Our driveway and a 5-foot tall retaining wall between our driveway and front yard were severely…read moredamaged and on the verge of collapse. We hired A-1 Stone to remove the concrete driveway and retaining wall, and then to rebuild the driveway with pavers and the retaining wall with concrete blocks. Additionally, proper drainage was installed behind the retaining wall. The work was performed by the company's owner, Paul Singh, along with two of his employees. Remarkably, A-1 Stone completed all the work in just three days, and the results are excellent. Everything looks great, and Paul and his team were a pleasure to work with. I would definitely consider contracting them again. I do have two (minor) recommendations for A-1 Stone to improve: Website Improvement: The company's website is somewhat lacking. It's difficult to see examples of their work or to assess their experience with specific types of projects. A portfolio showcasing past work would be very beneficial. Product Variety: The selection of colors and products they offered was rather limited. Other companies provided brochures featuring a range of stone colors and types, while A-1 Stone only offered a single option for our retaining wall: grey concrete blocks. Overall, it was a relief to work with A-1 Stone. They completed the job efficiently with great results, and there were no hassles or problems. Furthermore, both Paul and his employees spoke English, which made communication much easier, especially since many contractors employ workers who only speak Spanish or Portuguese.

We are so fortunate to have worked with Paul and his crew. We had him out to assess a failing…read moreretaining wall and they were able to begin and complete the process within the estimated time frame. Throughout the process he and his crew were very professional and respectful. We felt like they treated our project as if it was for their own property. One of our gates had to be removed for access and they were able to rebuild it as good as new. Some of the yard was a bit torn up as a result of the machinery but Paul offered to add top soil and even spread the grass seed and peat moss I had on hand! We had neighbors walk by and compliment on how great it looked while they were still completing it. I would absolutely recommend Paul and wouldn't hesitate to use him again for future projects.

My wife and I wanted to replace our aging 20 year old cedar deck in our backyard. So we contacted…read moreKevin Monohan, co-owner of Avalon NW Landscaping, and our neighbor up the street. The design effort was truly a collaborative process, which we liked. We met with him 4 or 5 times throughout the process to conceptualize and to come up with a design about the layout, the hardscapes, the plantings, and the timing and execution of the plans. Kevin always encouraged us to give our ideas for the patio. It was always a joy meeting with Kevin. He always considered our ideas and offered his advice on what he thought would be best design for our patio. And he was cognizant of our cost constraints and laid out options for us to consider. Kevin also immediately notified us of additional work that needed to be done that wasn't known in the early planning phases and we were able to make decisions about these changes. Kevin has an excellent combination of skills, both interpersonal and professional. The crew that did the work was also fantastic. The three workers arrived promptly at 7 AM, and worked diligently for three weeks and each day cleaned up the site meticulously. We were amazed at how proficient Avalon NW Landscaping was at keeping on track and on-budget with our backyard project. When it was all done, we were very pleased with the process and the outcome. We give them exceptional marks and would highly recommend using Avalon Northwest Landscaping. Cliff & Patti

You clicked on to my review and asked why 5 stars. My husband Chris and I give Avalon NW Landscape…read more5 stars because they deserve it. From the moment we meet with Kevin Monohan to the completion of our backyard this company did everything 110%. The response to your email/phone is immediate. The attendtion to detail is 110%. The workers that Avalon employ are knowledgable and professional people. They are happy to explain every detail from top to bottom. They are also prompt and timely. Whoever heard of a contractor that works on time!! Avalon does!! We were stunned that they showed up at the agreed upon time 7am--arrived at 6:58am, working by 7am, Finished at 3pm. When they completed their day the workers cleaned up their work and left our backyard looking as if their wasn't this big mess. Crazy huh?? If you want your backyard done right hire Avalon. You won't be dissapointed.

