We had a great experience with IVS Fence & Ironworks, a family business that takes real pride in…read moreits work. Our project spanned several months and included a wrought iron fence with concrete/stucco pillars, an automated sliding driveway gate, and a pedestrian gate. It was a complex job with four other subcontractors involved across design, electrical, landscaping, and stucco finishing. Ignacio, the owner, was always available by phone or text and willing to talk through ideas with us. He also would send pictures during fabrication to ensure we were aligned on design details. He was upfront about change orders, and whenever something wasn't quite right, he did his best to make it right. That kind of communication and accountability isn't something you get with every contractor. Our fence sits on a tricky slope, and Ignacio really sweated the details. He had to build the driveway gate just right and pour the concrete track at precisely the correct angle to match--and he totally nailed it. His team brought the heavy gate out several times to ensure it stayed plumb throughout its travel along the slope. He put a lot of thought into engineering something that would last--in fact, I had to talk him down from a few ideas for making the gate even sturdier! His team was respectful, friendly, and did great work. They also kept the job site clean at the end of each day, which we appreciated throughout a long project. I'd highly recommend IVS to anyone looking for thoughtful craftsmanship and a contractor who stands behind his work.

I requested a quote from IVS for a large fence project and it was a bit difficult to iron out the…read moredetails with IVS. Ignacio, who came for the site visit and identified himself as the owner, was very easy to communicate with both in person and over the phone. However, Jackie, (not clear to me if she's the co-owner or Ignacio's wife) finalizes pricing and pretty much runs the show. For our project, we had picked IVS to do the work, but the price kept increasing by thousands of dollars. I asked to speak with Ignacio since these changes were inconsistent with what I discussed with him and put them week above our other quotes, but Jackie said that's not necessary since she decides the pricing. They also charge tax on materials, which no other fencers do (since they're already paying tax to Home Depot, etc.). These business practices felt disingenuous to me and like bait and switch. I've had issues in the past with businesses like this that once the work begins they'll change order you again and ask for more money. So we did not use them. For this fence, we received multiple quotes. Two companies were in the $9-10K range and IVS was around $12K. All were licensed and bonded. We went with the lowest quote and are extremely happy with our fence.

Megan in the office and William and his crew did an outstanding job redoing my deck. they power…read morewashed in and let it dry over the weekend. Came back Monday to sand and repair boards that needed it. Tuesday matched the paint perfectly and finished that day. Very well done and very price competitive. JY

FCR replaced a stretch of fence in our back yard. I would definitely recommend this company and…read morewould use them again. Corey was quick to come give an estimate and explain our options. He was good at listening to our needs and that of our neighbors, and provided a split invoice since we were sharing the cost. I got two other quotes and FCR's was prompt and competitive. The workers were easy to have around and did a beautiful job.

We had an excellent experience with G & G Deck and Fence. They completed a weeklong project of…read morefences shared with three of our neighbors, along with several gates. G & G's estimator, Ben, was quick in scheduling a visit to quote the project, for which we specified that we wanted heart redwood. It was a two month wait before the crew could begin work, but well worth it. Ben came with the work team at start of project and walked through everything with G & G's lead worker, Rodrigo. Work wrapped up on time and we are so pleased with the result.

I had a great experience with G & G Deck & Fence. The consultation went well, and although there…read morewas a small mix-up at first, Ben quickly cleared things up and made sure everything was on track. Scheduling was easy, and they arrived right on time. Ben came with his crew, introduced everyone, and they got straight to work. They removed the old fence and installed the new one efficiently. The entire 24-foot fence project took just over four hours. We had received another quote from a handyman that was significantly higher and did not include a warranty. G & G Deck & Fence's pricing was very reasonable, and the fact that their work is backed by a warranty gave us added confidence. The quality of the work is excellent--the fence looks clean, sturdy, and very well built. Overall, I'm very happy with the results and would definitely use them again and recommend them to others.

Alex was clear, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. He took care to understand our unique situation and…read moredemonstrated clear knowledge and experience. We trust him and will hire Alex again. Thank you!

