Top 10 Masonry Contractors in Los Altos, CA
Top questions to ask before hiring a masonry contractor
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Los Altos Masonry Contractors
I hired this agency after seeing good reviews. One person named George contacted me. He cancelled the first appointment at the last minute. But I decided to work with them as I already promised. After the project was started this person(George) started to...
Just wanted to give Michael Martinez, designer/consultant/project manager, and his crew led by Irving & his office assistant Alejandra a great review. This is the second project that they have done for us, and we will surely use them again for any other ...
Michael Martinez is heading up my driveway paver project. He’s been extremely helpful and has helped with every aspect of the job. We had gate people from another company working along side and in conjunction with black diamond pavers and the process is...
The project we had done through Black Diamond led by Michael Martinez as designer/consultant/ project manager was done down in a very thorough, professional, and timely manner. Helping us to see and imagine the possibilities went a long way in us being ...
We were really happy with the job that Black Diamond, especially Michael Martinez, did with our back yard. He was very helpful and was easy to work with, most importantly quick and easy to contact about our questions or clarifications. He listened to wh...
Since our family does not get along so well, we needed a landscaper skilled not only in his trade but also in working with people. Fortunately we discovered Michael Martinez of Black Diamond. He quickly produced a plan consistent with our aesthetic hopes ...
We decided to go with Black Diamond at the end of our first meeting with Michael Martinez. He listened to everything I wanted to do to transform our swampy, sloping yard and wrote up a plan/design on the spot. His knowledge of functionality and proper d...
I am pleased to recommend Michael Martinez and Black Diamond Pavers to anyone wanting to enhance their property. Michael acted as our designer, consultant and project manager. He was with us and in communication every step of the way. He masterfully de...
We were directly referred to Michael Martinez, as he's done projects for other friends of ours. He consulted us, designed, project managed every single day & went well beyond our expectations! We, even our kids, couldn't be more thankful and excited about...
We are thrilled with the work Michael Martinez, designer/consultant/project manager and his crew, headed by Irving, did on our driveway and side yard! Michael continuously met, followed-up and followed through on all aspects of the job from initial disc...
Everything You Need to Know About Los Altos Masonry Contractors
Does the masonry contractor I want to hire need to be licensed in Los Altos?
Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Masonry Contractor need to have. There are 0 masonry contractors in Los Altos that are licensed.
Here are the types of license(s) Masonry Contractors need to have to work on Masonry Services jobs in CA:
- Accreditations/License: California Department of Consumer Affairs: Contractors State License Board
How does invoicing/payment work for most Masonry Contractor projects in Los Altos?
Every project differs, but you should ask any masonry contractor for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any masonry services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for masonry contractors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your masonry contractor project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the masonry contractor to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Masonry Contractor in Los Altos has finished working?
Every masonry services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any masonry services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with masonry services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the masonry contractor to describe what they did. Whether your masonry services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your masonry services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the masonry contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
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