
Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Bryan R. and Austin R. did a great job with leveling our sunken concrete here!"





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Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Bryan R. and Austin R. did a great job with leveling our sunken concrete here!"





+12

Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We were extremely happy with the process from beginning to end. We had several other companies come out and we saw a difference right away with the inspector's approach and knowledge. Since we've never done this type of project before we didn't know what to expect from the crew during the installation. The foreman showed up on time as scheduled and was very considerate of our situation. They helped me cover up some of our stored items to protect it from dust installed a full drain system around the perimeter or our basement and made it look easy to jack hammer and haul out so much concrete and debris. Within 3 days our basement was fully restored and dry again. Since then we've had several heavy rain storms and we couldn't be happier with how everything works just like the inspector originally showed us. Definitely a 5 star operation and relieved when I didn't get a really high price at first then lower prices each time I said I'd think about it. Basement Systems gave us a competitive price up front and we didn't have to listen to another story of how he would give me some magical deal only if I gave them a deposit for the job at that very moment. Spending almost $8500 for a home repair was a huge deal for us and we appreciate the other reviews we read on Home Advisor, Thanks!!"





+142
Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"It looks beautiful. Brian's crew took out the old concrete slabs and put in beautiful red/grey pavers. The walk goes from our front steps to the driveway.
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+36

Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Man, I wish I remember the guy's name who led the project because he is top notch. Came out and gave me an estimate for my original request of filling in gaps on my porch with concrete. Looking over my porch, he asked what my budget was. When I told him, he offered to build a brick flowerbed around the porch, replacing one that was made of wood and falling apart. He also said he would straighten it out (the wooden flower bed holder (whatever) was jutting out at an angle. He showed me pictures of some choices and I took him up on his offer (and, FWIW, I asked a few other estimates and he beat them by far). The crew came out Monday and said it may take two days, but they got it done in one and cleaned up everything as if they weren't even there. I cannot recommend this company enough, and I fully plan on using them again for some upcoming projects. The cost for filling in all the gaps in my porch and building the flower bed holder thing with bricks was $1,500. I am very pleased."





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Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1989
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Stone wall rebuild:
The crew disassembled the existing deteriorating stone wall which enclosed a Japanese maple and other plants. They dug a trench beneath where the new wall would be installed and installed 6" of CR6. Perforated pipe was installed behind where each wall would be and it was filled with 6" of #57 stone. The walls were then rebuilt with the addition of a pallet of matching Western Maryland stone. The downspout drain was extended under the wall with SCH 40 pipe with a pop-up drain. They seeded and strawed all disturbed areas and installed mulch inside of the stone wall which retained the Japanese maple and other plants and shrub. All of the wall is level and stable and looks great. I had gotten other estimates and they were all about the same, but I feel that no other contractor would have done as good a job.
Front walk replacement:
Removed concrete front walk which was deteriorating and hauled it away. Installed the proper multi-layer base and tamped it down. Installed the pavers in a pleasing "I" pattern with a contrasting boarder. Replaced existing concrete step with wall block and caps that matches the pavers. Installed polymeric sand, swept it in cracks and tamped it down. Reapplied sand, tamped it down and wet it down to activate it. They diverted two drain spouts by the walkout in the rear of the house. They also extended an existing garden boundary, removing the grass by undercutting with shovels and moved the existing stone boundary around the new perimeter. They seeded and strawed all disturbed areas and installed mulch around the pavers. They did such a good job on the wall rebuild that I didn't even get estimates from other contractors for the walk.
Work crew:
All of the work crew on both jobs were polite and were hard workers. They were glad to answer any questions and explain what they were doing. They showed up on time and did an excellent job of cleaning up the work site when the job was completed.
Owner:
Kyle Hodges responded to phone calls and emails promptly and answered all questions. He stopped by periodically to monitor the jobs. I felt that he did more than he had to do make sure that I was satisfied with the work that was being done.
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+50

Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I am a pleased and satisfied customer with my new concrete steps. It was explained to me the daily work that would be done to complete the concrete steps. I would truly refer Mr. Coshnitzke of Blue Crab Home Solutions and his crew members to others."





+103

Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The company cleaned up the entire area very well! Many people stopped by and even said how much better the parking slab looked now and the company did a good job on the new parking slab.....I really don't have any problems with this company!"

Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Outdoor advantage did a superb job. They removed a large (20x12) fish pond that had been in place for over 30 years. They had to haul away about 6 tons of field stone then create a flat and level surface for the pool. They then seeded and put straw down on the bare area. They showed up on time and finished at the end of the day. Outdoor advantage is my go to company for any landscaping project. I've used them many times and wouldn't hesitate to use them in the future."





+179

Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Kraig - I just wanted to say thanks again for a great job on the pavers for the new parking area. Coming home from vacation we were reminded again how much it improves the â curb appealâ of the house. Everyone who comes to visit remarks on the great appearance, and the tricky way it blends in with the existing pavement. When I come home from a rehearsal or performance itâ s great to be able to unload with feet dry and no mud. You have a great crew, and we are looking forward to planning new projects."





+86

Serving Parkton, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We had a good experience with Always Waterproofing and Concrete. The lady who works in the office was so helpful and friendly over the phone too."


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