David and all his team of experts did a wonderful job installing new pavers in our backyard. Our…read moreold concrete slabs were cracked, and had shifted, altering the drainage of water to flow towards our house. After interviewing many landscape pavers, Ideal Engineering stood out for being prompt to all the meetings, willing to visit multiple times to double-check measurements before bidding and were knowledgeable on the current state of available inventory and which showrooms to visit to preview them. Prices were very reasonable and transparent. There were no unplanned mark-ups and all change orders were reviewed and had to be approved by me in advance, so I could budget accordingly. I think this is an advantage of choosing a local paver. The work was efficient and professional - different specialized crews for demolition, irrigation, paving, cleanup were used with their own knowledgeable foremen. Each foremen acted as an available point of contact and communication was easy and friendly. Any texts or calls were usually returned within minutes. The teams were proactive in highlighting any complications or issues that might require design approval to make sure the work they did matched what I had in mind. For example, Pedro, the paver lead felt it was better to create a smooth curve at a corner instead of a straight 90 degree corner, and he was right! The boundaries flowed smoother and nicer with the lawn. The paving work was top-notch. We had decided to install premium pavers from Belgard, and it was important the work was done properly for such an investment. This included grading at the proper slopes for proper drainage, adding weed-resistant fabric, multiple levels of graded stone for proper leveling and polymeric sand for good sealing between pavers. The team helped build custom steps that looked very nice to create easy step-downs and paver edging was done with great style and aesthetics. For a potentially complicated project, I really felt confidence in the team and the process. David also helped offer advise in helping me move and reset our external heat pump units so that they could be reinstalled on top of the pavers. They were able to build conduits to facilitate running irrigation and electricity underneath the pavers for adding drip irrigation of containers and future lighting in our garden. Cleanup was thorough, with parts of our yard reseeded and topped with new topsoil. There was no construction debris left on our lawn or streetside. Everything was swept up. Fence gates that were temporarily removed were re-installed to appear as if nothing ever happened. I would definitely use Ideal Engineering (Ideal Landscape & Concrete) again for future projects.

David A. and his team has been such a joy to work with! I…read moreworked with them 5 years ago to help install a garden with irrigation system. Fast forward to 2026, the irrigation system was not working properly due to time and use. After explaining the situation, he sent his main irrigation technician, Jose, who was the one who installed it in the first place, to come and troubleshoot. In 30 minutes, he figured the problem and fixed it right there and then. I love the working relationship we have built with this company and will be using them over and over again for all of my outside landscaping/ hardscaping projects! Highly recommend them hands down ALWAYS!

We recently renovated our backyard with Black Diamond to fix our drip lines, add paver stones over…read morea dead grass area, and beautify our edging. We also decided at the last minute to add a retaining wall. Manuel was our go-to person throughout the entire process. He was incredibly patient and accommodating, answering all of our questions quickly via text and email. He really understood our vision and made sure every requirement and price quote was accurately reflected in the contract. His crew was led by Jose, who did a thorough and beautiful job installing the pavers, retaining wall, lighting, and drip lines. Though a minor language barrier caused a few quick miscommunications, Manuel was on-site almost every day of the 1.5-week project to keep everything running smoothly. We are so excited to start adding plants and accessories to our gorgeous new yard! We highly recommend Black Diamond. (Note: We chose Belgard Quarry Sandstone for a rugged, multi-color paver look, and Belgard Catalina Grana in cinder block gray for the retaining wall.)

I had an outstanding experience with Gasim and his crew at Black Diamond. I came to them with no…read moreclear vision for my backyard, and Gasim had incredible attention to detail. He worked through my ideas, helped me land on a finalized plan, and even created a rendering that made everything click for me. He then walked me through different options to keep the project within my budget, and we landed on a plan we were both happy with after a great back-and-forth. The execution was flawless. Mario, the head landscaper, and his crew finished the entire project in just 10 days, while every other quote I'd received estimated three to four weeks. The quality of work was excellent, and the team was incredibly professional, arriving at 8 a.m. and working until 6 p.m. every day, with materials always on time and no surprise changes to price or scope. Gasim himself showed up every single day, taking photos and helping the crew course-correct whenever needed. It was clear he genuinely cared about his team too, making sure they were comfortable and taken care of throughout the project. I'm thrilled with how the backyard turned out, and I've gotten so many compliments on it. That's a direct result of the trust Gasim built with us. I'll absolutely be calling them for future projects.

