We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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John L on April 2019
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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John L on April 2019
Hardscape and landscape installation is our specialty. Whether you're looking for a new driveway, front entryway or a complete backyard remodel, the experts at Opulands will create a custom design to meet your home?s unique needs. As a full service landscape design company, we?ll help bring your dream from initial concept to reality. Quality workmanship is a cornerstone of Opulands; our goal is to create an outdoor living space you will enjoy for years to come. Whether your project is a straightforward paver driveway or patio, or a large transformation that includes outdoor features such as pergolas, BBQ islands, firepits & extensive landscape remodeling - we are laser focused on delivering the best value in the marketplace.. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Tree roots and a recently diverted sewage line made existing walkway hazardous to traverse - an accident waiting to happen so something had to be done. Absolutely no regrets in choosing Opulands to do the job. Steven took the time to listen to my vision and made thoughtful suggestions to help make that vision a reality. I found Steven to be available at all times during the process which was appreciated as unknown items inevitably will come up. Huge shoutout to the crew. Anthony and Enrique are skilled, personable and know what they are doing. They communicate very effectively and make a great team. Hopefully I can get the team back in a few years for additional work. #iamfoothill"
John D on August 2023
Hardscape and landscape installation is our specialty. Whether you're looking for a new driveway, front entryway or a complete backyard remodel, the experts at Opulands will create a custom design to meet your home?s unique needs. As a full service landscape design company, we?ll help bring your dream from initial concept to reality. Quality workmanship is a cornerstone of Opulands; our goal is to create an outdoor living space you will enjoy for years to come. Whether your project is a straightforward paver driveway or patio, or a large transformation that includes outdoor features such as pergolas, BBQ islands, firepits & extensive landscape remodeling - we are laser focused on delivering the best value in the marketplace.. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Tree roots and a recently diverted sewage line made existing walkway hazardous to traverse - an accident waiting to happen so something had to be done. Absolutely no regrets in choosing Opulands to do the job. Steven took the time to listen to my vision and made thoughtful suggestions to help make that vision a reality. I found Steven to be available at all times during the process which was appreciated as unknown items inevitably will come up. Huge shoutout to the crew. Anthony and Enrique are skilled, personable and know what they are doing. They communicate very effectively and make a great team. Hopefully I can get the team back in a few years for additional work. #iamfoothill"
John D on August 2023
At Bonfire Outdoor Improvements, we specialize in landscape construction and transforming outdoor spaces in Bay Area. With over 25 years of combined landscaping experience, there is no better option for custom landscaping and outdoor living. From our no-obligation consultation and landscaping design service to the finished product, you will not find a more pleasurable experience. We are specialist in making the most complicated landscaping projects look easy. Whether you are looking for a new driveway or something with a hardscape surface, our talented design team will take care of you. Our mission is to exceed our clients' expectations and to raise the bar for the industry while ensuring quality craftsmanship and professionalism. We are discipline and resulted oriented. Our core values are the backbone of our business: We are inspirational, aligned, transparent, and accountable.
"Bonfire did a great job on some landscaping needed in San Jose. They were very prompt and provided a great price when compared with others. Highly recommend."
David W on March 2025
At Bonfire Outdoor Improvements, we specialize in landscape construction and transforming outdoor spaces in Bay Area. With over 25 years of combined landscaping experience, there is no better option for custom landscaping and outdoor living. From our no-obligation consultation and landscaping design service to the finished product, you will not find a more pleasurable experience. We are specialist in making the most complicated landscaping projects look easy. Whether you are looking for a new driveway or something with a hardscape surface, our talented design team will take care of you. Our mission is to exceed our clients' expectations and to raise the bar for the industry while ensuring quality craftsmanship and professionalism. We are discipline and resulted oriented. Our core values are the backbone of our business: We are inspirational, aligned, transparent, and accountable.
"Bonfire did a great job on some landscaping needed in San Jose. They were very prompt and provided a great price when compared with others. Highly recommend."
David W on March 2025
At United Chimney Service, Inc., we are a full-service masonry and concrete business with over 37 years in the trade. Our specialty is custom built fireplaces places and outdoor kitchens. We are fully licensed and insured and we can give you a free estimate. Please call us today. We also clean dryer vents and kitchen exhaust systems. We install pizza ovens, fireplace facades, stone, masonry, and pavers. We are Masonry and General Contractor California Contractor License #570119
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Ignace P on February 2025
At United Chimney Service, Inc., we are a full-service masonry and concrete business with over 37 years in the trade. Our specialty is custom built fireplaces places and outdoor kitchens. We are fully licensed and insured and we can give you a free estimate. Please call us today. We also clean dryer vents and kitchen exhaust systems. We install pizza ovens, fireplace facades, stone, masonry, and pavers. We are Masonry and General Contractor California Contractor License #570119
"Project not completed yet"
Ignace P on February 2025
Family Owned & Operated Company. We Complete Top Tier Hardscaping and Landscaping Projects Across The San Francisco Bay Area. At MB Masonry We Worry About Our Quality Of Work Before Turning A Profit. Thats Why We Refuse To Charge A Deposit To Any Of Our Clients and We Don't Issue A Final Invoice Unless The Client Is Completely Satisfied With Our Work. Contact Us Today For Your Project No Matter How Big Or Small It May Be We Will Be Happy To Be Of Assistance.
