After researching eight masonry companies and receiving quotes from six, we selected John and his team at JMS for a major brick restoration project at my condo in Boston. This was a critical situation where the front façade was in danger of a total collapse and we needed a team of professionals that really knew what they were doing.
The first thing that separated JMS from the competition was the thoroughness of their proposal. John laid out in step-by-step detail what the issues were and the work that would be required, as well as the time involved and the costs to fix the problems. JMS, by far, provided the most detailed proposal. His pricing against the competition was fair, as well. Not the absolute cheapest (we did not want the cheapest) but very fair.
Second, JMS was the most communicative and "on it." They turned the proposal around very quickly and John was extremely fast to return calls and texts thereafter. Really, A+ on communication and staying on top of it. John and his team are very personable, professional and really good guys. I trust them and feel great about leaving this kind of referral after my experience with them.
End result was a completed brick restoration project to the front of the building that is structurally sound, looks great and came in on time and on budget. After that experience, me and the other condo owner contracted with JMS for additional work to the back of the building - foundation work - and had the same experience. In both cases John didn't want to conclude the projects until/unless we were fully satisfied, going the extra mile that regard.
I highly recommend JMS Masonry and Restoration for any masonry projects - large or small!
**** update: I hired JMS again for a small masonry project in my basement and as per usual with JMS, am thrilled with not just the finished results, but the overall experience! read more