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    concrete 5/2025
    Tom Y.

    When my sister and I decided to have concrete work done, we called Ecostar; our decision was based on a flyer we received at the front door. Our sales meeting with Tom Goldring convinced us that we made the right call. He was personable, knowledgeable, and attentive. After listening to our request, he gave us a few options. Once we decided on a plan, everything began to fall into place. Tom's timeline, total cost, and outcome were spot-on. He was in constant contact with us - in person, or by text, letting us know what has happened that day, and what will be happening over the next few days. On one or two occasions, Tom's supervisor, Jacob Suissa, showed up to give some suggestions, and to review the progress. He was friendly, respectful, and knowledgeable. When the crew showed up, everyone was efficient and professional. They were respectful of us and the neighbors, and always cleaned up each day. On the last day, they made sure the yard and surrounding area was clean and free of any debris or unused materials. It looked as though they had never been there. It seemed like, between Tom and Jacob, there was only one way to do the job......the right way. Although i don't remember them actually saying that, it seemed to be the theme of the whole job. Whenever we would tell Tom "thank you", his response was always "of course!" - with a smile. If and when we need any other work done, we will definitely call Ecostar, and cross our fingers that we have Tom as our guy again!

    I recently had the pleasure of working with Eli and Tali from Ecostar for a large project in my front yard, and I couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, their professionalism and attention to detail were truly impressive. - **Expertise**: Eli and Tali brought a wealth of knowledge to the project, helping me choose the best options for my yard. Their suggestions really enhanced the overall design. - **Quality of Work**: The quality of their work is outstanding. They transformed my front yard into a beautiful space that I can enjoy for years to come. - **Communication**: Throughout the entire process, they communicated clearly and were always responsive to my questions and concerns. - **Timeliness**: They completed the project on schedule, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend Eli and Tali from Ecostar to anyone looking for reliable and skilled professionals for their landscaping projects. Thank you, Ecostar, for a job well done!

    Pavers laid on side of the house.

    EcoStar replied to my Yelp Project request for doing 700 square feet of pavers. They replied within 24 hours and upon my reply, arranged for phone contact. The job required removal of old red brick, removal of old leveling substrate, compacting the surface, distributing leveling sand, and installing the concrete pavers. Pavers were supplied by me. Removal of the old sand and bricks were done by EcoStar. They had the most reasonable quote and had someone (Eli) come out to measure and make sure that the scope of work was understood. I had purchased pavers for the project two years prior and just didn't have the time and energy to do the project myself. In retrospect, I should have allowed EcoStar to supply the pavers, as they would have been able to secure better materials than what I procured through Home Depot. Work was done by a small team and finished in a timely manner. Old bricks that had been removed were stacked nicely and then reused. My neighbors liked the work so much that they hired EcoStar, so I supplied my old bricks - reuse at its best. They did what they said they would and did a nice enough job to get the attention of the neighbors. I would likely call upon them in the future for other construction work.

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    Wellspring T.

    I needed a tall custom window replaced in my Oakland home on a specific schedule due to roommates. EcoStar gave me an on-the-spot quote, I paid a deposit and a subcontractor came the next day to take measurements. I was told the window would take 3 weeks to arrive. In the meantime, the sales rep contacted me several times, wanting me to meet his boss on the day of installation which I found pushy and unwelcome. They wanted to offer me discounts on additional work which I explained I was not ready nor looking for more work right away. During installation, they asked for another payment. I noticed a 5% credit card surcharge, which is illegal in California as of July 2024 (Senate Bill 478). I had to cite the law, but the rep insisted it was disclosed, therefore permitted. Not true. After installation, upon examining the work, I noticed the window had a green tint that I did not request. Completely inappropriate for a north-facing small room with just one window and the scope of work DID state "clear" glass. On the same day, the rep urged me to sign their completion paperwork. When I explained that their contract says I have five days to use the product before signing their completion form, he persisted, wanting to know why I would not sign immediately. I then requested the manufacturer warranty, which their documents say I am entitled to. When I asked for a window brand name, I was told Premier Windows. I had to leave several additional voice mail requests, and then only received a vague one page warranty - with no brand mentioned - that arrived via text one full week later. This experience did not instill confidence. Afterward I checked the BBB and saw 8 complaints in three years. Most were met with defensive responses, rather than accountability. It seems clear this team does not understand the business concept of "the customer is always right." Between the sales pressure tactics, the questionable added surcharge (that was not on the original quote,) the lack of transparency about the manufacturer and the delayed product warranty, plus receiving a green-tinted window when I thought I was getting a clear window, I doubt I would work with EcoStar again. They did not offer the professionalism I initially thought I would receive.

    Leon H.

    After receiving a fair quote for installing a new stair rail Eli, Tony, and the Ecostar crew did a great Jon in executing the dismantling of the old stairs and the installation of the new. They were mindful of keeping the project site as clean as can be expected, and they completed the project in 2 days instead of the estimated 3. The quality of the work is very good, and I'll use this crew on future projects.

