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    Irvine, CA

    Touchstone Masonry

    5.0 (22 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    One of our new front gates

    We had a great experience. We are grateful for the hard work that Alex, Hooman, and their entire team did to complete this project. We had them add a new portion of our brick wall fence on our sloped hill. It matches perfectly to the older section. We also had them build us two new property gates to match our front door. Everything turned out great.

    Laili M.

    Choosing touchstone masonry was the best decision I've ever made. They did an INCREDIBLE job bringing my vision to life. Their crew went above and beyond to exceed my expectations. My Yard has been the talk of the neighborhood! They're starting on my neighbors houses and I'll be recommending them to all my friends and family.

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    Pedram A.

    Our new home's rear yard had suffered from lack of water during the drought. Although we had some vague ideas, we hoped someone could help us make the decisions needed. We found Alex & Hooman on Yelp, were impressed by their customers' comments, and toured several yards they had done. During the process, we were so happy with the rear yard's progress that we decided to re-landscape our front yard as well. Touchstone re-did our drainage (completely clogged with roots), and built a concrete pad and retaining wall where our trash cans can park. Another small curved retaining wall was built to frame our water fountain. We have new drip irrigation, LED lighting, nicely-sized plants, artificial turf, and decorative rock locations--all installed per our wishes. When complete, they pressure-washed all our existing concrete flatwork and seat wall to make it all look new again. When an old pipe failed, they took the extra step to repair it as a courtesy to us. Their work was completed in a professional manner, on schedule, and was competitively priced. Our sincere appreciation to Hooman & Alex and their team for their great work to make our yard beautiful! Definitely recommend Touchstone Masonry!

    Alex & Hooman were easy to work with, checked in with me and their crew everyday. Very happy with the work provided and how my backyard turned out. Extremely happy with the results and with how responsive they are throughout the process!

    Thank you Alex & Hooman for doing a professional job. Touchstone and their crew were always on time and they paid attention to details. Highly recommend!

    I recently hired Touchstone masonry to remodel my backyard. Alex & Hooman did an outstanding job re-plastering my pool with white pebble. They also installed a beautiful BBQ structure with new concrete finish. They were very responsive to my requests. They installed all new pool equipment and were there during every inspection from the city, which was a lot of inspections.. Overall easy process with their crew. Would definitely recommend them!

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    Alex & Hooman brought our vision to life! They promptly replied to my request for a quote and listened to the ideas I had for our space and provided their professional opinion to come up with a final plan. They worked with my budget and kept to the expected completion timeframe. Within 4 weeks my new home located in a new construction community, went from dirt to private escape. Complete with drip irrigation, plants, deck, pavers, turf, lighting and gas and electric outlet for fountain. Our patio space is now our favorite place where we love to relax. I would highly recommend working with touchstone masonry

    I hired Alex & Hooman to redo about 100 linear ft around the perimeter of my property so i could actually get some use out of it. Very happy i hired the Touchstone Masonry team. Their crew were always on time and both Alex & Hooman were always available for my questions! Definitely would use them again.

    My fiancé and I moved in this condo unit about 2 years ago and the patio area has been an issue since we purchased the unit. As time has passed, the cracks in the concrete, the weeds growing through the cracks have grown progressively worse.. I called several landscaping companies for quotes (at least one company won't even consider the job unless we were willing to spend $75,000.00) before settling on Touchstone Masonry OC because the concept provided by Alex & Hooman was exactly what we were looking for. They made some good suggestions about the type of pavers and pet turf we should use and picked up the materials once we had made our selections. The project was broken up into two parts which started with the demolition and haul away of the cracked concrete. After the concrete was removed, the next couple of days consisted of laying a double mesh to prevent vegetation from growing back and several types of soil being used to level the patio. The different soil types were layered and were spread out across the patio. The second phase involved compacting the soils and laying the pavers and pet turf. The workers used a bubble level to make sure all the pavers were level as the were being laid onto the patio. Once all the pavers were in place, the crew lifted the pavers around the edges, dug a trench and filled the trench with a quick dry cement. They replaced the pavers they removed and waited for the cement to set. Once the cement was set, they filled in the cracks between the pavers with a special sand. The next part was measuring, laying in and nailing down the pet turf. Once the pet turf was in place, the crew planted the solar lights we had purchased into the pet turf at a reasonable distance from each other. The final part of the project was sealing the special sand into the cracks which prevents the sand from coming out of the cracks if we hose off or sweep the pavers. If too much of the sand is removed from the cracks, the pavers will come lose since only outside pavers are cemented in placed. Alex & Hooman showed up several times during the course of the project to make sure things were being done to our satisfaction. The project was complete in the specified time frame and we couldn't be happier with the end result. I would highly recommend Touchstone Masonry OC if you are thinking about hiring someone for a landscaping project!

