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Retaining wall installers in East Lyme

Luna Landscaping, Inc.
PO Box 155
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Luna Landscaping, Inc.
PO Box 155
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Luna Landscaping, Inc., 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.

"The crew works extremely hard and fast. They do what they say theyâ re gonna do and they do it in the time allotted."

Will L on April 2024

Luna Landscaping, Inc., 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.

"The crew works extremely hard and fast. They do what they say theyâ re gonna do and they do it in the time allotted."

Will L on April 2024


Nick's Construction and Masonry, LLC
9 Ruggles Row
4.67(
152
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Approved Pro
Nick's Construction and Masonry, LLC
9 Ruggles Row
4.67(
152
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Nick's Construction and Masonry, LLC, is your source for custom masonry work; from brickwork, concrete, and stone, to custom designs and specialty work. As a mason, I have the skills to get your project done right.

"Great"

Robert D on September 2024

Nick's Construction and Masonry, LLC, is your source for custom masonry work; from brickwork, concrete, and stone, to custom designs and specialty work. As a mason, I have the skills to get your project done right.

"Great"

Robert D on September 2024


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Tate's Property Care, LLC
46 Ebony Ln
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Tate's Property Care, LLC
46 Ebony Ln
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Tate's Property Care 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. 24/7 Emergency Service - Call (860) 575-6745

"very satisfactory; job well done; very professional"

jim r on August 2023

Tate's Property Care 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. 24/7 Emergency Service - Call (860) 575-6745

"very satisfactory; job well done; very professional"

jim r on August 2023


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R.A.M. Contracting, Inc.
72 Riverside Road
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
R.A.M. Contracting, Inc.
72 Riverside Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.

"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."

Vivian Z on July 2018

Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.

"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."

Vivian Z on July 2018


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Jimmy's Masonry, LLC
PO Box 23
4.92(
30
)
Approved Pro
Jimmy's Masonry, LLC
PO Box 23
4.92(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
88 local quotes requested

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!

"Jimmy and his crew are absolutely the best. They have done a phenomenal job and do their work so quickly. I strongly recommend Jimmy and will have him do other projects around my house. He is just great! "

Kian M on May 2025

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!

"Jimmy and his crew are absolutely the best. They have done a phenomenal job and do their work so quickly. I strongly recommend Jimmy and will have him do other projects around my house. He is just great! "

Kian M on May 2025


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USL Outdoor Living LLC
PO Box 627
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
USL Outdoor Living LLC
PO Box 627
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
26 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

With 30+ years experience, we offer only the best quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize all phases of commercial and residential remodeling and outdoor living. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

With 30+ years experience, we offer only the best quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize all phases of commercial and residential remodeling and outdoor living. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!


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EK Masonry, LLC
28 White Birch Drive
4.78(
32
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Approved Pro
EK Masonry, LLC
28 White Birch Drive
4.78(
32
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

EK Masonry LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Our 30 yr old brick patio had seen its better days and we were ready for a makeover. So I went on Angie?s list and found E K Masonry. Made a call to Eljon and he came to our home, reviewed the area and gave us not just an estimate but ideas as well to help us decide on a final product. After a few days deciding and looking over a Cambridge catalogue he provided us we decided to go with Eljon and never so glad we did. Eljon and his Crew are very cordial, friendly, down to earth and polite. The day they started they wasted no time getting down to it. They worked like ?killer bees? and in 2 days they had our 30 yr old brick patio turned into a beautiful paver haven. My wife and I both were lost for words. It?s just an awesome makeover and we couldn?t be happier with it AND the cost. I highly recommend them! E K Masonry will definitely be our ?One Stop Company? for all our future masonry/paver projects. My only regret is I was unable to give them 10+ stars!"

Peter C on March 2025

EK Masonry LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Our 30 yr old brick patio had seen its better days and we were ready for a makeover. So I went on Angie?s list and found E K Masonry. Made a call to Eljon and he came to our home, reviewed the area and gave us not just an estimate but ideas as well to help us decide on a final product. After a few days deciding and looking over a Cambridge catalogue he provided us we decided to go with Eljon and never so glad we did. Eljon and his Crew are very cordial, friendly, down to earth and polite. The day they started they wasted no time getting down to it. They worked like ?killer bees? and in 2 days they had our 30 yr old brick patio turned into a beautiful paver haven. My wife and I both were lost for words. It?s just an awesome makeover and we couldn?t be happier with it AND the cost. I highly recommend them! E K Masonry will definitely be our ?One Stop Company? for all our future masonry/paver projects. My only regret is I was unable to give them 10+ stars!"

Peter C on March 2025


Sonart Construction Corp.
3303 Avalon Drive
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Sonart Construction Corp.
3303 Avalon Drive
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
88 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you’ll notice that we’re particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you’ll notice that we’re particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!


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Rivera Roofing and Construction Inc
28 Platt Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Rivera Roofing and Construction Inc
28 Platt Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2339 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in roofing services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Rivera Roofing did an exceptional job repairing my 15-year-old roof. They were quick, efficient, organized, and left everything spotless. A special thanks to Jose for his kindness and outstanding customer service throughout the process. Highly recommend any roofing needs!"

Nelson V on January 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in roofing services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Rivera Roofing did an exceptional job repairing my 15-year-old roof. They were quick, efficient, organized, and left everything spotless. A special thanks to Jose for his kindness and outstanding customer service throughout the process. Highly recommend any roofing needs!"

Nelson V on January 2025


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Alex Masonry
62 Sky Hill Cir
4.84(
190
)
Approved Pro
Alex Masonry
62 Sky Hill Cir
4.84(
190
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
846 local quotes requested

We specialize in all types of masonry. We fulfill all your masonry needs. Give us a call so you can see what we can do for you.

"Alex Masonry exceeded my expectations. They did an incredible job on my front steps and walkway. The team was professional, punctual, and ensured everything was perfectly aligned and built to last. They kept the worksite clean and finished on time. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and skilled masonry work! I plan to hire them again to do my patio and outdoor kitchen"

Sabit S on March 2025

We specialize in all types of masonry. We fulfill all your masonry needs. Give us a call so you can see what we can do for you.

"Alex Masonry exceeded my expectations. They did an incredible job on my front steps and walkway. The team was professional, punctual, and ensured everything was perfectly aligned and built to last. They kept the worksite clean and finished on time. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and skilled masonry work! I plan to hire them again to do my patio and outdoor kitchen"

Sabit S on March 2025

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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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