this is an update to my previous post... I have fired Mr. Tucker from further work on my job site…read more I told his workers, three, that we were ending this job, but it wasn't by no fault of the workers. Mr. Tucker is very conniving and I would be very leery of hiring him, he charges excessive amount but then he will add on other material ads that he does not tell you upfront he tries to slide it in... I just found out after he used a few F bombs on me, that he wanted to bring in a concrete mixer, at $1000 to start instead of his crew mixing it by hand because it might take too long and he was trying to save me time and money. I asked him when was he going to tell me this information when I told him budget is very important to me because I live by myself and I do not have a dual income , Mr. Tucker leaves the jobsite, messy, he'll use your Homestead as his own toilet, thanks to cameras and his own admission. Be forewarned get everything in writing, make him give you all costs up front. Thank goodness no signed contract..

I wish I would've found reviews before I hired Thad Tucker with Brickworks Madonry and Concrete…read more(that was the header on our contract). He was contracted to repair some bricks around my chimney. Contract was to replace flashing, reseal it, etc. I paid him over 2/3 of the contracted price (my mistake and he claimed he needed it to get supplies). Thad can't get up on the roof. He says it's his knees, but there's more to his balance. His guy got here 2 days after initial deposit. He was here less than 2 hours. Thad tried to claim he was here all day but I had cameras. The guy threw some tar around my chimney and left. He didn't replace the flashing, nothing. At the same time he damaged additional brick. Before I saw the work done since I was still working, Thad demanded the second payment. I went ahead and gave him a check because he was so pushy. He promised they would be back within a few days to finish it. They never came back. I asked Thad to even come look at it and he refused. I have pictures of what his guy did and the additional damage caused. Thad continues to push people over saying he's Thad Tucker and his name holds weight, but the contract I have and photos of what he did speaks differently. I attempted to stop payment on the check and he cashed them at my bank. One of the times I got him on the phone he offered half my money back after he worked on another job, but it has been months. I've requested a refund, many times because he refused to come do the work that he was contracted and paid to do and he's ignored since. The person that recommended him (not knowing his work apparently) even reached out and told him how crappy this was. I told him at the beginning I'm a single parent and didn't have the money to begin with to do this, but had to get the leak fixed. Instead he took advantage, took my money and caused more damage. I'll have to take him to court to have any chance of getting my money.

We needed an update on our patio and wanted to add a sidewalk from our carport to our front…read moredriveway, after getting a few estimates we decided to go with River 2 River when Kade gave us theirs. The crew that did the work was great! Oscar and his crew did a great job on the concrete work, very professional and skilled We would definitely recommend them and use them again if we needed any other cement work.. Thanks Kade, Casey and Oscar....Chuck

From the owner: Based in Carterville, IL and proudly serving all of Southern IL, we specialize in residential and…read morecommercial concrete projects. We deliver reliable, high-quality concrete solutions with a focus on craftsmanship, customer service, and community support.

They did a rush job for us when we needed foundation work for our home sale. Mr. Elder arrived…read morewhen he said he would to review the work needed to be done per the buyer's home inspection. He gave us a date he would show up and he was there right on time. The work was completed when he said it would and we even saved a little off the original estimate when it was found an additional brace would not be required as originally thought. Mr. Elder is honest, knowledgeable, and a man of his word. I highly recommend him for foundation work. He saved the home sale for us. Mike H.

From the owner: Elders Construction is your trusted local expert in foundation repair, basement waterproofing,…read morecrawl space encapsulation, downspouts, beam replacements, and concrete pours. As a small, family-run business, we take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship with honest service and reliable results. Whether you’re dealing with water issues, structural concerns, or looking to protect your home from future damage, Elders Construction offers dependable solutions tailored to your needs. Serving our community with integrity and experience — because your home deserves the best foundation.

These guys are the full package. VERY EFFICIENT, and fully prepared. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! I am…read moreconfident that our patio and driveway extension will last a lifetime! Their crew was always courteous and punctual throughout the project. 10 out of 10; We will be using this crew again!

From the owner: A family owned small business that specializes in stamped concrete, driveways, sidewalks, pool…read morepatios, steps, and porches.

We had some cracks in the drywall that had been slowly increasing in size. Jason came and…read moreperformed a complete inspection and determined service needed providing a very reasonable estimate. Service scheduled and updates maintained by the office. Call received the morning of service. Aeian, Zack and Mike arrived and promptly set to work. Work was performed from the exterior with piers set at designated locations. Jacks raised and stabilized the footing and slab. Work area was clean and returned to satisfactory condition. Great service, friendly, and professional. Job completed in approximately 6 hours. Very pleased. Noticeable closure of drywall. Would recommend and use again.

Randy Huntt came out and adjusted the pre existing pylons in my crawl space. He was very…read moreknowledgeable and efficient.

I guess I can give him one star for producing an estimate. I accepted a bid from this con-tractor…read morehe required a deposit he cashed the check and never has shown up to do the work. Contract was signed may 11 2017. Check cashed June 6 2017 work started not yet.

He requested payment for materials upfront, then became unreachable and never completed the work…read more He stole our money.

Quade built the stone privacy wall in our back yard. They did a beautiful job, working quickly and…read moreto budget. We also had them repair the brick on our chimney. I would highly recommend Leland and his team!

From the owner: Quade Masonry offers solutions for all brick, stone, and block construction and repair needs…read more Whether it’s a need for chimney repair, brick mailbox, exposed concrete coverage, etc., we can help build beautiful masonry structures that will last a lifetime.

I had Tony from All Gas Installation & Fireplace out to clean my gas fireplace today. It had been…read moremany years since that was done. He cleaned out all the dust, carbon debris and other things. He cleaned the logs and inspected all the components. He went to the basement to check the gas lines and even showed me how to turn off the gas if I ever needed to. He was so friendly, professional and thorough. I recommend his services. My fireplace looks great.

Scheduling was quick and easy--Mary was wonderful! Tony came to the house, explained everything…read moreclearly, and was very thorough. Luckily it was an easy fix, and he was incredibly friendly and professional. Highly recommend All Gas!