Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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Emergency services offered
"Awesome experience based on the professionalism and timelines of the . double concrete and brick patio beautiful"
+243
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
Customers say: True professional
"Jeff and his crew were great to work with. The porch looks amazing!! They poured footers, built block walls, filled in around the walls, poured and finished the concrete porch and stairs. I would definitely hire them again!!!"
+34
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Austin Wells handled our sinking concrete pad and cracks near my garage. He explained everything, neat, and very professional. My wife and I appreciated how he wore a uniform and conducted himself in as an expert in his field. I would definitely call JES again, in particular, Austin Wells to handle any other concrete leveling issues."
+12
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Warranties offered
"King Level Construction does top notch work. From quotation to execution, Luis had us taken care of within 1 week. He demolished an existing concrete slab for us and poured a new 2 car parking pad. Luis made sure that we were satisfied with every part of the construction process, and we learned quite a bit from his expertise! The quality and value is unmatched. You will not be disappointed."
+18
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1984
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The job was performed in an efficient, timely and professional manner. The concrete walkway was well constructed with a broom-swept surface texture to prevent slipping, and a series of steps to accommodate the walkway to the slope of the ground. I intend to add a railing with a secondary handrail to the walkway to accommodate one of the tenants who is handicapped. Since I am very pleased with the outcome of the walkway project, I intend to ask Deck and Shed Pros for an estimate on the addition of a railing."
+4
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Warranties offered
"Removed old concrete patio: This was an old 1963-era concrete slab. Massive. Mike & his team brought in jackhammers and made quick work of it. Waterproofing: Removing the old slab revealed a damaged (and possibly leaking) portion of the house wall, which Mike's team repaired well. Replaced with new patio: Mike's team poured a new cement layer, then installed a new flagstone patio surface on top of that. Also a new step (concrete with flagstone exterior) at the door threshold. They also re-installed an iron railing which had been part of the original patio configuration. The job went well in all respects. We're happy with the team's work and with the new patio. I've worked with Mike and Diversified Contractors several times now. Each time, Mike has had good ideas & suggestions. Each time, his team has demonstrated excellent skills. Again, I'm looking forward to our next project."
+26
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Warranties offered
"On my shared driveway I noticed the concrete culvert was beginning to erode and shift. The crew came when scheduled to repair the culvert. The drainage area needed to be reshaped and have stone added to help with erosion issues. A cement footing was created to help hold up the concrete tubes and than concrete was packed in around the tubes help hold them in place. The job took several days to complete. I am very satisfied with the overall work. There was a lot of work put in to make the finished job look good and it does look good. I am giving a B for quality because the trucks they parked on my yard left large ruts in my yard. I watched the workers kick leaves over the ruts to hide them. When I complained they sent some one back to fix the ruts. That some one came back and with his foot kicked the top of ruts off, jumped back in the truck and left. I still have ruts that I will fix with my shovel and rake in spring. Such a shame. I will defiantly use them again in the future."
+4
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Good. They installed 2 layers of rebar and hydro barriers, gravel and lots of concrete. Thorough job."
+24
Serving Tuscarora, 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."
Serving Tuscarora, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Kuhlman's performed a major fall cleanup for us that included leaf collection and removal, trimming of several shrubs and plants, and removal of several dead shrubs. We were very pleased with the result and the lead crew member (Walter) continuously checked in with us to make sure we were pleased with the work. This is the second time we have used Kuhlman's and we would definitely hire the company again. The owner (Julie) is also very responsive."
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