Description of Work: Contracted with Lovitt for a small Chimney repair project. They came out tuckpointed the chimney and installed a new cap but did not replace damaged bricks as they agreed to do in the estimate & contract. After calling and pointing this out they came back to cut out and replaced the damaged bricks. Project finished up OK after rework.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$800
Joseph O.
10/2014
5.0
contractors
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Remove/replace concrete pad and sidewalks to satisfy village building code violation. Their work was excellent, and a few glitches that came up were dealt with just fine.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Terrie B.
12/2013
5.0
contractors
+ -1 more
Replaced soffits and gutters on 50% of first floor. Despite challenging weather, workers completed project in a timely manner. Workers were sensitive to where materials were placed due to residence having a shared driveway with next door neighbor.
Description of Work: I used Front porch replacement for a Queen Anne style 1899 home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,000
JEFFREY S.
03/2012
4.0
concrete repair
+ -1 more
The project went fine. I did have to call them back once to finish one aspect of the job (which they did promptly). The stairs and wall now look good.
Description of Work: Concrete exterior stairwell and wall required some repair due to to cracking. They removed the broken concrete and installed matching concrete.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Jeff N.
10/2011
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
Arrived at agreed upon time. A lot of dust when grinding down the old sill. New sill went in very fast. Looks great and was done in time for the new door to go in!
Description of Work: Sliding glass door sill leveled and replaced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Linda B.
09/2011
1.0
masonry
+ -1 more
Asked for quote on tuckpointing, they were $2,000.00 over another bidder and then claimed the other company was not legitimate and that's why their quote was higher.
Description of Work: Asked for quote on tuckpointing, they were $2,000.00 over another bidder and then claimed the other company was not legitimate and that's why their quote was higher.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from LOVITT & SONS
We try to always match or beat any written estimate I am not sure what any other companys are paying there skilled trades men We Have to bid according to our wages Thee bottom line you can win all the estimates. All i ask the customer if the other company can suppy a cift of ins for generial Lib and workers comp I never said the other company was Legitimate I hope the work performed worked out good for the customer
Kim B.
09/2010
5.0
masonry, chimney repair
+ 0 more
Went very well. Gave me brick choices and had very close match to our 60's era brick. They did not show up on the first day when they were supposed to but I knew before the time they were supposed to show-up. Dave called me first thing in the morning to let me know and apologize. This is absolutely acceptable, things happen, the important thing is that I was notified. The next day the guys took down the chimney and began work on rebuilding. They took a day longer than expected but the extra day I think really shows. The chimney looks amazing and very plumb/level. The mortar and brick work is very impressive. They setup their scaffolding and were respectful of my deck. They cleaned at the end of each day, and after the final cleanup removed all debris, and signs they were there. I was amazed at how clean they left everything. I will continue to use Lovitt and Sons for my masonry needs.
Description of Work: Lovitt & Sons previously tuck pointed my chimney but because of damage to the cap the entire chimney simply needed rebuilt. chimney was torn down, and rebuilt
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900
Kim B.
08/2010
5.0
masonry, chimney repair, glass block
+ 1 more
Estimate was quick and I have always found it competitive. Crew came within 2 days of the estimates, if they weren't able to make it I was informed (i.e. rain, job running longer etc...) Crew was respectful and clean Job was completed and any concerns or questions handled quickly.
Description of Work: Actually use Lovitt and Sons for all of our masonry needs. Their crews have been extremely professional and clean. I have found their estimates to be very competitive and if I have any concerns or issues they have always been handled quickly. For example we had some tuckpointing in our basement and then noticed some water leaching in before the new mortar was put in. They found that the outside concrete porch slab had settled and was sloping in, causing water to sit agains our house wall. They offered at no cost to seal the slab. Basically they fixed the source of the issue rather than just throwing up the mortar and leaving. We have also used them to install basement glass block windows. They put them in and then realized we had a dryer vent so the crew stayed and chipped out one of the blocks to install the dryer vent opening.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Paul K.
07/2010
4.0
chimney repair
+ -1 more
The work was fairly done. They were really nice guys and worked in a professional manner. The work has held up fine.
Description of Work: They did some tuckpointing for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Veronica Z.
10/2009
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
Promptly gave estimate.
Description of Work: Gave estimate.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
HELEN B.
10/2009
4.0
masonry
+ -1 more
This was a good experience. I have nothing bad to say. I would hire them again.
Description of Work: They did some tuckpointing in the front of my house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
David K.
07/2009
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
Project went very well. Estimate was the best of three. Work was done efficiently. Contact was good.
Description of Work: Repaired crumbling outdoor stairway wall.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
Mark & Cindy W.
05/2009
2.0
masonry
+ -1 more
The work was done well for $9000. Lovitt & Sons bid the job at $13,000. It is my feeling that this company doesn't need work.
Description of Work: I obtained 8 bids from Angie's list companies for rebuilding the parapet of our 2-flat, replacing coping tiles, replacing parged areas with common brick and tuck pointing some face brick at the front of our home. The bids were as follows: $19,600, $18,000, $16,730, $13,000, $9250, $9000, $9000, and $6871.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$9,000
Response from LOVITT & SONS
As always we offer to try to match or beat any written estimate. We employ craftsman and the wages are not cheap.We are sorry you feel this way. All of our work is done right the first time with good material.
JESSICA P.
02/2009
4.0
masonry
+ -1 more
When they finally came, they did a really good job. They delayed coming out and we had a difficult time getting them out here. They were really nice. Their was really good.
Description of Work: They came and re-tuck pointed our parapet walls.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Diane H.
12/2008
2.0
masonry
+ -1 more
After 1 week, I called to set up an appointment to do the work. They did not call or show up that day. I called and rescheduled for later in the week. Again, no show, no calls. More than 4 weeks have past, no calls or follow up. I have subsequently contacted another masonry business to get an estimate and do the work.
