We purchased our home 15 years ago. A few years later we hired a landscape company to rehabilitate a yard where nothing grew (we are on clay). It looked good for about one year and then reverted back to what was there before! They had just done cosmetic work, not rehab! Four years ago, my brother had Master Pavers do landscaping and pavers on his property. I have watched it "grow" and it is as good as it was the day they finished the job. July 2026 I contacted M.P. and scheduled an estimate. We agreed on what needed to be done - which was a huge project involving replacing drainage system, irrigation system, tearing out 2 gates, walkways, patio, front porch, and stairs, removing dead plants and lawn and more! Work started a little over a week later and took 8 weeks to complete. Our front and back yard is transformed! We cannot believe how beautiful it looks. Lucy's design was perfect for our space and needs. We also want to give a shout out to the men who did the work! They are incredible and worked under difficult conditions (days that were over 100') in the sun. The very last thing they did was "clean up" and that was impressive as well, because the "tear out" was very messy! When they left, everything looked perfect. It was not "cheap" - but the thoroughness, the design, the quality of the work was excellent! And it will still be excellent 15+ years from now!!! read more

13k and a nightmare to work with. The concrete patio was the worst work I have seen. I was ready to ask for a full refund but John stepped in and offered to redo the patio for free which is why I added a star- took weeks but it did get done. In the end, the project took 6 weeks. For a simple patio, a small dog run and a rock weed barrier. Lucy tried to sneak fees in and without my approval, had her workers rip out 2 of my bushes. After complaining, they replanted them days later but the plants did not survive. They also damaged my drip system (they did fix it after I brought to their attention) also, the workers left trash in the yard. John was kind and understanding but I will continue to tell my neighbors to stay away from them. read more

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Master Pavers did an amazing job on our yards. Very knowledgeable and professional, definitely recommend using them. read more

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Had front yard landscaped approximately 1200 square feet. New sprinkler system and new sod installed. Lucy and John were fantastic owners. Very knowledgeable and polite. A Joy to talk to. The job was done when I requested and done on time. The crew was very good at what they did. I would recommend this company with no hesitation. 5 stars. Doug read more

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The backyard was a huge investment, so I took a lot of time gathering quotes and researching before making a decision. Lucy fell in the middle-range of the average quotes, but I have no regrets spending a little more for the quality and experience. Lucy is honest, helpful, and responsive. Her team is well-prepared, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented. Shortly after her initial visit, she provided detailed sketches of what we discussed. I attached a few of the pictures, but she also sent videos. The final project turned out even better than what these pictures captured. I read through these reviews as well as those from several other companies. As someone who doesn't have a lot of money, I can tell you that doing it right the first time will save you more than cutting corners and having to redo or fix the original. Even before writing this review, I took months to make sure the drainage was ok. And, I will update if any issues are unresolved (which I doubt because Lucy still responds to all my inquiries). If you are on the fence, rest assured that you are in good hands if you choose to go with them. read more

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If i could rate them a million stars , I would . This is the second time in a year that Master Pavers's has left me stunned with their creativity, professionalism and craftsmanship . Last year, Lucy designed my backyard and, not to be overdramatic or anything, but it has changed my life . I love spending time out there to relax , I garden now , mow and am learning to take care of my plants . So it was not even a second thought in going with this local company for my front yard makeover . I told Lucy to just design it for me and it came out even better than I could have ever expected . She and her hubby run their business ethically and their crew (Jose, Nelson, and Bernard were so respectful of my property and so skilled at what they do. If you want great craftmanship without cutting corners and a beautiful landscape design , then I 100% recommend Lucy and John with Master Paver's ! read more

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We had some issues that a previous company botched and almost flooded our home. We then contacted Master Pavers & Landscaping who gave us instant peace of mind with their knowledge, expertise, and professionalism. They were able to fix our irrigation system, our root-clogged French drain, and even identified downspout issues that we were unaware of. They fixed the entirety of the issue! Thank you John and Lucy for saving our home! read more

