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Custom Walkway Installation Serving Canaan / North Canaan, CT
Navigate your property in style and safety. We provide expert walkway installation services in Canaan / North Canaan, utilizing advanced base preparation techniques to ensure your path remains level and frost-free for decades.
Navigate your property in style and safety. We provide expert walkway installation services in Canaan / North Canaan, utilizing advanced base preparation techniques to ensure your path remains level and frost-free for decades. Located in the scenic Housatonic River Valley, the towns of Canaan and North Canaan are gateways to the Berkshires. Excellence Masonry and Contracting is proud to serve this community, offering a full range of masonry and landscaping services. Whether you need a durable driveway, a beautiful stone walkway, or a new lawn installation, our team is committed to delivering quality results that enhance your property.
Our material selection is curated for longevity and beauty:
- High-End Pavers: Interlocking concrete systems that resist cracking and offer limitless pattern options.
- Natural Stone: From the formal look of cut Granite to the rustic charm of irregular Bluestone.
- Porcelain Tiles: A cutting-edge option that stays cooler in summer and is impervious to moss and stains.
- Traditional Brick: Adding historic warmth and character to your Canaan / North Canaan home.
Built to Last:
We don't cut corners on the sub-base. By installing a deep, free-draining foundation of crushed stone, we prevent water from trapping and freezing under your walkway. This engineering approach protects your investment, ensuring your natural stone or pavers remain stable through decades of freeze-thaw cycles.
Whether you need to replace a crumbling concrete path or create a new grand entrance, Excellence Masonry delivers precision craftsmanship and superior materials.
Why Choose Us?
There are many construction, landscaping, outdoor living, and design companies to choose from- here is what makes us different.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Our Approach
Of course, every project, service and every situation is different, and so is our approach. 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 rough estimate, 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.
3.
Construction / Service
This is when the proposed plan comes to life! Expect a stress-free, transparent, and efficient construction or service experience due to our thorough design and planning process and consistent communication. Our team respects you, your project, and your property.
4.
Walk-Thru, Clean-Up & Maintain
After the project or service is completed, we will walk through the project to go over any pertinent information or maintenance information, as well as to confirm that the project or service is completed as expected.
FAQ's
What is the most durable walkway material for CT?
For maximum longevity, we recommend Natural Granite or Outdoor Porcelain. Both are incredibly dense, resistant to salt/chemicals, and virtually impervious to water absorption, preventing freeze-thaw damage. Thermal Bluestone and high-quality Pavers are also excellent, durable choices.
Can you install walkways over existing concrete?
We generally recommend removing old concrete to ensure a stable, frost-proof base. However, if the slab is structurally sound and grade allows, we can overlay it with thin pavers or porcelain for a cost-effective update.
Do you install heated walkways?
Yes. We can install hydronic or electric radiant heating systems under pavers, bluestone, or concrete. This eliminates the need for shoveling and salting, protecting both your back and your masonry.
What is the benefit of porcelain pavers?
Porcelain is rapidly becoming a top choice in Canaan / North Canaan because it is non-porous. It resists moss, grease stains, and salt damage, and it doesn't fade in the sun. It offers a very modern, clean look.
How wide should my front walkway be?
We recommend a minimum of 4-5 feet for the main entrance. This allows two people to walk side-by-side comfortably and gives the entrance a grand, welcoming scale. Secondary paths can be narrower (3 feet).
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Can you install walkways over existing concrete?
We generally recommend removing old concrete to ensure a stable, frost-proof base. However, if the slab is structurally sound and grade allows, we can overlay it with thin pavers or porcelain for a cost-effective update.
How wide should my front walkway be?
We recommend a minimum of 4-5 feet for the main entrance. This allows two people to walk side-by-side comfortably and gives the entrance a grand, welcoming scale. Secondary paths can be narrower (3 feet).
Do you install heated walkways?
Yes. We can install hydronic or electric radiant heating systems under pavers, bluestone, or concrete. This eliminates the need for shoveling and salting, protecting both your back and your masonry.
What is the benefit of porcelain pavers?
Porcelain is rapidly becoming a top choice in Canaan / North Canaan because it is non-porous. It resists moss, grease stains, and salt damage, and it doesn't fade in the sun. It offers a very modern, clean look.
What is the most durable walkway material for CT?
For maximum longevity, we recommend Natural Granite or Outdoor Porcelain. Both are incredibly dense, resistant to salt/chemicals, and virtually impervious to water absorption, preventing freeze-thaw damage. Thermal Bluestone and high-quality Pavers are also excellent, durable choices.