Joe's Lawn & Landscape Services LLC is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality hardscape and landscape design and craftsmanship. Specializing in custom outdoor structures, we transform your outdoor spaces into functional, beautiful areas that enhance the value and appeal of your property. Whether you’re looking to install a stunning patio, durable retaining walls, elegant walkways, or a complete outdoor living space, we bring your vision to life with precision and attention to detail.
"Joel did a great job not only in execution of the work but came up with some helpful ideas. We love the patio and multiple walkways."
Rob S on March 2025
Joe's Lawn & Landscape Services LLC is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality hardscape and landscape design and craftsmanship. Specializing in custom outdoor structures, we transform your outdoor spaces into functional, beautiful areas that enhance the value and appeal of your property. Whether you’re looking to install a stunning patio, durable retaining walls, elegant walkways, or a complete outdoor living space, we bring your vision to life with precision and attention to detail.
"Joel did a great job not only in execution of the work but came up with some helpful ideas. We love the patio and multiple walkways."
Rob S on March 2025
First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers.
"I was initially frustrated that it took longer than expected to get the materials. They worked with me to seek others but we decided to wait for the original ones to arrive. I am glad we did. They look beautiful. The team worked extremely hard and were very professional. They paid incredible attention to detail and the permeable walkway they built along the driveway and to the house is beautiful. I will hire them again for another project for sure."
Mona M on December 2023
First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers.
"I was initially frustrated that it took longer than expected to get the materials. They worked with me to seek others but we decided to wait for the original ones to arrive. I am glad we did. They look beautiful. The team worked extremely hard and were very professional. They paid incredible attention to detail and the permeable walkway they built along the driveway and to the house is beautiful. I will hire them again for another project for sure."
Mona M on December 2023
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 the start to the 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.
"Excellent job installing a new sidewalk in front of my home"
Rob S on May 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 the start to the 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.
"Excellent job installing a new sidewalk in front of my home"
Rob S on May 2025
Rio Masonry Service, LLC is Serving Montgomery County and the surrounding areas, Rio Masonry Services provides dependable and professional masonry and landscaping services. Patios, Flagstone, Walkways, Retaining Walls, and Outdoor Living Spaces * Concrete Design and Driveways * Full additions * Bathrooms * Demolition * Grass Installation * Artificial Grass Installation * Brush Clearing * Yard Clean Up * Retaining Wall Building * Fence Installation * Fence Repair * Termite Inspections & Wood Fixes * Full additions * Bathrooms * Kitchens
"I had 3 front yard concrete steps replaced. They look great. I would definitely them again."
Maria C on June 2025
Rio Masonry Service, LLC is Serving Montgomery County and the surrounding areas, Rio Masonry Services provides dependable and professional masonry and landscaping services. Patios, Flagstone, Walkways, Retaining Walls, and Outdoor Living Spaces * Concrete Design and Driveways * Full additions * Bathrooms * Demolition * Grass Installation * Artificial Grass Installation * Brush Clearing * Yard Clean Up * Retaining Wall Building * Fence Installation * Fence Repair * Termite Inspections & Wood Fixes * Full additions * Bathrooms * Kitchens
"I had 3 front yard concrete steps replaced. They look great. I would definitely them again."
Maria C on June 2025
Thank you for visiting Dade Star Group, LLC. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We're very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail. Dade Star Group has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Dade Star Group today and we'll make your home great!
"Eric installed my patio, porch and steps. He was very helpful with the selection of the composite material for my porch, steps and measurement for my patio. Eric provided great customer service even when he faced a challenge with the permit for the project due to the soil conditions. Eric answered all of my questions regarding the project as he and his staff worked towards completion. He and his staff cleaned up after the project. I have a beautiful patio//porch that I love. I would recommend Dade Star for other similar projects. I look forward to future projects."
