weeks after the job was done (and paid for) they came back and poured a slap of ugly uneven concrete 6+ feet long on one end for *no reason*. (they had said they were just going to add loam around the single loose stone on the edge that I had mentioned should be secured prior to winter icing). They immediately promised to return and remove the concrete strip, acknowledging that it was definitely a mistake and an eyesore but cancelled or didn't show every time they scheduled. I have been attempting to contact them for over a month now via phone and text but they are not responding. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ri/wakefield/stone-guys-masonry-reviews-8161977.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"A Quality Home Inspection Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"RI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"MARK R."},"reviewBody":"Christopher was already inspecting the outside of the home when I got there, he is extremely thorough, he truly picked this house apart and found so many things wrong with it that I was not aware of. From the incorrect grading of the lot to the dangerous location of the electrical panel. With his moisture reader he found high moister readings in the finished basement, he found white stains on the concrete called efflorescence which means that water from the outside has soaked through the foundation into the basement. The home is built on a slope he found that the wood retaining wall is at the end of it's life and will need replacing, which will be very costly. I'm not going to list all his findings from his 112 page report, which was filled with resources and recommendations on how to fix each issue, so to sum it up he did an excellent job, I would use him again and I highly recommend him, he also included a radon test. He was truly invaluable to me in negotiating a much better price on this home and knowing just what I was getting into. Thank you Christopher. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/mashpee/a-quality-home-inspection-inc-reviews-6234971.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"CASIERI CONSTRUCTION CO","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"RI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Karen S."},"reviewBody":"Family construction company, showed up on time and finished work on schedule what I like most is they stand by their work. That makes sure things are done right."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/lakeville/casieri-construction-co-reviews-5988614.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Pavao Building Services","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"RI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"JESSICA W."},"reviewBody":"I just finished priming and painting my bathroom after the drywall finishing work was completed and the walls are flawless."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/nc/leland/pavao-building-services-reviews-1.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Driveways By R Stanley Jr","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"RI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Brian G."},"reviewBody":"Richard and Lisa were responsive to all my calls and performed all the work we agreed upon. Their asphalt paving quality is excellent and I am very pleased with the finished product. I had some problem areas that needed special work done (needed a new concrete apron in front of the garage and needed to remove ledge to widen the driveway). Richard recommended two contractors to perform these tasks and I am pleased with their work as well. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ri/saunderstown/driveways-by-r-stanley-jr-reviews-277646.htm"},"position":10}]}
Concrete Finishing reviews from real Angi homeowners in North Kingstown, RI
Christopher was already inspecting the outside of the home when I got there, he is extremely thorough, he truly picked this house apart and found so many things wrong with it that I was not aware of. From the incorrect grading of the lot to the dangerous location of the electrical panel....
Karen S.
5.0
05/2014
Family construction company, showed up on time and finished work on schedule what I like most is they stand by their work. That makes sure things are done right.
Jessica W.
4.0
10/2013
I just finished priming and painting my bathroom after the drywall finishing work was completed and the walls are flawless.
Brian G.
5.0
06/2013
Richard and Lisa were responsive to all my calls and performed all the work we agreed upon. Their asphalt paving quality is excellent and I am very pleased with the finished product. I had some problem areas that needed special work done (needed a new concrete apron in front of the garage and...
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Awful. This job was half-assed, I just got home to this crap. I was not called in advance as your quote person had informed me. I was very clear that I need t know when it would be done to survise. He said I would be called ahead of time to let me know when there is a job near me and they would come afterward. I paid almost 8,000 dollars to have that patch broken into to install a sewage cleanout!!!!! THESE PEOPLE CAME TO MY HOUSE WITHOUT NOTIFYING ME AND COVERED THE SEWAGE CLEAN OUT WITH ALPHALT!!!!!!!!!!!! Then they came back and the pictures is the final work, beautiful ****."
Lettie P on August 2020
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Awful. This job was half-assed, I just got home to this crap. I was not called in advance as your quote person had informed me. I was very clear that I need t know when it would be done to survise. He said I would be called ahead of time to let me know when there is a job near me and they would come afterward. I paid almost 8,000 dollars to have that patch broken into to install a sewage cleanout!!!!! THESE PEOPLE CAME TO MY HOUSE WITHOUT NOTIFYING ME AND COVERED THE SEWAGE CLEAN OUT WITH ALPHALT!!!!!!!!!!!! Then they came back and the pictures is the final work, beautiful ****."
