Listen to David talk about his experience with a growing amount of black mold and the dulling of his travertine pavers and his experience with us restoring them!
There are few things in life as rewarding as being able to watch a baseball game in the middle of the week, in the middle of the day while knocking back a few cold ones when you’re supposed to be at work. And what makes this day even better, is when it’s with your fellow team members of Perfect Paver Co. This midday, midweek game is called a “Business Man’s Special” or a “Getaway game”. It’s the tradition of enjoying a baseball game when you should technically be at work. A day to sort of play hooky and allow yourself to enjoy the fruits of your labor. You watch the game, make some friends in the stands, crack some jokes, and enjoy the day outside all while still making it home in time for dinner.
This is exactly what the Ohio team at Perfect Paver Covdid on Wednesday, July 21st. It was a special team-building day where the employees could relax, get to know each other, and enjoy a break from routine while growing and bonding as a team. “There were a lot of ideas thrown around, but it was Mark and Katie who really wanted to spoil the staff,” said Leah. And this is precisely what happened. The Perfect Paver team was treated to a special day watching the Cincinnati Reds play the New York Mets.
The day began in a very special way. They all met up at the office to enjoy the gender reveal of Marissa’s baby. The surprise was hidden in a very beautiful and delicious cake, and as it was cut, it revealed a baby boy would be the newest member of the Perfect Paver Co team. It was a great start to the day. The team was then picked up in style by an elaborate party bus. This allowed everyone to sit back, relax and have a blast on the way to the game. The bus picked up a few more employees and they were on their way. Not only was this the most spectacular mode of transportation, but they had a super special guest DJ. Mark had meticulously put together a special mix of songs completely tapered to the experience and everyone loved the choices. There was even an epic dance-off between Mary and Scott.
Everyone was escorted to the private suite which was located behind home plate in the left outfield. This suite was a one of kind experience for everyone involved. Not only were the views exceptional, but they had multiple big screen T.V.’s to watch for a different perspective on the game. The suite included a bartender, buffet lunch, private bathroom, and all of the important snacks you require at a baseball game. If you needed a break from the suite, you could walk out to the stands and sit outside to socialize with the fans. This was a very special experience for everyone, including Mary, “I’m a huge baseball fan and it was cool to have the suite. We were able to all spend time together while watching the game and that was my favorite part.”
Unfortunately, the Reds lost, but the day was a definite win. The team enjoyed a much-deserved day of fun while getting to know each other more, spending quality time together and bonding as the family they have become. The team was grateful for the experience and they went to work the next day feeling refreshed and motivated. It was truly a Perfect day for the Perfect Paver Co team and they did all this while still making it home in time for dinner.
Kristine’s story is one we hear far too often. She hired a contractor to clean her pavers. After a poorly done job, Kristine didn’t know where to turn. She found Perfect Paver Co in hopes we could help “Cure” her pavers. We’re so glad that we were able to find each other and make her pavers beautiful again.
Frank and his wife Kathy bought their home in Columbus, Ohio eleven years ago. They choose this house due to its location on Overlook Drive in The Knolls neighborhood. This was their dream home and they fell in love with it right away. They loved everything about it, especially the beautiful back patio. They thoroughly enjoyed this house and Frank consistently kept up with the patio. As it happens in life, wear and tear and weather took a toll on the bricks over time. Normally, every few years, Frank would do his own restoration by pressure washing, sanding and sealing the brick patio himself. This worked fine for a while, but in its current condition, Frank knew a professional was needed. The bricks had begun to sink, there were some broken areas including failing edges and the step leading to the back door desperately needed to be repaired. Overall, the whole patio had become very dirty. The sealer had built up over time dimming the natural beauty of the brick. It was time to find an expert paver restoration service.
