This review is long overdue due to my procrastination. I used Monarch Concrete for repaving the…read moreconcrete slab in my garage in 2024. Eric was very responsive to many questions that I had in emails. His price was very reasonable. He and his dad are very knowledgeable in their trade. They are a great team. My garage is slightly sloping towards the center of the house. There is a drain near the garage door. His dad made the ditch to channel the rain water to the drain. Ever since that was made, the rain water was channeled well and there is no issue of water gushing into the garage during heavy rainstorms. Rest assured if you have Monarch Concrete do your work. It will be the best workmanship and outcome for your work.

I can't say enough good things about Eric and his dad -- they are truly the best concrete team I've…read moreever worked with. This is actually my second time hiring them. A couple of years ago they helped me with a smaller concrete project, and I was so impressed by their professionalism and craftsmanship that I knew I would reach out again when it came time to redo my entire backyard. From the very beginning, Eric stood out for his clear communication and honesty. His quote was very fair compared to other contractors I contacted, but what really made a difference was how much thought he put into the design and planning. My backyard was in pretty bad shape -- uneven ground, cracked areas, and even a section near a retaining wall that wasn't very stable. Eric carefully looked at every problem and came up with creative, affordable, and effective solutions. He never tried to upsell or rush decisions. Instead, he made sure I fully understood each option, and he adjusted the plan to fit both my budget and my vision. During the construction, Eric and his dad worked with incredible efficiency and attention to detail. Every single day, they arrived on time, worked hard, and cleaned up so thoroughly before leaving that I could barely tell it was an active construction site. That level of care and respect for a client's home is rare and deeply appreciated. The final result completely transformed my backyard -- the concrete surface is smooth, solid, and beautifully leveled. They even paid attention to the small finishing touches that many contractors might overlook. The project was completed right on schedule, exactly as promised. Eric and his father are honest, reliable, and take great pride in their work. You can tell they truly care about doing the job right, not just getting it done. I wouldn't hesitate for a second to hire them again or recommend them to anyone who needs high-quality concrete work. They're the kind of people you feel lucky to find -- hardworking, trustworthy, and genuinely good at what they do.

I don't want to leave negative reviews because I understand everyone is working hard to make a…read moreliving, but this was the first time I had to stop a contractor after 1.5 days because I was stressed and concerned about the way the work was progressing. I wanted my backyard demoed to install draining and concrete to make it low maintenance and fix draining issues during heavy rains. I felt the materials purchased didn't look right and were also different from what other contractor bids mentioned the material they would use. I even consulted AI and other forums online to make sure my intuition wasn't off. Either way, I don't think these materials purchased were the issue because if I am working with a good contractor, they would be able to either adjust to my request in a respectful manner or explain their approach rather than gaslighting me. First, Tran purchased triple wall HDPE pipes for a very long run for the draining (20+ feet). I assumed we'd be using PVC pipes and that was also the recommendation from most as PVC is more durable and less prone to bellying during the installation process. If issues arise, it's also a better material to snake through rather than triple wall HDPE as it is smoother and more durable. When I asked if the triple wall HDPE pipe could be returned and to use PCV instead, Tran responded as if I were crazy and mentioned the PVC pipe is not for outdoor use. I was taken aback and wasn't sure how to respond to this, I've only seen copper or plastic piping used for my indoor plumbing and there was PVC piping used outside we can see right in front of us as we were talking. Second, it's best not to use 90 degree elbow for my situation, and it's better to use 45 degree elbow to avoid clogging. If you've gone through elementary school, then clearly you can tell the elbow purchased is 90 degrees. I asked Tran if he could use 45, and he responded "These are all 45, you can take this to home depot and check." The elbow clearly looked 90 degrees, so I had to go out to home depot myself, take a picture of the clear difference between the 90 degree elbow he had purchased vs the obvious 45 degree elbow at the store, then he responded, "Ok, let me get the new elbow." This is the second instance of gaslighting that made me feel confused and concerned to trust this contractor to continue work. Third, because the draining was going to be installed underneath concrete, this means it will be challenging to unclog or check for issues if something went wrong in the future. I asked about this and wanted to communicate my desire to install some sort of drain cleanout, but I was cut off and Tran simply stated "I've done this so many times" and never answered my question properly. I felt taken advantage of and disrespected with the gaslighting while working with this contractor. I am spending a lot of money and this is a huge job that needs to be done correctly, as trying to fix plumbing underneath concrete isn't the same as fixing plumbing underneath an indoor sink. The fact that an elbow could not even be purchased properly was the last straw and I did not feel comfortable moving forward. I give 2 stars for showing up each day and working hard to demo the backyard as there was a lot of weeded grass and plants that needed to be removed.

Best Landscaping Award! Mr. Tran was recommended to me by…read moreYelp. Yelp stood by his work and I see why. He does exceptional work at very reasonable prices. He's professional and on time. He ensures you understand the entire process and cleans up when done. So, I would highly recommend his business for small or big jobs.

I had a great experience with them again! Our driver Juan showed up on time and was very friendly…read more I would use them again and highly recommend them to anyone. Great price too! Much better than trying to buy over 100 bags of concrete at home depot and mixing it yourself.

My contractor used them for a pour recently and the truck arrived on time and everyone was clean…read moreand professional.

