AGC CONCRETE 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.
AGC CONCRETE 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.
Chanon Concrete 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.
Chanon Concrete 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.
A-Z Pro Landscaping 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.
"A-to-Z Landscaping is the most honest contractor Iâ ve ever hired. Paul The owner is very experienced and has an outstanding team of workers that are loyal to his company. I cannot stress enough, the experience, professionalism, and good business practices of A-Z Landscaping. They deserve the highest score possible."
Thomas K on May 2024
A-Z Pro Landscaping 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.
"A-to-Z Landscaping is the most honest contractor Iâ ve ever hired. Paul The owner is very experienced and has an outstanding team of workers that are loyal to his company. I cannot stress enough, the experience, professionalism, and good business practices of A-Z Landscaping. They deserve the highest score possible."
Thomas K on May 2024
With over 14 years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from concrete flat-work to full foundations. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Onsite Concrete Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"My wife and I found Onsite on the internet and had a meeting with the owner to discuss what we would envision for our front yard. This was going to be a major change to what we had. We felt the price discussed was in order and I told my wife even though you thought it might be a little less money I reminded her that this was going to be a lot more work than she realized. I come from a construction background and new this was no over night job. As a matter of fact it took two months. The company crew is outstanding and work as hard as any body you have ever hired to do anything for you. The finished job really exceeds what we envisioned. This company is first class and five stars do not do them Justus. They far exceed this. Thankyou to all the crew and owner Nicky."
Donald M on March 2022
With over 14 years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from concrete flat-work to full foundations. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Onsite Concrete Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"My wife and I found Onsite on the internet and had a meeting with the owner to discuss what we would envision for our front yard. This was going to be a major change to what we had. We felt the price discussed was in order and I told my wife even though you thought it might be a little less money I reminded her that this was going to be a lot more work than she realized. I come from a construction background and new this was no over night job. As a matter of fact it took two months. The company crew is outstanding and work as hard as any body you have ever hired to do anything for you. The finished job really exceeds what we envisioned. This company is first class and five stars do not do them Justus. They far exceed this. Thankyou to all the crew and owner Nicky."
Donald M on March 2022
Fausto Concrete 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.
"He performed exceptionally well, demonstrating remarkable skill and dedication."
Elijah F on March 2025
Fausto Concrete 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.
"He performed exceptionally well, demonstrating remarkable skill and dedication."
Elijah F on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"These guys are fantastic and very professional. They have been handling my lawn care for many years and never failed to do a great job."
Bart C on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"These guys are fantastic and very professional. They have been handling my lawn care for many years and never failed to do a great job."
Bart C on June 2025
Ecocon is a high-end home builder and full-service contractor serving the Bay Area, specializing in premium concrete work, expert framing, and sophisticated plumbing and electrical systems. We build custom homes with precision, elegance, and lasting value — blending modern craftsmanship with timeless design. From foundation to finish, Ecocon delivers refined construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of discerning Bay Area homeowners. When you choose Ecocon, you’re choosing quality, integrity, and a seamless building experience.
"To work with these guys as easy. All good things to say. Great communication, great price, great work. Couldn't be more happy with the results. Will be using them for my next project."
Kaleb B on June 2025
Ecocon is a high-end home builder and full-service contractor serving the Bay Area, specializing in premium concrete work, expert framing, and sophisticated plumbing and electrical systems. We build custom homes with precision, elegance, and lasting value — blending modern craftsmanship with timeless design. From foundation to finish, Ecocon delivers refined construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of discerning Bay Area homeowners. When you choose Ecocon, you’re choosing quality, integrity, and a seamless building experience.
"To work with these guys as easy. All good things to say. Great communication, great price, great work. Couldn't be more happy with the results. Will be using them for my next project."
Kaleb B on June 2025
Vitoria Pavers is a family owned and an owner operated company established in 2009 We specialize in design and installation of hardscape style projects , including interlocking concrete pavers , , retaining/seating walls , planter boxes , fire pits/outdoor kitchens and artificial turf . We serve the entire Bay Area and offer Free Estimates. For more information visit our website: https://concretecontractorsanpabloca.com/
"Excellent job…on time, professional, beautiful work and great communication"
Susan S on May 2025
Vitoria Pavers is a family owned and an owner operated company established in 2009 We specialize in design and installation of hardscape style projects , including interlocking concrete pavers , , retaining/seating walls , planter boxes , fire pits/outdoor kitchens and artificial turf . We serve the entire Bay Area and offer Free Estimates. For more information visit our website: https://concretecontractorsanpabloca.com/
"Excellent job…on time, professional, beautiful work and great communication"
Susan S on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Quick, Effective and the project was done in a timely manner. Thank you Ultra!"
Shane D on February 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Quick, Effective and the project was done in a timely manner. Thank you Ultra!"
Shane D on February 2025
BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!
"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."
Dina P on August 2024
BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!
"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."
Dina P on August 2024
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.