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Full Circle Garden Solutions

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Full Circle Garden Solutions

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12 years of experience
Warranties offered

Full Circle Garden Solutions is committed to making the World a better place with every project we complete. We do our best to transform your problems into useful, beautiful solutions. 10+ years happily serving our community. Send a message to connect :)

"Diagnosed and resolved issues in timely manner. Changed valves. Balanced system. Reduced head obstructions. "

Richard C on June 2025

Full Circle Garden Solutions is committed to making the World a better place with every project we complete. We do our best to transform your problems into useful, beautiful solutions. 10+ years happily serving our community. Send a message to connect :)

"Diagnosed and resolved issues in timely manner. Changed valves. Balanced system. Reduced head obstructions. "

Richard C on June 2025

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Groundworks

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Groundworks

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124 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Groundworks specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.

"Juanpablo H. & Alex C. provided excellent service. Their knowledge and transparency gave me all the confidence that they?re the best persons for the job. Transparency is a major trust driver for me, and their ability to have frank and informative discussion earned my loyalty. Thank you both! "

Sam _ on May 2025

Groundworks specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.

"Juanpablo H. & Alex C. provided excellent service. Their knowledge and transparency gave me all the confidence that they?re the best persons for the job. Transparency is a major trust driver for me, and their ability to have frank and informative discussion earned my loyalty. Thank you both! "

Sam _ on May 2025

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Ld Construction

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Ld Construction

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

For fastest response on your free estimate, please call us today at (530) 368-3162! Auburn-based, owner-operated, family-owned roofing, remodeling, concrete decks and porches We offer Free Estimates :) Scheduled appointments within 24 hours. Over 14 years of experience. Warranty's offered. We walk you through every step of the job so it's to your satisfaction.

"It went excellent. They did a complete job. I took their recommendations and it was better what I has imagines"

Amanda H on December 2022

For fastest response on your free estimate, please call us today at (530) 368-3162! Auburn-based, owner-operated, family-owned roofing, remodeling, concrete decks and porches We offer Free Estimates :) Scheduled appointments within 24 hours. Over 14 years of experience. Warranty's offered. We walk you through every step of the job so it's to your satisfaction.

"It went excellent. They did a complete job. I took their recommendations and it was better what I has imagines"

Amanda H on December 2022

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Just Stamping Concrete

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Just Stamping Concrete

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

With over three decades of experience Just Stamping Concrete, Inc are second generation contractors that will work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"The landscape designer was creative and knowledgeable. They took the time to understand my needs and preferences, and the end result was a beautiful and functional outdoor space."

Eliana F on April 2023

With over three decades of experience Just Stamping Concrete, Inc are second generation contractors that will work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"The landscape designer was creative and knowledgeable. They took the time to understand my needs and preferences, and the end result was a beautiful and functional outdoor space."

Eliana F on April 2023

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V. G. Landscaping

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V. G. Landscaping

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102 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

V. G. Landscaping ~ is your premier partner for transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional, and inviting environments. With a passion for craftsmanship and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing comprehensive landscaping and concrete services for residential and commercial clients alike. At V. G. Landscaping, we understand that outdoor spaces play a crucial role in enhancing the beauty, value, and functionality of properties. Whether you're looking to create a lush garden oasis, build a stunning patio, or install durable concrete structures, our team of experienced professionals is here to bring your vision to life.

V. G. Landscaping ~ is your premier partner for transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional, and inviting environments. With a passion for craftsmanship and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing comprehensive landscaping and concrete services for residential and commercial clients alike. At V. G. Landscaping, we understand that outdoor spaces play a crucial role in enhancing the beauty, value, and functionality of properties. Whether you're looking to create a lush garden oasis, build a stunning patio, or install durable concrete structures, our team of experienced professionals is here to bring your vision to life.

C. Reynolds For Masonry

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C. Reynolds For Masonry

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125 years of experience

We do commercial and residential projects both big and small. We also manufacture stone veneer with the same quality as the "big box" stores but without the "big box" price tag! Give us a call today!

We do commercial and residential projects both big and small. We also manufacture stone veneer with the same quality as the "big box" stores but without the "big box" price tag! Give us a call today!

Miguel's Quality Concrete Services

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Miguel's Quality Concrete Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Over 13 years of experience! Ask about discounts for military and senior citizens!

"Miguel Is a true professional, he and his crew are the best concrete company I have ever worked with, best price,on time,quality beautiful work, really a pleasant experience."

Glenn S on January 2022

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Over 13 years of experience! Ask about discounts for military and senior citizens!

"Miguel Is a true professional, he and his crew are the best concrete company I have ever worked with, best price,on time,quality beautiful work, really a pleasant experience."

Glenn S on January 2022

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Cannon's Handyman Services

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Cannon's Handyman Services

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22 years of experience

One call does it all! For all your Indoor/Outdoor Building and Repair needs including Remodeling & Landscaping.

One call does it all! For all your Indoor/Outdoor Building and Repair needs including Remodeling & Landscaping.

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

No, you shouldn’t lay bricks directly on dirt. While it might seem like a shortcut, it leads to a patio that shifts, sinks, and becomes a maintenance headache. Dirt expands, contracts, and erodes—none of which mix well with long-term stability. To build something that lasts, excavate the topsoil, compact a layer of crushed gravel, and add a coarse sand-setting bed. This layered base gives your bricks proper support, allows drainage, and helps block weeds from creeping through. Cutting corners here just means you’ll spend more time—and money—repairing your brick patio later.

Stone veneer siding is approximately four times less expensive than stone because it's made of concrete and aggregates instead of natural stone. But veneer looks like real stone, is easier to install, and acts as a great, durable siding option. 

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.

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.

Mortar is a mixture of sand and cement that binds materials, such as bricks, stones, and concrete blocks, together. Think of it as the glue that fills in the gaps between bricks and stones, then seals them in place to prevent damage or deterioration. Mortar also helps spread the load across a wall or structure, keeping cracks and shifting at bay.

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