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Avatar for Rock Solid Renovations LLC
Rock Solid Renovations LLC
196 Red Bud Road
3.72(
10
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Rock Solid Renovations LLC
196 Red Bud Road
3.72(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"He never showed up or respond back to my calls. I had a big event and he never ever showed up."

George W on April 2015

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"He never showed up or respond back to my calls. I had a big event and he never ever showed up."

George W on April 2015


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H2 Sitework, LLC
225 Frank Kelley Rd
5.00(
3
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H2 Sitework, LLC
225 Frank Kelley Rd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

I am a professional business owner who values honesty and integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of landscaping and grading services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great experience with Virgil would highly recommend this person for any excavation need and clearing of a property to build on. Super friendly and easy to talk to and willing to discuss what’s going on. If you are considering a project please call h2 sitework you won’t be disappointed. Very professional"

Steve P on April 2023

I am a professional business owner who values honesty and integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of landscaping and grading services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great experience with Virgil would highly recommend this person for any excavation need and clearing of a property to build on. Super friendly and easy to talk to and willing to discuss what’s going on. If you are considering a project please call h2 sitework you won’t be disappointed. Very professional"

Steve P on April 2023


Solid Solutions Finishings
148 Family Farm Drive
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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Solid Solutions Finishings
148 Family Farm Drive
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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HC Construction & Grading
2291 Highway 76 West
4.28(
40
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HC Construction & Grading
2291 Highway 76 West
4.28(
40
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
12 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

At HC Construction & Grading, we take pride in everything we do. If you are just getting started on a new home or project or just doing some maintenance, let us help you meet your needs. No job too big or small. We will walk with you every step of the way. Someone will be on call 24/7 for any emergency that may occur. Our prices are very accurate and we treat everyone the same way we would like to be treated. We are a very reliable and trustworthy company that will be there whenever you need us. If you have any questions or would like to speak to us about an up coming project you might have in mind, please let us know.

"Very pleased!"

Debbie s on June 2024

At HC Construction & Grading, we take pride in everything we do. If you are just getting started on a new home or project or just doing some maintenance, let us help you meet your needs. No job too big or small. We will walk with you every step of the way. Someone will be on call 24/7 for any emergency that may occur. Our prices are very accurate and we treat everyone the same way we would like to be treated. We are a very reliable and trustworthy company that will be there whenever you need us. If you have any questions or would like to speak to us about an up coming project you might have in mind, please let us know.

"Very pleased!"

Debbie s on June 2024


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Carolina Landscapes
80 N Cherry
5.00(
2
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Carolina Landscapes
80 N Cherry
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
545 local quotes requested

Carolina Landscapes: Transforming Your Outdoor Space with Expertise and Care. Enhance your home's curb appeal with our top-notch landscaping services. From design to maintenance, we create beautiful and sustainable landscapes that stand out. Contact us today for a consultation!

"I was looking for low maintenance flowerbeds in my front yard and Carolina Landscaping gave me exactly what I asked for. The work was very well done and communication was great from the beginning. A quick drawing was provided to show the design work as we were completely removing shrubs and planting new ones. I am definitely planning to use them for my backyard project."

Carmen V on March 2024

Carolina Landscapes: Transforming Your Outdoor Space with Expertise and Care. Enhance your home's curb appeal with our top-notch landscaping services. From design to maintenance, we create beautiful and sustainable landscapes that stand out. Contact us today for a consultation!

"I was looking for low maintenance flowerbeds in my front yard and Carolina Landscaping gave me exactly what I asked for. The work was very well done and communication was great from the beginning. A quick drawing was provided to show the design work as we were completely removing shrubs and planting new ones. I am definitely planning to use them for my backyard project."

Carmen V on March 2024


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KJ Landscaping
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
KJ Landscaping
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
484 local quotes requested

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"From the initial consultation to the final touches, the landscaping team was exceptional. They listened to my vision, offered creative solutions, and executed everything flawlessly. My overgrown yard is now a beautiful, functional space with vibrant plants, perfectly placed stones, and a stunning patio. They were professional, efficient, and the quality of work is outstanding. 5 stars, highly recommend!"

Quincy M on March 2025

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"From the initial consultation to the final touches, the landscaping team was exceptional. They listened to my vision, offered creative solutions, and executed everything flawlessly. My overgrown yard is now a beautiful, functional space with vibrant plants, perfectly placed stones, and a stunning patio. They were professional, efficient, and the quality of work is outstanding. 5 stars, highly recommend!"

Quincy M on March 2025


Carver Enterprises
Unknown
No reviews
Carver Enterprises
Unknown
No reviews
13 years of experience

Carver Enterprises is a sole proprietorship that focuses on high quality workmanship and materials. Like us on Facebook to see our monthly specials. Estimates are always free and we're flexible in the way that projects are estimated. We have the ability to provide turn-key projects as well as labor only projects. Carver Enterprises will gladly give written estimates with detailed scopes of work for each project. We will gratefully perform services as small as repairing outdoor steps and railings to home additions and basement build-outs. The payment schedule will be outlined in the written estimate and full payment is expected at the time work is completed unless noted otherwise on our estimate.

Carver Enterprises is a sole proprietorship that focuses on high quality workmanship and materials. Like us on Facebook to see our monthly specials. Estimates are always free and we're flexible in the way that projects are estimated. We have the ability to provide turn-key projects as well as labor only projects. Carver Enterprises will gladly give written estimates with detailed scopes of work for each project. We will gratefully perform services as small as repairing outdoor steps and railings to home additions and basement build-outs. The payment schedule will be outlined in the written estimate and full payment is expected at the time work is completed unless noted otherwise on our estimate.


Poly Lift USA Georgia
3355 Lenox Rd NE
5.00(
4
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Poly Lift USA Georgia
3355 Lenox Rd NE
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Poly Lift USA Georgia: concrete - leveling & mudjacking

"Great. They were on time. They did a good job. No complaints."

Brian H on August 2019

Poly Lift USA Georgia: concrete - leveling & mudjacking

"Great. They were on time. They did a good job. No complaints."

Brian H on August 2019


ChrisJanes Outdoor Construction
1640 Wrightsville Church Rd
No reviews
ChrisJanes Outdoor Construction
1640 Wrightsville Church Rd
No reviews
41 years of experience

American owned and Operated Owner and Builder Building for over 25 years on Lake Oconee and surrounding areas. No Subcontractors. Residential and commercial.Ga.Power approved.We only use local business for our material.Reliable and Dependable.FREE ESTIMATES,Travel charges may apply for out of town estimates.

American owned and Operated Owner and Builder Building for over 25 years on Lake Oconee and surrounding areas. No Subcontractors. Residential and commercial.Ga.Power approved.We only use local business for our material.Reliable and Dependable.FREE ESTIMATES,Travel charges may apply for out of town estimates.


Jim Casey Construction LLC
PO Box 6882
4.44(
9
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Jim Casey Construction LLC
PO Box 6882
4.44(
9
)
Customers say: Quality work
27 years of experience

Full service design and build firm. New construction, remodeling, renovation. Residential and light commercial.

Full service design and build firm. New construction, remodeling, renovation. Residential and light commercial.

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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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