Very pleased with the quality of work. Mario responded promptly to my request for an estimate and…read morethen kept me updated the work scheduled. I recommend him highly!

Mario was prompt, informative and courteous in offering suggestions and providing an estimate as to…read morethe 2 projects we discussed. He expertly performed the work required and explained his plans and progress as the work proceeded. I highly recommend Mario and Capital Region Masonry for masonry construction/repairs!

CONSUMER BEWARE Had Carl come to the house to look at our…read moreLennox Gas Fire insert. The Gas Fire would come on for a half hour 45 minutes and then turn off. After collecting $250 for the service call, we were told he had other calls to go on and could not stay for a half hour 45 minutes to see if the fire place would stay lit after he secured the glass to some latches, saying maybe it was because of a air leak. When we called to let him know the fireplace still was not staying lit. He said it was probably the valve. Never bothered coming back to investigate further. Just said they no longer make Lenox Valves. The problem was the fireplace sensors connections just needed a good cleaning. Definitely a money grab business looking to sell a new fireplace for the tune of $6,000.

We bought a new wood insert from them in 2019. The people and product were very nice but we were…read moredisappointed we had to clean the glass every few days to be able to see the fire. A year or so ago we learned it was because the unit they sold us was WAY too large for the space, so the fires we were burning were not hot enough to keep the glass relatively free of soot. We called and told them, suggesting they might swap ours out for a similarly valued used one the correct size, but they didn't respond. A few months later our follow up email received the same silence. We ended up buying fire bricks to fill enough space in it to allow us to burn smaller, hotter fires without overheating the room. It helped, but we still have to do more glass cleaning than we should and ended up spending more money on the larger unit than we needed to. Note: I will update this review if and when they make an effort to help us out.

Our front steps needed to be redone and J&A did a great job…read moreby adding another step and making them safer. The work was done quickly and when I called back for a minor touch up they returned and fixed everything without any additional charges. We were happy with the work and the fair price we paid. Highly recommend this veteran owned company.

I am not using this business, but they did offer me a competitive quote and good communicationread more

A five star rating does not even begin to encompass the immense gratitude and appreciation I have…read morefor Tyshawn and Walley Masonry Service. Let me start by saying: When I found out that I would need to replace the old, rotten hardwoods throughout half of my house, the task seemed insurmountable. Not only did I need to rip out those old floors, but there was seventy five year old mastic attached to the concrete prohibiting me from pouring the concrete I wanted onto my floors. I came to Walley Masonry for help, to see if there was anything we could do. Tyshawn, without batting an eye, said he could get it done. From a personal standpoint, Tyshawn is an upstanding individual. He respected me and my wishes for the project, and treated the project as if it was his own home he was working on. Not only that, but as all things are in construction, there were several hurdles in our way when removing the mastic, as it was extremely stubborn. Even with remedy after remedy not working, Tyshawn never gave up on making sure the job was done correctly. From a business perspective, Tyshawn is hardworking, committed, and dedicated to the project he is working on. He put in long hours, working well into the night, to get the project done. Whether it be from staying late stripping the mastic off the concrete, pouring the concrete, or making sure to take the extra time to pay fine attention to the details that otherwise may have been missed, Tyshawn made sure that the job was not only done, but that it was done right. You will see in the photos the complete night and day difference between what I started with, and what Tyshawn helped me create. I appreciate him, and would fully support and endorse hiring him for whatever masonry needs you may have!

I highly recommend TyShawn Walley for any repair or construction work. He recently fixed and…read morerebuilt our retaining wall after issues caused by a previous contractor, and the results were excellent. Despite the unpredictable weather -- from heavy rains to very cold temperatures -- TyShawn remained professional, reliable, and committed to finishing the job with quality. His workmanship, attention to detail, and dedication truly stood out. We are very satisfied with the outcome and appreciate his hard work under tough conditions. Thank you, TyShawn, for a job well done!

We have talked on the phone. He was quick to respond, schedule an appointment and discuss pricing…read moreand expectations

From the owner: My goal is not just that you're happy with the work I do for your house, but that you'll be happy…read moreto have me there. My skill set is broad, and my attention to detail is bordering on obsessive. Installing, repairing, building, if I can't do something for you, I'll be straight forward about it, but I probably can. Some more specific examples are: chimney repointing and poured concrete crown repair and replacement, roof repair, brick patio repair, non-structural masonry walls, general plumbing, general electrical, sheetrocking, painting, fixture repair or install, general woodwork, etc. I'm particularly useful for finding solutions to weird problems. Can't figure out how to fix (insert whatever)? Be happy to have a look. I clean up thoroughly, including between consecutive days. It's something I feel like I shouldn't have to say, but it is worth mentioning. And, I price fairly. Look forward to hearing how I can help.