We hired Ricardo and the Precision Paving team for a full backyard redo including concrete,…read moreartificial turf, and rock. We're really happy with how it turned out. The crew was professional and finished everything to a high standard. Ricardo is very easy to communicate with. We changed a few things partway through and the team accommodated it without any fuss. We also didn't know much about turf, and we wanted something dog friendly that drained well so odor wouldn't build up and it would be easy to clean. Ricardo brought us samples to look at and walked us through the options. We were also picky about the rock, and he drove out to the rock yard himself to track down exactly what we wanted. One thing that could be better is that the timeline. The original estimate was about a week and it ended up taking closer to two. The extra time wasn't a dealbreaker for us, but a more realistic estimate up front would have helped us plan around it. Overall, we'd recommend them. Good work, easy to deal with, and willing to go the extra mile on details.

I hired Precision Paving install pavers and decomposed granite including the removal of a lot of…read morelarge weeds. Ricardo's team produced what I had requested; everything is graded well away from the house, pavers and dg all feel stable and well packed, and they properly bordered the features I asked for. I would say there was room for improvement that the skid steer used to move materials deeply scraped the bitumen on the street. A strange area, maybe 6" in diameter, under a section of DG also bulged up and left a weird hole with a cap. After informing Ricardo, he sent his team to excavate a bit and fix that section, all is well. Its very good that he stands by his work.

Professional, courteous and on time. They get the job done thoroughly and at a reasonable price.read more

We worked with the Flores team on our front wall and gate recently. They were very communicative,…read morequick and did great work! I really recommend them.

This will be my second review of this company. I just had Pazmany Brothers "refresh" my pavers…read more They started by power washing the area and then filled in with new polymeric sand. After a week or so, I had them seal the pavers on the driveway and my porch. Julian was the one to start and finish this project. He was communicative and kept me up to date on his progress. Always had a smile on his face and displayed a true desire to do a good job. Very pleased with Pazmany Brothers and I'm sure you will be too!

A friend and fellow Los Altan recommended Pazmany Bros to us for a French drain project several…read moreyears ago. Their team did a fantastic job, reasonable expense, worked hard over the course of a week, and we ended up with a drainage system that resolved a major standing water issue we had dealt with during some of the atmospheric rivers. One year later, Frank Robles with Pazmany helped us do a big project in our front yard, where we shrank our large circle driveway, added a fence, gates, and arbor across the front yard, added a lawn, redid all our flowers/plantings, planted several trees, new irrigation, new electrical and lighting, new mulch, added new gravel to the driveway, added a new brick walkway system and patio, and even replaced our century-old main water pipe. The team worked really hard, and Frank in particular is very detail-oriented and cares just as much as us that the project turns out perfect and we're all happy with the outcome - which we are! Frank is also an expert on native California/Bay area/drought-tolerant plants and has great taste. I would highly recommend anyone in Los Altos/the South Bay/Peninsula consider working with Frank and Pazmany for any work you want done on your property, especially if you want the work done right and want someone you can trust. We now have a yard we expect our kids, dogs, neighbors, and everyone else to be able to really enjoy for many years. Thanks Frank and Pazmany team!

I had a great experience with Bragato Paving. They helped me address some issues with my driveway…read moreand handled everything quickly and professionally. Their response time was excellent, and the customer service was truly top-notch. They were reliable, knowledgeable, and easy to work with from start to finish. I would definitely recommend Bragato Paving to anyone looking for quality work and great customer service!

Project was an asphalt carport. Excellent project coordination from start to finish. Sound…read morerecommendations and value-add expert advice during project planning and implementation. Good quality work and value. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the on-sight crew: I recommend better oversight of a handful of their crew. Some of their crew decided to take a day off and go to a ball game which delayed/impacted the critical part of treating the hot surface while asphalt was still hot. Didn't finish it that day, and when it was finished it's result is not the same as if it was treated while asphalt was hot. A careless crew member left permanent boot marks on treated surface. All could have been avoided with better oversight/training of crew. I don't fault the company since good help is so hard to find these days. I still give them 5 starts.

