Stein Masonry Construction provides high-quality construction and Hardscaping services to commercial and residential clients. Our experienced team specializes in a variety of services for your outdoor living. We are dedicated to exceeding our client’s expectations with personalized services from the estimate to the completion of the work. Serving Norfolk, Middlesex, Bristol and Plymouth County of Boston.
"Experienced, professional, great value. I definitely recommend"
Adam W on July 2023
Stein Masonry Construction provides high-quality construction and Hardscaping services to commercial and residential clients. Our experienced team specializes in a variety of services for your outdoor living. We are dedicated to exceeding our client’s expectations with personalized services from the estimate to the completion of the work. Serving Norfolk, Middlesex, Bristol and Plymouth County of Boston.
"Experienced, professional, great value. I definitely recommend"
Adam W on July 2023
R&I 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.
"They did a great job with the brick steps the workers were real friendly. I will be hiring them back soon to do more masonry work at my home. Steps looks great!"
Debra R on November 2022
R&I 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.
"They did a great job with the brick steps the workers were real friendly. I will be hiring them back soon to do more masonry work at my home. Steps looks great!"
Debra R on November 2022
B to Z Restoration is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Holbrook, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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Mike H on April 2020
B to Z Restoration is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Holbrook, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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Mike H on April 2020
JUNIOR CORDEIRO STONE DESIGN, INC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.
"Amancio and his crew were quick, professional, and most of all did a tremendous job. So happy and thankful we chose Amancio for the job. Would recommend and will be using his services again."
John P on April 2025
JUNIOR CORDEIRO STONE DESIGN, INC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.
"Amancio and his crew were quick, professional, and most of all did a tremendous job. So happy and thankful we chose Amancio for the job. Would recommend and will be using his services again."
John P on April 2025
THE ROCK LANDSCAPE & CONSTRUCTION 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. We have 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. Full house cleaning, with a 3 hour minimum on service requests.
THE ROCK LANDSCAPE & CONSTRUCTION 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. We have 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. Full house cleaning, with a 3 hour minimum on service requests.
Curbs Inc. is a leading landscape construction firm based in Wellesley, MA. Specializing in hardscape, design, planting, lighting, and exterior carpentry, this family-owned business is led by industry leader, Nilton Machado, who has achieved a solid reputation for outstanding quality, workmanship, and customer service. We accept projects of all sizes and apply our expertise to a wide range of products and services for exterior remodeling. Our projects are known for their balance of functional and aesthetic value, attention to detail, and customization.
"Nilton and his crew installed a trench drain around my wet garage. They are really nice, honest people. They did a beautiful installation job and cleaned up, took away the debris, and left everything looking good. I am very happy I used Nilton's company. Such a pleasure!"
Heather M on March 2022
Curbs Inc. is a leading landscape construction firm based in Wellesley, MA. Specializing in hardscape, design, planting, lighting, and exterior carpentry, this family-owned business is led by industry leader, Nilton Machado, who has achieved a solid reputation for outstanding quality, workmanship, and customer service. We accept projects of all sizes and apply our expertise to a wide range of products and services for exterior remodeling. Our projects are known for their balance of functional and aesthetic value, attention to detail, and customization.
"Nilton and his crew installed a trench drain around my wet garage. They are really nice, honest people. They did a beautiful installation job and cleaned up, took away the debris, and left everything looking good. I am very happy I used Nilton's company. Such a pleasure!"
Heather M on March 2022
Our mission, at Boylan Brothers, Inc., is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one-of-a-kind smile on a homeowner's face at the end of a project! Boylan Brothers, Inc., stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second-to-none workmanship, and a prompt and responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!
"Boylan Bros have been landscaping, plowing, cleanup Spring and Fall and roadway regrading after the Winter wear and tear for 3 years. They are great to work with, respectful of property as I have a large horse farm. Iâ ve had several landscapers over the years and they are THE best."
