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Avatar for United Chimney Service, Inc.
United Chimney Service, Inc.
4.4(
62
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This Contractor is Licensed by the Contractors State License Board is in Good Standing. The Owner Tony and His Staff of Henry and Isidro all worked hard to replace the crown on my masonry chimney. Instead of just replacing the crown with mortar again they used steel and cement to install a larger and more solid crown. They also did additional work on the chimney to make it safer. They protected my gutters from damage while using their ladders along with tarps to protect my roof and the ground around the chimney. They also used a tarp where they were mixing the cement and took any dirty water with them instead of pouring on the ground. As a Retired Combination Building and Fire Inspector I can honestly said their an Excellent Company to use."
Outdoor Kitchen & Pizza Oven
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
5.0(
11
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vitoria Pavers is one of the best contractors I’ve ever hired. Very professional crews put customers first, always set a high standard of the quality of the job. I’m very impressed by their attention to detail. Communication and price was great too. I will definitely hire them for future work."
Belgard Catalina grana Aspen color
The turf depot so natural 95 pet friendly turf
Belgard Anglia edger Victorian color
Walkways and Patios
Steps/firepits/outdoor kitchens

+198

Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Just Stamping Concrete for a landscape design project, and I cannot recommend them enough! They are a true gem in the industry, and their work speaks for itself."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
10
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great work removing old driveway and replacing driveway, sidewalk, and patio area with pavers. Crew was excellent--very competent, responsive and friendly. Excellent communication about details and decisions during the process. Finished product is excellent. Highly recommend Pavers Express Group."
An elegant modern farmhouse front porch with concrete pavers and low-voltage lighting
San Geronimo Cambridge Cobble paver driveway
San Jose home remodel including Belgard Catalina Grana concrete paver driveway, walkways, front patio and steps.
Moss Beach driveway with Belgard Catalina Grana pavers and paver lights
Corte Madera driveway: Belgard Dublin Cobble pavers in Victorian in a 90 degree herringbone pattern with Catalina Grana pavers in Graphite on the border.

+74

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Galvan and son concrete construction, inc.
5.0(
6
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"These guys were great from start to finish. Everything they said would happen was done to perfection. The finished project looks great, and myself and my family are happy. If I have a family member, friend, or neighbor looking for concrete work I would strongly recommend Galvan and Son Concrete."
Demolition of previous concrete deck.
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Existing walkway
Demolition
Concrete stone steps being framed.

+80

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Oakmount Concrete
Oakmount Concrete
4.9(
13
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Retaining wall replacement project: 50' wood retaining wall with French drain behind it Victor is a very competent, customer oriented businessman with attention to details during project execution. Professional engagement (first visit, quote, Q&A, contract) Project management (on-time project start, efficient execution and timely completion) Final walk-through to answer questions. We are discussing other projects with Victor. It's a pleasure to have found him through Angi."
Acid Finish Stamped Concrete
Acid Finish Stamped Concrete
Standard concrete broom finish driveway
Stamped Concrete Roman style
Slate stamped with boarder

+22

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
20
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Javier arrived promptly. My husband showed him the problem with our backyard low voltage landscape lighting. Javier conducted an inspection, and found that the electrical outlet that the lights were plugged into was no longer functional. He plugged the cord into another outlet, and everything now functions just fine! Thank you Javier and M&J Prime Builders!"
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
Avatar for Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
5.0(
11
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had an excellent experience working with Vitoria Pavers Contractor! We wanted to update our long driveway by removing the old concrete, installing pavers, and repaving and reviving our side yard. From start to finish, the process was seamless. Mike from Vitoria responded to our inquiry promptly and came to our home to discuss our options. He provided thoughtful recommendations, and we loved his ideas. The project took about a week, and throughout that time, the Vitoria team was professional, communicative, and respectful of our space. They ensured that the large equipment and materials were not disruptive to our neighbors, which we truly appreciated. The final result was fantastic, and even after the project was completed, they returned to address a small lingering issue—showcasing their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Vitoria Pavers is a great company to work with, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for high-quality paving services!"
Interlocking Pavers
Interlocking Pavers
Interlocking Pavers
Interlocking Pavers
Interlocking Pavers

+88

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.

While painting can certainly change the look of a chimney, you should think twice about giving your brick chimney the old landlord special.

Painting brick is porous, meaning it’s full of tiny holes that can soak up moisture. Those holes also allow it to dry, though. So, when you paint it, you trap any moisture inside, providing an opportunity for mold, mildew, and water damage.

Paint also shows wear faster than naked brick. This means that once you paint a brick surface, you’ll have to keep painting it to maintain a clean look. A paint job is also harder to undo on brick because of its porous nature. Once you paint it, it’s hard to go back without some serious power washing—another added cost.

In some cases, black stains on brick are caused by organic substances like algae and mold. However, it's more likely that the black spots you're noticing on your bricks come from carbon from vehicle exhaust or soot. Black stains can usually be removed by scrubbing the brick with a brush and masonry cleaner or power washing.

Two types of masonry are veneer masonry and solid masonry. Veneer masonry is thin brick or stone material attached to the face of a building. With veneer masonry, the walls support the weight of the masonry products rather than the masonry being built on a concrete footing. Solid masonry is a wall or other brick or stone structure built on a concrete footing, and the masonry supports itself.

Drilling into brick or mortar requires the use of a masonry drill bit. Masonry drill bits appear similar to standard drill bits except for the leading tip of the bit. The tip has a bulky carbide arrow-shaped end slightly larger than the rest of the bit shaft. Standard or high-speed drill bits designed for making holes in wood or metal don’t have the ruggedness or design shape you need to drill into brick. They may not go through the brick at all, and if they do, they’re more likely to overheat, crack, or dull before you finish drilling.

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