    New garage ceiling! No more insulation to be seen!
    Brooke M.

    Johnny and his team did a phenomenal job on all the projects we hired them for! We got a new roof on our garage, a new ceiling inside the garage, a 150ft of custom white picket fence in our front yard, and new door seals on our front and back doors, just in time for winter. The work was done impeccably and in a very timely fashion. We are so happy with the value and work quality. Not to mention that all the workers were so clean, polite, helpful and kind. Cannot recommend EcoStar and their financing programs enough. We are over the moon! Thank you Johnny! It's been a pleasure working with you and your team!

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    Sydney P.

    We worked with Johnny and redid our main floor bathroom. We started with a three legged, claw foot tub and a shower with four different decades worth of tile. We ended up with a gorgeous, functional space that feels more like a spa, versus a bathroom. The bid was accurate even when pipes needed to be moved, support beams changed. I appreciated that the bid took into account that our 1918 craftsman was probably going to have a few hiccups but that it wouldn't affect us, simply was handled. We started this in early January, our city took about a month for the permit and 4 weeks later we have wrapped it up. Our glass door will be installed in the morning. I recommend Johnny and Ecostar without hesitation and look forward to a 2025 kitchen remodel with them.

    Open, clean, and very pleasing to work in my upgraded kitchen.

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    Ask the Community - EcoStar Remodeling & Construction

    How long does a small bathroom remodel take from start to finish? Does Ecostar devote a crew to one project from beginning to end so that the work is finished in a timely manner rather than spreading their crews around on several projects?

    Hi - we did ours in about six weeks, for two bathrooms. It was a bit longer than expected because the inspection/permit process was delayed by the City and work had to halt (not anyone's fault). And yes, one crew for the project. The crew was with… Read more

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    After multiple consults with other companies, we were blown away by how personable and enthusiastic Daniel was!

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    Leyva Concrete Inc.

    Leyva Concrete Inc.

    5.0
    (24 reviews)

    Alfredo and the crew at Leyva Concrete were exceptional from start to finish. From our first…read moreconversation, Alfredo was incredibly personable and easy to talk to, he listened closely to my vision and provided valuable options to help me achieve the best result. Over all I felt the project was a great value. Once the project began, the crew's professionalism was evident. They maintained a clean job site, tidying up thoroughly at the end of every workday, and it was clear they took genuine pride in the quality of their craftsmanship. I am already looking forward to partnering with Alfredo and his team on my next backyard project later this summer.

    The foundation of my ancient garage needed a lot of work…read more It was tempting to think I could do it myself but the area was just too large and I knew it really needed the professional touch. After reading all the positive reviews, I called Leyva Concrete and spoke with Alfredo. He came out, looked at the space and we talked through the process. I made adjustments to the original scope of work, and Alfredo was super-accommodating. His team finished the excavation work that I started, then prepped for the concrete pour. These guys know exactly what they're doing, taking care with the surface finishing and all the cleanup. True craftsmen. I'm so glad I went with the professionals. They're prompt, the communication is great and quality of work is exceptional. Alfredo and this Team at Leyva Concrete are truly amazing!

    Lamata Concrete

    Lamata Concrete

    4.5
    (77 reviews)

    Mata and his crew did a great job replacing cracked and broken old concrete around our Berkeley…read morehome. Easy to work with and fair.

