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Welcome to South Side Home Improvement! With over 10 years of experience, we are your expert contractors in roofing, siding, decks, windows and doors. Proudly serving North and Central Delaware, our BBB-accredited team is dedicated to delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. We strive to make your home improvement projects seamless and stress-free, from start to finish. Trust us to enhance the beauty, value, and functionality of your home with our reliable and friendly service.
"I can't say enough about working with South Side Lee & Alex. The estimate was fast and very reasonable. The main thing for me was trust, having so many contractors take advantage of me in the past I was cautious. I explained to Alex what I was looking for and he delivered my perfect deck. I gave my deposit and my new deck was complete in 2 days and wow what a job they did. On time, worked until completion, excellent work, they cleaned up and even washed the finished deck before leaving. I am so impressed with South Side Home Improvement I will definitely call them again for my next project without hesitation. I can't say enough about how impressed I am with the work done and the crew. Awesome Job "
Kim G on March 2025
Welcome to South Side Home Improvement! With over 10 years of experience, we are your expert contractors in roofing, siding, decks, windows and doors. Proudly serving North and Central Delaware, our BBB-accredited team is dedicated to delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. We strive to make your home improvement projects seamless and stress-free, from start to finish. Trust us to enhance the beauty, value, and functionality of your home with our reliable and friendly service.
"I can't say enough about working with South Side Lee & Alex. The estimate was fast and very reasonable. The main thing for me was trust, having so many contractors take advantage of me in the past I was cautious. I explained to Alex what I was looking for and he delivered my perfect deck. I gave my deposit and my new deck was complete in 2 days and wow what a job they did. On time, worked until completion, excellent work, they cleaned up and even washed the finished deck before leaving. I am so impressed with South Side Home Improvement I will definitely call them again for my next project without hesitation. I can't say enough about how impressed I am with the work done and the crew. Awesome Job "
Kim G on March 2025
Hardscape and Landscaping.Helping our customers design and transform their outdoor living space with patios, fire pits, seating walls, lighting, outdoor kitchens, sidewalks, drive ways, and trash can enclosures. We offer free estimates and custom designs.
"Perfectly. The two man crew arrived at the appointed time, assessed what the job would require and went to work. One went to Home Depot for supplies, while his partner started immediately on the prep work. Job was completed in a very timely manner and the results are perfect. Couldn’t be happier about the experience!"
Henry J on January 2025
Hardscape and Landscaping.Helping our customers design and transform their outdoor living space with patios, fire pits, seating walls, lighting, outdoor kitchens, sidewalks, drive ways, and trash can enclosures. We offer free estimates and custom designs.
"Perfectly. The two man crew arrived at the appointed time, assessed what the job would require and went to work. One went to Home Depot for supplies, while his partner started immediately on the prep work. Job was completed in a very timely manner and the results are perfect. Couldn’t be happier about the experience!"
Henry J on January 2025
State Line Concrete Lifting uses a 2-part specifically designed, eco-friendly line of polyurethane resins to lift, support and raise concrete, fill sub-surface voids, and consolidate weak soils. Unlike traditional mud jacking, where a two inch hole is drilled into a slab for lifting/void filling, State Line Concrete Lifting will only need to drill a 3/8th inch hole (the size of a dime) to perform the same action. Our equipment is for the most part self contained and there is no need for large construction equipment and noisy crews of workers at your home or business. State Line Concrete Lifting's guarantee to you is that the person you meet with is the person who performs the work. Most jobs are done in a day. Talk about Fast! Most surfaces are ready for foot traffic in 15 minutes, Voids are filled and soils are consolidated for stronger water resistant surfaces.
State Line Concrete Lifting uses a 2-part specifically designed, eco-friendly line of polyurethane resins to lift, support and raise concrete, fill sub-surface voids, and consolidate weak soils. Unlike traditional mud jacking, where a two inch hole is drilled into a slab for lifting/void filling, State Line Concrete Lifting will only need to drill a 3/8th inch hole (the size of a dime) to perform the same action. Our equipment is for the most part self contained and there is no need for large construction equipment and noisy crews of workers at your home or business. State Line Concrete Lifting's guarantee to you is that the person you meet with is the person who performs the work. Most jobs are done in a day. Talk about Fast! Most surfaces are ready for foot traffic in 15 minutes, Voids are filled and soils are consolidated for stronger water resistant surfaces.
Bauer and Sons Landscaping, Inc. is an owner operated design build company with over 30 years of hands on experience. We are a full service landscaping/hardscaping company that specializes in hardscape design and installation. We are ICPI certified award winning paver installers. Our work has been featured in Techo-Bloc magazine. We guarantee our work and customer satisfaction from start to finish. 10% off on hardscape installations of 400 sq. ft. or more. FREE WOOD BURNING FIREPIT installation with the installation of a 500 sq. ft. patio.
"It was a great experience working with an owner operator like Keith, he is very accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure that we were satisfied with our patio and outdoor kitchen."