Hiring any contractor is risky. You do your due diligence and hope you hire someone that actually does the work as advertised. By hiring Master Pavers and Landscaping, we believe we found the landscaping team that can easily be called The Best of the Best. The husband and wife team, John and Lucy, are fun to work with, but they are also honest and are perfectionists and will not settle for anything less than, well, perfection. One of their goals is never to have to come back to fix a mistake. We needed a new lawn and newly updated irrigation in the front yard, yet we wanted something different. After design consultation with Lucy, we settled on a new and unique paver patio with electricity for a fountain and an additional new tree in an "island." We are thrilled with the end product and have received so many compliments, even from strangers. We felt complete confidence in their work throughout the entire job - from Lucy's design of the patio to John measuring the exact amount of water coming from each sprinkler. And as the job progressed, my wife and I remarked several times how fortunate we were to find such a fantastic local small business that produces such a high level of quality--Highly Recommended. Don and Victoria read more

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In early March 2023, I decided to renovate my small patio. I requested the services of Master Pavers for an estimate. The assignment was less than any extravagant detail. I appealed to Master Pavers for the following revisions. The estimate Lucy provided is as follows: $1500.00 decorative rocks $850.00 clean up pavers, weeds, and add polymeric sand $650.00 artificial turf (my dog) $750.00 minor gate repair Total estimate: $3,750.00 Lucy arrived with an associate, who, while both in my presence, conversed in Spanish. Any attempts for price negotiations were immediately disregarded. I was abruptly dismissed. Master Pavers was not adding plants or furniture. My boyfriend and I exceeded the estimate Master Pavers quoted, way beyond my expectations. The total amount we spent was, $2500. * Weed, and weed prevention * Artificial turf * Decroative rocks $185 * Artificial plants (10) * Paver pads @ plant base * Large trees in 30" pots * Solar lights * Several garden ornaments * Table and chair set * Umbrella, and base * Propane fire pit * Propane tanks * Fence repair $30. In conclusion, don't be scammed. Take pride in your own endeavors. You will further appreciate your accomplishments. Sincerely, Not, to have been a customer read more

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Been my go to for several years ! They are the best and always go above and beyond for our projects and all our businesses

Lucy, her husband John, and their work crew are the best in the business, bar none! Lucy arrived the day after I called Master Pavers to come and scope out a job for me after the first company I called never returned my calls. She was very professional, took measurements, and walked me through options that would make our yard more drought friendly. I had a limited budget, so I planned only to do my front yard. But since she was there, I decided to have her come and quote my back yard as well. Mainly looking for a cleanup to remove bushes, install weed barrier, and replace years' worth of old mulch. As promised, she provided me a quote the very next Monday, which was good enough that I had it within my budget to do both the front and back yards. Within 2 weeks they were able to start the work. The first work day came, and not only were the crew there bright and early, so were Lucy and John. They made sure that everything we discussed was properly explained to the crew and work was ready to start. About halfway through the job, I decided to ask if they might be able to fix my fence as well as it really wasn't installed properly and needed support. Lucy quoted me on the spot, which was more reasonable than any other quote I had received. We agreed, and the work was completed the next day. All in all the crew worked every day for 5 straight days. They did an amazing job, were extremely polite, and cleaned everything up after each day. Lucy and I were in constant communication via phone calls and text messages, so I knew exactly what was happening at all times. When you look for contracting work, all you can do is look at reviews and hope the people you are dealing with are honest. And that is what you get with Master Pavers. I can honestly say Lucy, John, and the crew at Master Pavers take a lot of pride in their work, and it shows. We will definitely be calling them again when we decide to do our phase 2. Thank you again Lucy and the Master Pavers Team. You are awesome! read more

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I loved working with Lucy. I felt like she got what I wanted. I was going for a much smaller project when I contacted her, but then I thought might as well decrease the amount of weeds, and went bigger. Her brother did a majority of the work and he was great too. Her husband was a super sweet guy. Both were friendly and easily approachable. Lucy was great with texting and phone calls, something I find rare in many contractors. She gave me a breakdown of the costs, so I was able to see what I was paying for. I hear from so many folks where I live that did not get a detailed breakdown of the costs. I really liked that. I feel sorry for the people who buy this house and don't want the planter. It was built so well, it will take forever to destroy it and remove it. One bad thing is I can't decided what to put in it, but good thing I'm not in a hurry. These guys work hard!!! This was a small job I was going to do myself, but after seeing what they did, I'm so glad I had professionals that knew what they were doing. They were able to work with my HOA rules so the job took 4 days because of the decreased hours they are allowed to work. Because of the shutdown, not many of my friends have been able to see it in person, but as you can see, my dog Lucy loves it too. read more

