King Koncrete, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business. We take pride in every job we do and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. Call for a free and fair estimate! We welcome your questions.
"I have used them for 15 years. I still use them, excellent work, good quality, on time and professional in all they do."
Leo L on September 2009
King Koncrete, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business. We take pride in every job we do and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. Call for a free and fair estimate! We welcome your questions.
"I have used them for 15 years. I still use them, excellent work, good quality, on time and professional in all they do."
Leo L on September 2009
MC Concrete is committed in providing you with the best quality work. We're experienced in unique projects that cater to your needs. From brick work to concrete we can do it all. We take pride in maintaining great relationships with our clients and make communication our top priority. It's a family business that has been passed down from generations for over 30 years. Our vision and quality of work is what makes our company stand out from everyone else.
"In the end, our new patio turned out great. However, the company initially failed to obtain the required permits, causing a cascade of delays. There were a series of problems resulting from a lack of a project design blueprint and unexpected changes in paver prices that cause delays and increased the cost of the project. in the end we ended up with a much nicer patio, but a project that lasted nearly 2 weeks instead of four days and cost an additional $10 per square foot."
David C on April 2023
MC Concrete is committed in providing you with the best quality work. We're experienced in unique projects that cater to your needs. From brick work to concrete we can do it all. We take pride in maintaining great relationships with our clients and make communication our top priority. It's a family business that has been passed down from generations for over 30 years. Our vision and quality of work is what makes our company stand out from everyone else.
"In the end, our new patio turned out great. However, the company initially failed to obtain the required permits, causing a cascade of delays. There were a series of problems resulting from a lack of a project design blueprint and unexpected changes in paver prices that cause delays and increased the cost of the project. in the end we ended up with a much nicer patio, but a project that lasted nearly 2 weeks instead of four days and cost an additional $10 per square foot."
David C on April 2023
With over 25 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 including patios and driveways. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Torres Brothers Landscaping Inc a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Highly recommended! My experiences with trying to find a landscaping business that actually responded to my request and even show up to look and provide me with a quote have been horrible. When Paola and her father showed up, listened, took measurements I figured I would probably not hear back (story of my life), but Paola sent me her renderings of what I was wanting and added her special touches and ideas along with a couple of price proposals. They listened to what I wanted to do. Paola is very creative as well as patient but most of all so very nice! They took those thoughts I had in my head and made them come true. Her dad is on site with the crew who went to work right away. All of them worked hard, and very professional! They cleaned up and left me with a huge smile on my face for leaving me with my backyard ideas made real. Cannot thank them enough. I have already recommended them to family and friends! "
Diana L on April 2025
With over 25 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 including patios and driveways. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Torres Brothers Landscaping Inc a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Highly recommended! My experiences with trying to find a landscaping business that actually responded to my request and even show up to look and provide me with a quote have been horrible. When Paola and her father showed up, listened, took measurements I figured I would probably not hear back (story of my life), but Paola sent me her renderings of what I was wanting and added her special touches and ideas along with a couple of price proposals. They listened to what I wanted to do. Paola is very creative as well as patient but most of all so very nice! They took those thoughts I had in my head and made them come true. Her dad is on site with the crew who went to work right away. All of them worked hard, and very professional! They cleaned up and left me with a huge smile on my face for leaving me with my backyard ideas made real. Cannot thank them enough. I have already recommended them to family and friends! "
Diana L on April 2025
At G & G Brick Paving and Landscaping, Inc., offer consulting for Natural Stone, Flagstone, Patios & Fire pits, as well as Interlocking Concrete Patio Pavers, Construction and Custom Decks.
"After the deposit was paid, the pro became slow to respond to our questions. There were a number of delays to the project. To be fair, this was during the summer of 2021 and most contractors seemed to be experiencing delays. We ultimately asked for our deposit to be returned. They seem to do good work. If you were to hire them, I would get a commitment to timing in writing."
Brad D on July 2021
At G & G Brick Paving and Landscaping, Inc., offer consulting for Natural Stone, Flagstone, Patios & Fire pits, as well as Interlocking Concrete Patio Pavers, Construction and Custom Decks.