    Touchstone masonry handled our backyard remodel which consisted of demo, installation of new pavers, BBQ islands, water feature, plants, irrigation, artificial turf and some lighting. Hooman & Alex worked with us to execute our design ideas and offered tasteful solutions to accomplish our remodel goals. The touchstone masonry team were very hard working and accommodating to our change requests. They installed a 4k Aluminum patio cover for us which looks amazing and gives us plenty of shade. We are extremely happy with our end product and recommend Touchstone Masonry.

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    California Outdoor Living

    California Outdoor Living

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    CAOL and JC came up with the most reasonable quote for the job…read more The job involved excavating soil, connecting the gutter to the house drain but the installation required removal of pavers around the front yard. They completed the work in less than a day which included pressure washing and filling the spaces between the pavers using filling polymer sand. We are extremely happy with the results. The job was completed satisfactorily.

    This company is very fast and JC always maintained strong communication. There were some minor…read moredisappointments, but overall we were happy with the work that was done. My wife and I have a new-build that required additional landscaping of our backyard. We eventually decided to go with California Outdoor Living after reading all their positive reviews on yelp. In addition their quote was very competitive if not the best when looking at other contractors. We already had a design in mind for JC which made the process very quick. Although there was some misunderstanding with the design and drains throughout the process, JC was always responsive with his texts and quick to make adjustments. The moment we got our design approved by our HOA, the construction happened VERY FAST. We emailed California Outdoor living on a Wednesday evening of our approval. The very next day (Thursday), JC arrived to go over the outline. I do appreciate how fast things were done, but it was almost to a fault at times. They were ready to go by the next day but my wife and I didn't feel like we had discussed the plan and execution thoroughly enough. On Friday the construction workers were already digging out our backyard. They spoke only Spanish so communication was very difficult to ensure if our plan was executed appropriately. By Saturday all of the pavers were laid out. Construction was incredibly fast but because of that some details were lost in translation. We discussed with JC that we wanted an 11x14 ft paver island. However the final dimensions was 12.5 x 12.5 feet. We also wanted all the walls of our backyard to be lined with turf. However the paver border ran too close to one of the walls, that putting turf did not make sense. They only left 1 inch between the wall and the paver (see attached image). We appreciate how fast the work was done. The overall work was great BUT not exactly what we wanted. We felt rushed with the whole construction process. However everything was done in less than a week which was incredible! In addition, once the turf was laid out JC noted that window reflections from both our neighbors and our own windows would cause damage to the turf. He informed us this can happen sometimes. Going back to rushing things and not being thorough, we wished JC took the time to look at our backyard and factor in this possibility. If we had known the reflections could damage this area we would have changed our turf design. At the end of the day they are just executing our design, but it's these minor things that left us feeling like our backyard could have been better. However we are still very thrilled with the overall speed and communication done throughout the process! Would still recommend this company. But these small critiques are definitely something to keep in mind for future clients.

