Upon arriving home from work after the first day of this project, we found that the ADB crew had hit our water heater, severing the main pipe that supplies it water. Water had sprayed all over, before the hot water was shutoff. No one from ADB contacted us about this problem. When we called them, the first response we got was that "there was no reported problem with out job." Several calls and emailed photographs later, they admitted there was indeed an "unreported" problem. They had also, without my consent, removed two sets of short steps that provided our only access to the cellar. They were both ripped from the wall, and left outside. I informed them that I was never informed that this was going to happen, and wouldn't have given permission if I had known. They said that the salesperson should have mentioned it, and that it was regular practice. The dehumidifier that was part of my contract was placed precariously atop a concrete block and resting against my water heater. In this location, it was not only in the way, but a potential hazard should it tip over. I took time off from work the next day to speak with their main office, meet with the crew, and address these problems. While our initial calls to ADB the night of the discovery were answered, we had to wait until the next morning to speak with someone who could address our problems. They were very professional and interested in fixing the issues. The crew chief (when he arrived) was also polite and apologetic. By the end of that day, the work was done and the cellar did look great. However, when we demanded compensation for: a plumber to fix the water heater, time off from work to oversee the project, and rebuilding the stairs, they gave us a little less than a 5% percent reduction in price. Though the project had caused great stress, and cost addition money for repairs, we just wanted it to be over. Also, we were happy with the final transformation of our basement. We just wish that ADB had been more forthcoming and honest with us, from the initial description of work to be done, to the reporting of issues. I think they do provide a good product, but would recommend anyone using them to get a very clear description of what is to be removed and what work they will do. Being present during the process to give additional oversight might not be a bad idea, either."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/brookfield/american-dry-basement-systems-reviews-2038745.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"AFFORDABLE FENCE CO.","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Bob S."},"reviewBody":"Upon my acceptance, Mike was on the go constantly, sending me a copy of the utility search request, calling and asking about any special instructions, and confirming the specs. Yes, I did want a slight alteration: the original fence went stright back to the gate, then inexplicably encroached upon the driveway by protruding slightly onto the driveway. A minor thing to look at, unless it's in your sideview mirror showing that if you back up straight you'll rub your rear fender against the fence. Both the fence and several cars have received the scars to prove it. Mike's crew was out by nine Tuesday morning, pulling and stacking the old fence and setting the posts. I was pleased to see that the difference between a one day job and a two day was Mike's use of conventional concrete v. Quik-crete, a provision for whch the other company required my wife to initial approval. They worked a full day Wednesday, still finishing the gate when I got home from work.
The result was all Mike promised, a perfect fence. All posts are true, reinforcement is excellent, the catwalk is double trimmed and leveled perfectly from eight feet to about six and a half feet at the garage to allow for the drop to the alley. And yes, Mike, you're right. My wife can even swing on the gate, it's so sturdy. Communication was excellent and there were no surprises.
As long as you belong to Angie's list, you should take advantage of it's most significant value. The most popular company may be a little less competetive in it's pricing, knowing many people will be content to call only them. You'll undoubtedly get a good product, but you may be able to find the same for less. I most highly recommend Affordable Fence Co!"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/plano/affordable-fence-co-reviews-136894.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Andy OnCall Handyman Service","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Bob S."},"reviewBody":"Supplied parts, accepted my help to keep the existing fence section. Set new post in concrete and screwed it to trued fence so it would set true."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/plano/andy-oncall-handyman-service-reviews-340101.htm"},"position":10}]}
Concrete Finishing reviews from real Angi homeowners in Preston, CT
Last update on October 14, 2025
Tyler P.
5.0
01/2025
Re-did entire concrete patio around pool. Great high quality work, easy to work with, will be using for any additional projects.
Gregory W.
5.0
12/2023
Great experience from start to finish quick, clean and the roof looks amazing
Mark N.
