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Avatar for Concrete Auto LLC
Concrete Auto LLC
916 Superior Street
5.00(
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Concrete Auto LLC
916 Superior Street
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Concrete Auto 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.

"Winter was comeing in fast and they were here evryday.They worked hard trying to finish before snow.They worked long hours and did a wonderful job finishing the driveway to the specs we requested..They were extremely professional .We were so happy with their work.We hired them to come back in spring and lay a sidewalk and a slab in our back yard.They did what others said couldn't be done due to dropping temperatures. We recommend them for all your concrete work."

james m on December 2021

Concrete Auto 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.

"Winter was comeing in fast and they were here evryday.They worked hard trying to finish before snow.They worked long hours and did a wonderful job finishing the driveway to the specs we requested..They were extremely professional .We were so happy with their work.We hired them to come back in spring and lay a sidewalk and a slab in our back yard.They did what others said couldn't be done due to dropping temperatures. We recommend them for all your concrete work."

james m on December 2021


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DownRiver Seasonal Services
4703 Madison St
5.00(
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DownRiver Seasonal Services
4703 Madison St
5.00(
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Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

DownRiver Seasonal Services 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.

"Did a great job. He was prompt. Great experience. Great job with clean up. I am very happy with the project."

Rebecca H on April 2025

DownRiver Seasonal Services 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.

"Did a great job. He was prompt. Great experience. Great job with clean up. I am very happy with the project."

Rebecca H on April 2025


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A-1 Concrete Leveling Southeast Michigan
6590 Rawsonville Rd
4.81(
151
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Approved Pro
A-1 Concrete Leveling Southeast Michigan
6590 Rawsonville Rd
4.81(
151
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
164 local quotes requested

A-1 Concrete Leveling Southeast Michigan is your go-to solution for all your concrete leveling and mudjacking needs in Detroit. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch services that are backed by warranties. Contact us today for a reliable and professional solution to your concrete problems!

"Did an excellent job. Everyone I came into contact with was friendly and professional."

Rhonda M on November 2024

A-1 Concrete Leveling Southeast Michigan is your go-to solution for all your concrete leveling and mudjacking needs in Detroit. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch services that are backed by warranties. Contact us today for a reliable and professional solution to your concrete problems!

"Did an excellent job. Everyone I came into contact with was friendly and professional."

Rhonda M on November 2024


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Father Paver
Located In:
5.00(
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Father Paver
Located In:
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1161 local quotes requested

Father Paver is a company dedicated to creating outdoor environments that inspire a sense of comfort and enjoyment only the outdoors can provide. We are dedicated to making clients happy and really making something beautiful for now and generations to come.

"Excellent, quality work. Brad listened to my thoughts on the project and made suggestions that improved the look of my house. He was very professional and exceeded my expectations. I want to hire him again for my next project."

Jan B on November 2024

Father Paver is a company dedicated to creating outdoor environments that inspire a sense of comfort and enjoyment only the outdoors can provide. We are dedicated to making clients happy and really making something beautiful for now and generations to come.

"Excellent, quality work. Brad listened to my thoughts on the project and made suggestions that improved the look of my house. He was very professional and exceeded my expectations. I want to hire him again for my next project."

Jan B on November 2024


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DeGains Masonry
Servicing Around
4.73(
15
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Approved Pro
DeGains Masonry
Servicing Around
4.73(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
188 local quotes requested

Masonry brick/stone repair We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Excellent job and cleanup. Reasonable price."

Bob C on October 2024

Masonry brick/stone repair We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Excellent job and cleanup. Reasonable price."

Bob C on October 2024


Avatar for Great Lakes Gardening
Great Lakes Gardening
3396 Alan Mark Dr
4.86(
14
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Great Lakes Gardening
3396 Alan Mark Dr
4.86(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
387 local quotes requested

At Great Lakes Gardening LLC, we believe in great design, dependable implementation, and delivering excellent service to our clients. Our team understands that landscapes should be unique and customizable because everyone is different. Since opening in 2015, we've been on a journey to make gardens and landscapes better as a whole. And we will never stop improving. Our gardens are designed to be long-lasting and evolve with time, which is why we've developed tools to help track individual progress, big or small.

"We had a fantastic experience with Great Lakes Gardening. Drew, the owner, was great to work with — friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly cares a lot about the quality of his work. He took the time to understand what we wanted and made some really helpful suggestions along the way. They built a retaining wall for us and did a full refresh of our garden beds. The wall is solid and looks great — really well done. The plants they brought in were top quality and everything was placed with a lot of care and attention to detail. The whole crew was professional and respectful of our property. You can tell this is a business that takes pride in doing things the right way. We’ve already gotten a bunch of compliments from neighbors, and we’re thrilled with how it all turned out. Highly recommend!"