I called to ask for landscaping and he came back asking me questions which is understandable. Then…read moreI told him I don't know what you offer since I found you on Yelp and it doesn't say much. He told me to find someone else to do my yard wow

We did a fairly big project last year (at least in our opinion) where we needed to remove old,…read morecracked concrete and replace it as water was coming towards our foundation. Alejandro gave us multiple quotes and options between concrete and pavers and the prices were all laid out. His team worked hard and even noticed a drainage issue our patio had after tearing out the concrete. He quickly gave us a quote to fix the issue and now my basement does not have water entering during heavy rainfall. He is very responsive and I probably reached out with questions every other day. He always addressed and answered everything I had asked. I recommend Alejandro and his team all the time to my friends and colleagues and am hoping this review will help his business some more too. I'll likely reach out to his team again once we have some money saved up for another project.

I had a good sized project with many pieces - retaining wall replacement, level/grading of yard,…read moredeck repair, new fence, front walkway. Amado was excellent - he spent time during his initial visit discussing options and ensuring that he was providing options aligned to my priorities while being mindful of adding scope/cost. The work started and completed on time. The crew was fantastic - they showed up on time and also left the work areas tidy and clean every single day. The project lead, Moku, did a great job of checking in and keeping me informed of progress and plans for each day. He checked in to ask questions when they arose about design preferences. The team members were all very kind with my toddler and my nervous dog. The work done made huge improvements to my property and I highly recommend Sunny Seattle.

Over a year ago, I engaged this company due to their reported high-end quality. Initially, their…read morework appeared satisfactory; however, by Christmas of 2023, I observed a decline in the quality of their craftsmanship. It seemed that their workers were prioritizing the completion of their tasks to attend the company party. They informed me that my floor required an additional $5,500 for repairs. Despite this, the floor still exhibits signs of unevenness. The stairs, which were supposed to be high-end, were of substandard quality, and the company had to return to complete the job. However, the work was still under warranty, but it cost an additional $4,000 to fix the squeaking floor they created. The final caulking of the stairs was also unsatisfactory. The caulking of the trim was never completed. I had to hire an electrician to fix their mistakes, which cost several thousand dollars, as they are not certified electricians. Regarding the painting, I noticed several areas where the trim was overpainted and areas that were not adequately painted. I did not receive the high-end quality I expected. I had asked them not to ask me to provide a review, but I keep receiving notices, so I am providing one here.

Quick to provide a quote, and quick to get the job scheduled. We were very pleased with their…read moresuggestions and the final outcome.

Earthscapes LLC did an exceptional job on our front yard! Their landscaping design and plant…read moreselections were creative, considered our ideas, and are perfectly suited to our home. We particularly liked their ability to move and include existing plants in the redesign. The inclusion of rocks and steppingstones added a touch of elegance. The team of Rob, the owner, and Shawn worked efficiently and with great attention to detail. They were friendly, professional, and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire project. We are incredibly impressed with the results, from the redesigned landscaping, maintenance of the rear and side yards to the power-washed and leveled driveway pavers. We highly recommend Earthscapes LLC for their exceptional landscaping services.

Had a great experience several years ago when we hired Ted to build an outdoor grill island. Needed…read moreto replace the granite countertop recently and was stood up twice after making appointments to meet to discuss the project. No apologies, overall negative experience.

I hovered between 2 and 3 stars because the experience working with Travis was so disappointing,…read morebut at the end of the day, the work they completed was of fine quality. CFM took our deposit in June, didn't start the work until September and finally finished in November. Our front patio was torn up for 3 months. The fence had to be done twice--and only after Travis' father (who used to be the owner) came out was it done properly. They would never commit to timelines until a day or two before because there didn't seem to be any real project management. I could go on, but you get the idea. We cancelled the remaining portion of the project.