Valter Rego Masonry has been in business since 2000. We offer great quality work. We return our call as soon as possible. No job is too small. Complete landscape construction. Feel free to call with any questions, we will be happy to help you. Forms of payment; Cash or Check. April special 10 % off labor. Project must be booked in the month of April. Customers please mention coupon at the time of appointment.
"Valter and his crew were prompt, courteous, respectful, and hard-working. Communication was great, and Valter consulted me at every step. His crew flawlessly re-pointed our foundation in several spots, built a new border around our front garden, and laid in a paved walkway. The results were stunning. Valter was direct, honest, and fair in his estimate and pricing. We will definitely work with him again!"
Matthew D on July 2023
Valter Rego Masonry has been in business since 2000. We offer great quality work. We return our call as soon as possible. No job is too small. Complete landscape construction. Feel free to call with any questions, we will be happy to help you. Forms of payment; Cash or Check. April special 10 % off labor. Project must be booked in the month of April. Customers please mention coupon at the time of appointment.
"Valter and his crew were prompt, courteous, respectful, and hard-working. Communication was great, and Valter consulted me at every step. His crew flawlessly re-pointed our foundation in several spots, built a new border around our front garden, and laid in a paved walkway. The results were stunning. Valter was direct, honest, and fair in his estimate and pricing. We will definitely work with him again!"
In business for more than a decade, EPK Construction Services, Inc. offers a full range of services for residential, commercial, and municipal customers. We are fully insured and prepared to complete any project you have; it would be our pleasure to add you to our list of satisfied customers. With more than 20 years of experience, we are in business to provide superior workmanship and service to our customers. We have the knowledge and the most modern equipment to ensure that our job quality and productivity always exceed customer expectations. Equally important, we offer personalized service to better serve our customers. All services include a site visit to lay out and coordinate the job. Plus, our crews always work in a professional and courteous manner, minimizing disruption to your business or home.
"EPK gave me an entirely new driveway with excellent work and affordable pricing."
Jamie L on September 2024
In business for more than a decade, EPK Construction Services, Inc. offers a full range of services for residential, commercial, and municipal customers. We are fully insured and prepared to complete any project you have; it would be our pleasure to add you to our list of satisfied customers. With more than 20 years of experience, we are in business to provide superior workmanship and service to our customers. We have the knowledge and the most modern equipment to ensure that our job quality and productivity always exceed customer expectations. Equally important, we offer personalized service to better serve our customers. All services include a site visit to lay out and coordinate the job. Plus, our crews always work in a professional and courteous manner, minimizing disruption to your business or home.
"EPK gave me an entirely new driveway with excellent work and affordable pricing."
At L.S. Landscaping and Masonry, we understand that the outdoor aesthetic of your home or business is as important as your interior. We have a team of experts that will consult with you to determine your exact needs. From landscape maintenance to new construction, our residential and commercial clients in Providence know that when they call L.S. Landscaping and Masonry they will get the best. Contact us today for a free consultation and see the difference experience makes!
"Excellent, on time, better then I expected, I would definitely recommend them"
Pat M on October 2025
At L.S. Landscaping and Masonry, we understand that the outdoor aesthetic of your home or business is as important as your interior. We have a team of experts that will consult with you to determine your exact needs. From landscape maintenance to new construction, our residential and commercial clients in Providence know that when they call L.S. Landscaping and Masonry they will get the best. Contact us today for a free consultation and see the difference experience makes!
"Excellent, on time, better then I expected, I would definitely recommend them"
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.
Our mission is to be a masonry contractor 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!
"Very well Great service"
Annette L on September 2025
Our mission is to be a masonry contractor 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!
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Concrete services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Stone was awesome. Excellent to work with. I would definitely work with him again"
Libra C on March 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Concrete services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Stone was awesome. Excellent to work with. I would definitely work with him again"
we are a sealcoating company that provides all of Rhode Island with asphalt,an concrete repairs such as potholes,cracks,dimondclear sealer for stamped concrete,an sealcoating asphalt parking lots,driveways.ect were are a business that cares about our work quality, customers,an the value that we bring to our customers, homes an businesses.. 17 years experience owner-operated.we are honest to all our customer about what needs to be done an how we will go about it.... RI SEALCOATING LLC.. #4012592702 THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS
"It was great getting a fair price for quality work. Andrew and his team did a great job extending my patio and matching it to what was already there. The wall they made was exactly the way i envisioned it and the design of the cap was spot on... It's nice to see that there are still people out there that can give you this kind of quality."