My wife and I purchased a home in Hayward recently and one of the biggest selling features was the…read morebig backyard. Unfortunately for us, the house had a small concrete patio with most of the backyard covered in cheap mulch. We knew from the day we bought the house that we wanted to remove some of the mulch and add concrete in the backyard. We found Jose's Concrete through Yelp and were impressed with his high rating and pictures of past jobs. We reached out to Jose and he personally came out to hear what we had in mind. Jose was very professional and provided us with a very reasonable quote. He was able to start the work within a couple of weeks which was fantastic news since we were eager to get it done. Jose was personally onsite every day that work was being performed and was super punctual. He listened to all our concerns and ideas and made all the necessary adjustments as the work was completed. My only suggestion for anyone having concrete work performed (by any contractor) is to consider how it impacts your irrigation system. Our landscaper recommended a larger opening around the irrigation system and Jose was able to accommodate and also install a PVC runner under the concrete to ensure our irrigation needs were met. My wife and I are so happy we chose Jose to complete the concrete work in our backyard. This company is an no brainer 5 out of 5 stars!

Jose has done work for my family in the past, so I went with him when I needed some concrete work…read moredone on my house. He does the work he promises to do (and much more) and was responsive to any changes we wanted after the initial contract was signed.

Hired VJ Concrete to replace gravel patch with concrete patio. Crew did good job overall but wished…read moreall the concrete cured properly. As you can see in photo, one square looks blotchy which is unfortunate for new concrete. I've reached out to Jose but he hasn't answered about fixes.

Very good job on my concrete patio. Not as familiar with tiling but still did a great job on my…read moresteps. I got ceramic paving tile samples that were too thick, Jose also didn't spot it, and I paid him extra for the extra work cutting it to size. I wanted to do a raised pergola (I chose Paragon Outdoor for its height) on concrete pedestals of differing heights extending from the patio to match pergola ceiling height with sliding door height (9 feet?). Required precision, laser level, making pergola before pouring concrete. Turn out nice. High pergola feels more spacious and higher end. Most pics 6 months after with only 2 pics of hairline concrete drying cracks.

Alfredo and the crew at Leyva Concrete were exceptional from start to finish. From our first…read moreconversation, Alfredo was incredibly personable and easy to talk to, he listened closely to my vision and provided valuable options to help me achieve the best result. Over all I felt the project was a great value. Once the project began, the crew's professionalism was evident. They maintained a clean job site, tidying up thoroughly at the end of every workday, and it was clear they took genuine pride in the quality of their craftsmanship. I am already looking forward to partnering with Alfredo and his team on my next backyard project later this summer.

The foundation of my ancient garage needed a lot of work…read more It was tempting to think I could do it myself but the area was just too large and I knew it really needed the professional touch. After reading all the positive reviews, I called Leyva Concrete and spoke with Alfredo. He came out, looked at the space and we talked through the process. I made adjustments to the original scope of work, and Alfredo was super-accommodating. His team finished the excavation work that I started, then prepped for the concrete pour. These guys know exactly what they're doing, taking care with the surface finishing and all the cleanup. True craftsmen. I'm so glad I went with the professionals. They're prompt, the communication is great and quality of work is exceptional. Alfredo and this Team at Leyva Concrete are truly amazing!

We hired this contractor to install a front yard gate and pavers, and the results turned out great…read more The gate is sturdy and gives our home a clean, modern look, while the paver work is neatly done and professionally finished. Communication was responsive throughout the project, especially when adjustments came up. The job was completed on schedule. Overall, we're very happy with the quality of work!

It was really quick and very nice quality of service! Our backyard was nothing more than dirt and…read moreconcrete before, and this company made very clean modern backyard. Thank you! I really like all details that you add! So convenient!

As the leader of our homeowners group, I hired AA to do concrete repairs, asphalt resurfacing and…read morecurb painting for our private road. Steve Barrett, the estimator and main contact for the job, was very knowledgeable and the bid was the most reasonable (the lowest of three). The foreman for each of the three projects, Carlos and Jose, were very customer focused, friendly and well versed. AA placed road closure signs and descriptions days before each of the jobs commenced (all scheduled on different days) and the speed of communication between Steve and I about each of the upcoming projects was excellent. All three jobs were completed to our communities satisfaction. The road looks great!

They did a terrible job for Montecito community. The road was not dry 48 hours later and we have…read moretire marks everywhhere. All surface cracks still visible, they may as well have just painted it. Waste of HOA funds.

This is a long overdue review. Tony and his crew did amazing work on our backyard project. We…read moreinitially only wanted to do only pavers on one side of our backyard and leave the rest unfinished. I'm glad we listened to Tony and did the whole thing! He also left an area for me for my gardening and our chickens! :) Tony and his crew were very fast! It took only 8 days for our backyard transformation! He updated us every day to make sure everything was going as planned. It's been a year and we are still loving our backyard!

Tony and his crew did a great job transforming our backyard into exactly what we had envisioned and…read morethen some. Tony gives suggestions and design decisions based off his experience and gives clients insight into potential problems later down the line. This was something other companies did not do and was one of the reasons why we picked him. His team is a one stop shop that can do everything. We had them layout pavers, add drainage and irrigation, and install sprinklers and sod. As far as cost goes, his asking price is mid range, but what sold us was his attention to detail and his excellent communication and responsiveness. He always responds to text or phone and is always reachable. He completed the project right around the estimated time and we couldn't be happier. I think what makes Tony stand out among the rest is that he is present in all phases of the project; from the estimate, the point of sale, the job site project manager, and doing the actual labor. Not having to delegate these roles to others gives Tony keen insight into all facets of the job and allows him to have less overhead which equals a lower cost to the client. I would highly recommend others to have Tony and his team tackle your next home project.

Cato Paving is redoing the street corners in my Fremont neighborhood for wheelchairs. While still…read moreunder construction, they left a huge hole between the street curb and sidewalk that a person or animal (i.e., dog on leash) could have easily stumbled into and critically injured themselves. I pointed it out to the crew the day after I saw it and they fixed it by the time I got home. The work they are doing looks good but the negligence is very concerning.

Showed up on time. Finished the work as scheduled. Good quality work. I would use them again.read more