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Lucy was the one and only Professional Landscaper that contacted me directly. She is vibrant and a whirlwind of colors and does what she says she will do. All my neighbors have the same front yard landscaping put in by Lennar. I wanted something clean, low maintenance and NO weeds. I got what I asked for. Need a professional, contact Lucy. She is the Best of the Best!! Her crew was fabulous as well, they work together as a team. They felt like family always smiling while they did their job. read more

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Master pavers did a masterful landscaping of our previously bleak new construction yard. Very open to our ideas and aware of the requirements in our HOA. Could not be happier with the quality and timeliness of their work for us. Worth every penny to have the job done so well. Good people! read more

We hired Lucy and John's company to landscape our backyard and are very happy with the results. Lucy came over very promptly after we called her and followed up very quickly with their estimate and a computer generated drawing. She really understood what we had in mind, and was able to improve on our ideas. She was very involved throughout the job and we had an excellent crew doing all the work. Lucy was never negative or impatient when we changed our mind on anything. She supervised all the work and was available anytime we called her with a concern or a request. We highly recommend Master Pavers. Thanks Lucy and John for a great experience! read more

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Hate to leave a bad review but I don't want others wasting their time like we did when contacting Master Pavers for a quote. Lucy initially seemed nice, she expressed interest over the phone. However, that all changed when she came to our home. Like other reviewers mentioned, her attitude quickly changed once she learned we're getting other quotes. Didn't bother giving any type of estimate during her visit. I called her shortly after for follow up and to let her know our budget. She again, sounded as if she had zero interest and said "it would be tough to work with that budget." I never heard from her again. This was several weeks ago. She can't say she doesn't have my phone number either since she called me a few minutes before arrival. If the budget is tough to work with then suggest ways where we can save (BTW - I'm having the project done as we speak by a reputable landscaper that did just that). I guess with all the new building going on a $20k project isn't worth their time. read more

Lucy is extremely responsive and listens to your vision. She even produced 3d models of the project when she gave us her quote. The business is one of the few landscapers who do both pavers and concrete. Their pricing is at market, but she provides a lot of value in design, responsiveness, and knowledge. read more

Loved my experience with Master Pavers! I truly appreciated Lucy's direct approach and honesty in telling me what would and wouldn't work in my space. She was able to squeeze me in between bigger jobs and I'm really happy with the result! Her crew did a great job with the pavers & fire pit and the new flowers & bushes are perfect for the space, adding much needed color while surviving full all day sun. I would definitely work with Master Pavers again! read more

Like Nydia's review our yard was a total mess. I wanted to hire a company who could do all the work we needed. Clean out, drainage, sprinkler system, pavers and landscaping. We compared Master Pavers to about four or five other companies. We liked them the best and hired them. We did some remodeling a few years ago and the yard was turned into left over storage. John and Lu's crew cleared the whole place out. Then put in new drainage which had to go out to the front yard. They put in a drip timer system which works great. Then they put in the pavers (front yard, driveway and back yard). After that Lu helped us pick out plants. Their crew prepared the soil, covered the ground with plastic and planted the plants. Lu and John were great at follow up and keeping us informed. They showed up when they said they would and even worked over one weekend to finish up. I recommend them They are able to do it all which saves you from scheduling different crews. Thanks so much John and Lu. read more

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MP responded to my quote request within a day and made an appointment to come look at the project. Lucy came out to the project site even though it was raining. She was very professional, detailed, knowledgeable and offered very helpful information regarding the project. While MP provided a competitive quote I ended up selecting a different contractor. I would consider MP in the future for other projects I might have. read more

Both Lucy and John were great to work with, and we love our new yard! Lucy helped us create a custom design and submit the plans to our homeowners association. We started with an empty dirt back yard and brought in beautiful pavers, a lawn, four raised planters, a variety of trees and shrubs which will all thrive in this area, as well as automated irrigation and drainage. John's attention to detail was fantastic. He added extra base under the pavers for our jacuzzi, and we were able to run the electrical directly under the tub. He's extremely knowledgeable, and made a number of recommendations which I'm very happy about -- including custom drainage for the hot tub, specific types of sprinklers, running water to individual plants in the raised beds. He also suggested future proofing for outdoor electrical lights (which wasn't part of the project), but means we won't have to tear up the yard when the time comes. Even though he had a team, he personally reviewed everything regularly to make sure the quality was high. We're very impressed with the workmanship and overall results, and highly recommend Master Pavers! David and Susan read more

