The cement on the outside edge of my garage was starting to crack after 25 years of driving over…read moreit. I knew if we didn't patch it, the cracking would continue further into the garage. Was able to get in touch with Hulu right away and he came by 30 minutes later to give me an estimate. He applied the cement patch several days later. Was happy to get the patch applied

Not sure how Hulu is getting so many 5 star reviews based on our experience…read more Communication: non-existent. Had to follow-up multiples times just to secure a consultation. Service: lacking as well. Showed up to our home and we had to repeat exactly what / where the problem areas were. Upon inspecting, didn't consult, but rather hastily left even without an idea of next steps. It's been two weeks now since the in-person consult and we still haven't received a follow-up or estimate. Sure, Hulu's work may be sound, but we will not be working with this company as there are better options out there if communication and service are important to you.

I can't share enough positive things about Steve and the crew at Avon…read more Our home is relatively old for the area and has a specific look and feel. After seeing some stone work at a friends in Lamorinda we were referred to Steve and Avon and the work didn't disappoint. They were 100% on target with the style, their bid (when was the last time you didn't have to do a change order?!) and their layout and leveling recommendations. Also, and very importantly, the crew was always on time, patient with parking challenges, gracious and open to engage. The lead onsite took detailed notes, and the team was methodical and diligent. We have them coming back for two more projects and would refer them first for stone and masonry work. Project: front retaining wall customer cut around coast live oak roots. Back path with steps and landing in pavers, pergola patio leveled and filled with cross hatch brick, back patio in pavers with customer cut edging for grass, brick retaining wall and leveling for new sod, hothbub pad and walls customer cut to fit tub, planter box in pavers. They nailed the whole thing. So good.

We chose Avon Construction to replace our failing retaining walls. Steve came out to the house and…read morethoroughly explained how his crew would securely replace the walls. Throughout the job, Steve and his crew were friendly, very knowledgeable, hard-working, efficient. They kept us informed of each step and what to expect. They were very dependable: consistently on time, there when they said they would be there and completed the work in the time frame they estimated with excellent results. The walls looked great and there were no unexpected delays and they kept it all within budget. We highly recommend Avon Construction. Working with the entire company was a joy. From the office staff to the owner Steve to Oso and the other workers, they clearly know what they are doing and have a desire to do it right. Fantastic experience!

I recently hired Arias Concrete Contractor (Alvaro), and I couldn't be happier with the results…read more From start to finish, the entire experience was smooth, professional, and stress-free. The team was quick to respond, showed up exactly when they said they would, and took the time to explain every step of the process. The quality of their work is truly impressive--clean finishes, strong structure, and great attention to detail. I appreciate their honesty and reliability. There were no hidden costs or delays, and they stayed on schedule the entire time. They also made sure the area was clean and organized after the job was done, which made a big difference. If you're looking for dependable, high-quality concrete work, I highly recommend Arias Concrete Contractor.

I needed a concrete walkway installed in my side yard and made the right choice in Arias Concrete…read more Alvaro made the whole process simple and straightforward. His quote was detailed and fair. The work was scheduled quickly and questions answered promptly. On the day of the install, the crew worked very hard and efficiently to stay on schedule. Any complications or concerns were brought to my attention and I couldn't be happier on how everything came out. Beautiful new walkway. Professional work and results. Would highly recommend Arias Concrete.

Sam came over for an estimate on our very small concrete job…read more He was so courteous and helpful in every way describing the work to be done and how it would be taken care of. We decided to wait until our project involved a larger pour. Will not hesitate to contact him again in the future .

Sam and his crew did a great job! We had a slab of concrete with damage from tree roots. They came…read morein removed old concrete and tree roots, and poured new concrete in a few days time. They were polite and professional and offered a very fair price! Would 100% recommend Sam and his crew for any concrete work that you need!

We currently had someone come out to give us an estimate and was promised an email with pricing. I…read morecalled and left a message since we never heard back from them. I never got a response. Not a good way to start a relationship with new potential clients

Victor and his team really came to the rescue in our driveway project. We wanted to widen our…read moredriveway but there is a gas line and massive tree roots in the area that needed to be excavated. Due to the difficulty and risk involved for excavation, it was hard to find a contractor to take on the job but from my initial consult with Victor, him and his team noted their experience with these scenarios and he was confident they can do it in less than a day. On excavation day they brought the necessary equipment and tools and were very cautious about the gas pipe. They ended up finishing the job in less than a half day! To follow up, we realized we needed more excavation at the apron of the driveway and Victor again came to the rescue and excavated that for us a week later. I sincerely appreciate the time efficiency and skill that Victor and his team have in getting our excavation needs completed. I highly recommend Victor and his team and will always reach out to him first when we need more excavation for future projects. Thanks Victor!

We loved working with West Coast Hardscape to fix our backyard disaster in San Francisco; the…read moremonkey on our back that shady contractors inflicted upon us when they ruined our property last year. I'm sooo busy lately but I'm also very design and detail oriented, so I was really afraid of leaving this project without an any supervision during one of my busiest travel schedule to date. From our first consultation, Michael felt like a genuine dude whom I could trust to get the job done, so I didn't feel like I had to manage anything or directly keep tabs on their work for the month or two it was completed AND WE STILL got the most gorgeous paver patio with curves to die for that I didn't even have to spec out myself. I feel like I just chose the pavers and Westcoast Hardscape made this beautiful new backyard happen magically. JK WE KNOW THEY PUT IN A LOT OF HARD WORK and the results speak for themselves. They were really patient and flexible with my insane schedule too, which made these cool cats even cooler. Needless to say would definitely work with them again for future projects!

