Hello, I am Richard McAndrew, a contractor and mason from Virginia. I have been working in the trade for 40 years, and I have worked in the bay area for 28 years. I came to California for more work opporunities and started my own business in 1992. My goal is to achieve the satisfaction of my clients through the services I provide. I want my clients to feel good about the finished product. It is gratifying to have clients in love with their completed home improvement. Please visit my website: WWW.RICKYMACMASONRY.COM
"It's been a month and never heard from him did not respond. I am not impressed with your ADDS on television or your other advertisements"
Yolanda B on August 2019
Hello, I am Richard McAndrew, a contractor and mason from Virginia. I have been working in the trade for 40 years, and I have worked in the bay area for 28 years. I came to California for more work opporunities and started my own business in 1992. My goal is to achieve the satisfaction of my clients through the services I provide. I want my clients to feel good about the finished product. It is gratifying to have clients in love with their completed home improvement. Please visit my website: WWW.RICKYMACMASONRY.COM
"It's been a month and never heard from him did not respond. I am not impressed with your ADDS on television or your other advertisements"
Yolanda B on August 2019
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
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
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"He is excellent. He has done work for me for many years, and I have not had any issues. I would highly recommend him to anyone!"
Cecile A on February 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"He is excellent. He has done work for me for many years, and I have not had any issues. I would highly recommend him to anyone!"
Cecile A on February 2023
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!
We specialize in all phases of landscaping and hardscaping services! At Go Green Landscape our belief is that our customers needs are the utmost importance. Our team has experience dating back to 2005 and are committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is to big or to small, please contact us for a free estimate!
"The service went well. They were quick."
Oz S on June 2021
We specialize in all phases of landscaping and hardscaping services! At Go Green Landscape our belief is that our customers needs are the utmost importance. Our team has experience dating back to 2005 and are committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is to big or to small, please contact us for a free estimate!
"The service went well. They were quick."
Oz S on June 2021
SkyBlue Builders Inc., started in 2001 focusing on Residential New Construction. After gaining all this experience the family business decided to focus on Siding, Windows, Doors, Seismic Retrofits, ADU's, Decks, Painting, Complete Interior Remodeling, & General Construction. We service Residential & Commercial clients.
"SkyBlue Builders Performs Quality Work SkyBlue Builders is a Five Star High Quality Siding Construction Company, and I recommend them. My thirty-year- old home is in a rural environment. with a humid atmosphere. The siding on my home was worn by the salt air and moisture and needed replacement from the eaves all the way to the foundation. I chose SkyBlue for three main reasons: 1. Siding is all they do, and they have specialized in it for 19 years. 2. They are rated A+ by the BBB and have had no complaints regarding their work. 3. I viewed online photos of their previous jobs and was impressed by the quality of their work. My experience with SkyBlue was positive from beginning to end. Every day they showed up at 8 A.M. and worked until 4 P.M. when they began cleanup. Every day they put away their tools and cleaned up the work area. At the end of every day they made sure that my driveway was clear, so I could pull my car out of the garage. The workers were always polite and cooperative and responded positively to homeowner concerns. Here are some examples of their work: 1. SkyBlue provided protection against animals. Our rural community has many wild creatures nearby: Bats, coyotes, skunks. raccoons, opossums, mice, and gophers abound, These animals are always in search of a warm and dry haven such as a basement. Over the years, invading animals chewed the wiring of my HVAC dampers, ruining the home heating and cooling controls. I spent thousands to repair the damage. I reported this history to SkyBlue. They replaced the old substandard and ineffective basement vents with quality new vents. They were also careful not to leave any vent opening exposed during the repair. SkyBlue also replaced my costly, old, substandard roof eave “chicken wire bat control,” installed by three separate “bat experts.” SkyBlue installed new, high tech, high quality solid construction in the space between the fascia and siding. Now there is no space for the bats to occupy. 2. SkyBlue used quality materials and did quality work: SkyBlue installed Kelleher Double Pre-Primed Siding so that both sides of the siding and trim are pre-primed with two coats of prime and thus are well protected. SkyBlue reset every single nail in the new siding and trim, and then caulked all holes. Finally, they sanded the caulking, effectively hiding every nail. Looking at my house, you can’t see any joints where two siding boards come together. You cannot see any nails. What a refreshing improvement from the original construction ! SkyBlue then applied two color coats of High Quality Sherman Williams Paint, for a total of four coats of paint. The result is spectacular. To see their work for yourselves, go online and look at photos of their previous jobs. 3. SkyBlue found and repaired old wood damage and previous poor construction. The repair work is better than the original construction. Their workers are experienced, friendly, and will listen to your concerns. The people who hire SkyBlue are people who want quality construction with attention to detail, and a beautiful result."