Nicole S on May 2025

At Great Lakes Gardening LLC, we believe in great design, dependable implementation, and delivering excellent service to our clients. Our team understands that landscapes should be unique and customizable because everyone is different. Since opening in 2015, we've been on a journey to make gardens and landscapes better as a whole. And we will never stop improving. Our gardens are designed to be long-lasting and evolve with time, which is why we've developed tools to help track individual progress, big or small.

"We had a fantastic experience with Great Lakes Gardening. Drew, the owner, was great to work with — friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly cares a lot about the quality of his work. He took the time to understand what we wanted and made some really helpful suggestions along the way. They built a retaining wall for us and did a full refresh of our garden beds. The wall is solid and looks great — really well done. The plants they brought in were top quality and everything was placed with a lot of care and attention to detail. The whole crew was professional and respectful of our property. You can tell this is a business that takes pride in doing things the right way. We’ve already gotten a bunch of compliments from neighbors, and we’re thrilled with how it all turned out. Highly recommend!"

Nicole S on May 2025


Avatar for Elite Excavation and Demolition
Elite Excavation and Demolition
3627 Cayman Ct
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Elite Excavation and Demolition
3627 Cayman Ct
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
165 local quotes requested

We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.

"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."

Willard Z on November 2024

We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.

"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."

Willard Z on November 2024


Avatar for G diaz construction
G diaz construction
116 Riverview Circle
5.00(
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Approved Pro
G diaz construction
116 Riverview Circle
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

we specificalize in concrete driveways walkways sidewalks patios repairs and all, we also do painting roofing and lawn work, pavers we guarantee are work and if you don’t like it we will come back no charge and replace, until customer is happy, Here at G Diaz Construction Inc we make your home a place everyone feels welcomed and warm

"It went really good. The guys were really friendly and nice and even did a little extra and were very respectful. They did a wonderful job."

Yvonna D on May 2025

we specificalize in concrete driveways walkways sidewalks patios repairs and all, we also do painting roofing and lawn work, pavers we guarantee are work and if you don’t like it we will come back no charge and replace, until customer is happy, Here at G Diaz Construction Inc we make your home a place everyone feels welcomed and warm

"It went really good. The guys were really friendly and nice and even did a little extra and were very respectful. They did a wonderful job."

Yvonna D on May 2025


Avatar for Midwest Construction, Concrete & GC
Midwest Construction, Concrete & GC
6315 E Michigan Ave
4.43(
7
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Approved Pro
Midwest Construction, Concrete & GC
6315 E Michigan Ave
4.43(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
109 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Concrete Projects - Residential and Commercial Patios, Decorative, Concrete Stamping, All Flatwork, Sidewalks, Driveways, Garage Floors, Basement Floors, Slabs, Stairs, Barn Floors. Finish Carpentry: Crown Molding-Trim-Baseboards-Stair Banisters-Door & Window Framing-Remodeling: Kitchens-Bathrooms-Basements. Prefab Buildings: Carports-Metal Garages-Agricultural Barns-HVAC

"no phone call ever received"

Maggie S on September 2020

Concrete Projects - Residential and Commercial Patios, Decorative, Concrete Stamping, All Flatwork, Sidewalks, Driveways, Garage Floors, Basement Floors, Slabs, Stairs, Barn Floors. Finish Carpentry: Crown Molding-Trim-Baseboards-Stair Banisters-Door & Window Framing-Remodeling: Kitchens-Bathrooms-Basements. Prefab Buildings: Carports-Metal Garages-Agricultural Barns-HVAC

"no phone call ever received"

Maggie S on September 2020


Avatar for LONGWOOD CONSTRUCTION LLC
LONGWOOD CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.00(
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Approved Pro
LONGWOOD CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
154 local quotes requested

We are a pre-construction land clearing/forestry mulching team that will not only clear your property of brush, trees and stumps. We also do grading work,gravel,stone,crushed asphalt driveways.

"Removal was efficient even though there was a lot more concrete below ground than expected. Made a trip to the hardware store for extra sand to fill in the hole and even hooked me up with a new hoop!"

Brad S on May 2025

We are a pre-construction land clearing/forestry mulching team that will not only clear your property of brush, trees and stumps. We also do grading work,gravel,stone,crushed asphalt driveways.

"Removal was efficient even though there was a lot more concrete below ground than expected. Made a trip to the hardware store for extra sand to fill in the hole and even hooked me up with a new hoop!"

Brad S on May 2025

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Chelsea, MI

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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