Service was done and over in a day with repairs to bricks and concrete foundation with power wash…read moreafter to include walkway and quote for handrail

so far nice project finished, and mason was able to work around schedule and completed front porch…read morebrick/concrete repairs at the lowest quote hope to see it last since only other option was to demolish porch and start from scratch at over 6000

Baltazar came and gave me my initial quote and answered any of my questions. When I was scheduled,…read moreI was scheduled out about 3 weeks and within those 3 weeks my basement flooded again. When I called them they moved me up to an emergency appointment to fix my issue. They came on a Sunday when it was raining and dug up and installed water pipes to drain rainwater away from my basement. It was a massive undertaking and I'm glad that I got a quote from Virginia Drainage and Erosion. I would definitely recommend them to at least come and give you a quote. The pricing is reasonable for my project.

After doing research on a number of companies to rebuild a retaining wall between our two…read moretownhomes, we selected this group because of the great reviews. We were not disappointed. They were exceptionally professional, including cleaning up the worksite each evening and putting things out of the way so we could use our space while they were gone. They even raked the lawn and swept each time they were completed.

I'm leaving this review to share a balanced but honest account of my experience. While the end…read moreresult of the project was acceptable, the process was far more complicated and frustrating than it needed to be. The sales interaction set the tone with high‑pressure tactics, including statements like "this price is only available today." We moved forward anyway because we knew we wanted the work done. When I later asked to adjust the scope, the salesperson resisted for nearly ten minutes before agreeing to send a revised contract. The first crew delivered solid work on the drain line and concrete, but the vapor barrier installation was sloppy--uneven trimming, gaps, and inconsistent application. They also removed a board supporting the incoming water line without explanation, leaving it hanging from a wire and damaging the clamp. Their initial attempt to "fix" it involved taping the board to a pipe, which was not a proper or safe solution. The sump pump outlet was also installed in a way that caused the discharge pipe to partially block it, putting pressure on the plug. Communication was another major issue. I was never given a dedicated point of contact. I had to reach out to the salesperson again just to report problems. He forwarded my concerns to the office, and I was eventually contacted by Christal. She was professional and genuinely helpful, but her phone number repeatedly showed as disconnected, and only some text messages went through. I had to call the main line each time and ask to be routed to her. A week later, two crews returned and corrected the vapor barrier, repaired the board, and moved the outlet so it was no longer obstructed. The final work met expectations, but the overall experience involved unnecessary sales pressure, communication challenges, and multiple days off work for corrections and inspections.

My experience with JES Repair was frustrating and ultimately disappointing…read more The project itself was completed on schedule, but the quality and planning of the work left a lot to be desired. The beam repairs appear to have been completed in the easiest way possible, with little consideration for the work that would need to happen afterward. The crew cut the subfloor approximately three inches away from the walls and left it unsupported. As a result, my flooring contractor had to tear out two sections of flooring and replace the entire subfloor in those areas because the necessary repairs were never addressed during the original project. Even more frustrating, JES only opened a limited section of the floor instead of exposing the entire affected area. Once the flooring contractor had everything opened up, additional damaged wood was discovered that now requires even more repairs. Since JES was already working in that area, it is difficult to understand how these issues weren't identified or why the floor wasn't opened far enough to properly inspect the entire section. Addressing everything while the area was already exposed would have saved significant time, cost, and disruption. The inspection process was another major disappointment. The county inspection failed and was rescheduled without anyone from JES informing me ahead of time. I was then told that no one from JES would attend the reinspection and that it was between me and the county. As a homeowner, I'm not a contractor and shouldn't be expected to answer technical questions or represent the company's work to the building inspector. I hired JES expecting professional workmanship, thorough planning, and support through the entire process. Instead, I've been left coordinating additional repairs, paying for work that could have been avoided, and handling inspection issues that should have been managed by the contractor. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend JES Repair. UPDATE (07/08/2026): I connected with the resolution team and are working through the issues in a positive and constructive manner.

I hired Pat Cadle based on his five-star rating reviews, and it turns out that those reviews were…read moreentirely accurate! Pat is a very knowledgeable and experienced professional, and he obviously trains and employs only the best crew. Bottom line: If their work can satisfy me (a fussy, former building/design professional), it can satisfy just about anyone. That said, I feel very safe in strongly recommending Pat's Masonry.

Pat was easy to work with, showing up when he said he would and stuck to the schedule. On top of…read moregreat customer service his work was great. He poured a concrete pad off our back room. As an added bonus his quote was the best we received after receiving multiple from area contractors. Definitely recommend him for future work. Other things that really stuck out with me were a handwritten thank you card for allowing him to provide us with a quote and a thank you letter after the work was done. You don't see that these days and that was great to see.

In May 2026, Joe Condo rebuilt a chimney on our 116-year old house in Culpeper, VA, dismantling it…read moredown six feet to where it came out of the roof. The chimney was on the way to collapsing, with failing bricks and mortar. Joe found newly made old-style bricks that matched the historic bricks in the other chimney, dismantled the bad chimney to the roof line, and rebuilt it using the new bricks perfectly matching the ornate profile of its original construction. It greatly enhanced the look of our house. His attention to detail is amazing, and his technical mastery of his craft is total. Joe is very busy and scheduling our job took a while but it was absolutely worth it. Cannot recommend him highly enough.

From the owner: Pyramid Masonry & Chimney Lining Company specialties are chimney lining and relining,chimney…read morere-pointing,chimney repairs and restoration,new chimneys and fireplaces,insurance claim repairs,new steps,patios,sidewalks, foundations,brick,block and stone work.The company's owner with forty years of experience is on every job.We will not send you a so called technician with one or two years of experience.

California Concrete just completed a new driveway for us, and we are thrilled with the results. I…read moreworked with Bryan (the owner) and he was always timely, professional, communicative, and reasonably priced. His crew did a great job and always cleaned up afterwards. I highly recommend California Concrete and would be happy to be a future referral for this great, high-quality company!

The owner, Bryan, is a true landscape designer. His crew is composed of skilled artisans who…read moreactively teach their craft to the younger crew members. The result was a beautiful transformation of both the front and back yards of my townhouse. After our consultation, Bryan provided beautiful renderings showing the vision for the finished project. I chose flagstone for the backyard, which was the more expensive option, but in my opinion, it was well worth it because of how beautiful it turned out. Bryan and his crew were professional, knowledgeable, and took pride in their work. I'm extremely happy with the finished project and would highly recommend California Concrete.