Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
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Small jobs welcome
"Concrete pad was great - very satisfied with the result"
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Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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"I recently hired Just Stamping Concrete for a landscaping project, and I must say that I was blown away by their work. Their team is highly skilled and knowledgeable, and they truly transformed my outdoor space into a beautiful oasis."
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
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"Philistine Concrete did an awesome job. From start to finish."
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Bobby, was extremely trustworthy and did great work. He showed up when he said he would and made sure everything turned out great. I would definitely hire him again. He also did work for two of my neighbors."
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"They were able to complete my patio in 1 1/2 days just before the big rain storm. They were quick, cleaned up all the mess and were very responsive and easy to work with."
+46
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"They were helpful in designing the project and did a great job for a great value. I would recommend them to anybody. -Walter H"
+17
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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"I hired Dalinghaus Construction to install two push Piers for a freestanding column/wall (bad clay soil causing movement). I meet with Kevin to go over the scope of work and he explained everything in detail. The price was the best I can find. Took one extra day to finish the work, but they did not charge me any additional fees. 3 month later, I had a feeling that the column/wall is moving again and call Kevin. He show up in a few days and show me there is no way that wall is still moving and he was right. They are very good at what they do and customer service is the best. Thank you very much."
+128
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1992
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Warranties offered
"16 step process was thorough and professional. Attention to detail and follow up were outstanding."
+112
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Emergency services offered
"Adrian did an amazing and efficient job. Everything was very professional and came out looking beautiful."
+131
Serving Acton, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"Very pleased with his work! They showed up on time and were very professional! They got it done on time!"
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