I contacted Dilullo Restoration last week about repairing a front porch pillar. The concrete pad on top (holding up the porch roof) was crumbling and the bricks below required tuck pointing. I had already contacted two other masons, both of whom tried to make a much more extensive/ expensive "Project" of this than was necessary. John came over to our house promptly, quoted a very reasonable amount (which turned out to be lower), spoke to me respectfully and honestly -- which, as a woman, is especially appreciated.
The next day, he sent one of his workers, Clarence, to our place to repair the problem. Clarence's work was top-rate -- as well as recreating a strong cement pad, it was also attractively built. Plus, the surroundings were clean when he left. John also provided us with some great advice regarding caulking various parts of our porch to keep it water-tight, and actually bought the appropriate caulking for us. He really went the extra mile -- and we are first-time Toronto homeowners, not owners of an upscale property.
John has since provided us with (again, an extremely reasonable) quote on tuck pointing the entire side of our semi, and we will be using his company for this without hesitation.
I am glad to have used Dilullo Restoration, a reliable, skilled masonry company, which I will strongly recommend to everyone.
- Approximate cost of services:
- $200.00