At first I was pleased with the initial consultation with Christopher and Diana. Their response was…read moreimmediate and they to found a time to give us a formal bid for a 15x25 paver patio. We were told that we were working with a family business that was given to the son and his girlfriend and they had been working together for 7 years (later Diana told me she was new to the business). They gave us great ideas how we could design our patio and fire pit, did measurements and said they would email a quote the next day. The day came and went as well as four other days. I called and texted per their voice mail request with no response. After I left a negative review, they got back to me stating their laptop and iPad were stolen. I gave them the benefit of doubt and they gave us a small discount off the price of the job. We decided to proceed. I give them 2 stars and here is why: 1. Chris was never seen or heard from again - they stated his Dad was sick and he left for Mexico for the summer. 2. Diana was only on site very briefly and occasionally - a handful of times, which I actually have documented. 3. The crew of 5 that was promised along with Diana or Chris always being on site only happened after I quit being polite and the last 2 days of installation, minus Chris or Diana. Diana only appeared after I said I was not releasing final payment. 4. The patio was to be level with the grass, per Chris they were to dig down 6-8 inches, the crew dug down 1 inch, I complained and a crew of 2-3 came out the next half day to dig deeper. Patio is still a good 3 inches above grass line. 5. Crew had no idea the size, dimension or details of patio, they kept asking ME how it was supposed to look. 6. Crew had the circle kit / pit in more than half the patio, I said that was not the design, had I not caught this, my pit would literally be off my second step - all unusable space. 7. We went back and forth from 1 step to 2 about 15x as the crew said they could then couldn't do it. 8. The pavers were laid incorrectly, when I told the two man crew they stated "don't you like it"? We had decided on particular pattern that wasn't being followed. Texted with Diana (as that was our only communication since we was never out to monitor the guys) and told them to relay the pattern. They tried to take the easy way out instead of relaying all the pavers, I said "Not acceptable" and directed them to pull them all up and start again. 9. I was told by a crew member who was laying the pavers that the border would have to be laid different directions on each side, horizontal on one and parallel on the other - I said NO they all can and will be laid in the same direction. 10. After pavers for patio were laid, the crew began to load all the leftover bricks - which were a ton. They had cut my grass 2 feet wider than they should have (since they had no plan to follow) and said I could plant grass. NO - we had plenty of pavers left, after a call to Diana they did lay the additional 2x15 feet of pavers. 11. Fire pit was NOTHING like we agreed. We told them we wanted a propane pit, the igniter switch and start switch on the side. Chris stated "NO Problem" and that he could even build a cover for the tank. NONE OF THIS HAPPENED AND IT WAS A DISASTER. 12. Fire pit was supposed to have a cap around the top - crew never finished it, built it too tall making for the cap to not be installed. the pit should have been 33" circle fire, we ended up with a 24 13. Diana brought me a regulator for a bbq/propane, had I used it for the pit it would have blown up. 14. To get my fire pit useable and somewhat appealing cost me another $300 - After my text to Diana about holding payment she removed that cost from my final bill. 15. The plastic trim that goes around the pavers to hold them tight was not complete around the back of the pit circle, I was told it was not needed, have you ever seen half a border, it looked unfinished and forgot. I stated they needed to finish the border whether it was cosmetic or not. 16. The same day I made final payment to Diana, Chris sent me a message to ask if the patio pavers was done to my satisfaction, he never replied to my response. 17. After having a rainy day, the patio is NOT level and we have water that pools and sits on top of the pavers. Had Castro their Project Manager been on site like he was the final two days, I believe this all would have went a lot smoother, had less problems and errors and I would have had a pleasant experience. If you want to be the project manager, do all communication by text, and have nothing done that was promised, this is your company. May 2020 - Due to the poor build quality, danger to the lack of ventilation and the igniter being below the burner our firepit was a hazard. Our pit did not pass inspection and cost us an additional 3k to have a professional company rebuild the whole pit.

These couple are scamming people in King County. Be aware! The law enforcement is chasing them Now…read more They showed up at my house, gave me a proposal with a Competitive price, took my check and never showed up to do the work. They are dangerous! The guy's name is Christopher Herrera and he shows up with a woman he says is his wife. He has tattoos all over face, neck and hands.

I contracted Kevals Pavers for a big project in my backyard. They did a good job for fair prices.read more

We had Kevals replace our existing hardscape, consisting of a paver patio and two connecting paver…read morepaths that curve around to the front of our house. The patio looks fine; the work on the paths, less so. By far the biggest disappointment concerns Kevals not standing behind their work. They rushed through the last phases of the job and, among other missteps, failed to adequately sand between the paver joints. The owner assured me on multiple occasions and with seeming sincerity he would remedy the problems. He hasn't. I have been patient and waited months before writing this review. I cannot recommend Kevals.