This was my very first time hiring anybody to do any sort of landscaping work. I was ignorant going…read moreinto it so I had to lean heavily into the landscapers expertise on what would be best for what I wanted to achieve. After getting a few quotes, I chose Lee's Concrete because he impressed me the most with the ideas he presented, not being pushy or sales-y, while also staying competitive price wise. He is also officially licensed for concrete. The project started around May 2025, and completed towards the end of July 2025. It consisted of concrete pouring, artificial turf installation, irrigation routing and laying out gravel/river rocks in planting areas. Also, a 2D layout diagram was provided for me to submit to HOA for approval. Below is a list of critiques ranked starting with my biggest letdowns: #1) WEEDS. Not via the concrete, but the artificial turf that was laid out. Lee offered artificial turf installs during my contractor search. My main reason for getting artificial turf was to have little-to-no maintenance. But, mines constantly has weeds growing out of the edges due the gap in the ends not being sealed. My next door neighbor had artificial turf installed by another landscaper and never has any weeds growing out of the edges ever. They had theirs installed after mine. Maybe it was my fault for not communicating that need initially. But at the same time, I thought having artificial turf laid out and it preventing weed growth on the edges would be a given. #2) Blotchy concrete coloring on front yard. My backyard's concrete coloring was pretty consistent and I was very happy with how it turned out. But my front yard was very blotchy and inconsistent. I was told that this is normal and will take about a year to cure and to give it time. Another reason was for differing "pH levels" for the area where the concrete was laid. Well... a year has passed and it has kind of improved here and there, but not so much in other parts. So, I'm a little hesitant to believe it that is actually the reason. It doesn't make sense to me that all the concrete laid out in my entire neighborhood doesn't look as bad as how it looks on my driveway. Structurally, it's fine. But it is a bit of an eye-sore looking at it every time I'm in my front yard. #3) I felt like I spent more time than I needed to checking for imperfections. A main one was my vinyl fence and cinder block wall getting dirty from the concrete pours. Another big one was the cinder block retaining wall in my backyard not being symmetrical on the edges. I had to call it out a few times to even get it fixed. Once it was finally fixed, my vinyl fence had residue from the cinderblock wall fix. By that time, I had gotten fatigue from having to constantly call out imperfections and let that one go. #4) You don't really know when the landscapers will come out to do the work. If I remember correctly, they would come out most weekdays. But, you wouldn't know if they would show up the next day or not. Not too big of a deal honestly. I'm more picky about this because I like to keep the side gate to my backyard locked and not knowing when to unlock it in the morning was just a tiny annoyance. I ended up just unlocking it first thing in the morning and locking it in the evening every weekday. Overall, I'd rate the project a 3 or 3.5 out of 5 - which I think is a very fair assessment. I'm relatively happy how it looks at the end. But there were a few bumps along the way which is why I cannot give a 5 out of 5. It pains me to write the above critiques and not be able to give the highest rating because Lee and the rest of his team were all very nice people. But there definitely could've have been improvements for the entire project.

Opened a project to get quotes for concrete work at my home and scheduled an appointment with Lee…read moreso he could take measurements and discuss the details for the estimate. The appointment was set for today from 10:00-11:00 AM. At 11:21 AM, I received a text saying he couldn't make it. We had already adjusted our original 12:00-2:00 PM appointment to accommodate your request to move it earlier after you reached out yesterday. This is not a great first impression, and the communication has been less than ideal. We set aside time from our workday to be available during the agreed appointment window. I understand schedules can get busy, but so do your clients'.

I found Padilla's Concrete through an instagram add... They were way better than expected! Owner is…read moregreat person to work with and communicate. They crushed it on my driveway. They were reliable, quick, and clean. I'm already looking forward to the next project. Thank you again Padilla's Concrete!!

Did not come to schedule appointment, did not call back or anything to reschedule…read more Professionalism's was not there.

I cannot say enough good things about Luis and his team. He re-installed my brick patio, which I…read morehad put in myself more than 25 years ago. It had sunk in spots and created trip hazards. He offered reasonable pricing with no surprises and quality craftsmanship. He treated me with honesty and respect, showing up when he promised. The job took exactly how long he promised as well, which was a nice bonus. Plus, his suggestion for how the bricks were laid out looks amazing. He and his team worked hard all day and didn't mind my many questions. Luis is the best!

After reviewing Luis' reviews, which were great, I hired him to cement an area that was left open…read moreafter removing an old in-ground spa area. He and his team did a great job! They were on time, clean and Luis communicated consistently with me. Definitely would recommend LR Masonry.

It is very difficult getting a response from Dan. There were several times we attempted to meet up…read moreand it wouldn't happen. Finally he had me call him over FaceTime to discuss what needed to be done for our project. The issue is a shared wall between myself and neighbors and Dan said he has experience dealing with this. I sent him photos for our quote since he said that would be all he needed. This was on 11/30. I never heard from him again despite calling, texting, and reaching out thru Yelp. It's very disappointing but I guess it's to be expected when someone is already difficult to reach at the onset. In any case finding a reputable contractor who is reliable and response is key in any project. If you have someone that doesn't respond or reply its red flags for sure. Update: Thanks for responding, Dan. Your reply actually proves my point. For the record, I never asked you to help with anything "fake." I asked for a quote -- the one you said you could give based on photos -- and then you stopped responding. That's all this was about. If you simply told me this project was not for you that would have been the end of it. You ghosting and then responding to me on Yelp in such an unprofessional manner is what is crazy. Calling the situation "fake" also shows a misunderstanding of California property law. Tree-root damage to a shared wall is a real, common issue here, and nothing I described was unusual. Your decision to jump to insults is exactly why I warned others about your lack of basic communication and professionalism.

