A quality, customer service focused, owner operated contracting company with 35 years of industry experience.
"Excellent communication. Prompt & efficient service. Finished product looks great!"
Patrick M on September 2024
A quality, customer service focused, owner operated contracting company with 35 years of industry experience.
"Excellent communication. Prompt & efficient service. Finished product looks great!"
Patrick M on September 2024
J & L Concrete Company, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"They were great!"
David B on November 2024
J & L Concrete Company, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"They were great!"
David B on November 2024
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in roofing services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Rivera Roofing did an exceptional job repairing my 15-year-old roof. They were quick, efficient, organized, and left everything spotless. A special thanks to Jose for his kindness and outstanding customer service throughout the process. Highly recommend any roofing needs!"
Nelson V on January 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in roofing services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Rivera Roofing did an exceptional job repairing my 15-year-old roof. They were quick, efficient, organized, and left everything spotless. A special thanks to Jose for his kindness and outstanding customer service throughout the process. Highly recommend any roofing needs!"
Nelson V on January 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Great work on landscaping and carpentry Fair priced and courteous."
Gary H on June 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Great work on landscaping and carpentry Fair priced and courteous."
Gary H on June 2025
WE ARE PROFESSIONALS IN ALL TREE SERVICE INDUSTRY AND LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT . OUR TEAM ITS EXCITED TO MEET YOU AND HELP WITH ALL YOUR GREENING NEEDS . JUST LIKE MAGIC WE CAN TRANSFORM YOUR BELOVED OUTDOORS SPACES. For us it's all about helping you bring your vision to life by satisfying all your desires. We transform your environments into green, renewed outdoor spaces. From beginning to end, we assure you of the amazing quality of our honest and detailed work.
"These guys were amazing! They truly did better than I had envisioned!! It came out great, I loved it!!"
Britany B on October 2024
WE ARE PROFESSIONALS IN ALL TREE SERVICE INDUSTRY AND LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT . OUR TEAM ITS EXCITED TO MEET YOU AND HELP WITH ALL YOUR GREENING NEEDS . JUST LIKE MAGIC WE CAN TRANSFORM YOUR BELOVED OUTDOORS SPACES. For us it's all about helping you bring your vision to life by satisfying all your desires. We transform your environments into green, renewed outdoor spaces. From beginning to end, we assure you of the amazing quality of our honest and detailed work.
"These guys were amazing! They truly did better than I had envisioned!! It came out great, I loved it!!"
Britany B on October 2024
Vs Landscaping where you will find high-quality and cost-effective Masonry Work Landscaping Services and Tree Services. our team has 20 years of personal experience and we are locally known for delivering great results.
"Luis did our paver patio and walkway recently. His team and he did a fantastic job! Luis showed up on time for every quote and discussion regarding the work. His quote was priced competitively and transparently so that it was easy to modify moving forward during the process. His team worked hard and efficiently - they even could work on Saturday. They took care of details to cover the disturbed soil with seeds and straws after finishing the paving. They also buried drain pipes for our gutter down sprouts to be redirected underneath the patio. Luis kept track of our project well, and his team and he are very understanding and easy to communicate in person. It would be better to schedule in-person discussions with Luis than texting/phone since he is involved in multiple projects and quite busy."
Dee R on July 2023
Vs Landscaping where you will find high-quality and cost-effective Masonry Work Landscaping Services and Tree Services. our team has 20 years of personal experience and we are locally known for delivering great results.
"Luis did our paver patio and walkway recently. His team and he did a fantastic job! Luis showed up on time for every quote and discussion regarding the work. His quote was priced competitively and transparently so that it was easy to modify moving forward during the process. His team worked hard and efficiently - they even could work on Saturday. They took care of details to cover the disturbed soil with seeds and straws after finishing the paving. They also buried drain pipes for our gutter down sprouts to be redirected underneath the patio. Luis kept track of our project well, and his team and he are very understanding and easy to communicate in person. It would be better to schedule in-person discussions with Luis than texting/phone since he is involved in multiple projects and quite busy."
Dee R on July 2023
We are a small owner operated Landscaping and tree services company.Services provided are Spring and Fall clean up.Lawn maintenance.plant shrubs or flowers.Tree trimming or pruning leveling. We also offer tree removal.
"Excellent Service."
Marcy P on May 2024
We are a small owner operated Landscaping and tree services company.Services provided are Spring and Fall clean up.Lawn maintenance.plant shrubs or flowers.Tree trimming or pruning leveling. We also offer tree removal.
"Excellent Service."
Marcy P on May 2024
Design & Build Masonry LLC is a construction family owned business based in Waterbury, Connecticut. We provide quality, custom workmanship for your masonry needs. We are a team of fully insured, licensed, professional contractors dedicated to producing a top quality service that we stand behind. Join our growing family of satisfied customers who rely on our one of a kind talent in bringing masonry in life. We offer high quality exterior and interior services: Stucco, Patio, Stone, Brick, Block, Chimney, Tiles, Repairs, Pool, Driveways, Concrete, Pavers etc.
"They were professional, friendly, and completed the job as expected. I would hire them again."
Bob S on October 2023
Design & Build Masonry LLC is a construction family owned business based in Waterbury, Connecticut. We provide quality, custom workmanship for your masonry needs. We are a team of fully insured, licensed, professional contractors dedicated to producing a top quality service that we stand behind. Join our growing family of satisfied customers who rely on our one of a kind talent in bringing masonry in life. We offer high quality exterior and interior services: Stucco, Patio, Stone, Brick, Block, Chimney, Tiles, Repairs, Pool, Driveways, Concrete, Pavers etc.
"They were professional, friendly, and completed the job as expected. I would hire them again."
Bob S on October 2023
Masters Degree in Landscape architecture Landscapes,Sidewalks,Patios,Walls,Lawn installs,Hydro-seeding,Dumpster/roll off rentals,plowing,lawn Maintenance,Landscape design,Tree and shrub maintenance,site work
"Both projects would be considered large projects which were completed on schedule without any setbacks. The quality of work and materials used were better than I expected. If your considering using this contractor you won’t be disappointed."
Dave C on March 2023
Masters Degree in Landscape architecture Landscapes,Sidewalks,Patios,Walls,Lawn installs,Hydro-seeding,Dumpster/roll off rentals,plowing,lawn Maintenance,Landscape design,Tree and shrub maintenance,site work
"Both projects would be considered large projects which were completed on schedule without any setbacks. The quality of work and materials used were better than I expected. If your considering using this contractor you won’t be disappointed."
Dave C on March 2023
The installation process for a concrete basement floor spans several days to weeks, depending on project scope. Preparation work includes removing existing flooring, creating proper drainage, and establishing a suitable base. The concrete itself requires adequate curing time before finishing treatments can be applied. Weather conditions, basement accessibility, and chosen finish types all influence the overall timeline.
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A properly installed concrete basement floor can improve moisture management when incorporated with appropriate waterproofing measures. Vapor barriers, drainage systems, and quality sealants all contribute to moisture control. However, concrete alone cannot resolve serious foundation water issues or hydrostatic pressure problems. Comprehensive waterproofing approaches that address exterior drainage, foundation walls, and interior systems provide the best results for persistent moisture concerns.