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Avatar for Frankie's Landscaping, LLC
Frankie's Landscaping, LLC
5740 Sugar Loaf Rd
4.93(
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Frankie's Landscaping, LLC
5740 Sugar Loaf Rd
4.93(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our skilled team of professionals takes pride in creating stunning outdoor living spaces that enhance your home’s value and curb appeal. Whether you need a new patio for entertaining guests or a retaining wall to prevent soil erosion, we’ve got you covered with our top-notch craftsmanship and attention to detail.

"I needed to have a lot of dirt removed from my backyard and dirt filled in around my above ground pool. Frankie met with me at 5pm, and he and his crew had the job done by 7:30 that night! I was amazed and so appreciative of them for completing the job for me so quickly. It was a big weight off my shoulders! I highly recommend them! They are very professional and friendly, and hard workers!"

Craig W on June 2025

Our skilled team of professionals takes pride in creating stunning outdoor living spaces that enhance your home’s value and curb appeal. Whether you need a new patio for entertaining guests or a retaining wall to prevent soil erosion, we’ve got you covered with our top-notch craftsmanship and attention to detail.

"I needed to have a lot of dirt removed from my backyard and dirt filled in around my above ground pool. Frankie met with me at 5pm, and he and his crew had the job done by 7:30 that night! I was amazed and so appreciative of them for completing the job for me so quickly. It was a big weight off my shoulders! I highly recommend them! They are very professional and friendly, and hard workers!"

Craig W on June 2025


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Varela Landscaping
3810 Cookson Rd
5.00(
1
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Varela Landscaping
3810 Cookson Rd
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
4 years of experience

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!

"They did a really nice job!"

Kelsey H on October 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!

"They did a really nice job!"

Kelsey H on October 2024


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Royals Concrete & Contracting LLC
1500 White Dawn Court
5.00(
3
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Royals Concrete & Contracting LLC
1500 White Dawn Court
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are 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.

"This company kept me informed every step of the project. Pricing was very reasonable and work done in a timely manner. The owner Tanner was very professional. I would recommend this company to anyone needing concrete work done."

Tara H on April 2025

We are 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.

"This company kept me informed every step of the project. Pricing was very reasonable and work done in a timely manner. The owner Tanner was very professional. I would recommend this company to anyone needing concrete work done."

Tara H on April 2025


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Foundation Recovery Systems
1625 Larkin Williams Rd
4.82(
38
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Foundation Recovery Systems
1625 Larkin Williams Rd
4.82(
38
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
639 local quotes requested

Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.

"Honest and provided recommendations on how to monitor current cracks, did not try to oversell or fear monger"

Erica B on April 2025

Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.

"Honest and provided recommendations on how to monitor current cracks, did not try to oversell or fear monger"

Erica B on April 2025


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Life Outdoors
1801 N 15th St
5.00(
10
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Life Outdoors
1801 N 15th St
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
251 local quotes requested

We offer custom designs, paver patios, retaining walls, water features, landscape lighting and plantings. Having been in the landscaping industry for over 10 years we take pride in our work. Honesty and integrity are two of the most important parts of any quality project.

"The people from Life Outdoors were great to work with. We had 2 retaining walls replaced along with new grass planted between the 2. They did excellent work and are very friendly & knowledgeable. I will definitely use them for future projects."

Jeff R on October 2024

We offer custom designs, paver patios, retaining walls, water features, landscape lighting and plantings. Having been in the landscaping industry for over 10 years we take pride in our work. Honesty and integrity are two of the most important parts of any quality project.

"The people from Life Outdoors were great to work with. We had 2 retaining walls replaced along with new grass planted between the 2. They did excellent work and are very friendly & knowledgeable. I will definitely use them for future projects."

Jeff R on October 2024


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Madison County Custom Concrete
Located In:
4.60(
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Madison County Custom Concrete
Located In:
4.60(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
139 local quotes requested

We specialize in concrete pouring, driveways, decorative concrete, stamped concrete, walkways, patios, retaining walls, masonry, landscaping and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Joe and his crew did an amazing job on redoing the concrete from our existing patio and adding additional space. We more than doubled our space and it looks great Thanks Joe"

tom s on March 2025

We specialize in concrete pouring, driveways, decorative concrete, stamped concrete, walkways, patios, retaining walls, masonry, landscaping and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Joe and his crew did an amazing job on redoing the concrete from our existing patio and adding additional space. We more than doubled our space and it looks great Thanks Joe"

tom s on March 2025


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Patriot Landscape
Based In
5.00(
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Patriot Landscape
Based In
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
503 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, above ground pools, semi-inground pools, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Top notch service- had new mulch put down throughout by entire yard in addition to having old plants removed and new ones planted. Very professional!"

Christine T on August 2023

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, above ground pools, semi-inground pools, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Top notch service- had new mulch put down throughout by entire yard in addition to having old plants removed and new ones planted. Very professional!"

Christine T on August 2023


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Utrera Landscaping
5.00(
1
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Utrera Landscaping
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
1200 local quotes requested

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Yes, they did everything I requested them to do, they even worked with me on the price"

Shea S on November 2024

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Yes, they did everything I requested them to do, they even worked with me on the price"

Shea S on November 2024


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Beachy Concrete II LLC
5.00(
2
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Beachy Concrete II LLC
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
775 local quotes requested

We specialize in concrete services, repairs, pouring, leveling, driveways, walkways, stamped patios, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"It went very well. The crew of workers was very professional. They came on time and finished on time. They cleaned up after they finished the job. The driveway looks brand new. They really walked the talk. My wife and I could not be more pleased. The price was right. I would highly recommend them."

Malec M on December 2024

We specialize in concrete services, repairs, pouring, leveling, driveways, walkways, stamped patios, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"It went very well. The crew of workers was very professional. They came on time and finished on time. They cleaned up after they finished the job. The driveway looks brand new. They really walked the talk. My wife and I could not be more pleased. The price was right. I would highly recommend them."

Malec M on December 2024


Los Cementeros
11252 Lone Eagle Drive
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Los Cementeros
11252 Lone Eagle Drive
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
984 local quotes requested

Speak both English and Spanish. Looking to redesign your driveway or anything in terms of concrete let us know

"The guys did a super job! They are experienced, work fast, and detail focused confirming the outcome is exactly what the customer wants. My garage floor and sidewalk look great! I highly recommend Los Cementeros."

Mandy L on April 2025

Speak both English and Spanish. Looking to redesign your driveway or anything in terms of concrete let us know

"The guys did a super job! They are experienced, work fast, and detail focused confirming the outcome is exactly what the customer wants. My garage floor and sidewalk look great! I highly recommend Los Cementeros."

Mandy L on April 2025

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Collinsville, IL

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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