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    (135 reviews)

    We had a great experience with Carlos, Carlos, and the crew. We had about 2,000 square feet of…read morepavers and a patio cover installed by West Hills. We are super happy with the project. Our back yard is incredible now. The crew started when they said they would, and those guys worked super hard. I was amazed at the progress they made each day. The pavers went in very fast. The side yard drainage issue I had is no more! That alone was worth a lot to me. The only hang up was the patio cover. We had to get a permit, and the city took forever because of limited appointments due to COVID. Carlos did his best to keep things moving along. It also took some time to get the materials. I think the price was reasonable for all the work that was done. Carlos checked in regularly, and made sure the job was progressing. Everyone on the crew was very nice when I went out to check on progress. We are very satisfied. I will not hesitate to recommend or use West Hills again in the future.

    Carlos and the team are simply awesome. They just paved my backyard with beautiful pavers. They…read moreare easy to work with and also referred another company to install patio covers. The job turned out better and quicker than expected. They worked 6 days a week, did the demolishing in a week and installed the pavers the other week. They also installed a retaining wall. They kept the yard clean and did a decent job cleaning after every day. Communication was easy and they will work with you if there are any issues. Carlos was very responsive. Highly, highly, recommend.

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    We had an excellent experience with Simple Outdoor Living. We liked that the design and…read moreconstruction phases were all done with their in-house staff. Once the design was agreed upon, we were given a price and a start date. We felt so comfortable with Bryan and his staff that we didn't even explore other bids once we had the design (which the customer owns) in place. Bryan, the owner, is very patient and knowledgeable and gives you the feeling that all the details will be taken care of. The contract was written with the amount of detail that the customer appreciates, especially with a project that involves so many elements. We especially liked working with Jonathan, our project manager, who always kept us informed and responded to our inquiries in a timely manner. We also found the employees to be extremely hard-working and friendly. They left the property clean after each work day. We would use this company again for our next landscape project.

    Highly Recommend - Professional, Knowledgeable, and Honest…read more​I had a fantastic experience working with Bryan. We started with a Zoom consultation where I was able to walk him through the property and the scope of the project. Bryan is incredibly knowledgeable and easy to talk to, making the whole process seamless. ​What stood out most was his professionalism and transparency. Even when our Zoom connection dropped, he called me immediately to finish the conversation without missing a beat. He was also very honest about the value of different tree sizes, guiding me toward the right functional solution rather than just pushing the most expensive option. It's rare to find that level of integrity!

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    Echo Family Landscaping

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    We used Echo Landscape for a complete backyard renovation, which included full demolition, new…read morelandscaping and hardscaping, and an outdoor kitchen. From beginning to end, Jake and his team were professional, efficient, and great to work with. Jake was incredibly proactive and involved throughout the entire process. He consistently followed up, met with us to select flooring samples and plants, worked within our HOA guidelines, and provided everything we needed for HOA approval. He also stayed on top of the permitting process and followed up with the city to keep everything moving. What we especially appreciated was the quality of their work and attention to detail. The crew never rushed the project just to get it done. They took the time to make sure everything was done properly while still keeping the project moving and staying on schedule. The entire crew was hardworking and very respectful of our home and space throughout the renovation, working 6 days a week. Even after the project was completed, Jake continued to be extremely responsive. We had a few minor items that needed follow-up, and he addressed them right away. We really appreciated that the same level of service and responsiveness continued even after the job was finished. We're so grateful to Jake and his team for doing such an amazing job and completing everything on time so we could enjoy our new backyard this summer. We love how everything turned out and would highly recommend Jake and the Echo Landscape team to anyone considering an outdoor renovation!