Dan did an exceptional job on designing and constructing the concrete and planters for our new…read morefirepit area. Working with the space, he offered an original design and added several items at a discounted rate. Additionally, the customer service was unparalleled and was one of the few good experiences we have had with contractors. We plan to do more concrete work in the future and will certainly use the Masonry Team again.

I would like to recommend Ivan's Masonry for your outdoor improvement projects if you are looking…read morefor outstanding craftsmanship and value for your money. We hired Ivan's Masonry for two jobs: driveway renovation and a new stairway with walkway. From onset it was a long journey for us figuring out what material we will be comfortable with. Ivan patiently consulted us on every available material: concrete, stamping, coloring, and many styles from different providers of concrete pavers. None really resonated with our vision. After a month of research we ended up selecting clay pavers for their traditional look and lasting quality. The problem was that no contractor in our area would even consider working with clay pavers. Initially Ivan also refused but with some prodding he actually agreed to install clay pavers and did an amazing job. The team would start consistently punctually at 7 am and worked full days. Ivan, the owner, would work on the job 100%, including operating the equipment and setting the pavers. The site was kept reasonably clean and the process was well organized. We love the results. Our house became the model for the street as a first house with pavers. Many people complimented on the improvements and expressed the desire to contract with Ivan's Masonry. We are wising Ivan to prosper in his business, and for you guys - wishing you to choose your masonry contractor wisely. Go Ivan's Masonry!

Had a great experience with this company. Communicated initially via text. Received a quote for a…read more22ft long cement block wall that was very fair in price and this team came out and knocked it out in one day with great quality. Very impressed and if I need any turf work in the future, Ivan's Masonry is my first phone call.

This is our go to place for cedar mulch, rock and DG. Employees are friendly and very efficient…read morewhen having it scooped into our truck. We have also had it delivered and it's very impressive to watch them dump the load of mulch and rock!

Our finishing touches for our new front yard landscape project led us to O.F. Wolfinbarger. They…read morehave been a landscape material staple in the area for decades, and we always had a fantastic experience. Regarding the facility, it is the most organized landscape and material business I have seen. The area is sectioned off by material type and easy to navigate. In addition, they keep all of the areas clean. This time, we needed several cubic yards of rock for the final phase of our front yard landscape project. The staff members were super friendly and clearly had a background in good customer service. The ladies were so helpful and patient, while we selected what we wanted. They also made suggestions. Measuring cubic yards is not the easiest thing to do (at least for me), so I was a little concerned I might have ordered too much. The staff explained we could pickup the material in phases, and anything we did not need would be refunded to our credit card on file. Well, my measurements were slightly over what we needed, and the refund process over the phone was seamless. I highly recommend O.F. Wolfinbarger for any building or landscape material needs. They have a great selection, and the service is top notch!

I have only good words for JR Concrete and Masonry. Juan delivered more than he promised. He…read morefinished the job in a timely manner. Very honest and respectful and did an excellent job. We renovated our tennis academy's tennis courts. From demolition to rebar to concrete, he and his crew did an excellent job. They even worked on the weekend as they know we had a timeline to beat. Not to mention the reasonable price he quoted us. Just good words for this company. Highly recommend him.

We recently had some work done and could not be happier. We requested a quote through Yelp on a…read moreSunday and Juan got back to us within 10 minutes of our request. He was fine with us sending photos and measurements, but he went one step further and asked us if we'd like him to come out to our property the same day to give us an exact price. He gave us a very reasonable quote and walked us through the entire process. He explained everything in detail and made sure we were completely comfortable before starting the project. He and his team had excellent communication from start to finish, worked incredibly fast and did an outstanding job completely cleaning up the area when they were finished. Highly Recommend!

We worked with StackWall over 13 years ago to install our concrete fence. Recently we had the need…read morefor some minor repairs due to settling ground. The company stood by their product and came out to make the repairs. They are a solid, reliable company we recommend 13 years later!

Design, materials and workmanship were super; love my wall. Make sure all contingencies are…read moreunderstood and covered.

We had A&R build us a block wall and they were Awesome. Above and beyond with everything They did…read more They went to bat with our city and fought for us. I would recommend them for everything they do. Their workers were very clean, professional, and great attitudes. At the end of the day,

My husband and I were looking to have a retaining wall added to our property so we could expand our…read morebackyard. Since we had a slope we needed the wall installed and then to have some old concrete removed and a good amount of new concrete poured. Rick went over our options and cost, and we decided on the route to go with. My neighbors highly recommended Rick and his team for the job. Communication and scheduling was very easy. Pricing was extremely reasonable, especially when you consider you have the best team for the job. They handled the permit with the city and kept me updated as the work was being completed. Everything looks beautiful and we are extremely happy with how this project turned out. Zero issues or hiccups, just an amazing team of professionals getting a job done perfectly and quick.

I asked for a clean landscaping design, and these giys delivered. Good communication, friendly and…read moreeasy to work with. Worth the price, outstanding job.

John just finished a small backyard project for me and I am very happy with his quality of work at…read morea fair price. He was responsive and professional during the planning and he and his team arrived on time to my home to start. The entire process was seamless and I will definitely reach out to him again in the future if I need anything else.