Debbie G on July 2024
Our mission, at Boylan Brothers, Inc., is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one-of-a-kind smile on a homeowner's face at the end of a project! Boylan Brothers, Inc., stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second-to-none workmanship, and a prompt and responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!
"Boylan Bros have been landscaping, plowing, cleanup Spring and Fall and roadway regrading after the Winter wear and tear for 3 years. They are great to work with, respectful of property as I have a large horse farm. Iâ ve had several landscapers over the years and they are THE best."
Debbie G on July 2024
We at Masonworks, LLC focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our 30+ years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"This was our second project with Mason Works. Again, Bruno and his team did really high quality work. Our new front porch and walkway look great! Bruno was super responsive and easy to work with. They did come in with one of the pricier bids for the work, but I'd say it was all money well spent."
Aaron G on December 2024
We at Masonworks, LLC focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our 30+ years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"This was our second project with Mason Works. Again, Bruno and his team did really high quality work. Our new front porch and walkway look great! Bruno was super responsive and easy to work with. They did come in with one of the pricier bids for the work, but I'd say it was all money well spent."
Aaron G on December 2024
Dardah landscaping is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!
"We hired Jose and his team to pour a concrete slab for a hot tub, install a ~400 square foot patio, and install a walkway along the side of our house, as he had come highly recommended from folks in our neighborhood. Jose was very communicative during the planning to make sure we landed on the best design, he stated a timeline for the project completion and stuck to the timeline, and the patio and walkway look fantastic. It's made our backyard much more enjoyable and looks great. We also found the prices very reasonable as well, with the walkway, path, and concrete pad costing less than some contractors were quoting for the patio alone."
Matt K on September 2024
Dardah landscaping is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!
"We hired Jose and his team to pour a concrete slab for a hot tub, install a ~400 square foot patio, and install a walkway along the side of our house, as he had come highly recommended from folks in our neighborhood. Jose was very communicative during the planning to make sure we landed on the best design, he stated a timeline for the project completion and stuck to the timeline, and the patio and walkway look fantastic. It's made our backyard much more enjoyable and looks great. We also found the prices very reasonable as well, with the walkway, path, and concrete pad costing less than some contractors were quoting for the patio alone."
Matt K on September 2024
Since 2006, Mass Stone Landscape Construction has been committed in providing our customers with the very best quality in landscape construction. From your driveway to your backyard patio, Mass Stone uses only quality products and the latest installation techniques in order to turn our customers' ideas into reality. Locally owned and family operated in Massachusetts, our clients have learned to expect a high level of quality and customer service, which comes free of charge. Communication is key in any job, so we listen to our clients first to find the right solutions always keeping our customers updated throughout the construction process.
"We hired Mass Stone to replace our crumbling front walkway and cracked entryway stairs and we couldn’t be happier with the decision. Renato was great to work with to help better design our walkway and stairs and the crew was phenomenal. You can see that Mass Stone takes a lot of pride in their work and want to ensure their customers are happy. If you have masonry work you want to get done, you are doing yourself a disservice if you don’t get Renato out to look at the job!"
Alex J on March 2025
Since 2006, Mass Stone Landscape Construction has been committed in providing our customers with the very best quality in landscape construction. From your driveway to your backyard patio, Mass Stone uses only quality products and the latest installation techniques in order to turn our customers' ideas into reality. Locally owned and family operated in Massachusetts, our clients have learned to expect a high level of quality and customer service, which comes free of charge. Communication is key in any job, so we listen to our clients first to find the right solutions always keeping our customers updated throughout the construction process.
"We hired Mass Stone to replace our crumbling front walkway and cracked entryway stairs and we couldn’t be happier with the decision. Renato was great to work with to help better design our walkway and stairs and the crew was phenomenal. You can see that Mass Stone takes a lot of pride in their work and want to ensure their customers are happy. If you have masonry work you want to get done, you are doing yourself a disservice if you don’t get Renato out to look at the job!"
Alex J on March 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.