Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
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Small jobs welcome
"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."
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"I reached out to Efran to get a quote for my driveway. It was half asphalt and half concrete and had shifted a lot due to improper drainage. I got him to extend the driveway to a retaining wall that was itself in need of attention. It was bowed out and lacked pointing. In-between the wall and my old driveway was a shed that had no foundation. I asked if he'd be able to move it to atop of the retaining wall and he said he'd try. He came up with a plan to fix the drainage issue and also added a conduit pipe under the new driveway. He did everything he said he would and even removed some small stumps for me. He wasn't able to move the shed but he managed my expectations early and let me know it may not work. I highly recommend him and his team to anyone needing work done!"
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"stucco application of foundation walls in basement and poured concrete floor impartial crawl Space"
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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Customers say: Quality work
"Such great masonry work! They helped us with design suggestions for our front steps and walkway. The final outcome was beautiful - almost a work of art. These guys are highly skilled, reliable, and hard-working. We would highly recommend them to anyone."
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1980
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Warranties offered
"They were on time and repaired the 2 walls efficiently and within 2 days. The work was excellent restoring the wall better than they were before. The cost was moderate and I would definitely have them do more work for me in the future."
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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Warranties offered
"I am very happy with the work and outcome of the new garage floor. Very dependable, professional and personable."
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
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Emergency services offered
"Absolutely highly recommend EK! He promptly came out to provide a quote and then maintained seemless & prompt communication. It was a very fair rate (actually the lowest), and, in the end, he did a stunning job (dry retaining stone wall repair). Do not hesitate to hire EK!!"
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Small jobs welcome
"We changed our plan from stamped concrete to pavers on our patio. Krenar of Original Masonry was professional and on time finishing the job. He did a great job with the pavers!"
Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Cela's Masonry did multiple projects for me including chimneys and repairing/resetting bluestone stairs. Top quality work. Honest and professional and stayed to finish my job over the weekend. Highly recommend."
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Serving Barkhamsted, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Our experience with Talos Masonry was outstanding !!! We had our front and back steps rebuilt, a 30 ft retaining done, and other draining issues resolved. John, is very professional, and we relied on his experience to help us make the best decisions for our needs. Additionally, Talos Masonry has a strong team of hard working individuals that provide quality work while getting the job done quickly. A big thumbs up to John and his team !!"
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