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FAQ's
What material is best for my patio?
The best material for your patio will be determined by a multitude of factors. Site requirements, design intentions, and budget are the three most important. We recommend Unilock or Techo-Bloc pavers, granite, bluestone, flagstone and porcelain as great patio options here in CT.
What is the difference between a 3-season, 4-season and screened in space?
A screened-in porch or enclosed porch has features to block out bugs, wind, and sun. An enclosed porch may also retain some heat when using a vinyl wall system, but not much at all. Now, a 3-season room takes it a step further and provides a lightly insulated, fully enclosed space with its own heating and cooling system (usually something simple). A 3-season space will feel much more finished, and more like a home addition than an exterior feature; however, it lacks the robust structure and insulation to be heated efficiently during the colder months. If you want the ultimate level of refinement and usability, a 4-season addition (or sunroom) is what you're looking for. A 4-season space is designed and built to be efficient and useful all year.
How do you ensure drainage installations are effective?
We assess your soil type, grade, existing utilities, surrounding water, and water tables to determine an appropriate solution for your drainage problem. You will also receive an industry-leading warranty on your installation, which is further backed by our client for life approach to business.
Do you provide landscape and hardscape maintenance services?
We offer maintenance services on our installations. Additionally, we provide hardscape maintenance and commercial landscape maintenance.
Premier Outdoor Living & Design for Middlesex County Homes
Centered around the majestic Connecticut River, Middlesex County is known for its charming towns, scenic beauty, and rich history. Homeowners in communities like Essex, Old Saybrook, and Clinton value outdoor spaces that are both elegant and functional. Excellence Masonry and Contracting is proud to serve Middlesex County, offering expert landscape design and custom masonry services that enhance the natural beauty of your property and create lasting value.
Why Choose Us?
There are many construction, landscaping, masonry, outdoor living, or design companies to choose from- here is what makes us different.
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Our Approach is Thorough and Integrated- no stone is left unturned, and as a design-build company, we have an unmatched ability to assess, plan, and execute projects efficiently.
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The Team We Have is Experienced and Robust- our construction team is comprised of experts who are our family, friends, as well as long-time employees and subcontractors. Our company sprouted from a family business started 25+ years ago, and some members of our crew have more than 50 years of experience.
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Industry-Leading Warranties and a Client for Life Guarantee- on new installations and applicable repairs, we provide warranties well beyond State minimums, and well beyond what most construction, landscaping, masonry, or other companies offer. Our client for life guarantee means that we intend to stand by you and our work, for the life of our business. Our goal is to provide many services and complete many projects for you and the people you know over time. With this intention, we will always be available to address issues, make repairs, or provide maintenance for completed projects- regardless of warranty terms.
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Transparency and Consistent Communication- with us, all cards are on the table from our first conversation, through the end of the project. We want to provide you with all pertinent details, considerations, and options so you are educated and completely in control of your project and your money. Throughout the project, we uphold this commitment to transparency and communication by providing daily updates and informing you of any changes or new information immediately.
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Commitment to Professional Responsibility and Top-Quality- in our view, it is our responsibility to ensure your project is done to the highest possible standard within your budget and within the parameters of feasibility. You will not feel like it is "on you" to know what's best or to manage the project when you work with us, which is a common complaint we hear from clients' past experiences. We also have a commitment to top quality, which we display in our work, our team, our industry partners, and our process.
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Our Approach to Projects
Of course, a small and simple project will require a different process than a project large in scope that complex. We understand that every project and every situation can be a bit different as well. Below is a general and simplified outline of our process. We can also bid and build to your preexisting plan or design.
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Discovery/Consultation
We start with a conversation to understand your intent for the project, assess your property, and determine the best next step- usually a quote or design agreement. Rough pricing, options, and preliminary considerations are discussed. Email, call or fill the form below to get in touch!
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Design / Planning
The design and planning phase is where we value engineer your project- and establish the scope of work, project pricing, and our installation/construction plan. This phase will look a bit different for each project and each scenario, with some requiring more design and pre-construction work than others.
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Construction
This is when the proposed plan comes to life! Expect a stress-free, transparent, and efficient construction experience due to our thorough design and planning process and consistent communication. Our team respects you, your project, and your property.
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Walk-Thru & Clean-Up
After the project is completed, we will walk through the project to go over any pertinent information and maintenance information, as well as to confirm that the project is completed as expected.
Our Services Across the County
Click a button below to find out more about the service. We offer a full suite of masonry, outdoor living, construction, landscaping, and drainage services. As a custom service provider, we often tailor our offerings to suit a client's needs- so if you do not see the exact service you need in the list below, don't worry, get in touch!
Our Services By Town in the County
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