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Avatar for Zenith Builder LLC
Zenith Builder LLC
5917 Oak Ave #325
5.00(
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Zenith Builder LLC
5917 Oak Ave #325
5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

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. WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD!

"Pretty good general contractor. Good communication during the job. Excellent at what they do."

Vincent Y on October 2022

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. WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD!

"Pretty good general contractor. Good communication during the job. Excellent at what they do."

Vincent Y on October 2022


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Ruiz Bros Concrete Contractors
9391 52nd Street
5.00(
12
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Ruiz Bros Concrete Contractors
9391 52nd Street
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Ruiz Bros Concrete Contractors is a locally owned company. We are experts in the concrete industry/custom concrete/ Stamp-sealer/ bbqs/ fire pits. We can help with any of your concrete needs will delivering the best customer service. We treat each customer with the same care we have for our family. We want to make a lasting impression on you and create a great relationship. We do quality work and stand by it. Call us today!

"Excellence in every aspect. Work ethics Customer service ð Prompt(on time)ð Communicativeð Courteousð Considerate ð Honestð ð Quality work ð ð 𠤸â â ï¸"

Nate B on September 2023

Ruiz Bros Concrete Contractors is a locally owned company. We are experts in the concrete industry/custom concrete/ Stamp-sealer/ bbqs/ fire pits. We can help with any of your concrete needs will delivering the best customer service. We treat each customer with the same care we have for our family. We want to make a lasting impression on you and create a great relationship. We do quality work and stand by it. Call us today!

"Excellence in every aspect. Work ethics Customer service ð Prompt(on time)ð Communicativeð Courteousð Considerate ð Honestð ð Quality work ð ð 𠤸â â ï¸"

Nate B on September 2023


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Boston Brick & Stone
2005 Lincoln Ave
1.00(
1
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Boston Brick & Stone
2005 Lincoln Ave
1.00(
1
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Approved Pro
33 years of experience

Boston Brick & Stone, Inc. Is Committed to Quality, Honesty & Reliability All of our Los Angeles contractors at Boston Brick & Stone, Inc. work hard to meet and exceed our clients’ needs in every job we take on. We do this by providing honest and upfront estimates, deliver on what we promise, take responsibility for our work, promptly return all communications, and keep and be on time for any appointment we make. Our expert Los Angeles masons are the trusted source for reconstructionsrestoration, and repairs for fireplaces, chimneys, and hardscape. From numerous important historical restoration projects to providing beautiful work for private residents, Boston Brick & Stone, Inc. uses our 25 years of professional experience to proudly serve the clients throughout Pasadena and the Greater Los Angeles Area. Call us today at (626) 296-7700 to learn more.

Boston Brick & Stone, Inc. Is Committed to Quality, Honesty & Reliability All of our Los Angeles contractors at Boston Brick & Stone, Inc. work hard to meet and exceed our clients’ needs in every job we take on. We do this by providing honest and upfront estimates, deliver on what we promise, take responsibility for our work, promptly return all communications, and keep and be on time for any appointment we make. Our expert Los Angeles masons are the trusted source for reconstructionsrestoration, and repairs for fireplaces, chimneys, and hardscape. From numerous important historical restoration projects to providing beautiful work for private residents, Boston Brick & Stone, Inc. uses our 25 years of professional experience to proudly serve the clients throughout Pasadena and the Greater Los Angeles Area. Call us today at (626) 296-7700 to learn more.


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VL Concrete
324 S Aspan Ave
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VL Concrete
324 S Aspan Ave
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a Family owned with over 20years of industry experience. We are driven to provide the best results for any and all of your concrete needs. We are dependable, professional, and aim to provide excellent service. With our skills and ability, every project is completed with precision and care. We strive to provide all our clients with the absolute best service.

We are a Family owned with over 20years of industry experience. We are driven to provide the best results for any and all of your concrete needs. We are dependable, professional, and aim to provide excellent service. With our skills and ability, every project is completed with precision and care. We strive to provide all our clients with the absolute best service.