    I can't say enough great things about Jake Joe and his team at Echo Homes. From start to finish,…read morethe entire experience exceeded my expectations. Our project included a full transformation of our backyard, courtyard, and side yard, and the results are absolutely stunning. Jake installed two custom fire pits, beautifully laid porcelain tile, and a customized louvered patio cover. He also helped with the placement of patio pots and selecting plant material, carefully considering sunlight, plant hardiness, and overall aesthetics. Everything feels perfectly balanced and thoughtfully designed. Even though I had a professional landscape design to start with, Jake suggested several updates that elevated the entire space, giving it a more modern and upscale look. He truly has an exceptional eye for detail and is resourceful at troubleshooting. His crew, Moi and Paco, were equally impressive. They were onsite every day from 7am to sunset, Monday through Saturday, and their work ethic was unmatched. Moi, in particular, stood out. He is incredibly diligent, knowledgeable, and professional. It was clear that they approached every step with care, always "measuring twice and cutting once." They took the time to think through details and identify potential issues before making any cuts, which gave me a lot of confidence in their craftsmanship. Jake's commitment to quality really sets him apart. If something wasn't perfect in his eyes, he had his team redo it even if it was solely for aesthetics like the placement of a pot. His adjustments and recommendations made the final result even better. This wasn't only about getting the job done quickly, it was definitely about getting it done right. The end result is top-notch, and I couldn't be happier. Highly recommend Jake Joe and Echo Homes to anyone looking for high-quality, thoughtful, and beautifully executed landscaping work. (I wish I could've said this about my house remodeling contractors - no comment!)

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    My family had an urgent privacy hedge landscape project along our backyard fence to protect against…read morerude neighbors. We got quotes from 3 highly rated Orange County landscaping companies, and learned in the process that our home did not have an irrigation line setup. These were a summary of the different companies responses: Company 1 (Most expensive estimate): "Getting water will be tough, I will build you a quote in 2 DAYS." Company 2 (Second most expensive estimate): "We can't get water, you will have to water them yourself." Hillside Pavers (Best value estimate): "We will figure it out. Here's the estimate and AI visual of the hedges in your backyard. We can start first thing on Monday and be done in 2 days." Hillside Pavers, specifically Project Manager/Designer Heather, her crew, and Administrator Valentina, is the team you want to work with. There's the basic pluses of a very well-valued estimate and a beautiful job done, and then there's the extended pluses that turn a project into an experience.  Heather on the design/project side and Valentina on the administrative/finances side listened to our project's needs, not only during the estimate's beginning stages, but throughout the project, all the way through to the final payment method. Both Heather and Valentina have genuine hearts, and as a team were very willing and extremely kind to accommodate our needs throughout the entire experience. As a pregnant stay at home mom with a young son, I felt more than comfortable and taken care of, and happy to be working with other women in this field as other quotes I had gotten were from male dominant companies that showed different in their correspondence. A true gem of a team and company. I couldn't recommend this company and team more. Big thanks!

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    Had a great experience with Rescrete. I first spoke with Armando, who scheduled for Allen to come…read moreout and go over my flooring options. Allen was helpful and explained the different choices available. The entire consultation took roughly 30 minutes. We decided to keep the original concrete flooring and simply put a medium semi-gloss finish on top. We decided not to go with the epoxy flooring with speckles. After the consultation, we scheduled for the project to begin the following week. Armando gave me a friendly reminder call the day before and explained the process and timeframe for completing the job. The team showed up on time and did a great job prepping everything before getting started. Armando and his team were super kind and friendly throughout the entire process. Overall, it was a smooth and easy experience!

    Armando and his guys refinished our entire back patio, including garden planter bricks, brick…read morecolumns in the front of our house, and driveway bricks. It looks fabulous. The back patio was 1970s looking brown pebble tec around the pool and patio area (which was fading and coming loose), and the side driveway was painted concrete which got super slippery in the rain. I wanted something textured that my kids wouldn't slip on, and I wanted to tie the whole house together with one uniform coating. Their crew worked really hard for us, and they really paid attention to detail. The painters were super neat, and the guys doing the coating were meticulous. It was a really big job, and it took a while to complete, but they kept at it and did it right. They've even come back a couple times to fix some little things that I messed up, or that happened through normal wear and tear. I will attach some before and after pics if I can find them, but in the meantime if you're considering resurfacing a patio, driveway, or other area, call these guys first. They'll take care of you.

    Touchstone Masonry - masonry_concrete - Updated October 2026

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