I hired Michael and his team for a large hardscape project. To his credit, he has at times gone…read moreabove and beyond -- for example, hauling away construction debris that wasn't his to keep the site clean. But in general, he has not been able to provide a crew that delivers work matching the quality you'd expect for the price. His crew frequently doesn't show up, and he often doesn't know where they are. When they are on site, they drink alcohol and smoke heavily. One day they appeared to have thrown a party, leaving food and beer bottles scattered across my yard for me to clean up. They've also taken items from the job site belonging to the homeowners and never replaced them. They've made decisions that put people's safety at risk, with no urgency to fix them. The main steps to my yard had to be redone because they were all different sizes and sloping down. Instead of making a plan to ensure a rapid repair, they tore up the stains and left the site a hazard. He then asked for payment for materials and tools to redo his mistakes. Michael doesn't seem to have real control over his crew and only shows up when an issue is escalated or when he needs payment. As homeowners, we shouldn't have to micromanage a contractor this closely just to know what his own crew is doing or when to expect them. On multiple occasions, his crew told him they were on site when they clearly were not. We have cameras. He also asked me to cover the cost of tools he should already have as a professional in this trade -- for instance, a wet stone-cutting tool to control concrete dust and protect his workers from inhaling it. Despite asking multiple times, his crew seemed resentful when I requested wet cuts, even for their safety. At this point, having already been paid roughly 90% of the total cost, it seems he doesn't have the funds left to finish the job and is now stuck. Like other reviewers here, I've been more than patient -- but this project is months overdue and still incomplete.

We recently completed a landscaping project that included a new front lawn, a backyard fire pit and…read morefire ring, an expanded planting area, and new irrigation in both the front and back yards. Overall, we are happy with the finished project. The fire pit and planting area turned out beautifully, and the lawn looks great. There were a few dead spots in the new grass, but the team returned and repaired them. There were a couple of details that did not fully meet our expectations. We had a propane box installed to supply the fire pit, and we were disappointed with the cover, which was made from only two large standard tiles and does not look as finished as we had hoped. We were also surprised that much of the irrigation system was installed using flexible tubing rather than Schedule 40 pipe that was trenched and buried. Since much of the tubing is covered only by bark, we are concerned it could be damaged as people walk through the area. That said, Nick did a good job helping us plan the project and was very responsive whenever we had questions or concerns. Despite a few areas that could have been handled differently, we are pleased with the overall outcome.

We worked with Vanessa Grimaldo on a renovation of our backyard in Berkeley. Vanessa and Black…read moreDiamond Paver Stones transformed our dilapidated, overgrown backyard by installing paver stones, synthetic grass, a proper drainage system, and a rebuilt staircase. The finished backyard looks excellent and the quality of the construction appears high. Vanessa specifically provided excellent, white-glove service throughout the entirety of the project and was super responsive to all of our communication. We did have a number of issues arise with the crew (mainly excessive dust seeping into our house and trash being left behind on the neighbor's property line), as well as the accounting department (an accidental attempt at overcharging us), but Vanessa always did an excellent job of troubleshooting these issues and helping to guide everybody towards a resolution. She also worked diligently on our backyard design and expertly guided us through several iterations and unexpected construction issues. I highly recommend working with Vanessa and Black Diamond Pavers.

Wonderful service!! Pedro did a great job - our door looks beautiful- what a great business and…read moreservice! Highly recommend!

I'd like to share my great experience using Den Defenders, as I recently had a security door…read moreinstalled by them in November of 2024. When I began my search for a security door install company, it was quite difficult, because I live in Vallejo, and I didn't see many reputable options. I eventually stumbled upon Den Defenders during my search, and after doing some research on them, and seeing lots of positive reviews, I decided to call, and schedule an appointment with them. For my initial consultation appointment, I was set up with their awesome employee Mike Carson. Mike was the best to work with, as he was a very professional individual, who seemed quite knowledgeable about the products, and services that Den Defenders offered. Mike helped me find the perfect solution for my home, and family's needs, as we needed a door that would allow more airflow into Our home for the hot summers, while keeping out insects, and also being very secure, so that we can sleep without worry of any intruders entering our home. Mike recommended the Viewguard security door, as it appeared to meet all of my family's needs. After Mike educated us on the door, its quality, and its features, We were sold, so we ordered one, and set up an appointment for the install date. When it was install day, My family was very excited, because when we first seen the door, it looked like a very high-quality, and sturdy unit. The install took about a few hours, as my home needed some stucco modification for the door to fit, but the Den Defenders crew had all of the tools/ equipment to get the job done, and they even kept the area clean as they worked, which was a huge relief, and very professional on their part. I'd like to point out that I couldn't be more happier, and satisfied with my purchase, and I would highly recommend this company to anyone in the market for a high-quality security door installation. Before ending my review, I'd like to personally say a big thank you to Mike Carson for setting everything up, and ensuring a very satisfactory experience for me, and my family. I'd also like to thank the rest of the Den Defenders team for doing an exceptional job (I've included a picture in my review of the two crew members who did my install, and they were awesome, and very professional as well!). If I had to sum up my experience in a single phrase to promote the use of this company, I'd say that "The Den Defenders team delivers a quality product, and top-notch customer service." Thank you Den Defenders, on a job well done!