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Avatar for Master Fences
Master Fences
4.5(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The estimate was reasonable, the installation was completed in a day and per schedule, and the crew did an excellent job of cleaning up after the install. I am quite happy with the job, with only a minor issue with a couple of pieces of pressure treated lumber that were warped or visibly chipped. All in all a great experience."
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+37

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC
4.7(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Xtra Care to help us renovate our backyard, build a new deck, and install a new retaining wall, plus install some plants appropriate for the shade level of the yard, and build a walkway to address erosion of the soil along the side of our house. From our first encounter with Cleber, the owner, we were eager to work with them. Cleber had many ideas about how to better use the space we had (which wasn't much) and how we could accomplish our goals of having a space to sit, a space to eat, and a space to cook and grill outside. His enthusiasm and creative thinking helped us immensely. Angela's drawings and proposal arrived very promptly after our first conversation. We booked the 3D rendering as an additional option so we'd get a sense of what we were going to achieve with the space and their ideas. It was a smooth and interactive process; Angela took our questions and suggestions and modified the plans to better accommodate our goals, and I really appreciated the customer input form they include so they have a sense of what customers want before they begin. The process of digging out the yard, installing the new wall, the plants, and the deck, was addressed by three teams of people. CJ's team was taking on the hardscaping, and they were all meticulous with keeping the area as neat as possible, and with making sure the gates were closed afterward to keep our dogs inside. Diego's team installed the deck and demolished the old one, and I really appreciated that his crew reattached the old side stairs from the old deck to the back of the house so we and the dogs could get in and out safely. Tim's team took on the plant relocation (we had some hydrangeas we wanted to move, along with some yews and some hostas) and they were quick, considerate, and meticulous as well. Our experience was terrific from start to finish. Despite weather delays, supply delays due to the pandemic, and coordinating all the different pieces of the proposal, the project took only a few weeks, and we are so very happy with our new deck space. We have probably tripled the amount of usable space in our back yard. Xtra Care did a phenomenal job, and we'll hire them again to address our front yard and driveway area in the future."
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MC Landscaping LLC, Stone Work & Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys do really great job, their prices are very reasonable and quality of services is always top notch. Landscaping is their specialty and nobody does it better. Try them once and you'll stay with them for years."
Granite fire pit
Other tree
Pavers
Landscaping Project
Tree work

+50

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Outdoor Advantage LLC
4.4(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave and the team were responsive, professional, and courteous. The project got started quickly, progressed quickly, and loose ends were tied up quickly. The new patio/sidewalks look great, and we're confident they'll age well. The installed area was 700-800 square feet."
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+179

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Diversified Contractors LLC
4.5(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Diversified Contractors to install a new patio, walkway and retaining wall at our home during the summer of 2017. The job consisted of removing an existing concrete patio and then installing a new patio and a 60-foot walkway using Westchester pavers. In addition, a 25-foot retaining wall incorporating a new PVC drainage system was installed under an existing deck. The job required a significant amount of landscaping and regrading of our backyard. Diversified Contractors completed the work on schedule and the men who performed the installation were courteous, professional and excellent craftsmen. The manager/owner came by each day to review the progress of the work. He was always accessible to address our questions. We are extremely pleased with the service and could not have asked for a better contractor to perform the work. The quality and design of the resulting patio, walkway and retaining wall have exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Diversified Contractors to anyone who is considering having masonry work done at their home."
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+26

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for M.E.V. Outdoor Solutions, LLC
M.E.V. Outdoor Solutions, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"They completed a 10 by 14-foot paver patio with a retaining wall on two sides under an existing deck. The project was completed in two days. Marvin told me the names/colors of the materials that would be used so I could view before the project was started. I asked questions at every step and Marvin explained everything that they were doing in detail. I would definitely use them again."
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Pavilion and outdoor kitchen
Fireplace on patio and area for grill
paver patio with outdoor grill area
Retaining walls

+30

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for First Impression Hardscapes, LLC
First Impression Hardscapes, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The cost was reasonable and the final quality was satisfactory. Ran into some bumps on the way: The patio was intended to channel rainwater away from house. Initially, the way it was installed, it pooled right near the house. Upon my request, the part of the patio that pooled was picked up, extra material was added and it seems to be draining correctly now. The other problem was that the terraced garden beds were filled with the material removed from the back yard despite the fact that they were going to be gardened in. I had to request that the material be removed so I could get topsoil in. First Impressions quoted doing that for 250$. I found a local place that would deliver for 92$. When First Impressions heard that, they dropped the price to 120$. Overall, the job ended up being satisfactory, but I wasn't impressed with communication and I'm not sure it would have been done correctly had I not been checking on everything daily and requesting that things be done according to the contract.
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AZALEAS TO ZINNIAS
4.7(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle Hodges and his team did a great job removing old landscaping and preparing the space for new planting. They also repaired our brick front steps and porch, and installed new path lights to replace old, failing lighting. Kyle is easy to communicate with, and offered a lot of good ideas. We liked his design for new landscaping, and we look forward to moving ahead with the planting in the spring."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Great Falls Stone
4.5(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Falls originally built a stone fireplace in my family room. I was so happy with the results that I had them do interior walls of entire man cave basement with carderock stone. Later they built a three-tiered stone patio with retaining walls. The quality of stone work is the best!"
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Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Ellicott City, MD

With proper design and construction, stone retaining walls can last anywhere from 50 to 200 years. They're built to withstand soil pressure and environmental factors, especially when reinforced with geogrid and constructed on solid foundations. Using quality materials and skilled professionals ensures your retaining wall will be durable for decades.

You can choose between natural stone and stone veneer for your project. Natural stone offers timeless durability and character, while stone veneer provides a sleek, modern look and is lighter to install. Both options are strong and provide good drainage. Consider your budget, maintenance preferences, and design goals to decide which material is best for your wall.

Choosing the right masonry professional is key to ensuring your stone wall stands the test of time. Be sure to check that the contractor has valid licenses and certifications, and a strong track record of quality work. Look at their past projects and read customer reviews. Meeting them in person and getting detailed quotes will help you make an informed decision. Taking these steps will help you find an expert who can build a sturdy and beautiful wall for your home.

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