"After the deposit was paid, the pro became slow to respond to our questions. There were a number of delays to the project. To be fair, this was during the summer of 2021 and most contractors seemed to be experiencing delays. We ultimately asked for our deposit to be returned. They seem to do good work. If you were to hire them, I would get a commitment to timing in writing."
Brad D on July 2021
Welcome to Scaravalle Property Services & Northscape Enterprises, Inc., your local brick and stone, concrete and paver experts. We install almost any type of driveways, patios, walks & steps, and retaining walls. Whether you are looking for interlocking pavers, brick, concrete or natural stone, we can do it all. You will appreciate our attention to detail, the quality of our work and our dedication to providing outstanding customer service. Call today. We offer affordable financing options including 0% plans.
"Poor customer service."
Saleh I on October 2022
Welcome to Scaravalle Property Services & Northscape Enterprises, Inc., your local brick and stone, concrete and paver experts. We install almost any type of driveways, patios, walks & steps, and retaining walls. Whether you are looking for interlocking pavers, brick, concrete or natural stone, we can do it all. You will appreciate our attention to detail, the quality of our work and our dedication to providing outstanding customer service. Call today. We offer affordable financing options including 0% plans.
"Poor customer service."
Saleh I on October 2022
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.
"My project was complete in time Im happy with their service I highly reccomend "
aurelio D on April 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.
"My project was complete in time Im happy with their service I highly reccomend "
aurelio D on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."
Paul K on May 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."
Paul K on May 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping 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!
"Excellent landscaper, always takes great care of my yard"
Thomas T on March 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping 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!
"Excellent landscaper, always takes great care of my yard"
Thomas T on March 2024
October Hardscaping LLC: McCullom Lake's trusted landscaper. We create stunning outdoor spaces with innovative design and meticulous care. We serve in Mccullom Lake, IL, McCullom Lake Village IL; Fox Lake Village IL; Wauconda Township IL; Island Lake Village IL; Johnsburg Village IL; and the surrounding areas. Hardscape Contractor, Landscaping Contractor, Retaining Wall Construction, Patio Construction Contractors, General Landscaping Service Hardscape Company, Landscaping Service, Retaining Wall Service, Patio Construction, General Landscaping Company For more information visit our website: landscapermccullomlakeil.com
"Amazing! Loved every one of them and even bought them lunch and made them coffee each day. Great workers with a great work ethic! Would hire them in an instant!"
Leslie C on September 2024
October Hardscaping LLC: McCullom Lake's trusted landscaper. We create stunning outdoor spaces with innovative design and meticulous care. We serve in Mccullom Lake, IL, McCullom Lake Village IL; Fox Lake Village IL; Wauconda Township IL; Island Lake Village IL; Johnsburg Village IL; and the surrounding areas. Hardscape Contractor, Landscaping Contractor, Retaining Wall Construction, Patio Construction Contractors, General Landscaping Service Hardscape Company, Landscaping Service, Retaining Wall Service, Patio Construction, General Landscaping Company For more information visit our website: landscapermccullomlakeil.com
"Amazing! Loved every one of them and even bought them lunch and made them coffee each day. Great workers with a great work ethic! Would hire them in an instant!"
Leslie C on September 2024
We are a family owned business & operated. We have been proudly serving the Lake and Cook County North shore since 1995. We have built and kept a reputation of great service and dedication. We started as a landscaping company that would gain the skills and confidence to run a hardscape company. please calls us TODAY for a FREE Estimate .(847)417-4208 mobile phone for immediate response
"From the very beginning they did not show up as promised. They did show up the next day after I contacted them. I"
Patricia M on August 2020
We are a family owned business & operated. We have been proudly serving the Lake and Cook County North shore since 1995. We have built and kept a reputation of great service and dedication. We started as a landscaping company that would gain the skills and confidence to run a hardscape company. please calls us TODAY for a FREE Estimate .(847)417-4208 mobile phone for immediate response
"From the very beginning they did not show up as promised. They did show up the next day after I contacted them. I"
Patricia M on August 2020
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.