At Sta-Built Construction, our primary objective is to create an outdoor space that you will love and enjoy for a long time! We specialize in designing and building outdoor spaces using paver patios & walkways, paver driveways, retaining walls, artificial turf and other outdoor elements. All of our work is backed by a best in class 15-year workmanship warranty. The three things that we believe separate us from all other contractors are: 1) We do it right, or make it right every time. 2) We provide clear and transparent pricing on every bid. 3) We hold our team to high standard and provide timely communication on every project. We are very excited by the possibility of working with you and hope we can add you to our growing list of 1,500+ happy homeowners from the last 10 years!
"Our project was a paver patio with a retaining wall and a connecting walkway. The entire project went very well and the results are terrific. Scott was on hand daily with advice and explanations which made us feel confident in what turned out to be a very attractive and upscale addition to our backyard. We will definitely use Sta-Built for a future project. "
Rodney B on June 2025
At Sta-Built Construction, our primary objective is to create an outdoor space that you will love and enjoy for a long time! We specialize in designing and building outdoor spaces using paver patios & walkways, paver driveways, retaining walls, artificial turf and other outdoor elements. All of our work is backed by a best in class 15-year workmanship warranty. The three things that we believe separate us from all other contractors are: 1) We do it right, or make it right every time. 2) We provide clear and transparent pricing on every bid. 3) We hold our team to high standard and provide timely communication on every project. We are very excited by the possibility of working with you and hope we can add you to our growing list of 1,500+ happy homeowners from the last 10 years!
"Our project was a paver patio with a retaining wall and a connecting walkway. The entire project went very well and the results are terrific. Scott was on hand daily with advice and explanations which made us feel confident in what turned out to be a very attractive and upscale addition to our backyard. We will definitely use Sta-Built for a future project. "
Rodney B on June 2025
You've visualized the perfect design for your home over and over. Now it's time to make the dream a reality! Whether you're looking to create a more minimalist feel or a more stylistically-driven interior living space, Sound Hart Builders can get you there through our defined, turnkey, full-service remodeling process. We'll manage the project from A-Z, including sub contractors and material providers. Allowing you the freedom to keep up with your busy life. Sounds Hart Builders specialize in an all-in-one approach to home improvement: We coordinate all aspects of your project. We manage design. We handle the permitting process. We work closely with skilled professionals of every trade. We complete post-job cleanup. The vision you have for your home remodeling project can come to life faster and easier than you imagined. Sound Harts experienced professionals have spent 15 years helping Washingtonians turn their spaces into dream homes that reflect their personalities!
"I had a great experience with Sound Hart LLC! He helped me assemble a piece of furniture last minute and was incredibly flexible, efficient, and respectful. He was also very kind and easy to communicate with. Overall, a smooth and positive experience—I would definitely hire him again and highly recommend his services!"
Monique S on May 2025
You've visualized the perfect design for your home over and over. Now it's time to make the dream a reality! Whether you're looking to create a more minimalist feel or a more stylistically-driven interior living space, Sound Hart Builders can get you there through our defined, turnkey, full-service remodeling process. We'll manage the project from A-Z, including sub contractors and material providers. Allowing you the freedom to keep up with your busy life. Sounds Hart Builders specialize in an all-in-one approach to home improvement: We coordinate all aspects of your project. We manage design. We handle the permitting process. We work closely with skilled professionals of every trade. We complete post-job cleanup. The vision you have for your home remodeling project can come to life faster and easier than you imagined. Sound Harts experienced professionals have spent 15 years helping Washingtonians turn their spaces into dream homes that reflect their personalities!
"I had a great experience with Sound Hart LLC! He helped me assemble a piece of furniture last minute and was incredibly flexible, efficient, and respectful. He was also very kind and easy to communicate with. Overall, a smooth and positive experience—I would definitely hire him again and highly recommend his services!"
Monique S on May 2025
FAST PACE SERVICES LLC is the 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!
"Very reasonably priced, were able to start the job right away, and completed it quickly. When I need more work done, I will call on them again."
Charles H on March 2025
FAST PACE SERVICES LLC is the 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!
"Very reasonably priced, were able to start the job right away, and completed it quickly. When I need more work done, I will call on them again."
Charles H on March 2025
At Bellingham Excavation we pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"They did an amazing job. Responded quickly and had job completed in record time. We had less than a foot clearance under house and they were able to excavate nearly 12 yards of dirt out! We now have plenty of clearance to proceed with next project. TEN stars! "
Jody C on April 2025
At Bellingham Excavation we pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"They did an amazing job. Responded quickly and had job completed in record time. We had less than a foot clearance under house and they were able to excavate nearly 12 yards of dirt out! We now have plenty of clearance to proceed with next project. TEN stars! "
Jody C on April 2025
Rubens Landscape & Asphalt, Inc, has been in business since 2008 and has over 20+ years of experience! We specialize in all your Residential & Commercial Improvement project needs, and guarantee you a job well done! We expertly provide a wide range of services, you name it we are you professionals! We strive to exceed the building owner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to every critical detail. Proudly serving Ferndale, WA & surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today and be treated with the utmost Courtesy and Respect!