Roger H on March 2021
SkyBlue Builders Inc., started in 2001 focusing on Residential New Construction. After gaining all this experience the family business decided to focus on Siding, Windows, Doors, Seismic Retrofits, ADU's, Decks, Painting, Complete Interior Remodeling, & General Construction. We service Residential & Commercial clients.
"SkyBlue Builders Performs Quality Work SkyBlue Builders is a Five Star High Quality Siding Construction Company, and I recommend them. My thirty-year- old home is in a rural environment. with a humid atmosphere. The siding on my home was worn by the salt air and moisture and needed replacement from the eaves all the way to the foundation. I chose SkyBlue for three main reasons: 1. Siding is all they do, and they have specialized in it for 19 years. 2. They are rated A+ by the BBB and have had no complaints regarding their work. 3. I viewed online photos of their previous jobs and was impressed by the quality of their work. My experience with SkyBlue was positive from beginning to end. Every day they showed up at 8 A.M. and worked until 4 P.M. when they began cleanup. Every day they put away their tools and cleaned up the work area. At the end of every day they made sure that my driveway was clear, so I could pull my car out of the garage. The workers were always polite and cooperative and responded positively to homeowner concerns. Here are some examples of their work: 1. SkyBlue provided protection against animals. Our rural community has many wild creatures nearby: Bats, coyotes, skunks. raccoons, opossums, mice, and gophers abound, These animals are always in search of a warm and dry haven such as a basement. Over the years, invading animals chewed the wiring of my HVAC dampers, ruining the home heating and cooling controls. I spent thousands to repair the damage. I reported this history to SkyBlue. They replaced the old substandard and ineffective basement vents with quality new vents. They were also careful not to leave any vent opening exposed during the repair. SkyBlue also replaced my costly, old, substandard roof eave “chicken wire bat control,” installed by three separate “bat experts.” SkyBlue installed new, high tech, high quality solid construction in the space between the fascia and siding. Now there is no space for the bats to occupy. 2. SkyBlue used quality materials and did quality work: SkyBlue installed Kelleher Double Pre-Primed Siding so that both sides of the siding and trim are pre-primed with two coats of prime and thus are well protected. SkyBlue reset every single nail in the new siding and trim, and then caulked all holes. Finally, they sanded the caulking, effectively hiding every nail. Looking at my house, you can’t see any joints where two siding boards come together. You cannot see any nails. What a refreshing improvement from the original construction ! SkyBlue then applied two color coats of High Quality Sherman Williams Paint, for a total of four coats of paint. The result is spectacular. To see their work for yourselves, go online and look at photos of their previous jobs. 3. SkyBlue found and repaired old wood damage and previous poor construction. The repair work is better than the original construction. Their workers are experienced, friendly, and will listen to your concerns. The people who hire SkyBlue are people who want quality construction with attention to detail, and a beautiful result."
Roger H on March 2021
Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care offers Design, Installation, and Maintenance services with over 30 years of experience. We are extremely knowledgeable in our industry and are very customer service oriented. Working with the top nursery’s in the Bay area, allows us to have the best plant selection available. We look forward to consulting with you on your projects now and in the future!
"We enjoyed working with Welcome Home! We had a couple needs, one of which was open-ended and Ken was so helpful and informative, helping us figure out the best way to make the project happen. He and his team addressed the bamboo issue in our yard, removed dead plants, fixed our irrigation, and gave us lots of useful tips. We would definitely work with them again!"
Amy C on August 2024
Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care offers Design, Installation, and Maintenance services with over 30 years of experience. We are extremely knowledgeable in our industry and are very customer service oriented. Working with the top nursery’s in the Bay area, allows us to have the best plant selection available. We look forward to consulting with you on your projects now and in the future!
"We enjoyed working with Welcome Home! We had a couple needs, one of which was open-ended and Ken was so helpful and informative, helping us figure out the best way to make the project happen. He and his team addressed the bamboo issue in our yard, removed dead plants, fixed our irrigation, and gave us lots of useful tips. We would definitely work with them again!"