We just completed a job with ACG Masonry and could not have been more pleased. The job included…read moreremoval of a failing stone veneer, prepping the structure and reapplying new stone to a massive chimney. In addition, the stone veneer on the portico and a retaining wall had to be addressed. ACG Masonry's bid was very affordable and they were spot on when executing the work. They were very easy to work will, the quality of the work was excellent. We can recommend ACG Masonry without reservation. We have another project with them planned and are looking forward to working with them in the future.

Avina was very responsive and flexible on my project (new driveway at my apartment complex). His…read morerates were very competitive and his work was outstanding! I cannot think of one concern or issue...they did great work, on time and on budget.

Thank you, Stones Landscaping Inc., for making our backyard vision a reality!…read more Not only are we extremely happy with the outcome of our project, but it was also a pleasure working with their entire team. We were able to work closely with both the office staff and the crew throughout the project, and they were always willing to answer our questions and make sure our preferences were addressed. It's clear that the entire company takes great pride in what they do, and that pride definitely shows in the quality of their work and their communication with customers. We truly appreciate all of their hard work and would highly recommend Stones Landscaping Inc. to anyone looking to transform their outdoor space!

We recently completed a large-scale backyard renovation with Stones Landscaping, and are quite…read morepleased with the results. This involved pouring over 1,500 sq. ft. of concrete, a large retaining wall, a patio deck, a new lawn, and a playground area. Here were some of the highlights of my experience: - Design Guidance: I relied heavily on Baltazar's experience and keen sense of design. His elegant hardscaping solution for the pool transition zones exceeded my expectations and tied the yard together perfectly. - The grading and drainage were very well done. Despite heavy rains, there was zero pooling; the rain gutters were routed directly into pipes beneath the concrete for a clean, streamlined look. - Smart Home Integration: All landscape lighting and irrigation were hooked up to smart-home enabled controllers for total automation and convenience. - The office staff was very responsive, addressing any concerns or follow-up questions usually within a single business day. Props to Gladys and Dahlia! Highly recommended!

Our experience began with a call to them. It was returned within an hour by their front office…read morestaff. Later that day I got a call from Dennis, the CEO, who immediately set up a meeting time with me later that week. We had a pretty good idea of what we wanted, he made a few suggestions, and thanks to a break in another job they were doing nearby in Los Altos Hills, they began the next week. Jose, the very experienced team lead did a great job planning and creating our both functional and decorative garden stone retaining wall, with a team of 4. Jose is great. He is careful, thorough, efficient and meticulous. He measures things multiple times and clearly visualizes the end point before beginning a project phase. AND their total price came in quite close to what I anticipated. I would definitely use them again.

I needed to replace a sidewalk. Communication with Dennis and Marcia was very easy. Peninsula…read moreConcrete gave me a very fair estimate with various options broken down, in case the city required more work to be done as part of the pre-inspection. They handled all the work/permit with the city, and managed to do the work very promptly with minimal disruption. They also handled well the mess made by the recent atmospheric rivers - setting up a temporary pump and scheduling the concrete pour around the weather to ensure it would dry correctly. Very happy with the end result - thank you!

Once again, Paul and his men repaired cement steps at my apartment complex in Sunnyvale…read more This was the second time I used Paul. In 2009 he repaired steps on another staircase and they are still solid and still holding up! As always, he responded to my concern quickly, gave me a quote, detailed contract, and always kept me updated with the progress. He took pictures of the finished work as well. Thank you Paul and his men!

Paul and his team did an excellent job completely transforming our front and backyard, including…read moreinstalling pavers, pouring concrete, and laying a new sod lawn. Communication was transparent and clear throughout the entire project. The team was highly professional, brought extensive industry experience, and provided helpful recommendations based on best practices. They completed the project on time and paid close attention to every detail. We are extremely happy with the final result and highly recommend Paul and his team!