"Eddy has been great to work with. He gave us frequent updates and alerted us to anything new that they uncovered during inspection. A very nice and knowledgeable crew!"
Brenda W on December 2023
Rubens Landscape & Asphalt, Inc, has been in business since 2008 and has over 20+ years of experience! We specialize in all your Residential & Commercial Improvement project needs, and guarantee you a job well done! We expertly provide a wide range of services, you name it we are you professionals! We strive to exceed the building owner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to every critical detail. Proudly serving Ferndale, WA & surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today and be treated with the utmost Courtesy and Respect!
"Eddy has been great to work with. He gave us frequent updates and alerted us to anything new that they uncovered during inspection. A very nice and knowledgeable crew!"
Brenda W on December 2023
Concrete Pros NW 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.
"Very large stamped concrete driveway that needed a lot of serious cleaning and sealing. Mike did everything that he proposed in his bid and did it very well. He explained everything to me and made some suggestions that made sense. He was also very respectful of my property by taping up lots of plastic protection on garage doors and all along the front porch door and windows. I would hire him again and have already recommended him to a friend."
Tom K on April 2024
Concrete Pros NW 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.
"Very large stamped concrete driveway that needed a lot of serious cleaning and sealing. Mike did everything that he proposed in his bid and did it very well. He explained everything to me and made some suggestions that made sense. He was also very respectful of my property by taping up lots of plastic protection on garage doors and all along the front porch door and windows. I would hire him again and have already recommended him to a friend."
Tom K on April 2024
Foundation excavation, driveway and patio preparation for concrete, site preparation for building, landscaping, structure demolition, land clearing, tree removal, tree falling, tree trimming, stump removal and grinding.
"Matt was very professional, efficient with his time, competitively priced, and amicable. He avoided many things that we discovered in the ground, even after private utility location. I would absolutely hire him again for future projects and would refer him to anyone needing an excavation operator with refined skills. Thanks, Matt! Five Stars!"
Orion E on July 2024
Foundation excavation, driveway and patio preparation for concrete, site preparation for building, landscaping, structure demolition, land clearing, tree removal, tree falling, tree trimming, stump removal and grinding.
"Matt was very professional, efficient with his time, competitively priced, and amicable. He avoided many things that we discovered in the ground, even after private utility location. I would absolutely hire him again for future projects and would refer him to anyone needing an excavation operator with refined skills. Thanks, Matt! Five Stars!"
Orion E on July 2024
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! Services: Repair Underground utilities, install new, underground utilities, Grade for sidewalks and driveways, dig out for footings, clearing and grubbing of trees and debris, concrete, demolition, and haul off. Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Got a quick estimate and responses. The job was done in a timely manner. Very professional. Definitely would work with them again and recommend them!"
francisco f on January 2024
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! Services: Repair Underground utilities, install new, underground utilities, Grade for sidewalks and driveways, dig out for footings, clearing and grubbing of trees and debris, concrete, demolition, and haul off. Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Got a quick estimate and responses. The job was done in a timely manner. Very professional. Definitely would work with them again and recommend them!"
francisco f on January 2024
Together, Evan & Ellie have over 20 years experience within the construction industry. We are recognized across Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom County & Eastern Washington as a General Contractor specializing in residential and commercial Excavation, concrete driveways, concrete foundations, Asphalt driveways & sealcoating, Land grading or clearing, hardscaping, retaining walls, drainage, and more!
"They were just wonderful to work with! We would highly recommond them they are honest, dependable hard working young people ,that have the greatest work ethics I have seen in years! Not to mention they do beautiful work!!!!!! We are so glad we found them!!! Thank You Evan & Ellie for a Fantastic Job!!!!!"
Randy m on March 2025
Together, Evan & Ellie have over 20 years experience within the construction industry. We are recognized across Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom County & Eastern Washington as a General Contractor specializing in residential and commercial Excavation, concrete driveways, concrete foundations, Asphalt driveways & sealcoating, Land grading or clearing, hardscaping, retaining walls, drainage, and more!
"They were just wonderful to work with! We would highly recommond them they are honest, dependable hard working young people ,that have the greatest work ethics I have seen in years! Not to mention they do beautiful work!!!!!! We are so glad we found them!!! Thank You Evan & Ellie for a Fantastic Job!!!!!"
Randy m on March 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"RT Total Lawn made the process from inquiry to installation easy. Sara responded to my Angie’s request, answered a few questions, then came out with owner Rafael to do an estimate. We discussed drip vs in ground irrigation, agreed on a fair price then the work was scheduled and completed quickly. When done, RT’s crew did a thorough clean up and Rafael and Sara came back to do a walk through. I am 100% satisfied and look forward to working them on other projects. Great to find a local business that does quality work and cares about customer satisfaction. Highly recommend!"
Linda M on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"RT Total Lawn made the process from inquiry to installation easy. Sara responded to my Angie’s request, answered a few questions, then came out with owner Rafael to do an estimate. We discussed drip vs in ground irrigation, agreed on a fair price then the work was scheduled and completed quickly. When done, RT’s crew did a thorough clean up and Rafael and Sara came back to do a walk through. I am 100% satisfied and look forward to working them on other projects. Great to find a local business that does quality work and cares about customer satisfaction. Highly recommend!"
Linda M on May 2025
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.