Before
Frank did know one thing; he didn’t want just anyone for the job. He knew there were dozens of eager companies out there, but in his words, “I don’t want any Jo Shmo” He wanted it done properly and professionally the first time. He took the time to research companies and came across the Perfect Paver website. After reading the testimonials and seeing the impressive before and after photos, he knew this was the perfect company for his job. Frank and his wife had been budgeting and preparing for this day, so they called Perfect Paver immediately and they were put on the schedule. It was perfect timing and they had found the perfect company for their needs.
Dustin, Brian and Blake were the technicians assigned to the job. They arrived at Frank’s home and discussed the expectations and details of the process. They explained the job would include repairs and the patio would need two strips as it had years of sealer buildup. Frank couldn’t have agreed more. The technicians got to work on Franks patio which consisted of repairs, stripping, sanding and sealing. Brian and Blake were able to impressively repair failing edges by relevelling the pavers and installing perma-edge restraint. They also repaired the step leading to his back door which yielded incredible results. These technicians were so dedicated to this job, that even the weather couldn’t stop them. It rained heavily which would make most people pause for the day, but these dedicated technicians set up a 10×10 canopy so they could continue their work for the day and keep on track with the goals and expectations promised.
The job went smoothly and the results were phenomenal. Frank was impressed by these hard working and dedicated technicians. Their professionalism, friendliness and expertise in the field was remarkable. Frank and Kathy were awestruck and felt they were looking at a brand-new patio. One of the first people to witness the transformation was Frank’s brother-in-law. He was so impressed that he immediately called Perfect Paver and scheduled a job for his own patio which Brian and Blake attended to.
This was a flawless experience for everyone involved and Frank couldn’t wait to share the results with his Facebook friends. His many followers were very impressed and ‘WOW’ was the word used most when commenting on the before and after photos. Frank knew he made the right decision by going straight to the best company and not wasting any time or money with “Jo Shmo”. Not only did the results exceed their expectations, but the whole process was an absolute pleasure for both Frank and his wife Kathy. They are now Perfect Paver clients for life and are enjoying their beautiful patio every day.
Jeff and his wife bought their home in Mason, Ohio, two years ago. They moved from Chicago, and in this new era of working from home, they brought their jobs with them. They had a lovely home in which they were content, but they did not utilize every area the house had to offer. As a result of time, their once beautiful back patio had become dormant and overgrown with moss, grass, and the accumulation of dirt. This situation did not seem to bother Jeff, but it most certainly bothered his wife. She is a stickler for details and did not appreciate what the patio had become. In fact, she was pretty embarrassed. In the past, she cherished being outside and the pride she felt for her outdoor space was passed down to her from her father. He took great care in the upkeep and maintenance of his property.
Before
One of the things Jeff and his wife liked to do most was entertaining. They loved having friends and family over. Depending on the season, they spent a lot of time outside, but this was no longer possible. Given this was getting in the way of their social life, something had to be done. They felt being outside was not only the best but the safest way to move forward in the aftermath of the pandemic. With the way things were, Jeff and his wife no longer invited anyone over, so something had to change. With an almost identical space to Jeff’s, his neighbor had just received excellent results using Perfect Paver. Jeff and his neighbor had a conversation and the decision was made to give the team at Perfect Paver a call. Jeff was immediately scheduled, and the team came out to start the job.
Jake and Matt were the two technicians assigned to this job. On initial arrival, Jake and Matt explained in detail what this job would entail and the expectations for the final results. Jeff was so impressed by their communication and enthusiasm. Jake and Matt listened to his needs and understood the importance of the timeline. Working from home allowed Jeff to observe and communicate with Jake and Matt as they did the job. Jeff witnessed their attention to detail and excellent work ethic firsthand.
After
The results of this restoration were outstanding. It was a small job with a significant impact. This job transformed an unused and unappreciated back patio into a place they are so proud of. They immediately invited their family over for dinner on the patio and planned movie nights outside. Jeff even had the opportunity to throw his wife a surprise Birthday party which he held on the new patio. Not only was the surprise party a hit, but it was a chance for them to show off and take advantage of their new space. The only regret they had was not giving Perfect Paver a call sooner.