Description of Work: I called for an estimate, they were prompt in coming out to review damaged bricks/mortar and provide a reasonable estimate, less than $1000.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from LOVITT & SONS
APPROXIMATE DATES ARE ALWAYS GIVEN WE CAN NOT CONTROL THE WEATHER AND CUSTOMERS ADDING ON WORK. LOVITT & SONS,INC. GOAL IS TO SUPPLY GREAT SERVICE AT AT GREAT WITH OR PRICE MATCH GUARANTEE. WE WOULD LIKE TO LET ALL OUR CUSTOMERS KNOW WILL TRY TO KEEP DATES GIVEN BUT WE PROMISE THAT WE WILL KEEP YOUR JOB IN BUDGET AND WILL PERFORM ALL WORK AT AS OUTLINED IN YOUR ESTIMATE. DAVE LOVITT WOULD ALSO LIKE TO SAY I AM SORRY THAT WE COULD NOT PERFORM THE MEMBER'S WORK ON THE DATES GIVEN AND WILL IN THE FUTURE TRY HARDER TO DO SO.
mary E.
09/2008
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
Dave Lovitt responded quickly to our request for an estimate, which we accepted and a date was agreed upon for the work to be done. However, that date came and went with no word from Lovitt. When we called to inquire, it seemed he'd forgotten that a date had been set. A new date was agreed upon, but we did not hear from Lovitt until mid-afternoon, at which time we agreed to yet another date. On that date the two workmen arrived and stayed til late afternoon, having completed all of the work contracted for, plus several other repair points we had not been aware of. On the whole, we are very pleased with the work done.
Description of Work: Lovitt did the tuck-pointing work contracted for in a very professional and timely manner. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for quality tuck-pointing. The only reservation is that the scheduled date for work to be done was put off two times, with no reason given for the delays.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
GARY G.
08/2008
4.0
masonry, house painters
+ 0 more
We are very pleased with the end result. They were professional, cleaning the area every day and made sure the mess was minimal. Additionally they were very careful of the existing plants near the fence. The pricing was in line with other quotes. The only challenge came in scheduling the work, several estimated start dates were missed. It was worth the wait, though.
Description of Work: Repair of a decorative concrete wall between our garage and house. They removed existing morter, tuckpointed and painted the entire fence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800
Sandra M.
05/2008
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
Company was quick to return call, came by for an estimate within 24 hours which they left in mail box. Estimate was originally for $565 and stated would match any estimate. Company matched a lower $400 estimate. Work was completed within 5 days. Overall, very fast, efficient, reasonably priced project.
Description of Work: Company came to power wash perimeter of brick on house. The red brick was stained with a white residue and they power washed with a commercial grade masonry cleaner.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
PAM D.
05/2007
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
It's beautiful. The first couple of days, I would leave the TV and go look at the wall. So far it's working but we haven't had any flash floods yet. From the estimate to when the job was completed was 3 days.
Description of Work: I had a problem with rainwater during a flash-flood. I wanted a wall to revert the water.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
IVELICE B.
05/2007
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
They came out and did the estimate and had good turn-around time on the proposal. The price was good so we accepted. They began the job about three weeks later and completed the job in a week. They were prompt, courteous, and did a good job.
Description of Work: They grinded out 1/2 inch and then tuckpointed the whole house including the chimney. They also filled the spaces where the side of the house meets the walkway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,950
PAUL O.
09/2006
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
Showed up on time. Conscientious and courteous workers.
Description of Work: Tuckpoint 1920's building above roof after roof replacement. Remove decaying bricks, replace mortar. Approx 200 linear feet 2-3 ft high (rim of roof).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,965
MICHAEL M.
10/2005
5.0
masonry
+ -1 more
DAVE AND HIS CREW WERE ON TIME, COURTEOUS, AND CLEANED UP AFTER THE JOB. WE SELECTED DAVE AFTER OBSERVING THE WORK HE DID ON OUR NEIGHBORS HOUSE. LOVITT AND SONS WAS ALSO ALMOST HALF OF WHAT OTHER COMPANIES QUOTED US. WHEN THE CREW ARRIVED TO THE DO THE WORK, THEY WERE EFFICIENT AND EVEN DID WORK THAT WAS NECESSARY BUT IMMEDIATELY NOTICEABLE. GETTING IN TOUCH WITH DAVE WAS A BIT TRICKY. I FELT I HAD TO CHASE HIM DOWN SOMETIMES, HOWEVER, HE DID COME THROUGH WITH SOLID WORK AT A GOOD PRICE.
Description of Work: SPOT TUCKPOINTED 80 YEAR OLD BUNGALOW. GROUND OUT OLD TAR THAT WAS AROUND EDGE OF THE HOUSE AND REPLACED IT WITH NEW SEALANT. TUCKPOINTED CHIMNEY.
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Service Categories
Masonry,
Chimney Repair,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Exterior Painting,
Glass Block,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Doors,
Windows,
Roofing,
Concrete Driveways
FAQ
LOVITT & SONS is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
LOVITT & SONS accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, LOVITT & SONS offers free project estimates.
No, LOVITT & SONS does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, LOVITT & SONS does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, LOVITT & SONS offers emergency services.
Yes, LOVITT & SONS offers warranties.
LOVITT & SONS offers the following services: MASONRY, TUCKPOINTING, CONCRETE, STEEL ENTRY DOORS, GLASS BLOCK WINDOWS, CARPENTRY, DEMOLITION, BOB CAT SERVICE, & CREATE OPENINGS IN MASONRY walls. Expoxy Flooring with broad casting and Architectural Concrete overlays. SNOW PLOWING