Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1952
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Everything went perfectly. Courteous, highly skilled crew extended a concrete pad to eliminate erosion. Really nice company to work with."
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Elvis Construction did a great job repairing my concrete foundation. Very professional, friendly, fair price and especially very customer service oriented. Very much want the customer to be happy with the work. I would highly recommend Elvis Construction!??"
Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Tommy and his crew were amazing for brickwork done on my house. They closed up several windows/doors with bricks during a renovation, and added corbels to a fireplace for a new mantel. Tommy was very responsive during the entire process, easily reachable and left the house in perfect, clean condition. Couldn't be happier."
Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Roven took the time to explain the process and the details involved in installing Belgium blocks along my driveway and a flower bed nearby that was edged with old, crumbling concrete. He extended the walkway to my front door with stone tile and at a reasonable cost. The end result met my expectations and I will use this company again for other projects."
Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I used Uprise Construction services for my front and side steps of the house and a concrete walkaway. Very friendly folks and so far best contractor I worked with reasonable pricing. I am happy with their work and also recommended him to my friends. Thank you!"
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Customers say: Quick response
"Joe is very profession and reliable He takes pride in his work, does an excellent job and leaves the area clean. His was the best price of the three estimates I received. You will not go wrong hiring Concrete Dynamics."
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They did a phenomenal job tearing up my old driveway, installing Belgian blocks, completely leveling and resurfacing and paving. They also installed a drain next to the driveway. Great group, honest, reasonable, and highly skilled."
Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Andy did a great job. He finished my concrete driveway very professional and they clean up very nice highly recommend"
Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Stamped concrete walkway and patio"
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I hired pro excellent construction to help me with my investment home and they were absolutely fantastic. Great job I am happy to have picked you for my project. I will definitely use you in the future and recommend to family and friends."
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