5.0
05/2023
Great job by Tony and his crew. The finished project is better than we hoped for. Very considerate and flexible with changes mid-project, and willingness to cooperate with other contractors on site made things go that much smoother.
It started well, but they slapped on the last fifth with a different mortar. The difference in color is clear even after a month. They said the would put a nice cap on the chimney but instead out a 4” thick concrete crown on that is 3” wider that the chimney. It just catches more rain and...
Samuel G.
5.0
11/2018
From start to finish it was a pleasure doing business with them. Their crew was professional they put the roof on very quickly the quality of work was great the roof looks great they did a terrific clean up job I would definitely recommend them to my friends and hire them for my next project
Bob S.
5.0
09/2016
Finished in only 2 of 3 days Alan allowed for. We took competing bids and Alan wasn't the lowest, but the others wee companies that primarily sell flooring. My wife met with Alan and was impressed by his ate ion to detail. When the transitions wouldn't work, Alan over night crafted the ones...
Peter R.
3.0
12/2013
American Dry Basement (ADB) was contracted to seal our entire dirt cellar with their spray concrete product. Our hopes were that it would reduce the moisture under our house, keep out the winter wind and burrowing rodents, and finally provide us a place we could store seasonal furniture, etc....
Bob S.
5.0
04/2012
Upon my acceptance, Mike was on the go constantly, sending me a copy of the utility search request, calling and asking about any special instructions, and confirming the specs. Yes, I did want a slight alteration: the original fence went stright back to the gate, then inexplicably encroached...
Bob S.
5.0
07/2009
Supplied parts, accepted my help to keep the existing fence section. Set new post in concrete and screwed it to trued fence so it would set true.
A family owned company for 27 years our experienced staff is available to assist you with all aspects of you masonry and construction needs Customer service is our top priority ,We specialize in brick work,stucco,blue stone ect..... Take a look at our gallery and contact Sammy Masonry to further assist you on your visions and make them come true !
"Sammy and his team were professional, clean and efficient. Turned up on time, worked quickly, and produced a great result. I had a chimney rebuild and the team were able to salvage and reuse the old bricks. The chimney looks great. The price was competitive. They even paved a crack in my front steps with the leftover cement."
Charles H on August 2024
A family owned company for 27 years our experienced staff is available to assist you with all aspects of you masonry and construction needs Customer service is our top priority ,We specialize in brick work,stucco,blue stone ect..... Take a look at our gallery and contact Sammy Masonry to further assist you on your visions and make them come true !
"Sammy and his team were professional, clean and efficient. Turned up on time, worked quickly, and produced a great result. I had a chimney rebuild and the team were able to salvage and reuse the old bricks. The chimney looks great. The price was competitive. They even paved a crack in my front steps with the leftover cement."
We specialize in all types of masonry. We fulfill all your masonry needs. Give us a call so you can see what we can do for you.
"Alex Masonry exceeded my expectations. They did an incredible job on my front steps and walkway. The team was professional, punctual, and ensured everything was perfectly aligned and built to last. They kept the worksite clean and finished on time. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and skilled masonry work! I plan to hire them again to do my patio and outdoor kitchen"
Sabit S on March 2025
We specialize in all types of masonry. We fulfill all your masonry needs. Give us a call so you can see what we can do for you.
"Alex Masonry exceeded my expectations. They did an incredible job on my front steps and walkway. The team was professional, punctual, and ensured everything was perfectly aligned and built to last. They kept the worksite clean and finished on time. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and skilled masonry work! I plan to hire them again to do my patio and outdoor kitchen"
Trust our family owned and operated firm that has been serving your community with quality driveway services since 1999. We can help you construct the driveway that fits your budget and creates the look you desire.
"Submitted a project, they reached out once and I be tried 4 times to get a reply. Guess business is do good they can ghost and ignore potential customers. If they treat customers like this at first contact, couldn’t imagine how they’d treat you when they get your money. Disappointed to be treated like this."