Lucy and Master Pavers and Landscaping did a fantastic job transforming our front yard into a beautiful drought tolerant yard. From the very responsiveness to meeting and providing the quote, to getting the job done exactly on time, Master Pavers and Landscaping is the one team that excels at customer service. We highly recommend Lucy and her team to anyone looking for a solid and reliable contractor. Rich B. read more

Our yard was a total mess. We had no less than 4 landscapers come out for quotes and we knew instantly after sitting down with Lucelia (aka, Lu) that we were in good hands. She and John followed up regularly as our job was delayed due to a misunderstanding regarding the date of service for a fence company installation of our fence. In the initial review our yard looked like a simple enough job but after beginning work, John, Junior found the mess that lie beneath our poorly designed and installed sprinkler system by the original installers. When Just arrived to assist with beautification portion we were immediately enamored with our yard. At the end of it all we are very happy with Master Pavers and their endless efforts to "please the client." They even had to trim gate as the fence guys didn't take grass or any other thing on the bare lawn into consideration. read more

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In all of our years of owning residential and rental properties, Master Pavers and Landscaping are the most professional contractors we have had the pleasure to work with. Lucelia, João and their team were hired to install pavers, a lighted sitting wall and a rock garden to our home. On a scale of 1-5, they are a 10! Their estimate was the best we received, and the workmanship was outstanding. The excellence began with the estimate and continued throughout the entire project. Attention and precision was given to every detail on each step of the process. Together they used their extensive knowledge and experience to determine what needed to be done, as well as what was the best way to create the perfect retreat. They did an equally lovely job on a smaller patio area, as well. They worked together as a team to be timely in completing our projects. Master Pavers and Landscapers created a beautiful courtyard area for us to enjoy for many years to come. They went beyond our hopes in turning our vision into a magical reality. Thank you again João and Lucelia, it was such a pleasure working with you and your team! read more

Had a great experience with Lucy and team doing phase 1 of our backyard out in a new development in Lincoln. Absolutely stress-free, and we trusted her completely will use them again in the future for the next phase I highly recommend them! Our project took a little over a week, and it was pretty extensive. We are very happy with the results! Thank you, Lucy. read more

I needed a COMPLETE overhaul and huge re-landscaping effort in my first home's large front yard. Front yards make such a huge impression about a property overall, and mine was a *serious* eye-sore. I knew I was going to be spending upwards of 15-20k and I wanted to make sure I really looked at my options. I chose Jon and Lu's bid after a few meetings (they were so patient with me and willing to explain!). I told to them that I wanted something clean, not complicated, quality, VERY low maintenance, and that it would last at least 10ish years. Nothing is worse than spending thousands of dollars and not really getting what you want and need out of it - during each phase of the project and upon completion, I was blown away at the quality and craft. I had paver's stone installed to create a patio, walkway, and widen the driveway. I also had landscaping done with rock, bark, and some plants to add dimension. I think the first week, I went outside 3 times a day just to stare at it in awe! :) The best thing about this team is their ability to JUST communicate effectively and within reasonable timelines. They really knocked it out of the park for me and although all projects of this nature take some time, it was WELL worth it. read more

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We were just moving in to our new home, and wanted to get quality landscaping done in a timely manner for our toddler and dogs. Lucy was very thorough in providing an estimate that met our needs and was very helpful in showing us multiple proposals for different budget thresholds. She also--and this was a big plus for us--didn't pressure us in to any deals or commitments. She let us commit when we were ready and satisfied with the plan. John and his team did a great job at the house, being very attentive to detail and transparent with the project plan. The quality of the finished product was great too -- the pavers look amazing, and we're incredibly happy with the result (in fact, we're already working on the second phase of our backyard plan). John and Lucy were great to work with--they were friendly, approachable, and helpful not just in the planning and construction stages, but afterwards as well (Lucy came by after the project was complete and walked me through some maintenance steps to keep everything looking great). read more