Adrienne D on May 2021
Thank you for visiting Dade Star Group, LLC. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We're very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail. Dade Star Group has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Dade Star Group today and we'll make your home great!
"Eric installed my patio, porch and steps. He was very helpful with the selection of the composite material for my porch, steps and measurement for my patio. Eric provided great customer service even when he faced a challenge with the permit for the project due to the soil conditions. Eric answered all of my questions regarding the project as he and his staff worked towards completion. He and his staff cleaned up after the project. I have a beautiful patio//porch that I love. I would recommend Dade Star for other similar projects. I look forward to future projects."
Adrienne D on May 2021
Welcome to Best Landscape & Construction. Best Landscape Construction is a professional Custom Landscape and Masonry company serving in the Price Georges and Montgomery County. Our Business Philosophy is simple, We show up when expected and deliver superior Gardening and Masonry service at a competitive rate. How do we always know what the customer wants? Communication -we listen to your needs, then follow through with your project to fit your specific needs. Satisfaction always guaranteed. My name is Abel Rivas, owner of the business. My personal experience with Business Owners and Homeowners reveal that most people looking for Landscape Maintenance or Masonry Company, is just looking for someone they can trust. Someone whose personal commitment to them offers real solutions and a follow through that is rarely seen in our industry. We are a small business, focus on offer quality Work.
"This landscaping was excellent. They provided outstanding work, professionalism, customer service and overall outstanding finished product. I will be using them again for my next project."
Elizabeth J on September 2022
Welcome to Best Landscape & Construction. Best Landscape Construction is a professional Custom Landscape and Masonry company serving in the Price Georges and Montgomery County. Our Business Philosophy is simple, We show up when expected and deliver superior Gardening and Masonry service at a competitive rate. How do we always know what the customer wants? Communication -we listen to your needs, then follow through with your project to fit your specific needs. Satisfaction always guaranteed. My name is Abel Rivas, owner of the business. My personal experience with Business Owners and Homeowners reveal that most people looking for Landscape Maintenance or Masonry Company, is just looking for someone they can trust. Someone whose personal commitment to them offers real solutions and a follow through that is rarely seen in our industry. We are a small business, focus on offer quality Work.
"This landscaping was excellent. They provided outstanding work, professionalism, customer service and overall outstanding finished product. I will be using them again for my next project."
Elizabeth J on September 2022
OVER 100 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE AS YOU PATIO AND HARDSCAPE EXPERTS! SBC Outdoor Services was founded in 2015 by Brad Crist. Brad had over 15 years of experience in the industry and wanted to create a landscaping company that could hold true to the concept of “quality landscaping.” Ever since then we've been constantly growing as a high-end hardscape, landscape design, and commercial maintenance business. Over the course of our existence, we've earned a great reputation for quality service and we aim to not just maintain our reputation for excellence but to constantly improve it. That's why we only hire the best of the best. Our management team alone has over 30 years of experience in the industry and members of management used to maintain the White House. The rest of our team is similarly qualified and has over 100 years of combined experience. At SBC Outdoor Services we believe that landscaping is an art, not just a skill. We not only teach our employees proper installation methods but also encourage them to take initiative and to completely pour their imagination and skill into their work. Our design and installation divisions make sure that the product will be very functional as well as attractive while our maintenance division employees take great pride in the ongoing beauty of your property.
"I hired them to do landscaping and a driveway, my drive way is crumbling and have holes in it."
Cynthia R on December 2023
OVER 100 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE AS YOU PATIO AND HARDSCAPE EXPERTS! SBC Outdoor Services was founded in 2015 by Brad Crist. Brad had over 15 years of experience in the industry and wanted to create a landscaping company that could hold true to the concept of “quality landscaping.” Ever since then we've been constantly growing as a high-end hardscape, landscape design, and commercial maintenance business. Over the course of our existence, we've earned a great reputation for quality service and we aim to not just maintain our reputation for excellence but to constantly improve it. That's why we only hire the best of the best. Our management team alone has over 30 years of experience in the industry and members of management used to maintain the White House. The rest of our team is similarly qualified and has over 100 years of combined experience. At SBC Outdoor Services we believe that landscaping is an art, not just a skill. We not only teach our employees proper installation methods but also encourage them to take initiative and to completely pour their imagination and skill into their work. Our design and installation divisions make sure that the product will be very functional as well as attractive while our maintenance division employees take great pride in the ongoing beauty of your property.
