We recently hired Mendenhall Concrete to replace our driveway, widen it by 6 feet, install a new…read moreL-shaped front walkway, replace and widen the side walkway to our garage, and redesign the front entry by eliminating a crumbling brick step and incorporating it into the new walkway. I can honestly say this was the best experience I've ever had with a home improvement contractor. From start to finish, Mike Stratton and his team were outstanding. Mike is friendly, responsive, knowledgeable, and clearly takes pride in his work. He was flexible throughout the project as I made a few design changes along the way, and he was always willing to discuss options and offer thoughtful recommendations. What really impressed me was that many of Mike's best ideas didn't increase the cost of the project. He suggested installing a sleeve under the new driveway so I could easily run irrigation or electrical lines to the other side in the future, something I hadn't even thought about before he mentioned it and will almost certainly make use of. He also recommended embedding a drainage pipe beneath one area of the concrete so that, if drainage ever became an issue, it would already be in place and could easily be tied into. He also recommended removing the old porch step to create a seamless, modern transition to the front entry. As we discussed different layout ideas, including curves versus straight runs, he made it clear that the cost would be the same regardless of which design I chose, allowing me to focus on what looked best rather than what cost more. The workmanship was exceptional. The crew was professional, friendly, and obviously very experienced. You could tell these are craftsmen who have been doing this for a long time. They worked efficiently, never seemed rushed, and paid attention to the details. Mike stopped by every day, often multiple times, to check on progress, answer questions, and make sure everything met his standards. The project stayed on schedule from beginning to end, with each phase flowing smoothly into the next. They also went above and beyond at the finish by repairing stucco that had been disturbed during construction, rehanging my gate, and even patching some older stucco adjacent to the project that wasn't really part of the job. The finished driveway and walkways look fantastic and have completely transformed the curb appeal of our home. Just as importantly, the work looks incredibly solid. Even the walkways were built with the same attention to durability as the driveway. Nothing about the project felt like corners were being cut. The price was also very fair. In fact, another contractor I'm working with on a separate project, someone who frequently works alongside concrete companies, told me that the price I paid was very reasonable for the scope of work being performed. I recommend Mendenhall Concrete without hesitation. When I'm ready to tackle the backyard, they'll be my first call.

I hired this concrete company for two separate projects, including backyard pavement work…read more Unfortunately, both experiences were stressful and uncertain. The main issue was that we would agree on a scope of work and price, but after the job started, he would later complain about the price or try to change the terms. On one project, he initially offered a discount if I paid cash, but about a week later said he could no longer honor that arrangement. I agreed to pay the full amount because he is also my neighbor across the street and I wanted to keep things friendly. I also asked him to repair damaged stucco under my patio doors, and he agreed to include that work. While I was traveling, he sent me a bill for the full amount, and I paid assuming the agreed work had been completed. When I returned, I found that the stucco repair had not been done. I asked him again to fix it. He sent a long message complaining about the price and scope of the work, apologized, and said he would fix it -- but he never did. After dealing with repeated complaints, uncertainty around agreed pricing, and unfinished promised work, I gave up. I would not hire him again. In my opinion, there was too much inconsistency and stress for work that should have been handled clearly and professionally.

Vindel's Construction did an absolutely amazing job at our home in Scripps Ranch. They demolished…read moreour old concrete and pavers and installed new pavers that turned out beautifully. Berlin's communication was always on point, and he and his team took the time to deliver truly exceptional work at a great price. The attention to detail was impressive, especially when it came to drainage. They went the extra mile by adding two additional drains, including one that I can tie into in the future if needed. They weren't just focused on finishing the job--they thought ahead and really set us up for success long-term. You'll get a great sense of who Berlin is from the moment you meet him. He is clearly an honest, hardworking man and a true gentleman. That character shows in the way he communicates, runs his business, and stands behind his work. I'll be needing more paver and concrete work soon in Valley Center, and I look forward to hiring Berlin and his team again. Berlin is an absolute professional who doesn't miss a step. I highly recommend Vindel's Construction!

What a wonderful man! Polite, helpful, friendly and very knowledgeable! I wasn't able to do my…read moreproject after all, but if I ever do, Vindel's Construction will be doing the work!

Minez Concrete did exactly what we needed done. Ozzie and his employees were there early every…read moremorning. Built a retaining wall, leveled the yards, added drains from back yard to the Front yard. Replaced sidewalks, driveway and patio..They were efficient, dependable and finished In such a reasonable amount of time. I would recommend them to family they were so impressive. Thank you Ozzie Connie K

