Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"work with quality and efficient, professionally"
+36
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"From the moment Alex met with us we knew this was the mason for us. He was very polite and informative. Alex took the time to suggest design and materials in a way that we could visualize. He was also augmenting the design with pictures and he was open to our suggestions and vision. Ultimately we went with paver stairs and walkway which is beautiful. we are extremely satisfied with the workmanship, honesty and integrity that Alex Masonry brings to the homeowner. We were so happy with the front of the house that we asked them to quote and do the work in the back. We ripped up some concrete and added a small paver walkway to the deck stairs. Everything they said they were going to do they did. There were no hidden charges and the cost of the project was fair. 10/10 would hire and recommend."
+13
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Terrific father and son combo worked great together. Dad very seasoned and it showed. Excellent communication from the son"
+48
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The masons did an excellent job putting pavers on our driveway. They worked hard and neatly. The final product was beautiful. The cost was reasonable. I recommend them highly."
+53
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Artur and company did beautiful job taking down and rebuilding a previously poorly repaired stone wall destroyed by a car crash last year. The work was done professionally promptly with excellent clean up. I will hire again to install a new patio."
+34
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The best in the entire area, they did a cement slab and a patio of pavers for us and were extremely professional and timely. James offered different options and was great in communicating. Recommend them 110%"
+5
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Overall,pleased with the experience. Two very hard working men did a good job. The only negative was when they left concrete dust from a saw in the garage. What a mess."
+39
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The work was gorgeous. They were very professional, personal, and flexible."
+130
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Wilson and his guys always do an amazing job. We first hired him to build our retaining wall 2 years ago and have been using him for our landscaping services ever since!"
+56
Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I am so pleased that I contacted The Builders & Cleaners to complete our bathroom remodel! Everyone from start to finish was professional, kind and transparent. The customer service at this company is the best I?ve seen in a long time and our gorgeous bathroom remodel speaks for itself. I would definitely recommend tthem for any of your projects."
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