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M E CONCRETE
149 South Vernon Avenue
4.82(
18
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M E CONCRETE
149 South Vernon Avenue
4.82(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

M.E. Concrete, is a full service contractor that provides superior service from the start. Our 38 years of expertise, allows us to provide you with durable and structurally sound concrete solutions for your property. Our prompt professional service, will give you peace of mind knowing that when you call we will be there to help. Our experts work directly with you, to understand your needs so you get exactly what you want. No short cuts, only the best service and quality products used. Give M.E. Concrete, a call today, for your free consultation.

"They did a great job very reasonable family operated. Good people to have work on your home."

Keith g on July 2024

M.E. Concrete, is a full service contractor that provides superior service from the start. Our 38 years of expertise, allows us to provide you with durable and structurally sound concrete solutions for your property. Our prompt professional service, will give you peace of mind knowing that when you call we will be there to help. Our experts work directly with you, to understand your needs so you get exactly what you want. No short cuts, only the best service and quality products used. Give M.E. Concrete, a call today, for your free consultation.

"They did a great job very reasonable family operated. Good people to have work on your home."

Keith g on July 2024


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Exotic Waterworlds
6683 Seaside St
4.72(
75
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Exotic Waterworlds
6683 Seaside St
4.72(
75
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
56 local quotes requested

Here at Exotic Waterworlds we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional customer service. We specialize in providing you with all the different options available to you for your remodeling needs. We do anything from install and remodeling but not repairs. We have been in business for over 25 years and are backed by over 50 years experience. We are licensed and insured. Stop by today and set up your free no obligation estimate.

"I would use them again."

Luis V on January 2025

Here at Exotic Waterworlds we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional customer service. We specialize in providing you with all the different options available to you for your remodeling needs. We do anything from install and remodeling but not repairs. We have been in business for over 25 years and are backed by over 50 years experience. We are licensed and insured. Stop by today and set up your free no obligation estimate.

"I would use them again."

Luis V on January 2025


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Greg Dodd Masonry
3824 Stevely Avenue
5.00(
24
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Greg Dodd Masonry
3824 Stevely Avenue
5.00(
24
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

Brick, block, stone. Complete backyard remodels. Emergency restoration. Block wall repairs for insurance (19 years) Driveways, foundations, retaining walls. Waterproofing and drain systems.

"The job was completed quickly and professionally. I can't say enough about how hard Mr. Dodd worked to help create exactly what we wanted and needed. We are 100% satisfied, a job well done."

Deborah C on February 2018

Brick, block, stone. Complete backyard remodels. Emergency restoration. Block wall repairs for insurance (19 years) Driveways, foundations, retaining walls. Waterproofing and drain systems.

"The job was completed quickly and professionally. I can't say enough about how hard Mr. Dodd worked to help create exactly what we wanted and needed. We are 100% satisfied, a job well done."

Deborah C on February 2018


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A G'S LANDSCAPES
1038 S INGLEWOOD AVE
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A G'S LANDSCAPES
1038 S INGLEWOOD AVE
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

family owned and operated. 15+ years in the industry. 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. English and Spanish speaking Cash, check, Card, Zelle, Venmo

family owned and operated. 15+ years in the industry. 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. English and Spanish speaking Cash, check, Card, Zelle, Venmo


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Mission Construction And Engineering
11801 Cardinal Cir Unit D
5.00(
1
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Mission Construction And Engineering
11801 Cardinal Cir Unit D
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
33 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Mission Construction And Engineering, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from the start to the completion of a project. 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.

"He did Drive way , concrete steps, artificial grass, retaining walls and more -and I’’m extremely satisfied with the result. He is very friendly and has excellent professional knowledge "

Brian l on April 2025

At Mission Construction And Engineering, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from the start to the completion of a project. 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.

"He did Drive way , concrete steps, artificial grass, retaining walls and more -and I’’m extremely satisfied with the result. He is very friendly and has excellent professional knowledge "

Brian l on April 2025

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Monterey Park, CA

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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