"I hired them to do landscaping and a driveway, my drive way is crumbling and have holes in it."
Cynthia R on December 2023
Quality Hardscapes are a professional team of multiskilled contractors we can install, replace and carry out maintenance to all types of paving and masonry, driveways, patios, walkways, stops, steps, parking lots, and more. Our fully trained, experienced contractors have an excellent reputation with 100% customer satisfaction. Every masonry or paving project that we carry out is completed to the absolute highest standards.
Quality Hardscapes are a professional team of multiskilled contractors we can install, replace and carry out maintenance to all types of paving and masonry, driveways, patios, walkways, stops, steps, parking lots, and more. Our fully trained, experienced contractors have an excellent reputation with 100% customer satisfaction. Every masonry or paving project that we carry out is completed to the absolute highest standards.
23+ years of experience Brothers Pavers, Inc. specializes in general hardscaping installation and repair services. We are owner operated and always provide top notch results. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
"Miguel and his crew were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They repaired crumbling exterior brick walls on our 1915 brick townhouse and did a great paint job. He was extremely responsive and worked with our timeline. They did an amazing job at an affordable price. I’ve worked with many contractors and they were by far the most efficient, dependable, and even left our space cleaner than it was before they started. They went above and beyond to address our concerns. Would definitely hire again in the future."
Sam B on March 2025
23+ years of experience Brothers Pavers, Inc. specializes in general hardscaping installation and repair services. We are owner operated and always provide top notch results. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
"Miguel and his crew were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They repaired crumbling exterior brick walls on our 1915 brick townhouse and did a great paint job. He was extremely responsive and worked with our timeline. They did an amazing job at an affordable price. I’ve worked with many contractors and they were by far the most efficient, dependable, and even left our space cleaner than it was before they started. They went above and beyond to address our concerns. Would definitely hire again in the future."
Sam B on March 2025
Concreto Plus Inc. provides professional design, installation, and repairs for all your masonry, concrete and stone projects. We are an award winning firm with many years of experience with an exceptional safety record. Concreto Plus Inc. is a fully licensed, bonded and insured firm that is EPA Lead Safe certified and official member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Concreto Plus Inc. has built a great reputation for superior work and excellent customer service. We use only the best products and maintain a skilled staff to complete your project. Our commitment to providing quality service has earned us our customer’s overwhelming approval and many valuable repeat customers. We take pride in what we do, and constantly strive to provide exceptional work in a timely fashion while maintaining our high standards and valuable reputation. Our outstanding craftsmanship helps bring your vision to existence.
"Solid, Professional, Straight to the Point. Got the work done, did it well, were honest and respectful."
G G on September 2023
Concreto Plus Inc. provides professional design, installation, and repairs for all your masonry, concrete and stone projects. We are an award winning firm with many years of experience with an exceptional safety record. Concreto Plus Inc. is a fully licensed, bonded and insured firm that is EPA Lead Safe certified and official member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Concreto Plus Inc. has built a great reputation for superior work and excellent customer service. We use only the best products and maintain a skilled staff to complete your project. Our commitment to providing quality service has earned us our customer’s overwhelming approval and many valuable repeat customers. We take pride in what we do, and constantly strive to provide exceptional work in a timely fashion while maintaining our high standards and valuable reputation. Our outstanding craftsmanship helps bring your vision to existence.
"Solid, Professional, Straight to the Point. Got the work done, did it well, were honest and respectful."
G G on September 2023
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.