    I would have given ZERO stars. Don't trust their overall YELP rating. I made that mistake. I feel…read morethe finished work (driveway, pathways, and wall) are reasonably acceptable. This is ONLY because we checked daily work and instructed them to fix mistakes and sloppy work. They spent a lot of their time redoing what should have been completed right the first time. Daily progress (or lack there of) showed us that the owner/project manager (Tevita/Mata) is not a good project manager nor that he gave his crew clear direction on this project. The process after contract signing was horrible...not at all professional. The project took much longer than Tevita initially quoted (over 2 months vs the 2 weeks he originally told us). This resulted in change orders and cost overruns. He also tried to charge me to fix their breakage/mistakes/errors (e.g., fixing the sidewalk his workers broke). His crew was not respectful of our property (we had to live with their mess...it's not a vacant lot). They did not regularly clean up the work site nor organize equipment and materials left onsite. Seeing their lunch garbage (cans, bottles, wrappers, etc.) at the end of their workday was common. This continued even after repeated complaints to Tevita and to his crew. No one on site could to provide straight answers as to that day's work or when specific project goals would be completed. Whenever I would spoke with him, Tevita made excuses, provided misinformation, denied deliverables he previously promised, and deflected from answering direct questions. He has a habit of talking over the customer when asked questions he doesn't like. On at least one occasion, he raised his voice and started yelling to avoid answering questions. If it was not in writing, he'd say it wasn't what we discussed. I have never had such issues when working with professional/reputable companies. Tevita and his crew failed to meet every single deliverable date he set. I found him very difficult to work with. I feel that he does not show proper respect to the customer. Instead he appears to think that the customer, the person paying him, should accept subpar work. I suspect that he may also not fully understand the processes involved with the work being performed. I feel that Tevita and Lamata Concrete are not professional. They didn't use professional equipment and they didn't manage the job site or their onsite work time professionally. Their workers typically started late morning and were gone by early afternoon. Lamata Concrete has major logistical problems. They couldn't get an adequately-sized crew or required materials to the job site at the start of any given day, typically interrupting workflow for hours to go fetch supplies. Had they staged materials and tools at the worksite (where there was ample area to store all materials needed for the entire project) and had his crew worked a full 8 hours per day at the job site, I believe they could have finished weeks ago. They are SLOW...3 weeks for a stamped concrete driveway and pathways. I definitely CANNOT recommend them for a cinder block wall. It took way too long (over 2 months) to complete. I feel like they have never built this type of wall. I regret hiring Lamata Concrete. I CANNOT recommend Lamata Concrete nor would I use them again. They were such a hassle to work with compared to the many other professional/reputable companies I have hired. My opinion...take their negative YELP reviews seriously and ask for references and talk to those references. Tevita's response is a great example of how he makes excuses, provides misinformation, denies promised deliverables, and deflects from addressing the real issue. I find it a bit childish and very unprofessional.

    D Garcia's Landscaping

    D Garcia's Landscaping

    4.9
    (57 reviews)

    D Garcia Landscaping completed a large fence project for us and we are extremely happy with the…read moreresults! This was a technically challenging project involving a steep hill and very mature redwood roots. Standout qualities of this company are: 1. Ease of quoting process Before coming out in person, they were able to give us a ballpark price based on dimensions, fence type, and site images. This allowed me to decide whether to move forward and I thought this was really respectful of my time. Then, Dago, the owner, came for the site visit and to discuss details. 2. No bait and switch In ironing out the details, there was some miscommunication about whether staining was included. Dago was able to meet us halfway with the price increase. This honest business style continued throughout the project and no change orders or unexpected price increases happened. 3. Detail oriented Throughout the project, we discussed details such as fence posts placement relative to tree roots, post height, etc. Dago was both available in person and by email via his assistant Maria. It was also nice to have responses confirmed in writing so that things were clear and there would be no bait and switch. 4. Personality Dago is a really nice person and I enjoy speaking with his about his geriatric dogs, etc. This also helped me not feel anxious about the project, because I felt that I could trust him. For this fence, we received multiple quotes. Two companies were in the $9-10K range, another was around $12K, and an outlier was above $20K. Dago's price was the lowest quote (with minute differences in material) and we are very glad we went with him!

    Dago and his team are amazing! They have been maintaining our yards in El Sobrante for a few years…read moreand always to a wonderful job. They are friendly, and always go above and beyond. Recently, we had them to a full conversion/remodel of our backyard from awful weeds to nice natural grass, with an irrigation system, mulch, and tasteful plants. I was amazed with both how well it came out, and how affordable the project was! I would HIGHLY recommend using Dago Garcia's team for either regular yard maintenance, or any yard project you have in mind. Dago has decades of experience and knows exactly what he is doing- he is super friendly and helped us with great ideas. Give Dago a call!

    Envision Pavers

    Envision Pavers

    4.8
    (26 reviews)

    We have used Envision twice now for our front sidewalk and driveway replacement, and our backyard…read morepaver patio plus DG pathway. Both times Pablo was responsive and helpful, he really goes out of his way to make sure you are satisfied. If any issues ever arose he would be there to find solutions. I can wholeheartedly recommend Envision pavers and Pablo for all your needs and will certainly use them again in the future.

    I'm updating my review after 3 years of having Envision Pavers install a large patio in my back…read moreyard. I was originally very happy with them and gave them 5-starts for service, speed, and installing a lovely patio. They do not stand behind their work. Beware. After two years, the polymeric sand in this brand new patio began to crack, and crack, and crack. In some places over a 1/4 inch across the entire patio. It should not have this type or amount of cracking only after 3 years! Trying to get Pablo and his team out here to assess and address the issue has been a nightmare. From calling and emailing over and over, to scheduling time only to have them miss appointments. Last time I spoke to Pablo, it was September 2023 when he said they'd have me on the schedule to repair within 2-weeks. NOTHING. I've was at my wits end and decided to wait out the rainy season. Once again, I've tried contacting them by phone and email. NOTHING. I'd proceed with caution when considering Envision Pavers to do your next job. Initially, they seem great. Once off the job.. good luck. I hate that I've had to resort to Yelp to get any attention.

    EcoStar Remodeling & Construction - contractors - Updated June 2026

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