Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"AFS came to do my crawlspace drainage. The guys did a great job, they were very polite, they cleaned up nicely, too. I was especially impressed by the way they treated my family and respected my home. The service was great, and I love the lifetime warranty and the fact that it will transfer to a new owner if I sell the home. This increased the value of my home, the quality of our air, and the health of my family. Special thanks to the crew: Nikoli E, Clay G, and Tyler M. Also, the communication and information I received from the sales rep, Garret G, were professional and precise. I got three companies to quote this, and AFS gave me the best options to choose from, the best prices, and the best warranty. Let me save you some time and trouble, call AFS first. You won't be sorry!"
Forrest D on May 2025
Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"AFS came to do my crawlspace drainage. The guys did a great job, they were very polite, they cleaned up nicely, too. I was especially impressed by the way they treated my family and respected my home. The service was great, and I love the lifetime warranty and the fact that it will transfer to a new owner if I sell the home. This increased the value of my home, the quality of our air, and the health of my family. Special thanks to the crew: Nikoli E, Clay G, and Tyler M. Also, the communication and information I received from the sales rep, Garret G, were professional and precise. I got three companies to quote this, and AFS gave me the best options to choose from, the best prices, and the best warranty. Let me save you some time and trouble, call AFS first. You won't be sorry!"
Forrest D on May 2025
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
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Shane B on August 2024
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
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Shane B on August 2024
Mid South Land Services is a locally owned company who offer all things land servicing, from large scale land clearing to driveway work. We provide free estimates and look forward to working with you. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
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Mid South Land Services is a locally owned company who offer all things land servicing, from large scale land clearing to driveway work. We provide free estimates and look forward to working with you. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
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With over 19yrs of professional experience, EL Zorro Concrete is family owned and operated! We are here to serve you and all of your concrete needs and we're never satisfied unless you are! We service the Middle TN area and offer free estimates and 10% off if you mention you heard of us through Angi. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!
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Shelly B on June 2025
With over 19yrs of professional experience, EL Zorro Concrete is family owned and operated! We are here to serve you and all of your concrete needs and we're never satisfied unless you are! We service the Middle TN area and offer free estimates and 10% off if you mention you heard of us through Angi. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!
"We have lived in Tn for 4 years. Jose and crew are in the top 1% of quality contractors. On time, quality work, extremely customer centric and a pleasure to deal with. We are very happy with El Zorro and highly recommend this company!"
Shelly B on June 2025
Don’t trust just anyone with your land clearing project! We offer land management services from large commercial, property owner projects, site prep, driveway construction, grading, trenching, utilities, excavation and more. With years of experience, we are able to develop a plan with our customers that maintains environmental integrity while achieving the best results. Free, no-pressure estimates. Serving the entire Upper Cumberland.
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Don’t trust just anyone with your land clearing project! We offer land management services from large commercial, property owner projects, site prep, driveway construction, grading, trenching, utilities, excavation and more. With years of experience, we are able to develop a plan with our customers that maintains environmental integrity while achieving the best results. Free, no-pressure estimates. Serving the entire Upper Cumberland.
"Excellent. We would rate them a ten if possible. Prompt, courteous, kind, eager to please and reliable."
Don L on January 2024
Lawson excavating we off septic tanks, dirt work, driveway install, waterlines, electric lines, pond building and lot clearing Free estimates
"Excellent job"
Susie S on June 2023
Lawson excavating we off septic tanks, dirt work, driveway install, waterlines, electric lines, pond building and lot clearing Free estimates
"Excellent job"
Susie S on June 2023
Looking for reliable plumbing services in Cookeville? Look no further than McCormick Plumbing. Our team of experts is ready to tackle all your plumbing needs. From repairs to installations, we've got you covered. Contact us today for top-notch service you can trust. Everything In Plumbing, in business since 1948.
"Fantastic experience. Upfront pricing and professional. Good communication. Remodeled 1904 farmhouse replacing pipes with pex, installed 2 new commodes, 3 sinks n faucets, plus showers, vanities, water heater n line to septic. Very satisfied. Quality work that works. Would hire again."
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Looking for reliable plumbing services in Cookeville? Look no further than McCormick Plumbing. Our team of experts is ready to tackle all your plumbing needs. From repairs to installations, we've got you covered. Contact us today for top-notch service you can trust. Everything In Plumbing, in business since 1948.
"Fantastic experience. Upfront pricing and professional. Good communication. Remodeled 1904 farmhouse replacing pipes with pex, installed 2 new commodes, 3 sinks n faucets, plus showers, vanities, water heater n line to septic. Very satisfied. Quality work that works. Would hire again."
Adam B on May 2024
With 25+ years of experience, we offer land development for customers owning 0.25 acre up to 100 acres. Our areas of expertise include excavating, house pads, land clearing, septic system installations, driveways and retaining walls. If you're looking for an honest, reliable company providing services at a fair price, contact Elliott & Son Excavating LLC today! Licensed & Insured
"Elliott and Sons did a great job excavating my basement and prepping the yard for seeding. Would definitely use them again for any work needed. Always on time and never had to wonder what was going on as they kept me up to date on everything. Great company and top of line equipment too."
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With 25+ years of experience, we offer land development for customers owning 0.25 acre up to 100 acres. Our areas of expertise include excavating, house pads, land clearing, septic system installations, driveways and retaining walls. If you're looking for an honest, reliable company providing services at a fair price, contact Elliott & Son Excavating LLC today! Licensed & Insured
"Elliott and Sons did a great job excavating my basement and prepping the yard for seeding. Would definitely use them again for any work needed. Always on time and never had to wonder what was going on as they kept me up to date on everything. Great company and top of line equipment too."
Justin K on August 2023
We do finish driveways, sidewalks, patios. We do curbs, gutters, pumped also stamped concrete. Commercial or residential, Licensed and Insured.
We do finish driveways, sidewalks, patios. We do curbs, gutters, pumped also stamped concrete. Commercial or residential, Licensed and Insured.
We offer a wide range of home repair services from roofing to foundation repairs and basement repairs
We offer a wide range of home repair services from roofing to foundation repairs and basement repairs
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.