Fair, honest, helpful, good communication and they diagnosed the problem during a free estimate.read more

Jeff, the owner is a really great guy really easy to work with very fair prices. We had a new…read moredriveway put in this spring came out great we are so pleased.

Lino and his team did an absolutely amazing job on our home's driveway and front walks. He asked…read moregood questions, was patient and not only listened to our needs and vision - but delivered upon it. A lot of anxiety on a huge job and investment and they knocked it out of the park with a great job with leveraging the latest in unilock pavers to create an timeless granite paver look with just as timeless bluestone for our front porch walk way and entry as well as for our side door walk way and entry. Was very good at listening and collaborating. We've already received a ton of compliments and are extremely proud of "new and improved" home. Thanks, Lino!

Lino and his team did phenomenal work in our back yard, transforming a bed of dirt into a…read morebeautifully paved patio. He gave us great advice on selecting the right size pavers for the small-ish patio area and executed perfectly on the design we discussed during the estimate process. He and his team customized pavers to fit the angles of existing concrete and fence posts. The pricing was competitive and the work was high quality. I would use Lino and his team for any paving or stone job at our home in the future, and recommend him to anyone. Thanks, Lino!!

Unfortunately, the quality of the work is unacceptable. After only 2.5 years, The concrete surface…read moreis already chipping and deteriorating, and more concerning, the underground drainage system connected to the gutter has recently become fully detached and is filled with mud. For a project that cost over $10,000, this level of failure in such a short timeframe is extremely disappointing and does not reflect reasonable workmanship standards. Total Paving is claiming a "1-year warranty," which we are unable to find.

Do not hire. They do not do good work nor care the results…read more 1. After two winters my concrete driveway is crumbling literally everywhere. Their expert analysis is I have excess water due to seeing a dirty gutter and per the work order they sealed it properly and I should have done it again by now. I've had concrete done before. Neighbors on the street have had concrete w/ similar driveways and I've never seen similar deterioration. Additionally and of course it was out of warranty. 2. On the day of the concrete pour I was informed the original design for the porch wouldn't work bc of our slope which we discussed at nauseum bc I knew it was a concern but again they were clearly not qualified. 3. I had to stop them mid-brick work in the back because they knocked down the existing brick and started to rebuild it the exact same way. I had to re-explain the new design to the team. Additionally they didn't slant it correctly or allow for the water to drain into the grass so after big rains excess water builds and slowly drains through unless I get out there to push it out. 4. They thought the brick around the grill in the pic below was an acceptable finish. (My entire neighborhood can see my backyard due to the way it sits btw). I asked them to replace the dark bricks to make it uniform and were given cracked and chipped replacements. At least its one color now I guess. Overall super disappointing experience because, we did our driveway one summer, landscaping the next, and just had our siding redone this spring and now the driveway is embarrassing.

Good fences make good neighbors…read more We found Stars Fence to be responsive and professional. They quickly provided us a quote, their plan was approved by our village, no modification was needed. They installed the fence around the property in about 2 days; we have a very tricky hilly section and a berm. In my interactions with the installers, I found them accommodating and professional as well. Good fence = good neighbor!

Stars Fence did a great job replacing our wood fence in the backyard, Dave and Roxanna helped…read morearrange the work in a timely and professional manner. This is the third time we have hired Stars Fence. We highly recommend them.

Good communication, fair price, great workmanship. Quick to respond for estimates and job…read morecompletion. Highly recommended!

Over the past twelve years, I've had General Masonry Construction handle several projects for me,…read moreincluding building a wood burning fireplace and chimney and replacing my front walk and stoop. Their work is excellent and their prices are very reasonable (their price for my fireplace and chimney was less than half of a quote I got from another contractor). I have received many compliments on the design and functioning of my fireplace. Their staff is very professional and helpful. I would recommend General Masonry Construction to anyone considering a masonry construction project. Paul L. (Northbrook)

Don't fall for all other positive reviews…read more Very Disappointing Experience - Avoid This Company We hired this epoxy company based on their aggressive pitches. Derek, the owner, was extremely pushy, promising to turn our garage into a "showroom." Unfortunately, what followed was a rushed and sloppy job that didn't come close to matching the hype. The issues with their work were clearly visible--uneven epoxy application leaving bare spots, patchy areas missing top clear coat (see pictures and videos)--but when we brought them up, instead of acknowledging the problems, Derek tried to deflect. Rather than taking accountability, he blamed the condition of the garage and pushed us to spend even more on unnecessary upgrades to hide the flaws his team created. He insisted that these visible imperfections weren't really issues, and that we were just being too particular. It felt like a classic bait-and-switch--sell you on a dream finish, then deliver subpar results. There are many epoxy contractors out there who take pride in their craftsmanship and stand behind their work. I strongly recommend shopping around and choosing one who values quality and customer satisfaction. Save yourself the frustration and regret.

I've never hired a contractor who actually told me how to "fix" HIS mistakes…read more There is NO WAY he will post the "finished" workmanship photos I have. That's how bad the job was done. The lack of professionalism and integrity gives me reason to do my due diligence next time and to inform everyone that you should inspect his work thoroughly before you pay him!

As I walked into my yard to see my newly installed fence, I found myself thinking, if there is…read moresuch a thing as a perfect fence, this is it. I appreciated Justin's responsiveness. Every question and concern was answered quickly and I always felt confident that nothing was overlooked. His communication was outstanding. Antonio came out with his crew that were true craftsmen. In 90 plus degrees, I saw them repeatedly checking every detail over and over carefully for leveling and straightness and making it perfect even in that heat. The finished fence is everything I hoped for and more. It is remarkably straight, solid and built with precision. Every request I had was accommodated, for example, placement or the gate and sections removable for future access if needed. Nothing felt rushed and every detail was handled with care. The quality of the finished fence speaks for itself, but watching the care and precision that went into building it made me appreciate it even more. My sincere thanks to Justin, Antonio and the entire crew for creating something that I'll enjoy every time I step into my backyard. I truly appreciate the care that went into every detail.

They replaced my chain link gate posts and a third post. Unfortunately, they didn't get the posts…read morein the correct positions. I asked them to reposition the posts and they wouldn't budge. They are nice people, but I would never use them again.

Scott Bush and his crew turned my dangerously old patio into a sleek, safe new one for our family…read more My biggest concern was the stone slabs leading out of my patio door onto the existing patio. They had become loose and were slippery, just a bad combination for kids and adults alike. Scott's crew built a beautifully level single stair leading out to a new patio that my wife and I are extremely happy with. They also replaced a walkway that starts from the front of our house and winds around to our backyard. If you are local and need concrete work done, call these guys.

Great job! Prompt, responsive, and affordable…read more Will definitely use again as they renewed my concrete patio and walkway.