🔨 Republic Masonry 🧱 Specializing in Chimney Repairs and Interior/Exterior Repointing, Patio Installations and More 📞 Call Henry at 413-276-8322 to schedule your free consultation. Fully Licensed & Insured
"Henry did a great job he even repaired some cracks which were not originally priced out. I am very pleased with the work he did."
Maurice N on August 2025
🔨 Republic Masonry 🧱 Specializing in Chimney Repairs and Interior/Exterior Repointing, Patio Installations and More 📞 Call Henry at 413-276-8322 to schedule your free consultation. Fully Licensed & Insured
"Henry did a great job he even repaired some cracks which were not originally priced out. I am very pleased with the work he did."
With over 18 years of experience in the stonework industry, Natural Stone Creations is your industry expert in Franklin county and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Ross and his team at Natural Stone Creations made beautiful front steps for us. They were great to work with, timely, and were good communicators. We highly recommend this skilled artisan"
Greg H on July 2022
With over 18 years of experience in the stonework industry, Natural Stone Creations is your industry expert in Franklin county and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Ross and his team at Natural Stone Creations made beautiful front steps for us. They were great to work with, timely, and were good communicators. We highly recommend this skilled artisan"
D.C. Land Management LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Did a great job in a timely manner. Good communication. Will be using them again for future projects."
Sydney S on October 2023
D.C. Land Management LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Did a great job in a timely manner. Good communication. Will be using them again for future projects."
Where customers become friends! Dukes LLC provides residential and commercial services in Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dukes LLC provides a variety of services such as: Tree work Junk removal Demolition Snow removal Carpentry Roofing Masonry Pressure washing Home improvement Bobcat service Hauling Grading Landscaping We take pride in providing great service at a fair price. We are proactive to our customers needs. Please give us a call.
"Travis and Todd were friendly, helpful, and efficient - it was a pleasure to have them haul away our mattress and bed frame!"
Bill M on August 2024
Where customers become friends! Dukes LLC provides residential and commercial services in Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dukes LLC provides a variety of services such as: Tree work Junk removal Demolition Snow removal Carpentry Roofing Masonry Pressure washing Home improvement Bobcat service Hauling Grading Landscaping We take pride in providing great service at a fair price. We are proactive to our customers needs. Please give us a call.
"Travis and Todd were friendly, helpful, and efficient - it was a pleasure to have them haul away our mattress and bed frame!"
We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We always pick up the phone, and are never late. We look forward to working with you! Estimates between 4pm and 7pm every night Monday through Saturday.
"Steve and his crew were great. On time, thorough and great to work with."
CJ E on March 2024
We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We always pick up the phone, and are never late. We look forward to working with you! Estimates between 4pm and 7pm every night Monday through Saturday.
"Steve and his crew were great. On time, thorough and great to work with."
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
"????? If I could give zero stars, I would
Hiring this contractor was a nightmare from start to finish. The bathroom they delivered is so poorly done that I feel like I need to redo it entirely. They rely on subpar subcontractors with no professionalism or craftsmanship.
? Overpromise and underdeliver: I had to stay on top of every detail myself, doing the job the contractor was hired to manage.
? Unreliable: Never kept appointments or confirmed schedules. The only time they showed up on time was to collect payment.
? Unsafe practices: At one point, a subcontractor was cutting concrete inside the bathroom with a gas?powered tool, filling my entire home with smoke. I had to intervene to stop it and argue just to get basic protections like tarps in place.
? Poor management: Subcontractors openly complained about not being paid, and I even had to send one home myself because of unacceptable behavior.
? End result: Substandard work that does not reflect the money spent.
Save yourself "
Kevork B on December 2025
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
"????? If I could give zero stars, I would
Hiring this contractor was a nightmare from start to finish. The bathroom they delivered is so poorly done that I feel like I need to redo it entirely. They rely on subpar subcontractors with no professionalism or craftsmanship.
? Overpromise and underdeliver: I had to stay on top of every detail myself, doing the job the contractor was hired to manage.
? Unreliable: Never kept appointments or confirmed schedules. The only time they showed up on time was to collect payment.
? Unsafe practices: At one point, a subcontractor was cutting concrete inside the bathroom with a gas?powered tool, filling my entire home with smoke. I had to intervene to stop it and argue just to get basic protections like tarps in place.
? Poor management: Subcontractors openly complained about not being paid, and I even had to send one home myself because of unacceptable behavior.
? End result: Substandard work that does not reflect the money spent.
Save yourself "
"Excellent! The old wooden fence was removed and replaced but we also added a pergola. The installer (Jaime) did a great job and cleaned everything up. He arrived around 7:00 AM and did the job by himself. Very hard worker who was friendly and polite."
Cathi L on November 2019
Award winning.
"Excellent! The old wooden fence was removed and replaced but we also added a pergola. The installer (Jaime) did a great job and cleaned everything up. He arrived around 7:00 AM and did the job by himself. Very hard worker who was friendly and polite."
The family-owned Aging In Place Builders specializes in elegant, affordable, and seamless design/modifications to new or existing structures to allow you to remain happily and comfortably in your home or business. We have the experience and expertise to design practical solutions for healthy, injured, impaired or disabled individuals and their families. We can accommodate your needs whether they be immediate, or a long-term plan for the future. With a combined 70 years of experience in Universal Design and Accessibility Construction, Aging In Place Builders is one of New England's leading authorities on these topics. Our crew is professional, timely, super-tidy, and as friendly as they come. With affordable prices, amazing customer service, and unmatched expertise, Aging In Place Builders is your one-stop-shop for any project .