They responded quickly when I called and texted…read more Communication was a small issue. There was a misunderstanding but they were very gracious about it.

These guyz are the best! What was I waiting for?…read more I was living with this noisy garage door for 5 years. Finally I ran it off the rails when I tried to close the garage door while a ladder was in the way. I was dying inside my heart-of-hearts, worrying how much will it cost?, will they need to replace the whole door?, then I'd have to have the new door painted.... Don't worry about any of that. Call these guyz and get it done, fast, easy, AND cheap--all 3! ExtraSpace Storage told me they use these guyz exclusively. For how many garage doors ExtraSpace Storage has, you KNOW they use the best garage door repair peeps. They came out in less than 24 hours, arrived before the scheduled time, Fernando M finished the job in less than an hour--maybe less than 30 minutes!--and it was under 200 dollars. The door works better than before. Honestly. All that AND the garage door works better than before I broke it. Whether you give a thumbs up or not, I hope you found this review helpful.

The slab garage door on my historic property began sticking upon close, causing the operator to…read morereverse. This was an intermittent but troublesome problem, with no sudden cause, with the door just barely kissing the frame. Luis Morales of R&S Richmond confirmed the problem, which is that dimensions of the door opening slowly change with soil and humidity. Luis was helpful, inquisitive and an effective consultant. We agreed that a simple DIY repair would likely help for now. I'll keep R&S in mind if the problem gets worse. Also: there are 19 other houses in this district with identical garage doors, almost all of which have similar problems. I'll refer R&S to my neighbors.

Rick responded to my quote request on Yelp and had one of his guys out to my home quickly. Their…read morequote was on the lower end, but in close range, of other quotes I had received. We went with Marquez Fencing because they were very knowledgeable and responsive. Their team came on time, answered all our questions, got our feedback and approval before proceeding with any changes, and was done in a day. Our fence and gate look great, exactly as the mockup Rick provided. The materials were great also. We now have a higher and sturdier retaining wall. We will use them again for our fence on the other side of the house once we are ready. Highly recommend.