Dustin D on November 2024
Bauer and Sons Landscaping, Inc. is an owner operated design build company with over 30 years of hands on experience. We are a full service landscaping/hardscaping company that specializes in hardscape design and installation. We are ICPI certified award winning paver installers. Our work has been featured in Techo-Bloc magazine. We guarantee our work and customer satisfaction from start to finish. 10% off on hardscape installations of 400 sq. ft. or more. FREE WOOD BURNING FIREPIT installation with the installation of a 500 sq. ft. patio.
"It was a great experience working with an owner operator like Keith, he is very accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure that we were satisfied with our patio and outdoor kitchen."
Dustin D on November 2024
We strive to bring quality and professionalism to our customers of the eastern shore of Delaware family owned and operated for over 51 years
"Mike and Ray did a fantastic job. They are very professional, communication throughout the project, and really nice guys to work with. We love our new fireplace!"
Debbi G on April 2025
We strive to bring quality and professionalism to our customers of the eastern shore of Delaware family owned and operated for over 51 years
"Mike and Ray did a fantastic job. They are very professional, communication throughout the project, and really nice guys to work with. We love our new fireplace!"
Debbi G on April 2025
We are a landscaping business here to help transform your outdoor space. From garden makeovers to patio installations, our team of experts will work with you to create a beautiful and functional area that suits your unique style and needs. Whether you're looking to enhance your home's curb appeal, create an outdoor oasis, or simply improve your outdoor living experience, we've got you covered. Let us help you bring your outdoor vision to life! Landscaping- Fountains, , Hardscaping & Pavers, Landscaping - Lakefront, Landscape - Lighting, Outdoor Kitchens and Living, Stone & Gravel
"Ivan and his crew were great! We had them clear out alot of our overgrown backyard and take down several medium and large trees. They were easy to communicate with, had very affordable pricing, and provided excellent, professional service. We will likely use them in the future and highly recommend them to others."
Justin E on March 2025
We are a landscaping business here to help transform your outdoor space. From garden makeovers to patio installations, our team of experts will work with you to create a beautiful and functional area that suits your unique style and needs. Whether you're looking to enhance your home's curb appeal, create an outdoor oasis, or simply improve your outdoor living experience, we've got you covered. Let us help you bring your outdoor vision to life! Landscaping- Fountains, , Hardscaping & Pavers, Landscaping - Lakefront, Landscape - Lighting, Outdoor Kitchens and Living, Stone & Gravel
"Ivan and his crew were great! We had them clear out alot of our overgrown backyard and take down several medium and large trees. They were easy to communicate with, had very affordable pricing, and provided excellent, professional service. We will likely use them in the future and highly recommend them to others."
Justin E on March 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping, irrigation, paving, and laying sod services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Yes . He did all we needed done."
John A on February 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping, irrigation, paving, and laying sod services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Yes . He did all we needed done."
John A on February 2025
Concrete & Landscaping Specialists! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"I cannot say enough good things about Luciano and his team. ROS Landscaping does amazing work. They went out of their way to provide a detailed quote, they helped me with color selections and worked around our schedule. I would gladly use them again for future work. Thank you ROS landscaping :)"
Ken O on October 2024
Concrete & Landscaping Specialists! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"I cannot say enough good things about Luciano and his team. ROS Landscaping does amazing work. They went out of their way to provide a detailed quote, they helped me with color selections and worked around our schedule. I would gladly use them again for future work. Thank you ROS landscaping :)"
Ken O on October 2024
We use our 36+ years of experience to inform every decision we make and ensure these steps are completed correctly. With our expertise, you can rest assured that your new concrete will exceed your high expectations. Speak to our owner today for more information.
"perfect. would highly recommend"
Shawn S on August 2024
We use our 36+ years of experience to inform every decision we make and ensure these steps are completed correctly. With our expertise, you can rest assured that your new concrete will exceed your high expectations. Speak to our owner today for more information.
"perfect. would highly recommend"
Shawn S on August 2024
LRS Concrete is specialized in repairing and constructing concrete driveways, patios, slabs, sidewalks, stamp and more. We are skilled in concrete finisher and make sure the work looks good. Look no more, what you desire you will find it here with LRS Concrete.
"Luis was on time, cleaned everything up, and worked steadily. The concrete was shaped perfectly, smooth and texture matched the rest of the sidewalk. The concrete color didn't match as well as it might have but it never does, so 5 stars."
Lauryne M on May 2025
LRS Concrete is specialized in repairing and constructing concrete driveways, patios, slabs, sidewalks, stamp and more. We are skilled in concrete finisher and make sure the work looks good. Look no more, what you desire you will find it here with LRS Concrete.
"Luis was on time, cleaned everything up, and worked steadily. The concrete was shaped perfectly, smooth and texture matched the rest of the sidewalk. The concrete color didn't match as well as it might have but it never does, so 5 stars."
Lauryne M on May 2025
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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