"This team is amazing - I cannot underscore that enough! After my family member became disabled due to an accident, we needed accessibility modifications made to our home. AIP completely restructured a fairly small existing bathroom into an ADA-compliant bathroom with roll-in shower stall that is beyond what we had even thought possible. They had knowledge of and experience with specs and features that would be necessary for someone in our family’s situation - many of them details we didn’t even realize we had to consider. AIP were meticulous about sticking to their work schedule as promised and finished the job LITERALLY TO THE HOUR that they promised it would be done. They even left the new bathroom and their workspace sparkling clean and ready for instant use. Perhaps best of all, they demonstrated consistent care and compassion for our family as we made our way through the early weeks of our sudden and sad circumstances. I recommend them over and over again"
Rachel A on August 2021
The family-owned Aging In Place Builders specializes in elegant, affordable, and seamless design/modifications to new or existing structures to allow you to remain happily and comfortably in your home or business. We have the experience and expertise to design practical solutions for healthy, injured, impaired or disabled individuals and their families. We can accommodate your needs whether they be immediate, or a long-term plan for the future. With a combined 70 years of experience in Universal Design and Accessibility Construction, Aging In Place Builders is one of New England's leading authorities on these topics. Our crew is professional, timely, super-tidy, and as friendly as they come. With affordable prices, amazing customer service, and unmatched expertise, Aging In Place Builders is your one-stop-shop for any project .
"This team is amazing - I cannot underscore that enough! After my family member became disabled due to an accident, we needed accessibility modifications made to our home. AIP completely restructured a fairly small existing bathroom into an ADA-compliant bathroom with roll-in shower stall that is beyond what we had even thought possible. They had knowledge of and experience with specs and features that would be necessary for someone in our family’s situation - many of them details we didn’t even realize we had to consider. AIP were meticulous about sticking to their work schedule as promised and finished the job LITERALLY TO THE HOUR that they promised it would be done. They even left the new bathroom and their workspace sparkling clean and ready for instant use. Perhaps best of all, they demonstrated consistent care and compassion for our family as we made our way through the early weeks of our sudden and sad circumstances. I recommend them over and over again"
"Once again, Ranieri Construction has gone above and beyond our expectations! We needed to have our inground pool patched and painted, and may I say Andrew (and Lou) did an outstanding job. My husband usually spends time (and $) at the beginning of the season making sure the water stays clean and clear. But patching up all the spots, and then painting the entire pool ensured the pool was so much easier to clean and keep clear on day 1. The improvements also made it easier to maintain the water balance and keep clean.
Please consider these folks- they are prompt, detail oriented and very efficient. Feel free to get in touch with us if you want to hear more"
leeann s on September 2025
4 Employees, Family Business
"Once again, Ranieri Construction has gone above and beyond our expectations! We needed to have our inground pool patched and painted, and may I say Andrew (and Lou) did an outstanding job. My husband usually spends time (and $) at the beginning of the season making sure the water stays clean and clear. But patching up all the spots, and then painting the entire pool ensured the pool was so much easier to clean and keep clear on day 1. The improvements also made it easier to maintain the water balance and keep clean.
Please consider these folks- they are prompt, detail oriented and very efficient. Feel free to get in touch with us if you want to hear more"
Family owned business since 1982. All long term employees, no salesman and an owner are on every job. We do not sub-contract unless it is a area of expertise outside of our field of business. We do offer financing and payment plans.
"Steve and his crew did an outstanding job!"
Kenneth L on July 2021
Family owned business since 1982. All long term employees, no salesman and an owner are on every job. We do not sub-contract unless it is a area of expertise outside of our field of business. We do offer financing and payment plans.
"Steve and his crew did an outstanding job!"
Kenneth L on July 2021
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Patios questions, answered by experts
Scorpions have difficulty climbing smooth, non-porous surfaces like clean glass or polished metal because their pincers and feet cannot grip the surface effectively. While they are excellent climbers on rough or textured materials such as wood, stucco, or brick, slick surfaces prevent them from gaining traction or anchoring themselves. If you're trying to scorpion-proof parts of your home, using smooth materials for barriers or containers can be an effective deterrent strategy.
You don't technically need rebar for a concrete patio, but it's a good idea to install it, especially if your patio will support any heavy items. All concrete is susceptible to cracking, and rebar keeps cracks in check while maintaining a smooth, level surface. Without rebar, cracks will likely widen and cause the concrete to become uneven, compromising its structural integrity.
With proper maintenance, exterior concrete steps can last 25 to 50 years or more. In most cases, your steps will require some minor repairs over that time frame, including sealing surface cracks and resurfacing to keep them in good condition. Interior concrete steps should last even longer, normally between 50 and 75 years, as they don’t have to stand up to the elements.
If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.
In many cases, you will need a building permit for your patio, but it depends on the type of patio. Generally speaking, any improvements to your land considered “permanent” will require a permit. Since a concrete patio is a permanent foundation, you will need a permit. On the other hand, a paver patio or flagstone patio usually sits over gravel and sand, are considered “temporary” improvements, and rarely require permits. To be safe, you should always ask your building department or your patio company if a permit will be necessary.
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