(2018)
Pros: Easy to work with, knowledgeable (codes, drainage requirements, gas lines, etc.), great crew, high quality work with attention to detail, worked well with local building inspector, good ideas for enhancing the project.
Cons: Small operator, so you have to allow sufficient time (your patience will be rewarded, though); if you want cheap and un-permitted, he may be unwilling to do the work.
Description of project: Complete backyard/patio redo: ripped up old concrete -- including a buried concrete fountain(we think) -- rotting wood retaining wall, non-watered weed patch/lawn. Replaced with: large backyard paver patio; block retaining wall with stone siding and cap; large standalone pergola with roof and fan/light (our place to go in case of earthquake -- footings were incredible, steel posts, massive beams, all as specified by engineer of course) ; large stone sided, custom built natural gas fire pit; custom built outdoor natural gas barbecue/kitchen; artificial turf where weeds were; several outdoor GFI outlets for rotisserie on grill, additional lights, etc. All permitted and inspected. Fixed and replaced deteriorated drainage so all will now drian properly once rains come (I was most impressed by this).
Overall Summary: We enjoyed working with him and love the results -- we mostly live outside now! The dog loves to roll around and scratch her back on the plastic turf, so she also approves. read more