Whitney W on March 2025
Trust our family owned and operated firm that has been serving your community with quality driveway services since 1999. We can help you construct the driveway that fits your budget and creates the look you desire.
"Submitted a project, they reached out once and I be tried 4 times to get a reply. Guess business is do good they can ghost and ignore potential customers. If they treat customers like this at first contact, couldn’t imagine how they’d treat you when they get your money. Disappointed to be treated like this."
EB Asphalt and Landscaping, LLC has been offering Asphalt Installation and Maintenance, Seal Coating, Landscaping, Concrete, Snow Removal services for over 10 years to small firms and Fortune 500 companies alike. Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is, Rick Emmons, the owner of EB Asphalt and Landscaping, LLC. As mentioned, our company has been providing Asphalt Installation and Maintenance, Seal Coating, Landscaping, Concrete, Snow Removal for over 10 years. Paving (walkways, driveways, patios & stairs, and retaining walls, commercial and residential paving, asphalt with concrete retaining walls, asphalt with paving stones for accent) Oil & Stone (durable, last as long as asphalt, adds color/beauty to yard, mixed with paving stones, resists cracks in cold climate weather) Seal Coating (parking lot striping, seal coat asphalt for business and residential, seal coating with line striping) Landscaping (ground maintenance and landscaping, soil grading, lawn care) Concrete (culverts, walkways) Snow Removal (Commercial and Industrial)
"Perfect! Great work it looks beautiful and they work fast! Very pleased will be hiring again. Thank you!"
Tania D on March 2024
EB Asphalt and Landscaping, LLC has been offering Asphalt Installation and Maintenance, Seal Coating, Landscaping, Concrete, Snow Removal services for over 10 years to small firms and Fortune 500 companies alike. Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is, Rick Emmons, the owner of EB Asphalt and Landscaping, LLC. As mentioned, our company has been providing Asphalt Installation and Maintenance, Seal Coating, Landscaping, Concrete, Snow Removal for over 10 years. Paving (walkways, driveways, patios & stairs, and retaining walls, commercial and residential paving, asphalt with concrete retaining walls, asphalt with paving stones for accent) Oil & Stone (durable, last as long as asphalt, adds color/beauty to yard, mixed with paving stones, resists cracks in cold climate weather) Seal Coating (parking lot striping, seal coat asphalt for business and residential, seal coating with line striping) Landscaping (ground maintenance and landscaping, soil grading, lawn care) Concrete (culverts, walkways) Snow Removal (Commercial and Industrial)
"Perfect! Great work it looks beautiful and they work fast! Very pleased will be hiring again. Thank you!"
Marine Corps veteran owned asphalt paving company. As a 3rd generation asphalt paver, we do beautiful work at a reasonable price. We also do concrete work, paver block, stamped concrete, stone driveways, and lawn installation... in other words, we do the Whole 9 Yards.
Marine Corps veteran owned asphalt paving company. As a 3rd generation asphalt paver, we do beautiful work at a reasonable price. We also do concrete work, paver block, stamped concrete, stone driveways, and lawn installation... in other words, we do the Whole 9 Yards.
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a comprehensive range of services and specialize in handcrafted masonry services, which includes brick and coping, stone veneer and natural stone walls, and concrete flat work that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Did a great job on the wall clean up with disappointing. I had to remove 12 to 15 Wilbur holes of rock before I could plant grass in that area."
Ken K on October 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a comprehensive range of services and specialize in handcrafted masonry services, which includes brick and coping, stone veneer and natural stone walls, and concrete flat work that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Did a great job on the wall clean up with disappointing. I had to remove 12 to 15 Wilbur holes of rock before I could plant grass in that area."
"Welcome to Shoreline Construction, where precision meets expertise in excavation and concrete construction. With a dedication to quality and safety, we specialize in delivering top-notch services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. From site preparation to foundation laying and beyond, our skilled team ensures every detail is executed with efficiency and professionalism. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, Shoreline is your trusted partner for all your excavation and concrete needs. We will match or beat any estimate."