This is what Neil, a recent customer asked after he had been overpromised and underdelivered many times before. Neil has a home sitting directly on the scenic intercoastal of South Florida. Although Neil had his ideal home, he had a dilemma. The courtyard was originally constructed with the installation of a very unique Spanish-style clay brick. These beautiful clay bricks were made in South America, cast in a kiln then laid out in a field to dry. During this drying process, a pack of wild dogs were passing through the area and decided to leave their unique stamp of approval, a perfect portrait of paw prints. This was quite a unique trait that both Neil and his wife truly appreciated. They were happy to have these little pieces of art as part of their home.
Unfortunately, year after year of being sealed incorrectly and Florida’s rough elements, these pavers would always default back to a milky color. Neil and his wife were left with the Dilemma of starting the courtyard from scratch or keeping the original integrity with one last chance at restoration.
The Last
Neil was discussing these options with an architect friend who just recently had some incredible work done by Perfect Paver. Neil decided as the last hope to give them a call. Contacting the team at Perfect Paver, Neil was put in touch with Tom, one of the knowledgeable members of the sales team. Tom came out to the property to see firsthand what this job would entail. Neil explained the history and how he and his wife would ideally love to restore the natural beauty and integrity of the pavers. During their initial meeting, Neil was taken aback by the knowledge, understanding, and level of detail Tom had of the paver restoration process. After this meeting, Neil immediately knew this was the perfect company for the job and he was confident the team would accomplish the goal that was so important to himself, his wife, and his family.
This was of course a decision he did not take lightly after being overpromised and under-delivered many times before. Neil used this information and made the educated choice to restore this courtyard for himself and his wife. She had an attachment to these pavers and cherished the history and beauty. And as we all seem to know, happy wife, happy life!
The decision had been made! Neil was scheduled and the team at Perfect Paver came out to start the job. Two technicians, Ethan and Chaz were sent out to do the job and as Neil puts it, the whole situation went better than he ever anticipated. Ethan and Chaz arrived on time and were exceptional during the four days on the job. Neil is a stickler for details, a self-confessed perfectionist in every aspect of his life. He was concerned about some of the sensitive corners of his property and was thrilled when Ethan and Chaz acknowledged his concerns. They kept the area worked on clean and tidy every evening when they finished for the day. Neil truly could not have been happier with the level of hard work, respect, detail, punctuality, and knowledge these two hard workers demonstrated. They treated his property as though it was their own and this did not go unnoticed by Neil or his wife.
This project was a perfect example of impeccable work from everyone involved. From the initial phone call to the final reveal, Neil and his wife were pleased and had the peace of mind knowing they had made the right decision. They have never seen the pavers look as vibrant as they do now and are thrilled at being able to keep their home in its original beauty. In Neil’s words, this was a project that was under promised and over delivered and he could not be happier.
After going through a year and a half with previous contractor Debbie, from Liberty Township, Ohio, realized that she needed to find someone that would do the job right. So she began to do some research and found us. We’re so glad that we were able to find each other and make her pavers beautiful again!
As many of you know, it’s been weighing on our hearts that we could do more to give back to the communities we serve and do so in a way that would rally the team together.
Each month we will share a story about a member of our team and the charity they’re passionate about. During that entire month, each time our team works together to create a raving fan and that fan lets us know, Perfect Paver Co will make a $50 donation to that team members charity.
In the month of July, we’re sharing Alyssa Bess’ story of how being a Type 1 Diabetic has impacted her life and what the charity she chose, JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation,) does to help people just like her!
This Memorial Day, The Perfect Paver Co. would like to honor the men and women in the communities we serve and across the United States who have given their lives fighting for our freedom.
We are proud to be part of communities that make investments in honoring our fallen, and we want to do our part to preserve these investments.
This is more than a long weekend; this is an opportunity to celebrate our freedom and to pay our respects.
From the entire Perfect Paver Co. Team, have a safe, healthy and relaxing Memorial Day. And a special Thank You to Centerville City Schools.
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