After receiving quotes from a handful of businesses in the area, we decided to hire MC Pools to…read morebuild our inground pool. Before we signed a contract or put down a deposit, Carl was patient and more than willing to answer our many, many questions and walk us through the process and options. He did a drawing of what we thought we wanted and when we wanted to make a few changes he quickly did it with no problem. Carl is very knowledgeable about not only what works best but also what looks best. We put a lot of trust in him as this is our first project of this kind and we're so glad we did. We never felt rushed or pressured or that we were being an inconvenience with our questions or changes. He is also very responsive, he never left us hanging, waiting for a response when we contacted him. One of the great things about MC Pools over other builders we contacted is that they have the ability to build the pool you want so you're not forced to pick something from a catalog. You can create a custom build like we did. Another positive, in my book, is that Carl includes (pretty much) everything in the quote, giving you the full picture of what the final cost will be. Other companies give quotes but don't add the other necessary items/services such as electrical, hauling away fill, etc so you think you're paying less but end up getting hit with costs you hadn't known about until later on. Carl adds all that in up front. Plus he included some things that other companies don't such as 2 lights for the pool, 2 skimmers, a safety cover and an upgraded handrail. *One huge bonus for us was the discount they offer for first responders (my husband is a volunteer firefighter).* The build itself was smooth and followed the timeline we were promised. When Carl came for his final walk-through to make sure we were happy I could not come up with a single thing I wasn't thrilled with (that's never happened to me before ). Every detail is perfect and our pool is gorgeous, we couldn't be happier. Details about the pool: it is 16 x 37 (with the bump outs). We added a bench seat to the bump out in the deep end (see picture) and we are SO glad we did, everyone loves it. It's a place to hang out while in the deep end and such a great feature. The kids especially love it because they can swim across and have somewhere to "land". It also doubles as a step to get out of the pool. We wanted a larger shallow end since we know that's where a lot of people hang out so we adopted for an extended shallow end (16 1/2 feet). The chlorine is salt water and we chose to have a cartridge filter and added a gas heater. The coping and concrete are stamped and dyed. Another detail worth mentioning, the contractors that MC Pools works with are top notch. The concrete company, Capital Concrete of Albany, went above and beyond to give us exactly what we wanted and helped us design and choose options when we asked for input without being pushy. They worked through the weekend to help get our project finished as soon as possible. The electrical company was also top notch. (I can't recall the name but I'll add it when I figure it out). We are SO glad we chose MC Pools for this large project, we couldn't be happier! Thank you, Carl!

From the owner: Proudly serving The Greater Capital District, MC Pools offers services such as, In Ground Pool…read moreInstallations, Openings, Closings, Renovations, Liner Changes, and many more! Family owned and operated, we strive for nothing less than perfect!

Craig repaired a badly deteriorated chimney for me. He explained the repair process and provided a…read morewritten estimate with competitive pricing. He arrived promptly, did a professional job, and when completed, the work area was left tidy. I highly recommend him!

Craig provided a complete work proposal that itemized every cost for the repair and stabilization…read moreof my crumbling front steps. He then took a little longer to complete the job to ensure that it was done correctly and to my liking. I'm very happy with his meticulous and detail-oriented work; plan to employ him on additional projects - a 200 old brick house will provide many such projects. Best details: along with refurbishing the old wrought iron railings so they look sharp, he applied an aggregate coating that was a good match to the old stair color, plus several layers of epoxy to stabilize the stairs and make them winter-safe.

Sales room for restoration. Lumber yard with competent men! Sort of a pricy place, and yet the…read moreproduct is good. Review: 5

There's the world that I want to live in, and then there's a world that I actually live in. I…read morerecently built a small project at my house, a few thousand in materials. It was recommended to me by my carpenter that all materials be ordered from Curtis Lumber. In my mind, since I sent the architectural drawings and had lengthy phone conversations with Curtis Lumber, and then had a few conversations over phone and email, I would have a single delivery of everything I need. In reality, some of the lumber delivered was warped and unusable, some of the items were delayed due to covid, some of the items never came because they weren't on the quote, and I didn't catch it. If something had to be exchange/purchased, most items had to come from Ballston Spa location, since the Delmar location has limited stock. There were many trips to Ballston Spa, and many pickups/drop-offs by Curtis Lumber at my house. The reason for five stars is because unlike working with a large corporation, such as Lowes or Home Depot, they actually pick up the phone here when you call, and they're able to see your order history, and everyone is very understanding and patient, and they stand behind their products. I can certainly see why my carpenter will only buy materials from here.

I cannot say enough about Jeff. He has been here a few times and is always honest, great at…read moretroubleshooting and problem solving and so friendly. What a memory he has too! Has not been here in years and remembered everything, even the dog! I will not call anyone else. Why waste time? Making decisions on who to go with is so stressful. Save the time and just sign the line. I am a customer despite sounding like a commercial. I want you to know that there are so many not doing good work. These guys are my go to!

Great work. Great work crew. I would recommend Adirondack to anyone Who needs this type of work…read more Our basement is now secure.

I have nothing but good things to say about Zach and Dan. Totally professional in their approach to…read morecustomer service and satisfaction. They took an ugly set of pre cast steps and turned it into a work of art. The poured steps with the polyurea/ flake finish is amazing. I wish that I could post before and after pictures... Working with concrete requires flexibility in scheduling due to weather ,etc.. Any time that Zach was not going to working on the project, he called or texted me to let me know what was going on. ( His wife even called me once to tell me he was running late ! Who does that?!!) He worked tirelessly to complete the project and would not stop until I was COMPLETELY satisfied. My neighbors are amazed at how the final project turned out and cannot stop complimenting our new entry steps. Thanks to Zach and Dan, they're the best!

I have never written a negative review before, but due to the significant financial stress this…read moreproject has caused my family, I feel obligated to share my experience. We hired this contractor to install a concrete patio to address a drainage issue near our foundation. Despite raising concerns throughout the project, the finished patio was graded toward our house and directed water directly at the foundation, the exact problem it was supposed to solve. I also had concerns about the workmanship, including stone being placed directly on grass and retaining wall rocks during site preparation. Additionally, the patio was tied into our block foundation with rebar. While we were aware this was being done, we later learned from independent contractors that this is not recommended in our climate due to freeze-thaw conditions. After years of hiring contractors for home improvement projects, this has been by far our worst experience. The patio had to be removed shortly after installation, resulting in significant additional expense and the need to hire a new contractor to redo the work correctly. I would encourage future customers to carefully document everything and independently verify grading, drainage, and construction methods before work begins.