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Retaining wall installers in Gadsden

Teague Hauling and Demolition, LLC
1007 Morrisville Road
3.92(
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Teague Hauling and Demolition, LLC
1007 Morrisville Road
3.92(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very professional and completed work in a timely manner."

Tana B on November 2022

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very professional and completed work in a timely manner."

Tana B on November 2022


Bedwell Excavating, LLC
4117 Riddles Bend Road
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Bedwell Excavating, LLC
4117 Riddles Bend Road
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
10 years of experience

Bedwell Excavating, LLC, 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 the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Andrew did excellent work and responded very quickly He is one of the best contractors I have ever worked with."

Don T on January 2019

Bedwell Excavating, LLC, 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 the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Andrew did excellent work and responded very quickly He is one of the best contractors I have ever worked with."

Don T on January 2019


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Harris Landworks
PO Box 3356
5.00(
3
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Harris Landworks
PO Box 3356
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

Harris Landworks, we pride our community on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work in progress. We look forward to earning your business!

"Harris Landworks removed grown up shrubs and moved large rock landscaping from backyard, making it more manageable for me to mow up to the house. I am very pleased with the professional way this work was done. The cost was very reasonable also."

Janet F on June 2024

Harris Landworks, we pride our community on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work in progress. We look forward to earning your business!

"Harris Landworks removed grown up shrubs and moved large rock landscaping from backyard, making it more manageable for me to mow up to the house. I am very pleased with the professional way this work was done. The cost was very reasonable also."

Janet F on June 2024


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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
2415 Jordan Rd
4.18(
74
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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
2415 Jordan Rd
4.18(
74
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
169 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Bob Fuller was awesome I got the best and thorough explanation of what I need done to my new build."

Jonathan P on September 2024

Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Bob Fuller was awesome I got the best and thorough explanation of what I need done to my new build."

Jonathan P on September 2024


ECA Construction
204 Ellen St
5.00(
4
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ECA Construction
204 Ellen St
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
150 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The team at ETA were very attentive to what I was looking to complete. I was impressed with how well they communicated throughout the process. I would highly recommend them for concrete work if you are looking for a job done right."

Michael B on November 2024

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The team at ETA were very attentive to what I was looking to complete. I was impressed with how well they communicated throughout the process. I would highly recommend them for concrete work if you are looking for a job done right."

Michael B on November 2024


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Pro 1 Concrete Contractor Co. LLC
181 Hunters Lake Dr
3.70(
10
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Pro 1 Concrete Contractor Co. LLC
181 Hunters Lake Dr
3.70(
10
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Approved Pro
1461 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Specializing in concrete! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The contractor was pleasant, helpful, and completed the work on time. The driveway looks great! We will hire again in the near future."

Evelyn D on May 2025

Specializing in concrete! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The contractor was pleasant, helpful, and completed the work on time. The driveway looks great! We will hire again in the near future."

Evelyn D on May 2025


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DeBoer Dirt and Land
Surrounding Areas
5.00(
5
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DeBoer Dirt and Land
Surrounding Areas
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
324 local quotes requested

Our Dirt and Land Management company has been serving the community for many years. We are a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing top-notch service to our clients. We have the knowledge, expertise, and equipment necessary to handle any land management challenge. From land clearing and grading to excavation and demolition, we have the skills and resources to tackle your job. We believe that our commitment to excellence, customer service, and safety sets us apart from our competitors. We are proud of the work we do and the positive impact it has on our clients and their communities. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your land management goals. Land Clearing: We can clear your land of trees, brush, and other unwanted vegetation to prepare it for new construction or other uses. We can brush hog large or small property and clear fence lines. Grading: We can improve drainage and potholes for gravel and dirt driveways. Excavation: We can dig trenches and other types of excavation to prepare your land for new construction or to install utilities. Demolition: We can safely tear down buildings, structures, and other obstacles on your land to clear the way for new development. Site Preparation: We can prepare your land for planting, or other uses by removing debris, grading, and making any necessary improvements. Hauling: We can haul away debris, dirt, or other materials from your land to clear the way for new development.

"Excellent, they were efficient, friendly, appropriately priced and came in on budget. The property looked a lot better when they left."

Lori D on September 2024

Our Dirt and Land Management company has been serving the community for many years. We are a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing top-notch service to our clients. We have the knowledge, expertise, and equipment necessary to handle any land management challenge. From land clearing and grading to excavation and demolition, we have the skills and resources to tackle your job. We believe that our commitment to excellence, customer service, and safety sets us apart from our competitors. We are proud of the work we do and the positive impact it has on our clients and their communities. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your land management goals. Land Clearing: We can clear your land of trees, brush, and other unwanted vegetation to prepare it for new construction or other uses. We can brush hog large or small property and clear fence lines. Grading: We can improve drainage and potholes for gravel and dirt driveways. Excavation: We can dig trenches and other types of excavation to prepare your land for new construction or to install utilities. Demolition: We can safely tear down buildings, structures, and other obstacles on your land to clear the way for new development. Site Preparation: We can prepare your land for planting, or other uses by removing debris, grading, and making any necessary improvements. Hauling: We can haul away debris, dirt, or other materials from your land to clear the way for new development.

"Excellent, they were efficient, friendly, appropriately priced and came in on budget. The property looked a lot better when they left."

Lori D on September 2024


Thompson Manufacturing Inc
1350 AL HWY 71
No reviews
Thompson Manufacturing Inc
1350 AL HWY 71
No reviews
55 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated business that carry a complete line of office, janitorial, safety and cleaning supplies for home, office, work, schools, churches etc. We are also have a janitorial cleaning service with references in stripping and waxing, carpet and tile cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, car detailing etc. I like to tell people " We keep you clean"

We are a family owned and operated business that carry a complete line of office, janitorial, safety and cleaning supplies for home, office, work, schools, churches etc. We are also have a janitorial cleaning service with references in stripping and waxing, carpet and tile cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, car detailing etc. I like to tell people " We keep you clean"


BEST ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
1110 County Road 92
No reviews
BEST ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
1110 County Road 92
No reviews
33 years of experience

HOME OF THE $ 40.00 DOLLAR CAMPER PUMP!! 24HR.,7 DAY SERVICE CASH,CHECK,AND BILLING AVABILE.

HOME OF THE $ 40.00 DOLLAR CAMPER PUMP!! 24HR.,7 DAY SERVICE CASH,CHECK,AND BILLING AVABILE.


CJ'S Home Improvement and Lawn Services
County Road 51
No reviews
CJ'S Home Improvement and Lawn Services
County Road 51
No reviews
27 years of experience

Highly professional home improvement and lawn service business. We offer a wide range of services to home owners and businesses. We can build or fix any problems that may exist in the home or business. We also can beautify any lawn. We are licensed professionals with over 15 years of experience. Charles Boykin Jr. is the owner and I have ten employees.

Highly professional home improvement and lawn service business. We offer a wide range of services to home owners and businesses. We can build or fix any problems that may exist in the home or business. We also can beautify any lawn. We are licensed professionals with over 15 years of experience. Charles Boykin Jr. is the owner and I have ten employees.

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Gadsden, AL

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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