Based on the positive reviews on here, I was really interested in having Masters and Pavers do some work for me around a sprinkler system (either repair or new configuration). Unfortunately, while their website says it's a free consultation - this doesn't apply to repair work which is a $185 dollar fee just to check (applied to any work done; but unable to help me understand how much that work might actually cost). It would be great if this was spelled out clearer for people who are interested in having work done as the webpage indicates in several spots that consultations are free. read more

I cannot say enough about this company. From start to finish I felt taken care of! Lucy knew what I needed and brought it about! The team was professional, organized, and efficient. The quality of the work is stellar. I am actually proud of the front of my house! I cannot recommend them highly enough. If you are wanting any work done on the outside of your home, Master Pavers and Landscaping is the company to call! read more

Worked with John and Lucy to complete the landscaping for both our front and backyard. They are easy to work with and thoughtful. I will definitely consider them for future projects and for friends who need a referral. Couldn't be happier with how everything turned out ! read more

Update - Nov 25th 2018 - We had rains for last 3 days straight and the drainage of the water is extremely efficient and fast. It's definitely cleared the irrigation test. Also, John and Lu applied weed killers and redid a whole section 2 weeks back after a few weeds appeared. Very much appreciated. read more

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John came out and replaced a leaking sprinkler valve. He was quick and professional! He explained the process and did a fantastic job! Thank you! read more

Words cannot describe how amazing this company is. We have worked with John and Lu on an extremely complicated side yard project. They have gone above and beyond what we expected. They have treated our home like their own and problem solved every complicated issue with grace and ease. I have never worked with a company that truly cared about my home. I feel like this company prides itself on quality and beauty and service above anything else. We are now done with our yard and we absolutely love it. It would be a huge mistake to trust another company with a landscape project. Outstanding 10,000 stars read more

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Absolutely love our new landscaped backyard! These guys were very responsive, prompt, and professional. They diligently worked with us from start to even after the job was finished. Looking forward to working with them again! read more

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They say they sent me the quote same day in front of me? They did not. The following day I asked her if she was sending me the quote. Her response, "I will". Never received the quote until I posted my review. read more

Beware. I met with Lucy. I explained to her everything that was required for the project. After her viewing the property, within about 20 minutes the quote started at $1000, climbed to $2,200, and finally topped out at $4,500. No thank you. read more

Lucy & John and their crew did an amazing job! I just moved in after this house had been sitting empty for over a year. The yard was a disaster; full of weeds, ugly white rock and red bark. Lucy was very accommodating with my schedule and wanting it done quickly (within a week). John came by the day before to take a look at the property himself and go over exactly what I was wanting. I asked them to clean everything out and to trim the tree on the side yard. I was told it would take 2 days and on day one they would show up between 8 & 10am. They were here at 7:50am with 2 crews. (Apparently they had an extra crew on hand, so they sent them to me). They completed the entire job by 4pm! John communicated with me throughout the day. When they job was complete, Lucy called to make sure everything was done and to finalize payment. This was an awesome, stress free experience and I will definitely be using them in the future as l continue to landscape my yard. Thank you so much!! read more

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I hired Master Pavers and Landscaping to do my backyard from scratch. Lucy took initiative from the beginning with the design and I watched in awe over the next several weeks while John and team brought her design to life. Their work was perfect. They were incredibly professional and pleasant to work with all the way through. I highly recommend this company for all of your landscaping needs. read more

Master Pavers And Landscaping has exceeded our expectations! My wife and I have very high standards and expectations when it comes to performing work on our home. We started searching 2 months ago, and received 6 quotes to complete new landscaping, demolition, installation of new pavers, lights, fountain, and new stairway at our home in Orinda. The price they provided was competitive relative to other quotes, but the quality of work they've performed has been amazing. They've got a very large and reliable crew, so they can perform work faster than any contractor I've seen. They completed the project over 1 week ahead of schedule, and delivered within the budget we agreed upon. I can't speak more highly about their professionalism and quality of work they've performed. Our neighbors in Orinda are now driving by to stop and ask who performed the work, and requesting quotes on their homes. Bottom line, they're honest, and truly care about the quality of work they perform. If you're planning a landscaping project in Orinda, Lafayette, or Moraga, you'd make a mistake if you didn't consider them for the job. read more

Lu and John did a great job for the backyard project. Lu is not only listening what you want but also has great idea for the design/material pieces. John makes sure all the detail of the project placed well. If you want your project done perfectly, I would suggest Master Pavers and Landscaping. read more

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