Review of C & O Masonry Contractor (Manu) - Driveway Replacement, August 2025…read moreAfter receiving several proposals for replacing my badly cracked asphalt driveway, I selected C & O Masonry Contractor. Their quote was competitive--not the highest, not the lowest--but what really set them apart was their professionalism. I had been warned by several of my local advisors that many concrete contractors in the area are known for demanding large sums upfront, only to delay work or disappear entirely. Thankfully, C & O proved to be the complete opposite. Initial Impressions:The owner, Manu, first contacted me via text and promptly scheduled a site visit for 2 PM the following day. True to his word, he arrived a few minutes early, presented his business card, and reviewed the project scope, which included removing the existing asphalt and installing a new 4-inch-thick concrete driveway with a border around my carport. One of my first impressions was the respectful and collaborative relationship between Manu and his son, who accompanied him. It was clear this was a man teaching his son the value of honest work--a detail that really resonated with me. Work Process & Execution:On August 20, Manu and his son arrived at 8 AM to begin work. (Unbeknownst to me, the excavator had already arrived the previous evening.) Over the course of three days, the crew removed the old asphalt, hauled it away in a dumpster, formed the new layout, and laid wire mesh. I later requested a minor upgrade to fiberglass rebar, which Manu handled with professionalism and ease--listening carefully and making the change without issue. On August 26, a full crew of at least 12 workers arrived along with a pump truck and two loads of concrete. In less than four hours, they poured over 22 yards of concrete, completing the job efficiently and with great attention to detail. While work was underway, three men dressed in casual business attire appeared and introduced themselves as union representatives or inspectors. They stood on my lawn and observed the project for about an hour, which only further reassured me that everything was being done to standard. Results:The finished product--driveway and walkway--is clean, precise, and has a beautifully sealed "wet look." I contracted Manu to seal the concrete right after the pour, and I'm very happy with that decision. My neighbors have since commented on how great it looks and how professional the crew was throughout the process. Final Thoughts:If you're wondering whether I would recommend C & O Masonry Contractor, the answer is a firm yes. In fact, more than just a recommendation, they will be my first call for any future concrete work. -- Louis from Kaneohe, August 2025

This is our 2nd time using Manu and we would definitely use his services again. Very easy to talk…read moreto and understand. He gave us a very fair price both times.

This family owned company is AWESOME! If you want concrete work done right then look no further. E…read moreMasonry is the only one to call. My wife called for an estimate and they came out the same day. Quoted us a price and told us how long it would take. They showed up and went right to work. Clearing out the old garden and preparing the area for new concrete. In one day the old garden was gone. The next morning they came and cleaned up all the debris, trash and dirt. They didn't leave anything behind. They stayed true to price, and time of work. Professional, friendly and great workmanship. Thank you E Masonry! You will be hearing from us again.

100% recommend E Masonry. I called Esau and he came by the following day to give us a estimate. Our…read moreold driveway had roots and stumps that destroyed the driveway and water would flood into our lanai area. They cleared out all the rubbish from the driveway, tore out old stumps and tree roots then got to setting the driveway. All work started and completed within one week. The price was excellent and cannot say how happy we are that E masonry did the job. These boys get it done.

This family was wonderful to work with! We had a backyard reno that seemed daunting to start and…read moreRachel was our first point of contact for quotes. She was great with communicating and was a big reason we ended up going with Menora over other contractors. The project included excavation, building a CMU wall, extending a driveway, and building a patio. I really appreciate your efforts and dedication to finishing my family yard. Suli's team were able to complete this large project all before we had family visit during the holidays. It's truly a blessing to know and work with this small family business, especially Maka and his team, they did such an amazing job! You can tell he takes pride in his work. I look forward to working with him in the near future and can't wait to show his talents to friends and family. Thank you so much!