Amy C on August 2024
Family owned business with over 15 years experience - Siding -
"Petr and his team are amazing! We talked to several general contractors and went with Astoria Construction because of their experience, excellent work (we visited past projects in our neighborhood), and Petr’s wonderful customer service. At the start of the project, Petr assessed the situation and provided multiple options and price points for repairing or replacing our leaky siding and restoring our water damaged rooms. Once the project kicked off, the Astoria team showed up daily and worked quickly to minimize disruption. As we discovered challenges (literally under the siding), Petr was great in communicating what they found and our options. Petr was so good is letting us know when weather would impact progress and how he was prioritizing us and his other clients. We never had to chase him down and he was always responsive to our calls and texts. The final product was better than we could have hoped and in a price range we could afford. We’re so grateful for Astoria Constructions craft and care in making our home whole again. Without a doubt, I’d hire Astoria Construction again."
Jacob E on February 2025
Family owned business with over 15 years experience - Siding -
"Petr and his team are amazing! We talked to several general contractors and went with Astoria Construction because of their experience, excellent work (we visited past projects in our neighborhood), and Petr’s wonderful customer service. At the start of the project, Petr assessed the situation and provided multiple options and price points for repairing or replacing our leaky siding and restoring our water damaged rooms. Once the project kicked off, the Astoria team showed up daily and worked quickly to minimize disruption. As we discovered challenges (literally under the siding), Petr was great in communicating what they found and our options. Petr was so good is letting us know when weather would impact progress and how he was prioritizing us and his other clients. We never had to chase him down and he was always responsive to our calls and texts. The final product was better than we could have hoped and in a price range we could afford. We’re so grateful for Astoria Constructions craft and care in making our home whole again. Without a doubt, I’d hire Astoria Construction again."
Jacob E on February 2025
Pavers Express Group specializes in the installation of interlocking concrete pavers, building beautiful retaining and decorative walls, natural flagstone and pavers, porcelain tile, fire pits and outdoor kitchens, and installing artificial grass. Our team has successfully completed a vast range of projects throughout the Bay Area, from residential jobs to major commercial undertakings.
"Pavers express did an AMAZING job on our yard. Joe was the lead man on our project and his knowledge of the trade and care put into each aspect of the job was phenomenal. everyone was so communicative throughout the process and the final results were beyond what we could have imagined for our yard! I can’t wait to have them back to do our front yard as well."
Ashley H on May 2025
Pavers Express Group specializes in the installation of interlocking concrete pavers, building beautiful retaining and decorative walls, natural flagstone and pavers, porcelain tile, fire pits and outdoor kitchens, and installing artificial grass. Our team has successfully completed a vast range of projects throughout the Bay Area, from residential jobs to major commercial undertakings.
"Pavers express did an AMAZING job on our yard. Joe was the lead man on our project and his knowledge of the trade and care put into each aspect of the job was phenomenal. everyone was so communicative throughout the process and the final results were beyond what we could have imagined for our yard! I can’t wait to have them back to do our front yard as well."
Ashley H on May 2025
Family owned, with over 17 years of experience. Here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams
"Excellent work. Excellent crew. Hardworking - executing the design we wanted. The patio and walkways came out great."
Dave M on June 2024
Family owned, with over 17 years of experience. Here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams
"Excellent work. Excellent crew. Hardworking - executing the design we wanted. The patio and walkways came out great."
Dave M on June 2024
You can expect a concrete block wall to last 50 to 100 years—or even longer—when it’s built with quality blocks, proper rebar, and a pro installer. Longevity still depends on you keeping the wall clean, sealing it against moisture, and tackling small repairs early. Local climate and soil conditions also play a role, so check for cracks after heavy storms. With routine care, your wall should stay solid for decades.
Look for leaning, bowing, widening cracks, or loose mortar joints—those signs mean your wall could use extra muscle. If you spot any of them, call a structural engineer or masonry contractor. The professional will assess the damage and, if necessary, add rebar, grout, or new footings to shore things up. Acting quickly keeps small issues from turning into costly repairs.
The price to repair a retaining wall depends on the extent of the damage. Patching hairline cracks costs far less than rebuilding sections that have shifted or collapsed. Your material choice and local labor rates matter too—brick repairs run higher than concrete block fixes. Hire a retaining-wall professional to assess the problem and recommend the most effective repair plan before costs escalate.