Affordable Home Construction, LLC was started by two U.S. Military veterans and we have been serving Wakefield and the surrounding areas since 1994. We are extremely passionate about the work that we do and you can trust us to provide a high quality service at an extremely affordable price. We are dedicated to customer service and realize that the future of our business depends upon our reputation. If you are looking for a contractor you can trust, please call Perry today for your free estimate!
"The Craftsmen were very good and the quality of their work were excellent."
WILLIE L on September 2022
Affordable Home Construction, LLC was started by two U.S. Military veterans and we have been serving Wakefield and the surrounding areas since 1994. We are extremely passionate about the work that we do and you can trust us to provide a high quality service at an extremely affordable price. We are dedicated to customer service and realize that the future of our business depends upon our reputation. If you are looking for a contractor you can trust, please call Perry today for your free estimate!
"The Craftsmen were very good and the quality of their work were excellent."
WILLIE L on September 2022
Rony's Landscaping, 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"They were working at a neighbors, I inquired about a job at my residence, it was done THAT DAY! Large tree removal in tight quarters with minimal impact. Great job."
Don B on July 2024
Rony's Landscaping, 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"They were working at a neighbors, I inquired about a job at my residence, it was done THAT DAY! Large tree removal in tight quarters with minimal impact. Great job."
Don B on July 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Was Quikly a fair price, all the work done and a nice guy"
Kathy S on November 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Was Quikly a fair price, all the work done and a nice guy"
Kathy S on November 2024
Thank you for visiting OutdoorX, LLC. We are your locally owned and operated landscaping and hardscaping specialists based in Salem, MA. We service clients throughout Essex County and the surrounding areas. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!
"Starling and his fabulous company have been our landscapers since the fall of 2023 when our work schedules prevented us from keeping up with our yard work. We came to Angi's List and got call backs from several people, but Starling was the only one who came to the house. We were very pleased with the end result and had him come back for a spring clean up. We then let him take over our lawn care plus help with fixing our front beds that needed some TLC. We highly recommend him, and as a matter of fact his crew were just here yesterday starting the spring clean up. Starling is very professional, friendly and always easy to get a hold of when we have a question about something. He spent hours with us picking out shrubs and plants and never made us feel rushed. His crew are very friendly and take great care of our yard. We are so pleased that he showed up to our house on that late fall day!"
kevin p on March 2025
Thank you for visiting OutdoorX, LLC. We are your locally owned and operated landscaping and hardscaping specialists based in Salem, MA. We service clients throughout Essex County and the surrounding areas. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!
"Starling and his fabulous company have been our landscapers since the fall of 2023 when our work schedules prevented us from keeping up with our yard work. We came to Angi's List and got call backs from several people, but Starling was the only one who came to the house. We were very pleased with the end result and had him come back for a spring clean up. We then let him take over our lawn care plus help with fixing our front beds that needed some TLC. We highly recommend him, and as a matter of fact his crew were just here yesterday starting the spring clean up. Starling is very professional, friendly and always easy to get a hold of when we have a question about something. He spent hours with us picking out shrubs and plants and never made us feel rushed. His crew are very friendly and take great care of our yard. We are so pleased that he showed up to our house on that late fall day!"
kevin p on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.
"I am very happy with the service! they were great!!"
Joyce F on June 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.
"I am very happy with the service! they were great!!"
Joyce F on June 2025
We At Ellite Construction Masonry , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Workers are real heroes"
MD RABBI H on June 2024
We At Ellite Construction Masonry , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Workers are real heroes"
MD RABBI H on June 2024
With over 10 years in landscaping and lawn maintenance, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat yours as we would our own. Give MSL Landscaping a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Knowledgeable team; kept me up to date on project tatus - prompt and proactive communication; work was completed efficiently, and produced the results I sought. Would easily hire again for additional projects!"
Josh B on October 2023
With over 10 years in landscaping and lawn maintenance, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat yours as we would our own. Give MSL Landscaping a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Knowledgeable team; kept me up to date on project tatus - prompt and proactive communication; work was completed efficiently, and produced the results I sought. Would easily hire again for additional projects!"
Josh B on October 2023
Lopez Construction & More, Inc., is a full service home improvement company with over 5 years of experience. We are honest, loyal and provide the best customer satisfaction in town. We pay very close attention to detail and owner, Alvaro, is always on site to ensure quality work. We accept cash and checks only! Call us today for a free estimate!
"I hired this company to repoint our fireplace in a few places where the mortar was falling apart. They worked quickly and neatly, and weâ re satisfied with the work. We would recommend them to others!"
Zeba W on June 2023
Lopez Construction & More, Inc., is a full service home improvement company with over 5 years of experience. We are honest, loyal and provide the best customer satisfaction in town. We pay very close attention to detail and owner, Alvaro, is always on site to ensure quality work. We accept cash and checks only! Call us today for a free estimate!
"I hired this company to repoint our fireplace in a few places where the mortar was falling apart. They worked quickly and neatly, and weâ re satisfied with the work. We would recommend them to others!"
Zeba W on June 2023
As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, Elmer's Landscaping and Construction, will exceed your expectations. With years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you.
"I had a crew come out to cut some very hard trees, including one located dangerously close to electrical wires. They handled everything with incredible professionalism and skill. What impressed me most was their dedication—they worked efficiently and safely even in pouring rain, never cutting corners. These are some of the hardest-working people I’ve seen, and they clearly take pride in doing the job right. Highly recommended!"
Lening L on May 2025
As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, Elmer's Landscaping and Construction, will exceed your expectations. With years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you.
"I had a crew come out to cut some very hard trees, including one located dangerously close to electrical wires. They handled everything with incredible professionalism and skill. What impressed me most was their dedication—they worked efficiently and safely even in pouring rain, never cutting corners. These are some of the hardest-working people I’ve seen, and they clearly take pride in doing the job right. Highly recommended!"
Lening L on May 2025
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!
"So professional and trust worthy! "
rebecca d on May 2025
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!
"So professional and trust worthy! "
rebecca d 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.