Family Owned & Operated Company. We Complete Top Tier Hardscaping and Landscaping Projects Across The San Francisco Bay Area. At MB Masonry We Worry About Our Quality Of Work Before Turning A Profit. Thats Why We Refuse To Charge A Deposit To Any Of Our Clients and We Don't Issue A Final Invoice Unless The Client Is Completely Satisfied With Our Work. Contact Us Today For Your Project No Matter How Big Or Small It May Be We Will Be Happy To Be Of Assistance.
Black Diamond has been family owned & operated since 2004 with local offices in San Jose, Novato, San Mateo, San Ramon, Santa Cruz, Carmel, Sacramento, and Thousand Oaks. With an exemplary reputation of being the leader in paver stone and landscape design & installation throughout California, our company’s ultimate goal is to provide an exceptional client experience. Our family of experts will create your custom Dreamscape with a commitment to professionalism, quality, value and customer service. We work with “Experts Only” to achieve 100% customer satisfaction by offering the highest quality work, including a 27 year warranty on paver installation & a lifetime warranty on paver stones.
"Working with Ron Geronimo has been an exceptional experience from start to finish. As a Landscape Design Consultant for Black Diamond, Ron brings a rare combination of technical knowledge, creative vision, and a genuine passion for outdoor spaces. It was clear that Ron takes the time to truly understand his clients' needs, preferences, and the unique features of each property. He listens carefully, asks insightful questions, and then delivers thoughtful design solutions that are both beautiful and functional. Ron has a remarkable ability to merge aesthetics with practicality, ensuring that every design element serves a purpose and enhances the overall flow of the space. I have fully enjoyed working with Ron."
Joseph D on May 2025
Black Diamond has been family owned & operated since 2004 with local offices in San Jose, Novato, San Mateo, San Ramon, Santa Cruz, Carmel, Sacramento, and Thousand Oaks. With an exemplary reputation of being the leader in paver stone and landscape design & installation throughout California, our company’s ultimate goal is to provide an exceptional client experience. Our family of experts will create your custom Dreamscape with a commitment to professionalism, quality, value and customer service. We work with “Experts Only” to achieve 100% customer satisfaction by offering the highest quality work, including a 27 year warranty on paver installation & a lifetime warranty on paver stones.
"Working with Ron Geronimo has been an exceptional experience from start to finish. As a Landscape Design Consultant for Black Diamond, Ron brings a rare combination of technical knowledge, creative vision, and a genuine passion for outdoor spaces. It was clear that Ron takes the time to truly understand his clients' needs, preferences, and the unique features of each property. He listens carefully, asks insightful questions, and then delivers thoughtful design solutions that are both beautiful and functional. Ron has a remarkable ability to merge aesthetics with practicality, ensuring that every design element serves a purpose and enhances the overall flow of the space. I have fully enjoyed working with Ron."
Joseph D on May 2025
BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!
"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."
Dina P on August 2024
BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!
"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."
Dina P on August 2024
Quality is our Goal! We re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and stands behind our work. We specialize in landscaping services, decks, fences, trees and shrubs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The design and construction was great. The workers were careful to protect our plants & trees. Would recommend this crew for quality work."
Shane W on May 2025
Quality is our Goal! We re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and stands behind our work. We specialize in landscaping services, decks, fences, trees and shrubs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The design and construction was great. The workers were careful to protect our plants & trees. Would recommend this crew for quality work."
Shane W on May 2025
Welcome to Exotic Landscape, where nature meets artistry! We specialize in creating breathtaking outdoor spaces with a perfect blend of greenery, hardscaping, and water features. Transform your backyard into a paradise with our expert landscaping services. Contact us today for a free consultation!
Welcome to Exotic Landscape, where nature meets artistry! We specialize in creating breathtaking outdoor spaces with a perfect blend of greenery, hardscaping, and water features. Transform your backyard into a paradise with our expert landscaping services. Contact us today for a free consultation!
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
"Very, very happy with the work that was done!"
ed t on May 2025
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
"Very, very happy with the work that was done!"
ed t on May 2025
Most professional brick step replacements require three to five working days to complete. The process begins with demolition of existing structures, followed by foundation preparation, brick installation, and finishing touches.
Weather conditions, project complexity, and the contractor's schedule can all influence the timeline. Simpler projects with fewer steps may finish more quickly, while elaborate designs or unexpected structural issues could extend the process by several days.
Spring and fall provide ideal conditions for masonry work, with moderate temperatures that allow proper mortar curing. Summer installations may require special precautions to prevent materials from drying too quickly in extreme heat, while winter projects face challenges in freezing conditions that can compromise mortar integrity.
Beyond weather considerations, scheduling during a mason's less busy season might result in more attentive service and potentially better pricing.
Permit requirements vary significantly by location. Many municipalities require permits for structural changes to entrances, especially if you're modifying the size, configuration, or adding features like railings.
The permitting process involves submitting plans, paying a permit fee, and scheduling inspections. Professional contractors often handle these requirements as part of their service. Check with your local building department before beginning work to avoid potential fines or complications.
Maintaining brick steps involves regular sweeping to remove debris, prompt cleaning of spills or stains, and annual inspection of mortar joints for signs of deterioration. During winter, use calcium chloride-based ice melt products rather than rock salt, which can damage brick surfaces.
Avoid high-pressure washing, which may erode mortar joints over time. With proper care and occasional maintenance like repointing (replacing deteriorated mortar), quality brick steps can last decades before requiring significant repairs.