Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Ben and his crew removed a sunken garage slab and replaced it. The old slab was broken up and debris was removed. The "process" material was layed out and compacted and wire mesh was put down. New concrete slab was poured and finished. The work quality is excellent."
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"stucco application of foundation walls in basement and poured concrete floor impartial crawl Space"
+13
Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Front of my stairs were starting to crumble and looked gross. I was having a hard time finding a permanent solution, at a reasonable price, and had curb appeal. Had a couple quotes but I’m glad I went with Design and Build Masonry LLC. Very nice people, family owned, and did an awesome job! Will be having them take care of some more projects for me."
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Denis & his team did a great job! They worked with my schedule and completed my concrete patio in good time. They also made sure to clean up everything when the job was finished. I would definitely recommend them!"
Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
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 Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"After searching months for a reasonably priced concrete company with the help of Home Advisor I came across J & L Concrete Company, Inc. Everything went smoothly. I got a quote and Angel was very willing to work within my price range. The day they arrived everything went smoothly once again. The only thing I would say would made it perfect was a better invoice system. I was given a generic receipt with no information of the work performed. I also never received a written estimate. Overall, I would definitely use J & L Concrete Company again as I was more than happy with there professionalism and thoroughness."
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I am very happy with the work and outcome of the new garage floor. Very dependable, professional and personable."
+9
Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Let me just tell you how in love I am with the way that my driveway,backyard patio,retaining wall looks! These men did an absolute phenomenal job with these projects. Angelo & his dad were very punctual ,friendly and very hardworking guys . My husband and I hired them only for retaining wall 5â high by 88â long when they finished I fell in love with their job so I gave them 2 extra projects ,backyard patio & driveway and of course they did the most beautiful job that Iâ ve ever seen plus they did extra works with no additional costs . I will most definitely recommend this family owned business to my friends and family Angelo&his Dad are the best !!!!!"
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We could not be more pleased with Begoâ s masonry! We used them for a back yard patio/firepit and new front walkway and steps. Ernest is awesome. He takes the time to explain the different products and process and there is absolutely no sales pressure. Ernest is super responsive and responds to texts, emails and calls very fast. He was onsite every day of the job. His father is amazing and is a true craftsman, takes extreme pride in his work. The crew showed up on time, were very hard working and had great attention to detail. They completed the work faster than originally quoted and we couldnâ t be more pleased. I would highly recommend them. We had several masons quote the job but hands down Begoâ s was the best. We are already looking for our next project for Begoâ s to support."
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Serving Stratford, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Very satisfied with our retaining wall. We get so many compliments."
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