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Avatar for L&R Best Masonry
L&R Best Masonry
23 Beech St
5.00(
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L&R Best Masonry
23 Beech St
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
19 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We’re dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in masonry installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 20 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Great team, beautifully executed in my patio with a little retaining wall under to hold it, "

Anne S on April 2025

We’re dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in masonry installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 20 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Great team, beautifully executed in my patio with a little retaining wall under to hold it, "

Anne S on April 2025


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C&T Masonry
744 Valley Street, #3E
4.99(
185
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C&T Masonry
744 Valley Street, #3E
4.99(
185
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

C&T Masonry is a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity above all else. We have several years of experience, proudly serving the Manchester area. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today at 603-851-8829 call/text.

"Great job, very happy with the final product "

Carmine M on May 2025

C&T Masonry is a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity above all else. We have several years of experience, proudly serving the Manchester area. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today at 603-851-8829 call/text.

"Great job, very happy with the final product "

Carmine M on May 2025


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Pasific Landscaping & Construction
261 Amherst Street
4.55(
20
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Pasific Landscaping & Construction
261 Amherst Street
4.55(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
85 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Pasific Landscaping & Construction 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.

"William responded immediately to my inquiry, and was kind and easy to talk to. His people finished the work quickly and quite well. Thank you."

helene h on April 2025

Pasific Landscaping & Construction 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.

"William responded immediately to my inquiry, and was kind and easy to talk to. His people finished the work quickly and quite well. Thank you."

helene h on April 2025


Patio Pros
41 Cottage St APT 1
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Patio Pros
41 Cottage St APT 1
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

5+ years Experience Patio Pros 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.

5+ years Experience Patio Pros 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.


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McNeil Excavation LLC
26 Ty Ln
5.00(
1
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McNeil Excavation LLC
26 Ty Ln
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

McNeil Excavation LLC 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.

"It does good-quality work for a good price."

Jacob C on July 2023

McNeil Excavation LLC 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.

"It does good-quality work for a good price."

Jacob C on July 2023


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Erickson Foundation Solutions
14 Clement Road
4.56(
9
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Erickson Foundation Solutions
14 Clement Road
4.56(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
357 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Erickson Foundation Solutions is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, sump pump installation and maintenance, concrete lifting & leveling, as well as radon mitigation. When it comes to problems or ongoing issues in your basement, we offer permanent solutions! We are a family owned business that began in 1979, proudly serving New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

"They did a fantastic job! We have had driving rain since the installation and our basement is bone dry. They came on time, were very polite and I'm very happy with the fast train system they installed."

Chris T on November 2021

Erickson Foundation Solutions is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, sump pump installation and maintenance, concrete lifting & leveling, as well as radon mitigation. When it comes to problems or ongoing issues in your basement, we offer permanent solutions! We are a family owned business that began in 1979, proudly serving New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

"They did a fantastic job! We have had driving rain since the installation and our basement is bone dry. They came on time, were very polite and I'm very happy with the fast train system they installed."

Chris T on November 2021


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SALMON FALLS NURSERY
511 PORTLAND ST
3.00(
1
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SALMON FALLS NURSERY
511 PORTLAND ST
3.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
314 local quotes requested
47 years of experience

For over 40 years, Northern New Englanders have trusted Salmon Falls Nursery & Landscaping to personalize the look and function of their landscape. We specialize in the design and installation of landscape gardens and hardscapes for residential and commercial clients. In addition, we offer design and commercial landscape maintenance. We strive to earn your business in everything we do. Your beautiful, finished landscape is the result of our extensive expertise and Yankee work ethic, delivered by the friendliest staff in the business. Many of the trees and shrubs we install come from our own 200-acre Nursery in Berwick, Maine. We invite you to spend some time getting to know our work and reputation. Whatever your vision for your landscape, all of us at Salmon Falls are committed to making it a reality.

For over 40 years, Northern New Englanders have trusted Salmon Falls Nursery & Landscaping to personalize the look and function of their landscape. We specialize in the design and installation of landscape gardens and hardscapes for residential and commercial clients. In addition, we offer design and commercial landscape maintenance. We strive to earn your business in everything we do. Your beautiful, finished landscape is the result of our extensive expertise and Yankee work ethic, delivered by the friendliest staff in the business. Many of the trees and shrubs we install come from our own 200-acre Nursery in Berwick, Maine. We invite you to spend some time getting to know our work and reputation. Whatever your vision for your landscape, all of us at Salmon Falls are committed to making it a reality.


Avatar for Old Iron Landscaping LLC
Old Iron Landscaping LLC
123 Main St.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Old Iron Landscaping LLC
123 Main St.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
134 local quotes requested

We are full service Lawn Care, Landscape Construction, Installation, and Maintenance company. Call today!

"Very nice friendly people works well and professional"

Mike A on May 2024

We are full service Lawn Care, Landscape Construction, Installation, and Maintenance company. Call today!

"Very nice friendly people works well and professional"

Mike A on May 2024


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Garcias Landscaping
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Garcias Landscaping
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
350 local quotes requested

***We specialize in step by step design, and installation of Hardscaping projects, Patios, Retaining Walls and Fencing !*** DEDICATION, INTEGRITY, AND HARD WORK!! With more than 13 years of experience, Let us take care of your landscape services; we handle lawn mowing, tree trimming, and many other residential & commercial lawn care services. We do everything from water features, to irrigation systems, outdoor fireplaces, patios and more. Make your lawn beautiful with the help of Garcia's Landscaping, Washington's top custom landscapers. Give us a call: ** Emergency Service Available 24/7**

"Highly recommend! Excellent communication, very professional, incredible work. They took my weed-filled back yard and turned into paradise!! Beautifully landscaped now and I couldn't be happier. Price is very reasonable."

Carolyn W on May 2025

***We specialize in step by step design, and installation of Hardscaping projects, Patios, Retaining Walls and Fencing !*** DEDICATION, INTEGRITY, AND HARD WORK!! With more than 13 years of experience, Let us take care of your landscape services; we handle lawn mowing, tree trimming, and many other residential & commercial lawn care services. We do everything from water features, to irrigation systems, outdoor fireplaces, patios and more. Make your lawn beautiful with the help of Garcia's Landscaping, Washington's top custom landscapers. Give us a call: ** Emergency Service Available 24/7**

"Highly recommend! Excellent communication, very professional, incredible work. They took my weed-filled back yard and turned into paradise!! Beautifully landscaped now and I couldn't be happier. Price is very reasonable."

Carolyn W on May 2025


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Pacific Landscaping & Construction
123 Main St.
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Pacific Landscaping & Construction
123 Main St.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
312 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Pacific constructed a retaining wall about 70 feet long. Work began and was finished on time. We were so impressed by this company's quality of work that we hired them a few months later for a gazebo. Results were beautiful and at a fair price. Would highly recommend them."

Brian B on December 2024

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Pacific constructed a retaining wall about 70 feet long. Work began and was finished on time. We were so impressed by this company's quality of work that we hired them a few months later for a gazebo. Results were beautiful and at a fair price. Would highly recommend them."

Brian B on December 2024

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Retaining wall installations FAQs

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.

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