Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Barefoot Home Improvement, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.
"Fast affordable and met my needs"
Amber C on September 2024
Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Barefoot Home Improvement, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.
"Fast affordable and met my needs"
Amber C on September 2024
Benchmark Pavers LLC 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. Benchmark Pavers LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Brien took our backyard from a rocky, sloped rock pit to a fantastic family play space. He gave us great ideas and was straightforward and transparent with suggestions and pricing. He was honest with feedback to our ideas, which was helpful because he got down to how we would use our spaces and what really mattered. He saved us so much money in the long run by changing our plans and spending a little more money? making a bigger patio, changing retaining wall dimensions and simplifying our designs. We spoke to a lot of contractors and Brien stood out! We hired Brien for another paver/walkway project after our backyard project. We would hire him again if he was still in Nashville! "
Kelly S on March 2025
Benchmark Pavers LLC 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. Benchmark Pavers LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Brien took our backyard from a rocky, sloped rock pit to a fantastic family play space. He gave us great ideas and was straightforward and transparent with suggestions and pricing. He was honest with feedback to our ideas, which was helpful because he got down to how we would use our spaces and what really mattered. He saved us so much money in the long run by changing our plans and spending a little more money? making a bigger patio, changing retaining wall dimensions and simplifying our designs. We spoke to a lot of contractors and Brien stood out! We hired Brien for another paver/walkway project after our backyard project. We would hire him again if he was still in Nashville! "
Kelly S on March 2025
Willies Concrete 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.
"I had the opportunity of hiring Willis concrete for my project of doing my patio and pool deck. Willie and his team showed up on time and the job was completed in the time frame, it was promised. The quality of work was excellent with close attention paid to detail . Communication from start to finish was very smooth so that the project was definitely stress-free. If you are looking for a professional reliable"
Victoria R on May 2025
Willies Concrete 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.
"I had the opportunity of hiring Willis concrete for my project of doing my patio and pool deck. Willie and his team showed up on time and the job was completed in the time frame, it was promised. The quality of work was excellent with close attention paid to detail . Communication from start to finish was very smooth so that the project was definitely stress-free. If you are looking for a professional reliable"
Victoria R on May 2025
With over 7 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did an excellent job. My wife and I are so ecstatic on how well everything looks and the great job they performed. I'll definitely be using them again "
Irvin F on June 2025
With over 7 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did an excellent job. My wife and I are so ecstatic on how well everything looks and the great job they performed. I'll definitely be using them again "
Irvin F on June 2025
Nichols Concrete Co 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 our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"Job was done on time & at budget"
GREG S on April 2025
Nichols Concrete Co 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 our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"Job was done on time & at budget"
GREG S on April 2025
We specialize in all your home improvement landscaping needs, and guarantee you a job well done! All the way from maintaining and mowing lawns, to lawn care fertilization, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Call today!
"Rebuilt a retaining wall. Fast and good."
Todd S on October 2024
We specialize in all your home improvement landscaping needs, and guarantee you a job well done! All the way from maintaining and mowing lawns, to lawn care fertilization, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Call today!
"Rebuilt a retaining wall. Fast and good."
Todd S on October 2024
Landscape construction specializing in paver patios and fire pits and retaining walls.We also offer tractor services .Sod lawns installed .
"Very well indeed"
Larry L on December 2024
Landscape construction specializing in paver patios and fire pits and retaining walls.We also offer tractor services .Sod lawns installed .
"Very well indeed"
Larry L on December 2024
A-T Solutions, LLC in Ocala specializes in professional excavating services. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering top-notch results for all your excavation needs. With our attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction, we are the go-to choice for homeowners seeking reliable and efficient excavation services. Contact us today to discuss your project and experience the difference with A-T Solutions, LLC.
"A sinkhole developed in our front lawn overnight. I hired Ashton Bosley, of A-T Solutions, who held himself out to be an "expert" at sinkhole repair. The cost, including sod was $2525. which was in the same ballpark as other estimates I received. Ashton pounded sand into the hole, and one week later it fell in again, and was worse than it was originally. A STERN discussion was required for him to agree it was not fixed correctly, and that clay should have been filled into the hole. He did fix it again, but refused to replace the sod, which was dead at this point, because when the hole collapsed again, they had to rip the sod off to fix the hole. When I texted him about fixing the sod, which was included in his contract, he said I'd have to pay another $455.00 to have it replaced. I'm disappointed that we had to deal with the sinkhole for an additional two weeks, and disappointed that I'm going to have to spend several hundred dollars more to replace the sod."
Alan D on May 2024
A-T Solutions, LLC in Ocala specializes in professional excavating services. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering top-notch results for all your excavation needs. With our attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction, we are the go-to choice for homeowners seeking reliable and efficient excavation services. Contact us today to discuss your project and experience the difference with A-T Solutions, LLC.
"A sinkhole developed in our front lawn overnight. I hired Ashton Bosley, of A-T Solutions, who held himself out to be an "expert" at sinkhole repair. The cost, including sod was $2525. which was in the same ballpark as other estimates I received. Ashton pounded sand into the hole, and one week later it fell in again, and was worse than it was originally. A STERN discussion was required for him to agree it was not fixed correctly, and that clay should have been filled into the hole. He did fix it again, but refused to replace the sod, which was dead at this point, because when the hole collapsed again, they had to rip the sod off to fix the hole. When I texted him about fixing the sod, which was included in his contract, he said I'd have to pay another $455.00 to have it replaced. I'm disappointed that we had to deal with the sinkhole for an additional two weeks, and disappointed that I'm going to have to spend several hundred dollars more to replace the sod."
Alan D on May 2024
Citrus Pavers: Expanding Our Services! We’re now offering full landscape construction services in addition to our expert brick paver and retaining wall installations! We specialize in landscaping, hardscaping, Rocks, Mulch & Plant Installation, Pre-Cast & Small Water Features, Artificial Turf, Outdoor Lighting, Outdoor Propane & Natural Gas Fire Pits, Flagstone Pathway, New Residential Irrigation Installs, and more! Same trusted quality, now with more ways to transform your outdoor space! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"It went so well! We are beyond pleased with the beautiful work Citrus Pavers provided for us. We are in love with it all. Cannot recommend them enough. Fast, polite, cleaned up well and fixed anything I wanted done differently within reason. Look forward to doing our driveway and front porch next!"
Carmeline C on March 2025
Citrus Pavers: Expanding Our Services! We’re now offering full landscape construction services in addition to our expert brick paver and retaining wall installations! We specialize in landscaping, hardscaping, Rocks, Mulch & Plant Installation, Pre-Cast & Small Water Features, Artificial Turf, Outdoor Lighting, Outdoor Propane & Natural Gas Fire Pits, Flagstone Pathway, New Residential Irrigation Installs, and more! Same trusted quality, now with more ways to transform your outdoor space! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"It went so well! We are beyond pleased with the beautiful work Citrus Pavers provided for us. We are in love with it all. Cannot recommend them enough. Fast, polite, cleaned up well and fixed anything I wanted done differently within reason. Look forward to doing our driveway and front porch next!"
Carmeline C on March 2025
Our mission is to be a concrete contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally family owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! We ask for no deposit, Call or text to schedule an estimate today! 352-227-0470. Thank you and God Bless!
"Did a nice job"
John K on July 2024
Our mission is to be a concrete contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally family owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! We ask for no deposit, Call or text to schedule an estimate today! 352-227-0470. Thank you and God Bless!
"Did a nice job"
John K on July 2024
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.