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Contracting and Landscaping is your number one choice for all your outdoor renovation needs. Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each client, and we look forward to working with you!
"I interviewed 3 people involving concrete and tying in a french drain and he explained everything in such a way that it was very detailed very good. I was so impressed with him that I have hired him for 5 other jobs. He goes above and beyond. Sometimes he'll tie in small jobs into the larger project. I wish all contractors were like him. He is there on sight himself which is very important. He does not leave your job for someone elses job. He will stay until your job is done. Everything is out in detail on the contract. No unhappy surprises with him."
Jo Ann P on May 2020
Contracting and Landscaping is your number one choice for all your outdoor renovation needs. Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each client, and we look forward to working with you!
"I interviewed 3 people involving concrete and tying in a french drain and he explained everything in such a way that it was very detailed very good. I was so impressed with him that I have hired him for 5 other jobs. He goes above and beyond. Sometimes he'll tie in small jobs into the larger project. I wish all contractors were like him. He is there on sight himself which is very important. He does not leave your job for someone elses job. He will stay until your job is done. Everything is out in detail on the contract. No unhappy surprises with him."
Jo Ann P on May 2020
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 Real Estate appraisal 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!
"In spite of the wet weather & access issues they had to deal with, the guys did a great job on the patio & sidewalk concrete work & on the interlocking stone wall. The finishing details on the patio & walkway were exemplary & perhaps some of, if not the best I have seen. I had other contractors working on other projects in the house, & they too were impressed with the job that they did. I would highly recommend Thorp Construction & would most definitely hire them again."
Robert Z on August 2019
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 Real Estate appraisal 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!
"In spite of the wet weather & access issues they had to deal with, the guys did a great job on the patio & sidewalk concrete work & on the interlocking stone wall. The finishing details on the patio & walkway were exemplary & perhaps some of, if not the best I have seen. I had other contractors working on other projects in the house, & they too were impressed with the job that they did. I would highly recommend Thorp Construction & would most definitely hire them again."
Robert Z on August 2019
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Thomas was very professional. He was respectful and polite and precise about his work. He also had a very great rate and met me in the middle for my budget. I would highly recommend this company."
Christina H on November 2023
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Thomas was very professional. He was respectful and polite and precise about his work. He also had a very great rate and met me in the middle for my budget. I would highly recommend this company."
Christina H on November 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
"I hired Bella Rose Flooring LLC a second time after they did my bathroom flooring, lighting and cabinets. They installed vinyl luxury flooring in my main entryway, kitchen and dining room. Once again the job was completed perfectly and within 2-3 days! I'm very happy with the results"
Bryan G on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
"I hired Bella Rose Flooring LLC a second time after they did my bathroom flooring, lighting and cabinets. They installed vinyl luxury flooring in my main entryway, kitchen and dining room. Once again the job was completed perfectly and within 2-3 days! I'm very happy with the results"
Bryan G on April 2025
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Did a great job, professional all the way around, from prep to clean up."
Paul B on June 2019
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Did a great job, professional all the way around, from prep to clean up."
Paul B on June 2019
Rockwood Property Solutions 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. We look forward to working with you!
"They were outstanding"
Rhonda C on May 2025
Rockwood Property Solutions 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. We look forward to working with you!
"They were outstanding"
Rhonda C on May 2025
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
"Chris called us promptly and scheduled to rebuild two retaining walls. Arrived early in the morning and completed work. We are very pleased with his work."
Beverly H on March 2025
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
"Chris called us promptly and scheduled to rebuild two retaining walls. Arrived early in the morning and completed work. We are very pleased with his work."
Beverly H on March 2025
Beaver Valley Lawn Service has been locally owned and operated for over 30 years. With special attention to detail and great customer service, be assured you are getting the best in town. Specializing in alternative retaining walls, they have been approved by the mayor for timber walls. Call Beaver Valley Lawn Service today and let them improve the look and value of your home.
"I hired Beaver Valley Lawn Service (A J) as I had a water problem and it was running onto my patio. He french drained it. Well just a few days after it rained and the water came down worse then before he did his work. I paid him over $6,000. Then he came to look at it and wanted $3,100. more he said to fix it. My children said no and we got someone else to do it the right way. He also never finished what he was to do according to the contract. He was to plant grass seed and put fertilizer on where they had dug up. My son has been trying to get the money back but he acts like he has an attorney and he will send us a letter. We just want our money back. DO NOT HIRE HIM. I had to mark something in where it ask what work I had done because it does't give you an option to put in what was done at my home and it won't go through without something in the box."
Joyce C on March 2025
Beaver Valley Lawn Service has been locally owned and operated for over 30 years. With special attention to detail and great customer service, be assured you are getting the best in town. Specializing in alternative retaining walls, they have been approved by the mayor for timber walls. Call Beaver Valley Lawn Service today and let them improve the look and value of your home.
"I hired Beaver Valley Lawn Service (A J) as I had a water problem and it was running onto my patio. He french drained it. Well just a few days after it rained and the water came down worse then before he did his work. I paid him over $6,000. Then he came to look at it and wanted $3,100. more he said to fix it. My children said no and we got someone else to do it the right way. He also never finished what he was to do according to the contract. He was to plant grass seed and put fertilizer on where they had dug up. My son has been trying to get the money back but he acts like he has an attorney and he will send us a letter. We just want our money back. DO NOT HIRE HIM. I had to mark something in where it ask what work I had done because it does't give you an option to put in what was done at my home and it won't go through without something in the box."
Joyce C on March 2025
With over 10 years of experience in the landscaping industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of landscaping projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give K & B Landscapes for Living a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Had landscaping installed for my garden and the results were amazing. The crew was on time, professional, and brought the whole space to life. Highly recommend!"
dominic j on May 2025
With over 10 years of experience in the landscaping industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of landscaping projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give K & B Landscapes for Living a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Had landscaping installed for my garden and the results were amazing. The crew was on time, professional, and brought the whole space to life. Highly recommend!"
dominic j on May 2025
Sanpietro Construction is here for all your masonry needs. From concept to completion rest assured that we treat your house as if it were our own. So for the quality you deserve, give us a call today! ** Now Accepting all major credit cards as valid form of payment!! **
"Frank SanPietro was very professional. He arrived when he said he would and was careful to make sure that he and his crew did a great job. They replaced My entire double width concrete driveway. They installed and raised the steel reinforcement fencing into the middle of the concrete to make sure that the finished concrete driveway was strong. The preparation and finishing of the concrete was exactly as he stated it would be completed. He delayed concrete pouring for expected rain and freezing temperatures, as he should. I fully recommend SanPietro Concrete Construction Company."
Fred H on May 2025
Sanpietro Construction is here for all your masonry needs. From concept to completion rest assured that we treat your house as if it were our own. So for the quality you deserve, give us a call today! ** Now Accepting all major credit cards as valid form of payment!! **
"Frank SanPietro was very professional. He arrived when he said he would and was careful to make sure that he and his crew did a great job. They replaced My entire double width concrete driveway. They installed and raised the steel reinforcement fencing into the middle of the concrete to make sure that the finished concrete driveway was strong. The preparation and finishing of the concrete was exactly as he stated it would be completed. He delayed concrete pouring for expected rain and freezing temperatures, as he should. I fully recommend SanPietro Concrete Construction Company."
Fred H 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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