A JOB WELL DONE We…read morehave a long concrete driveway that curves up a hill to our home. The driveway is 47 years old and was in need of repairs to the driveway and to replace a low curved concrete wall on one side of the driveway, which was badly damaged by time and a large truck. From the Yelp website, I selected 3 five-star contractors for bids to repair the driveway. I'm in my late eighties and handicapped, but in my younger days I worked in construction starting back in 1952 as an apprentice carpenter. I have worked on many projects where I built forms to pour concrete for homes, high rise buildings, and underground tunnels. I have also worked on cementing casing in oil wells as deep as two miles and I have personally poured and finished concrete at my own home. So needless to say, I know a lot about concrete and construction in general. Now that I'm too old and crippled up to work, I'm always apprehensive when I have to hire men to work for me. All too often you get people who lack the skill and experience to do a proper job and often, they don't care how the job turns out. Then they leave behind a mess for the homeowner to clean up. When Oswaldo Minez came to look the job over prior to submitting a bid, I was very impressed with his knowledge and attitude. He told me he was the son of a father and son business and that was my background as well until my father's early death at a young age. The bid from Minez Concrete was the lowest bid and I gave them the contract. A few days later they called to say they had an unscheduled delay in their next job and they could begin work at our home. Oswaldo said they would show up at 7 AM and to my surprise the crew arrived right on time and every day thereafter. Oswaldo's father, Ramon is in charge of the actual work and I could tell right from the start that Ramon is an old school craftsman. He has trained his crew to be competent workers. Too often companies in southern California show up with a boss, who doesn't know what he is doing, and untrained men hired to work by the day. Not the Minez Company, their men are professional workers, who know their craft. On several occasions I have hired people and had to stand there all day making sure the job was done right and sometimes pitching in myself to do the job. After watching the Minez crew for a short time, I knew we were in good hands and I went back into the house. Every time I came out to observe progress there was Ramon supervising his men while working beside them to give us a first-rate job. The repairs all turned out beautifully and several people have commented upon how nice the driveway looks. To be honest, I wasn't expecting the work to go so smoothly and quickly. It was such a surprise and relief to be treated so well with a beautiful result. Oswaldo kept us informed regarding progress and his suggestions and those of Ramon contributed greatly to the final outcome. If you want a first-class experience at a fair price then hire Minez Concrete. They know what they are doing and they do the job right for a fair price. In today's world, that is rare.

This was our second project with Need For Build. The first project was a hardscape of our front…read moreyard and driveway. It went so well we came back. This job was completely different and involved a remodel where we wanted custom shelves and new windows added in a side room. We worked with Michael again as well as Haley to design the space. We loved the results, and were satisfied with all of the team who were pleasant, professional and did fantastic work. Michael and Haley kept us updated on current events and kept the line of communication open. It was great having them drive the work. In addition, company representatives regularly contacted us to ensure we were happy and if we had any concerns. We will be back!

Our 3rd project with NFB. Osher was incredible. He went above and beyond all throughout the process…read moreand was so helpful and patient with our questions (and last- second changes). It's tough to find a good contractor these days and NFB has been so good we've used them 3 different times in the past few years, from a small patio to a full bathroom addition, and most recently with flooring and a kitchen remodel.

I can't say enough good things about my experience with Tim. This was by far the best landscaping…read moreexperience I ever had. Tim listens to what you want and figures out the best way to make it work. He and is crew are very professional. He delivered on budget, on time and no issues. Work quality beyond my expectations. The project involved extensive paving, tile work, planters, irrigation, drainage, pergola, grass area, fire pit, custom/built-in BBQ, water feature, hot tub power, 220V heaters for patio, low voltage lighting and trees and plants appropriate for the area. All electrical and gas done with permits. I would highly recommend Tim for your outdoor project. We have an amazing, lovely backyard to entertain thanks to his vision and execution.

We bought a new house in Rancho Peñasquitos and needed a contractor for both Hardscape and…read moreLandscape. We reached out to Tim for a quote and he recommended a landscape architect for us to work with. We settled on a plan that my wife was very pleased with. Tim gave us a quote and we are off. Him and his team worked very quickly and we were extremely satisfied with the results. His team worked hard throughout the Christmas and New Years holidays to meet their stretch deadline. Tim was very friendly and his team showed up at 8am promptly every day. He made some suggestions to the backyard paver pattern that my wife really liked. It makes it look so much more interesting. I would highly recommend Tim and his crew if you have any landscaping needs.

Prestige Concrete constructed and designed my backyard. The team was reliable and friendly to work…read morewith. The leadership followed up daily on progress. Worth the investment it brought to my property. I would highly recommend.

Efficient, attentive and responsive, easy to work with, nimble and flexible. Great experience with…read morethese guys and would use them again in a heartbeat. Definitely recommend. Matt Carver pulls it all together and really got the overall experience into the end zone.

I'm watching Eagle Paving turn my old road, rutted driveway, & gravel parking lot into a beautiful…read moreasphalt freeway! The men are running around like ants on an anthill! I can't wait to drive on it. They were easy to work with, affordable for my neighbors & my family. The entire subdivision will have new roads. Yippee. I recommend any subdivision with private roads that need re-paving to call Jorge at Eagle Paving. He made it easy for us.

Mario and his crew from eagle paving, will only give you poor craftsmanship. on top of that they'll…read moreuse low grade asphalt. after a 1.5 months, my driveway is very soft. you can't even turn without ripping up the top layer... Save yourself a lot of trouble and use someone else.

Agui's Concrete made our multi unit foundation project smooth from start to finish. They provided a…read moreclear, detailed estimate with a full price breakdown, and although their price wasn't the lowest, they clearly showed why it was justified. Daniel kept us updated at every stage while coordinating seamlessly with the framer. Ricardo was hands on with the crew, and I even saw both him and Daniel handle the inspector answering every question confidently and passing on the first try. Professional, reliable, and committed to quality highly recommend.

Very efficient and reasonable pricing. Was not an easy job. Very good communicationread more