My Project: 2 Gates, Side Fencing, Board on Board 6 Feet, Metal Posts Upgrade, Con Heart Picket…read moreUpgrade I believe this company can build a great wood fence with wood posts. They work efficiently and their pricing is competitive. I didn't even mind that they ate a persimmon from my tree without asking! However, I cannot recommend them for wood fences with metal posts. 1. Insufficient Attention to Metal Post Protection Metal posts are an investment intended to provide long-term durability. The installation did not demonstrate the level of care I expected. A. Inadequate corrosion prevention - The exposed metal edges required appropriate zinc-rich protection to help prevent corrosion since they cut the pre-galvanized, powder-coated posts in the field. This was discussed and agreed upon beforehand, but the crew did not arrive with zinc spray. I supplied my own can, but the crew did not follow the manufacturer's application instructions. They cut the tops, bottoms, and even both ends of the posts. I understand that fieldwork involves practical time constraints, but protecting exposed metal edges from moisture-related corrosion is particularly important. B. Poorly cut post ends - Cuts were uneven, preventing the post caps from sitting flush against the metal posts and leaving visible gaps exposed to the elements. C. Exposed screw hole - The crew made a screw entry hole but subsequently removed the screw, leaving the hole exposed. Ideally, they should have left the screw in place, or even better, use another post since this was their error. D. Incomplete treatment and early signs of rust - 13/15 posts were untreated with zinc and show signs of rust three days after installation. Hopefully, bottom cuts were treated. 2. Communication and Project Coordination Once the contract was signed, communication was slow for a fast-paced project. Responses often took more than two days. Lack of confirmation: I agreed to an October 29 installation date but never received confirmation that the crew would be arriving. I reached out to verify the appointment. They never responded to my October 23 question about how to prepare the area, leaving me to guess what to do beforehand. I ultimately decided against the staining upgrade because my questions about it went unanswered. Last-minute timeline changes: The estimated duration changed from two to one day without prior notification. As a result, I had to communicate my technical concerns the morning of construction rather than discussing and addressing them beforehand. Contractor should consider communicating important project milestones, such as installation date and 811 utility marking, so customers know what to expect. 3. Workmanship and Contract Verification A. Workmansip Example - The crew cut a hole in the pressure-treated lumber for my underground sump pump PVC pipe without first verifying the pipe's actual position. The pipe had shifted, so they cut the hole in the wrong location. They cut a second hole and covered the original mistake with a board. B. The contractor did not add the 3 inches of gravel specified in the contract. When asked, the contractor pointed to the gravel on the truck. I later reviewed my pictures and videos to verify that gravel was never installed. If something is specified in the contract, it should either be completed or discussed with the customer before being omitted. The Pros 1. Fast quoting: They sent an estimator quickly, and the quote was detailed and highly competitive compared with the 4-5 other estimates. 2. Quick scheduling: I was scheduled within two weeks of signing. 3. Efficient execution: The crew arrived promptly, completed the project in one day, and did an adequate job cleaning up. 4. Accommodating: They used wet-mixed concrete at my request, addressed my concerns about cantilevering with a three-post design, and constructed a kickboard style board on board gate. (They advised there would be no concerns with sag when asked.) A few things prospective customers may want to consider: 1. Aesthetics: Don't expect flush screws or nails or flawless lumber. There will be minor scuffs, imperfections, and small missing chunks of wood. Be aware that nicks to powder-coated metal posts may require touch-up work. 2. Concrete and cleanup: Requesting wet-mixed concrete does not mean the crew won't pour additional dry concrete into the hole and mix it further. Post-hole dirt / debris are not included in their debris removal. If you care where they dump it, then let them know. 3. Utilities: The crew will use your outdoor water connection, so consider disconnecting it beforehand if you have concerns. 4. Point of contact: Direct your questions and concerns to the person who provided your estimate. I raised concerns with an employee in person, but my feedback did not appear to make its way back to my estimator. I will update if they reach out or any changes occur.

Professional Fair pricing…read more Quality work Finished in on time Definitely would use him again

Santos did our exterior stairs including making the foundation, and creating the stairs. He is…read moreextremely easy to work with, maintains the highest standards, and all on time and within our budget. The job had a lot of details and needed to be done according to a plan - Santos was able to anticipate areas of concern and help us easily get thru inspection. Santos and his team are great to work with and we highly recommend!

I had 60 linear feet of shared fence replaced in Antioch, CA. A&J offered an amazing price for the…read morework and ran a split contract with the neighbors effortlessly. They managed the work in about 4 hours, removing the old fence and erecting new fence in it's place, not cutting any corners. They drilled new postholes, set concrete, and did board on board style for little extra expense. Now I have a beautiful fence where wood shrinkage wont provide gaps in the future and it can handle the high Antioch winds in the winter time. Highly recommended if you want the job done right, for a good price, with friendly service!

Emailed these people multiple times about basic maintenance on our work gate. The simplest easiest…read morejob. Absolutely refuse to respond. If you don't want the work just reply to any one of my multiple queries with "not interested" But just ignoring every email is unprofessional. If this company offered us free service I'd say no. They showed us their work ethic. There are tons of good fence companies out there. This ain't one.

Highly recommend Guzman Landscaping! We hired them for tree removal, and they did an excellent job…read morefrom start to finish. They were professional, reliable, efficient, and very easy to work with. The team worked quickly and safely and made sure everything was cleaned up afterward. Our yard looks so much better! Great service, great communication, and quality work. We're very happy with the results and would definitely use Guzman Landscaping again for future projects!

Great job landscaping and trimming trees. Excellent quality at very reasonable prices. Thank you!read more

I called and Jesus answered the phone and made me an appointment. Showed up on time described the…read moreissue with my gate , he fixed it and charged me a reasonable price. Hard to get this kind of simple customer service these days.

2 star is generous enough. He charged 250 for estimate ( onsite vusiting) without having notice me…read morethru texts or emails. He needs more transparency while doing business