Moses C on May 2025
we are a sealcoating company that provides all of Rhode Island with asphalt,an concrete repairs such as potholes,cracks,dimondclear sealer for stamped concrete,an sealcoating asphalt parking lots,driveways.ect were are a business that cares about our work quality, customers,an the value that we bring to our customers, homes an businesses.. 17 years experience owner-operated.we are honest to all our customer about what needs to be done an how we will go about it.... RI SEALCOATING LLC.. #4012592702 THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS
"It was great getting a fair price for quality work. Andrew and his team did a great job extending my patio and matching it to what was already there. The wall they made was exactly the way i envisioned it and the design of the cap was spot on... It's nice to see that there are still people out there that can give you this kind of quality."
***Awarded the Super Service Award from 2008-2022*** Serving the Rhode Island area with 30 Years of Masonry experience. With efficiency and a fair price we offer repair's or a replacement to your existing Walkway, Patio, Stairway. We offer decorative Stamped Concrete. Feel free to email me direct at: [email protected]. Free verbal estimates.
"Another awesome job by Kevin F Gonsalves and his crew. This is the second job he has done for us. This time a patio. Kevin is a perfectionist. He is there when he says he is going to be there does a great job at a reasonable price. Jay and Dave also came back and sealed he patio. We highly recommend Kevin and his crew."
James B on September 2025
***Awarded the Super Service Award from 2008-2022*** Serving the Rhode Island area with 30 Years of Masonry experience. With efficiency and a fair price we offer repair's or a replacement to your existing Walkway, Patio, Stairway. We offer decorative Stamped Concrete. Feel free to email me direct at: [email protected]. Free verbal estimates.
"Another awesome job by Kevin F Gonsalves and his crew. This is the second job he has done for us. This time a patio. Kevin is a perfectionist. He is there when he says he is going to be there does a great job at a reasonable price. Jay and Dave also came back and sealed he patio. We highly recommend Kevin and his crew."
At S & F Construction, Inc., we are skilled masons professionally trained in the design of stone, brick and concrete structure and artistry. We will do decorative stamped and stained concrete including driveways, walkways, patios, pool aprons and much more. We have been serving for 20 years and have built our company on the foundation of integrity and great referrals. Schedule a free estimate today!
"Jim was very easy to work with and very informative and timely."
Veronica M on February 2021
At S & F Construction, Inc., we are skilled masons professionally trained in the design of stone, brick and concrete structure and artistry. We will do decorative stamped and stained concrete including driveways, walkways, patios, pool aprons and much more. We have been serving for 20 years and have built our company on the foundation of integrity and great referrals. Schedule a free estimate today!
"Jim was very easy to work with and very informative and timely."
Veronica M on February 2021
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Concrete Finishing questions, answered by experts
You can pour concrete over asphalt if it’s in good condition, thick, stable, and well-compacted. Concrete is more durable than asphalt and can extend the lifetime of your driveway without having to pay frequent asphalt driveway repair costs or replace it completely.
But this is best reserved as a temporary solution based on budget restraints, as asphalt requires more frequent repairs and assessments than concrete. Once that concrete top is poured, it’ll be harder to accurately understand what’s happening beneath that layer, which could lead to more issues.
Yes, you can pour new concrete over old concrete, but you need to apply a concrete bonding agent to the existing concrete to ensure the new concrete sticks. Keep in mind that even with a bonding agent, large cracks and other flaws will still come through. If the concrete has heaved, settled, or cracked, pouring new concrete on top won’t address any root structural problems. Removing the existing concrete and rebuilding will be your best solution in that case.
Application typically takes 1-3 days, depending on the size of the area and the drying time for overlays or sealants.
Acid-based concrete stain is generally considered the best option because it lasts about four times as long and penetrates the deepest into concrete to give richer, full-bodied colors. If you prefer more vibrant colors, though, many water-based concrete stains are available that could provide a solution you can't find from earth-toned acid-based solutions.
Countertop overlays can be worth it for homeowners looking for an affordable way to update their kitchens without the hassle of removing existing countertops. As their name implies, overlays are installed over existing counters, saving time and labor. However, you must prep the underlying surface properly for long-lasting adhesion.
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The North Kingstown, RI homeowners’ guide to concrete finishing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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