Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with NorthWind Designs, you'll notice that we are particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all of our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers. Specializing in Outdoor Design, Landscape Design & Masonry Pool Design & Build & Outdoor Construction We also offer Remodeling, & New Construction Services Design & Build Kitchens Bath Interior Design Framing Etc
"Brennan had a vision for our backyard turf installation that went beyond our ask to really create a beautiful backyard oasis. The Belgian block and patio and river rock throughout our garden edges really brought everything together in a nice clean look and aesthetic which matched our house and backyard space."
Francesca J on June 2024
Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with NorthWind Designs, you'll notice that we are particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all of our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers. Specializing in Outdoor Design, Landscape Design & Masonry Pool Design & Build & Outdoor Construction We also offer Remodeling, & New Construction Services Design & Build Kitchens Bath Interior Design Framing Etc
"Brennan had a vision for our backyard turf installation that went beyond our ask to really create a beautiful backyard oasis. The Belgian block and patio and river rock throughout our garden edges really brought everything together in a nice clean look and aesthetic which matched our house and backyard space."
Francesca J on June 2024
CT Pro Masonry, LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
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James W on October 2024
CT Pro Masonry, LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
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James W on October 2024
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jimmy and his crew are absolutely the best. They have done a phenomenal job and do their work so quickly. I strongly recommend Jimmy and will have him do other projects around my house. He is just great! "
Kian M on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jimmy and his crew are absolutely the best. They have done a phenomenal job and do their work so quickly. I strongly recommend Jimmy and will have him do other projects around my house. He is just great! "
Kian M on May 2025
R&K Masonry is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I cannot say enough on how professional and experienced these workers are. They went above my expectations with the work I needed done. Very reliable. I highly recommend them"
Joe G on May 2025
R&K Masonry is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I cannot say enough on how professional and experienced these workers are. They went above my expectations with the work I needed done. Very reliable. I highly recommend them"
Joe G on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Great experience with Connecticut Hardscape! Very reliable, neat and efficient! Project was also completed earlier than expected. Highly recommend!"
Jeannette S on April 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Great experience with Connecticut Hardscape! Very reliable, neat and efficient! Project was also completed earlier than expected. Highly recommend!"
Jeannette S on April 2024
With 10+ years of experience, HSB Improvements LLC is here to help! We offer a variety of painting and carpentry services, and are well versed in anything home improvement. We are based out of the Derby, CT area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!
"I wasccery pleased with HSB. Thexworkers were verycpersonable and orofessional. They were very responsive and lefy the work area spotless."
Stephen O on January 2024
With 10+ years of experience, HSB Improvements LLC is here to help! We offer a variety of painting and carpentry services, and are well versed in anything home improvement. We are based out of the Derby, CT area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!
"I wasccery pleased with HSB. Thexworkers were verycpersonable and orofessional. They were very responsive and lefy the work area spotless."
Stephen O on January 2024
EK Masonry LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Our 30 yr old brick patio had seen its better days and we were ready for a makeover. So I went on Angie?s list and found E K Masonry. Made a call to Eljon and he came to our home, reviewed the area and gave us not just an estimate but ideas as well to help us decide on a final product. After a few days deciding and looking over a Cambridge catalogue he provided us we decided to go with Eljon and never so glad we did. Eljon and his Crew are very cordial, friendly, down to earth and polite. The day they started they wasted no time getting down to it. They worked like ?killer bees? and in 2 days they had our 30 yr old brick patio turned into a beautiful paver haven. My wife and I both were lost for words. It?s just an awesome makeover and we couldn?t be happier with it AND the cost. I highly recommend them! E K Masonry will definitely be our ?One Stop Company? for all our future masonry/paver projects. My only regret is I was unable to give them 10+ stars!"
Peter C on March 2025
EK Masonry LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Our 30 yr old brick patio had seen its better days and we were ready for a makeover. So I went on Angie?s list and found E K Masonry. Made a call to Eljon and he came to our home, reviewed the area and gave us not just an estimate but ideas as well to help us decide on a final product. After a few days deciding and looking over a Cambridge catalogue he provided us we decided to go with Eljon and never so glad we did. Eljon and his Crew are very cordial, friendly, down to earth and polite. The day they started they wasted no time getting down to it. They worked like ?killer bees? and in 2 days they had our 30 yr old brick patio turned into a beautiful paver haven. My wife and I both were lost for words. It?s just an awesome makeover and we couldn?t be happier with it AND the cost. I highly recommend them! E K Masonry will definitely be our ?One Stop Company? for all our future masonry/paver projects. My only regret is I was unable to give them 10+ stars!"
Peter C on March 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"Daniel & his dad are very professional and friendly as well ! I definitely hire them on future projects ! Highly recommend these guys !"
Anxhelo K on March 2024
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"Daniel & his dad are very professional and friendly as well ! I definitely hire them on future projects ! Highly recommend these guys !"
Anxhelo K on March 2024
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, youll notice that were particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, youll notice that were particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
Most railroad tie retaining walls have a life span of 20 to 30 years, though you may need to replace your wall sooner if it's repeatedly exposed to heavy rain, runoff, and excess moisture. The creosote treatment in traditional railroad ties helps resist rot and insects, but proper drainage is essential for maximizing longevity. Regular inspections and prompt repairs of minor issues can help extend your wall's useful life.
Creosote-treated railroad ties can pose health risks if used near edible plants or children's play areas. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) notes that creosote may be harmful to humans and wildlife. Many localities restrict or prohibit creosote-treated wood in residential settings. For garden applications, consider alternative materials like recycled plastic composite ties or lumber treated with more garden-friendly preservatives.
The ideal drainage solution depends on your specific site conditions and wall height. For most residential applications, a combination of gravel backfill and perforated drain pipe works effectively.
A complete drainage system costs between $2,100 and $6,500, though basic solutions start at $500. Proper drainage prevents water pressure buildup behind your wall, significantly reducing the risk of failure and extending its useful life.
For walls under four feet tall on relatively flat terrain, you can proceed without engineering services. However, walls exceeding four feet, those on steep slopes, or projects with unusual soil conditions require professional engineering input.
A structural engineer can design appropriate footings and reinforcement to ensure your wall safely handles the lateral soil pressure it will face.
Railroad tie retaining walls start at $15 to $25 per square foot, with most projects averaging $25 to $30 per square foot, depending on complexity and site prep. This makes them more affordable than natural stone or concrete block walls initially.
While vinyl options may cost less upfront ($10 to $15 per square foot), railroad ties offer superior aesthetics and strength. Though they require more maintenance than masonry options, their lower initial cost makes them attractive for many homeowners.