1. Tough Build Masonry

1. Tough Build Masonry

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Melrose, MA

Tough Build Masonry

5.0 (7 reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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we had Tough Build create a new front wall and walkway. we were so pleased we then had our old deck ripped out and a stone patio put in. John and his team are exceptional to work with. very professional, very talented and extremely neat. Highly recommend them.

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Thanks for your review Marianne it was a pleasure working for you

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Tough Build Masonry - masonry_concrete - Updated July 2026

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