was a pleasure working back and forth with Christy to get the vision I have for our remodel…read moreproject to the point I was looking for. She was respectful and caring and was more than happy to answer all of my questions. We had someone come out to the home for a part of the estimate and he was top notch.I am so happy to have found a honest and reliable construction that we can trust. Thank you!!