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C.A Landscaping
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install+2 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos and his team were very professional (quick to respond, attentive to details, clean site, proper expertise). They applied themselves with patience, perseverance and artistry in dismantling and rebuilding the wall, stone by stone, while anchoring it with mortar as necessary. I intend to hire Carlos again for multiple projects. Thank you for your great work and professionalism."
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+84

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
5.0(
12
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairRetaining Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Kensington, 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 time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Geico Builders
5.0(
61
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBrick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - Install+1 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the amazing work Geico Builders, did in my backyard. The pavers and design are absolutely awesome! I highly recommend them—every worker was always on time and very professional. Our project manager, Brian, went above and beyond to ensure the quality of the job was exceptional. If you're looking to enhance your outdoor space, look no further!"
Composite Deck Replacement Trex
Full Backyard Remodel with Outdoor Kitchen
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Deck Replacement Composit
Composite Deck

+270

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Concrete Foundation - InstallConcrete Foundation - RaiseConcrete Foundation - Repair+1 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Tri Star Landscaping
4.6(
50
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"They poured a large stamped concrete patio and pathway in our backyard. Also rebuilt a portion of our fence in addition to landscaping our entire backyard. They are always on time, ethical, their work is impeccable, and their timetables are always accurate. They bid a job, and that is the cost. Never any hidden fees or inflated costs. Family run and operated business very hardworking. Very friendly and respectful."
Concrete and turf
Concrete and turf
Concrete and turf
Concrete and turf
Concrete and turf

+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pavers Express Group
5.0(
10
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallRetaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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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.

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Oak and Stone Landscape
5.0(
8
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"My experience with Oak and Stone Landscape exceeded my expectations from start to finish. Omar and his crew were friendly , efficient, and clearly passionate about their work. I’m very happy with my fence!"
Fence
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
21
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We d built our backyard using M&J Prime Builders. They gave us a fair quote. They were awesome in communication, design, stage-by-stage updates, and took feedback and improved their quality. They completed the project within 10 days as per their estimate. Found them honest and trustworthy. Strongly recommend !"
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 time11 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You can turn a red brick white through a process called whitewashing. Whitewash isn’t a stain but rather is made from water and white latex paint. Adding more water to the mix will make the solution look lighter when applied, and adding more paint will make it look more white.

A fireplace hearth is a fireproof flooring material that extends out from the base of the fireplace and into the room. Hearths can be made of brick, ceramic, marble, limestone, and more. A hearth serves the purpose of decreasing the fire risk in the area directly around the fireplace. If flying embers hit carpet or wood, they’ll spark and create a fire. But if they hit something like tile or granite, they’ll simply go out.

You should generally drill into the mortar joints when installing shutters on brick. Mortar is softer, which makes drilling easier and puts less strain on your tools. It also lowers the risk of cracking a brick—something that’s a lot harder to fix. Mortar holds fasteners well enough for standard shutters, and if you ever need to patch the holes later, it’s a much simpler job than dealing with damaged brick. Just keep in mind that if your mortar joints are too thin or the hardware calls for brick anchoring, you'll need to check the manufacturer’s recommendations and adjust accordingly.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

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