Time: How long does it take to find and interview a…read moredependable masonry contractor? After a two-week search, I selected Menora Masonry from four bids for my December 2024 retaining wall and drainage project. Suli, the owner, ran the mini excavator and ensured efficient teamwork during excavator operations Sione was pure strength. He did a lot of the excavating and put up new posts and gates. A lot was accomplished because he had a good work ethic and was trustworthy in every way. Younger Sione, Suli's nephew, executed precise bricklaying while others managed cement mixing. He rebuilt the failing wall sections and also a leaning column with great precision. Task on December 11, 2024: To replace the weak sections of my retaining wall that held the terraced front area of my property. Then run 80 feet of perforated PVC pipe underground along it to relieve the pressure of excess water into an adjoining swale easement. In addition, water in my back garden area, weathered by mauka wind and rain, would pool and seep beneath the slab of my house. Menora jackhammered part of the old walkway and created slope for the water to empty into the same swale easement and away from the foundation. They also built a raised cement barrier along the house. Communication: An area of improvement could have been reviewing our understanding of the planned work in intervals. While communication could improve with mid-project checkpoints (especially during garden water mitigation), post-work cleanup with Suli's son, Suli Jr., revealed excellent attention to detail. The January 2025 storm validated their work - both wall stability and drainage performed flawlessly under heavy wind and rain. I had complete peace of mind for my neighbors below that the wall would hold and not cause damage; and that the garden-side rain would not pool towards the house. I truly appreciate the hard work and effort on the part of Menora Masonry and highly recommend them!

I was able to book on short notice. Kaulana is fast, professional, and prompt. Thank you for saving…read morethe day!

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Been on Yelp for years and never wrote a review but feel compelled to do so for the first time for…read moreTropical Walls who I hired to install stamped concrete on my lanai. This family run company was friendly, honest, courteous and fair. The end result was exactly what I wanted too! Would totally recommend them. Stamped concrete looks much like stone for a fraction of the price!

I was scheduled for an estimate and no one showed up. So, I called and I was told that they forgot…read moreabout my appointment. I rescheduled for the next day. No call no show. I called and left messages, no one returned my call.

Great quality work. Deducted a Star because they only took payment by check or cash and that wasn't…read morecommunicated in advance.

Fantastic job! Found them here using Yelp projects. 6 responses 4 of which made visits to make…read moreestimates. Samaritan wasn't the cheapest but by far the most comprehensive. They wanted our repair to be done without shortcuts. The job to replace a cracked concrete slab was completed in a single afternoon. The contractors were polite, efficient and tidy. Highly recommend.

This guy said he was coming to look at my property then asked if he could reschedule a week later…read more He rescheduled again for the following week and never showed up. No call, no nothing. Then he puts a post on Next Door Neighbor about his services. Dependability and courtesy are big in my book. Fail on both

From the owner: Aloha just starting out local owned company we do mason work and carpenter work and landscape work…read morefeel free to call free estimate and price range can be met let me know aloha

After getting quotes from 4 companies, I decided to go with All Phase Masonry because I thought I…read morewas going to get great work and good customer service. I contacted Sione for a quote and he was quick to do an on site inspection. After getting the HOA approval, I scheduled the work. The communication upfront was good in the beginning but that started to fade a little along the way. I had to reach out to get any information on the work schedule. But I like to know what's going on to schedule my day out and when the leave the side gate unlocked. Sione was able to schedule Randy to spray for underground termites prior to the pour. The work was completed in 3 days. There were some finishing touch issues with the completed work but Sione sent a couple guys out to fix the issue.

I did not use their service. I just wanted any estimate for now. The person that called me back was…read morerespectful and got back to me fairly quickly. Their phone quote was in the dollar range of the few other quotes I got, maybe a little cheaper. Mahalo

I received proposals from four companies to repair a moss rock wall. I appreciated that HI Grade…read moreMasonry had its contractor license number on its proposal. None of the others did. HI Grade also forwarded to me its Certificate of Insurance without me asking for it. I was concerned that its contractor license was more recent than the others but this is a multi-generational family of masons. Suli and his crew were personable and professional throughout. They did not inflate the time required or the cost. I am happy with the job done.

Suli and his crew were excellent. They're licensed and bonded, gave a clear scope of work and…read moreproject details upfront, and offered the best price. They manufactured and installed the fence gate in just three days, while others quoted one to three months. I couldn't get all the configuration options I wanted, like a keypad lock, but the build and installation quality were solid. Very happy with the outcome.