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A.P.M (Asphalt Paving & Masonry) is a family-owned Brookline shop, and the story that best sums it up is a sidewalk violation: a homeowner had been cited over tree-root damage, and in a 2022 review described the owner James handling every step of the city's permit and forestry-department process himself, keeping them updated the whole way. All three reviews on file, each from 2022, tell a consistent story of hands-on hardscaping work — a drainage fix paired with a new wall and paver patio done on budget in one account, a mid-project addition finished beyond expectations for a fair quote in another. Reviewers single out James by name and describe crews that were careful with their property, one calling the pricing very fair after adding extra work partway through the job. BuildZoom lists an active Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor registration (#205310) for the company, and its own building-permit records show 7 recorded jobs; Angi separately lists the business as offering emergency service, free estimates and warranties. None of that has been independently checked against the state licensing board, so it's worth confirming directly. With only three reviews on record, there isn't a long written history to point to yet, but what's there is specific and consistent. For sidewalk, patio, wall or drainage work in the Brookline area, it's worth a call — just ask about current licensing status and get a firm quote before starting.
I worked with James and his crew and they all did a wonderful job. James was very responsive and took the time to explain everything they planned to do before and again reviewed everything after. I added some additional side project half-way through and they completed the task beyond my expectations. I plan on using them again in the future. I thought their quote was very fair.
James was wonderful to work with ! Out of all the contractors I met during decision time, he immediately helped us work out a plan to take care of my drainage problems ,new wall and paver patio on budget. Others did not want to be bothered. His workers were caring and respectful of our property. I highly recommend James and APM as a First Class Contractor.
We hired James to repair our sidewalk which we received a violation for in Brookline Massachusetts due to overgrown tree roots. From the very first call, James had been on point handling all hoops the city puts you through to complete the work. Hes prompt and honest. he kept us updated throughout the entire process and made us feel at ease. Extremely knowledgable, he was able to navigate all of the requirements with attention to detail. This included obtaining permits and dealing with the city forestry department. Were extremely pleased with the work James and his crew were able to perform. He stated at the start that his mission was to make his customers happy and i can confirm he lived up to his mission. Thanks again James.
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1 change recorded — last scanned Sep 6, 2026.
Step and staircase rebuilds5.0
Basement waterproofing5.0
Retaining walls5.0
Renovates century-old structures5.0
Wood and block retaining walls4.9
