We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all our client's unique needs. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
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Mike B on February 2023
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all our client's unique needs. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"He is Awesome!"
Mike B on February 2023
Fredy's Contracting, Inc., has been in business over 18 years, we are a fully insured licensed contractor. We serve the Westchester and Putnam area. We specialize in stone work and all types of masonry. Call today for a free quote!
"Fredy's group has done an excellent job to "water proof" the porch wall. This job was very complicated; they must remove the blue stones on the porch so they could go down to" water proof" the wall from outside first, then they put back the blue stones and sealed the porch with water seal material. After that, they did the water proofing the inside of the wall to assure no more leakage from the porch to the house. It was raining hard for a couple times but the wall is still completely dried, thanks for the wonderful job done by Fredy's contracting,inc. I greatly recommend this company to everybody."
Vinh D on November 2017
Fredy's Contracting, Inc., has been in business over 18 years, we are a fully insured licensed contractor. We serve the Westchester and Putnam area. We specialize in stone work and all types of masonry. Call today for a free quote!
"Fredy's group has done an excellent job to "water proof" the porch wall. This job was very complicated; they must remove the blue stones on the porch so they could go down to" water proof" the wall from outside first, then they put back the blue stones and sealed the porch with water seal material. After that, they did the water proofing the inside of the wall to assure no more leakage from the porch to the house. It was raining hard for a couple times but the wall is still completely dried, thanks for the wonderful job done by Fredy's contracting,inc. I greatly recommend this company to everybody."
Vinh D on November 2017
*General Contractor
"I interviewed a few people before making my decision using Rok and Iâ m glad I did. I did a complete gut renovation and he basically made my revision come to fruition. Even with the delayed/problems with renovations he always kept me informed. U told me he would always have someone at my house working and that he did. Not like the contractors Iâ ve worked with in the past that say that but then once they get the job.. the â oh someone would be thereâ and no one comes. I had a leak issue and he made it to my house 10 pm to assure it was taken of. Roc is reliable and hard working."
Taffrena T on September 2024
*General Contractor
"I interviewed a few people before making my decision using Rok and Iâ m glad I did. I did a complete gut renovation and he basically made my revision come to fruition. Even with the delayed/problems with renovations he always kept me informed. U told me he would always have someone at my house working and that he did. Not like the contractors Iâ ve worked with in the past that say that but then once they get the job.. the â oh someone would be thereâ and no one comes. I had a leak issue and he made it to my house 10 pm to assure it was taken of. Roc is reliable and hard working."
Taffrena T on September 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.
"These guys did a Beautiful job installing my patio! Very Professional and I highly recommend them! The owner Jimmy was very helpful and easy to work with… "
James D on May 2025
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.
"These guys did a Beautiful job installing my patio! Very Professional and I highly recommend them! The owner Jimmy was very helpful and easy to work with… "
James D on May 2025
Faresp Construction And Landscaping 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.
"Would leave 10 star rating for this company if it was an option - extremely professional, responsive and top class quality of work. Rare to find good guys like this out there in the current upside down world we are living through"
Charles B on April 2023
Faresp Construction And Landscaping 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.
"Would leave 10 star rating for this company if it was an option - extremely professional, responsive and top class quality of work. Rare to find good guys like this out there in the current upside down world we are living through"
Charles B on April 2023
We are 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.
"Louis restored my cement staircase to its original shape in the promised two days . His price was very reasonable . Louis and his associates were friendly and neat in their work and cleanup, exceeding all my expectations. I recommend Lois Masonry without hesitation .."
Dietmar H on April 2025
We are 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.
"Louis restored my cement staircase to its original shape in the promised two days . His price was very reasonable . Louis and his associates were friendly and neat in their work and cleanup, exceeding all my expectations. I recommend Lois Masonry without hesitation .."
Dietmar H on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."
Nancy G on August 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."
Nancy G on August 2023
Loyal Landscaping is a family-owned business dedicated to designing and building exceptional outdoor spaces tailored for you and your family. From swimming pools to hardscaping, landscaping, and fencing, we’re your one-stop shop for all your outdoor needs. Say goodbye to the hassle of managing multiple subcontractors—our team handles everything from start to finish, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. At Loyal Landscaping, we take pride in creating beautiful, functional spaces where memories are made.
"No words can express the level of craftsmanship, attention to detail and professionalism of Roger and his crew. They did my entire backyard to include new pool with deck, new patio with cover, new composite deck with new vinyl railings and landscaping."
Chris D on May 2025
Loyal Landscaping is a family-owned business dedicated to designing and building exceptional outdoor spaces tailored for you and your family. From swimming pools to hardscaping, landscaping, and fencing, we’re your one-stop shop for all your outdoor needs. Say goodbye to the hassle of managing multiple subcontractors—our team handles everything from start to finish, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. At Loyal Landscaping, we take pride in creating beautiful, functional spaces where memories are made.
"No words can express the level of craftsmanship, attention to detail and professionalism of Roger and his crew. They did my entire backyard to include new pool with deck, new patio with cover, new composite deck with new vinyl railings and landscaping."
Chris D on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to 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 personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Excellent work, very good prices,clean, friendly, and trust worthy!! "
joe s on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to 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 personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Excellent work, very good prices,clean, friendly, and trust worthy!! "
joe s on May 2025
20+ years of experience! We are 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.
"Martin and his team did a great job with my yard. They were professional and Martin evaluated the project accurately to start with. He delivered as promised and also did it at a reasonable price. My yard looks great thanks to Martin and his team. Glad to have found him. "
Var p on April 2025
20+ years of experience! We are 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.
"Martin and his team did a great job with my yard. They were professional and Martin evaluated the project accurately to start with. He delivered as promised and also did it at a reasonable price. My yard looks great thanks to Martin and his team. Glad to have found him. "
Var p on April 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.