"Welcome to Shoreline Construction, where precision meets expertise in excavation and concrete construction. With a dedication to quality and safety, we specialize in delivering top-notch services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. From site preparation to foundation laying and beyond, our skilled team ensures every detail is executed with efficiency and professionalism. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, Shoreline is your trusted partner for all your excavation and concrete needs. We will match or beat any estimate."
All outdoor and indoor construction from excavation all the way to interior work as well. Total home construction. Clean up as well.
All outdoor and indoor construction from excavation all the way to interior work as well. Total home construction. Clean up as well.
Rivers Construction
176 North Society Road
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Rivers Construction
176 North Society Road
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
We are a small family owned business who specializes in construction like decks, interior remodeling, pavers, concrete, and also landscaping services and more. We have been in business for over 4 years with decades of experience. We are licensed, insured, and BBB accredited. Call or click for your quote today!
"Very personable & on they showed up on time. Very affordable. They get the job done. Definitely recommend."
Luz S on July 2025
We are a small family owned business who specializes in construction like decks, interior remodeling, pavers, concrete, and also landscaping services and more. We have been in business for over 4 years with decades of experience. We are licensed, insured, and BBB accredited. Call or click for your quote today!
"Very personable & on they showed up on time. Very affordable. They get the job done. Definitely recommend."
Luz S on July 2025
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FAQs for concrete finishing projects in Preston, CT
Concrete repair costs range anywhere from about $0.10 to $0.15 per linear foot to fill minor cracks, to about $6 to $14 per square foot to replace damaged concrete slabs. Repair costs vary widely depending on the size and type of work needed. For example, replacing 100 square feet of driveway will cost between $600 to $1,400, on average.
The average cost of stamped concrete is around $12 per square foot, but you might pay anywhere from $8 to $28 per square foot. The average 12-foot by 12-foot patio costs $1,730 on average. Your exact pricing will depend on the patio’s square footage, the condition of the area where you want to pour the concrete, the desired stamp pattern, concrete coloring, concrete grade, and local labor prices. Don’t forget to budget for extra costs like land preparation and additional concrete fortifications if necessary.
Depending on the cost to repair your driveway, it may be more cost effective to tear out and replace it with a new concrete driveway. The cost to repave a driveway ranges between $1,400 and $12,100, including removal of the old concrete. Contact a reputable concrete contractor for advice and an estimate. They may have a good reason for going with repairs or replacement after assessing your driveway. You may also have the option to resurface your driveway or pave over it without taking out the existing one.
It’s possible to create stamped concrete yourself, but we don’t recommend it and it’s often not cost-effective. It’s easy to mess up the pattern of a stamped concrete patio or walkway, leaving you with an unsightly home exterior rather than the elegant solution you wanted. Any mistakes made during the ground leveling and concrete pouring process will also increase the risk of cracks forming on your concrete. Additionally, buying enough stamps to get the pattern in before your concrete cures can cost as much as hiring a professional to do the work for you.
Concrete contractors typically charge anywhere from $6 to $14 per square foot. Cost factors include job size, site prep, base material, accessibility, your location, concrete finish, and concrete thickness. Removal of existing concrete, asphalt, deck, pavers, and grass will cost anywhere from $1 to $6 per square foot. Homeowners can often save money by removing and disposing of existing pavers, decks, and grass. Breaking up and hauling away concrete and asphalt is difficult and time-consuming without the proper equipment and may be worth having the pros do that work.
The Preston, CT homeowners’ guide to concrete finishing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Concrete is a durable material but needs maintenance every few years. Use this concrete resurfacing cost guide to get an idea of ongoing maintenance costs.
Broken concrete steps can be a safety risk and reduce your home’s curb appeal. Get them back in good condition by hiring a concrete contractor to repair concrete steps.