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Avatar for Powerhouse Concrete, LLC
Powerhouse Concrete, LLC
2184 Ozone St
4.94(
62
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Powerhouse Concrete, LLC
2184 Ozone St
4.94(
62
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 local quotes requested

Powerhouse Concrete is an Angi Award Winning, proud Veteran-owned small business with more than 25 years of experience specializing in Foundation Slabs, Driveways, Patios, Decorative Concrete, Paver Installation, Parking Lots, Garages, Lot Grading, French Drains and much more.

"Great service great work "

Harold L on May 2025

Powerhouse Concrete is an Angi Award Winning, proud Veteran-owned small business with more than 25 years of experience specializing in Foundation Slabs, Driveways, Patios, Decorative Concrete, Paver Installation, Parking Lots, Garages, Lot Grading, French Drains and much more.

"Great service great work "

Harold L on May 2025


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Hurricane Fence Company, Inc.
651 B David Drive
4.21(
65
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Hurricane Fence Company, Inc.
651 B David Drive
4.21(
65
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
65 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Hurricane Fence Company specializes in fences, decks and outdoor great rooms. Serving the area since 1960, we know that high quality work and customer satisfaction are what have made us successful.

"I found them to be professional, knowledgeable and understanding of what I needed done. They made and EXPLAINED recommendations that made sense and in retrospect were the right things to do. Would hire them again if needed!"

Shelby G on January 2024

Hurricane Fence Company specializes in fences, decks and outdoor great rooms. Serving the area since 1960, we know that high quality work and customer satisfaction are what have made us successful.

"I found them to be professional, knowledgeable and understanding of what I needed done. They made and EXPLAINED recommendations that made sense and in retrospect were the right things to do. Would hire them again if needed!"

Shelby G on January 2024


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Southern City Farm, LLC
360 Delacroix Road
4.83(
6
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Southern City Farm, LLC
360 Delacroix Road
4.83(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
94 local quotes requested

Southern City Farm is a family operation with over 10 years experience that focuses on sustainable, creative landscape design and installation. We use locally sourced plants to create lush, beautiful, and low-maintenance landscapes. Do you have a neglected corner of your yard that you know has potential but you just don't know where to start? Let us help you make that corner something you love to look at! We will work within your budget to bring your vision to life. Southern City Farm LLC is a locally owned and family operated business with over 10 years experience. We specialize in all facets of landscaping, starting with design. We take an enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of our projects. We're known for our fast and quality work ethic as well as honesty, integrity, transparency, and fair pricing. We look forward to working with you!

"Our patio was repaired and flowers were added. Everything looks great. The designs d implementation was done professionally and we’re very pleased."

Jeanetta B on November 2022

Southern City Farm is a family operation with over 10 years experience that focuses on sustainable, creative landscape design and installation. We use locally sourced plants to create lush, beautiful, and low-maintenance landscapes. Do you have a neglected corner of your yard that you know has potential but you just don't know where to start? Let us help you make that corner something you love to look at! We will work within your budget to bring your vision to life. Southern City Farm LLC is a locally owned and family operated business with over 10 years experience. We specialize in all facets of landscaping, starting with design. We take an enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of our projects. We're known for our fast and quality work ethic as well as honesty, integrity, transparency, and fair pricing. We look forward to working with you!

"Our patio was repaired and flowers were added. Everything looks great. The designs d implementation was done professionally and we’re very pleased."

Jeanetta B on November 2022


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Accent Lawn Service
421 Ozone Park Rd
3.67(
3
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Accent Lawn Service
421 Ozone Park Rd
3.67(
3
)
Approved Pro
289 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Accent Lawn Care Services, based in the Greater New Orleans area, is your go-to solution for all your lawn care needs. We are fully licensed and insured. Contact us today for a beautiful and well-maintained lawn.

"Texted them several times, after they responded to my initial submission, with no response. So resubmitted the project to Angi and they responded again. They did send someone out to check out my retaining wall project. The person followed me around while listening to my explanation of the project. He took no measurements, asked no questions but said he would be in contact. Nothing but crickets!!!!"

Guy M on August 2023

Accent Lawn Care Services, based in the Greater New Orleans area, is your go-to solution for all your lawn care needs. We are fully licensed and insured. Contact us today for a beautiful and well-maintained lawn.

"Texted them several times, after they responded to my initial submission, with no response. So resubmitted the project to Angi and they responded again. They did send someone out to check out my retaining wall project. The person followed me around while listening to my explanation of the project. He took no measurements, asked no questions but said he would be in contact. Nothing but crickets!!!!"

Guy M on August 2023


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Powerhouse Concrete, LLC
3433 Highway 190 PMB 367
4.84(
31
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Approved Pro
Powerhouse Concrete, LLC
3433 Highway 190 PMB 367
4.84(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
169 local quotes requested

Ernesto Romero, owner and Chief Executive Officer of Powerhouse Concrete, is a New Orleans native and has more than 25 years of experience in construction, specializing in the concrete industry (Foundation slabs; Parking Lots; Driveways; Patios; Stamped Concrete; Paver Installation; Dirt Spreading, and Demolition). Ernesto, proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He then began his career in the construction industry by joining his family business at Romero Brothers Construction, starting out as a general laborer and working his way up to Project Foreman. With knowledge of all aspects of the construction business, he decided it was time to open his own company, Powerhouse Concrete. Powerhouse concrete is a proud veteran-owned and highly respected residential and commercial construction company, established in 2011. Powerhouse Concrete has safely executed more than 10,000 projects and poured millions of square feet of concrete.

"Very professional and need with their job. Also concerned that the client is pleased."

Anona C on June 2025

Ernesto Romero, owner and Chief Executive Officer of Powerhouse Concrete, is a New Orleans native and has more than 25 years of experience in construction, specializing in the concrete industry (Foundation slabs; Parking Lots; Driveways; Patios; Stamped Concrete; Paver Installation; Dirt Spreading, and Demolition). Ernesto, proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He then began his career in the construction industry by joining his family business at Romero Brothers Construction, starting out as a general laborer and working his way up to Project Foreman. With knowledge of all aspects of the construction business, he decided it was time to open his own company, Powerhouse Concrete. Powerhouse concrete is a proud veteran-owned and highly respected residential and commercial construction company, established in 2011. Powerhouse Concrete has safely executed more than 10,000 projects and poured millions of square feet of concrete.

"Very professional and need with their job. Also concerned that the client is pleased."

Anona C on June 2025


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Clay A Behrnes Masonry LLC
40524 Fox Run Dr
5.00(
6
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Clay A Behrnes Masonry LLC
40524 Fox Run Dr
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

We've been family owned and operated since 1952. Our commitment is provide quality work and our moto is provide same quality of work we would do for our own personal homes. All types masonry, fireplaces, brick, blocks, stone, sidewalks, planters, and veneer. We specialize in an outdoor kitchens, hardscaping, patios, and sidewalks. I have over 40 years Experience call today for a free estimate!

"Fantastic. He is a master brick craftsman and professional from start to finish of the project. He did a large backyard patio of recycled brick and some stone tile for us a year ago. A year later – we love it."

SHURNA D on November 2020

We've been family owned and operated since 1952. Our commitment is provide quality work and our moto is provide same quality of work we would do for our own personal homes. All types masonry, fireplaces, brick, blocks, stone, sidewalks, planters, and veneer. We specialize in an outdoor kitchens, hardscaping, patios, and sidewalks. I have over 40 years Experience call today for a free estimate!

"Fantastic. He is a master brick craftsman and professional from start to finish of the project. He did a large backyard patio of recycled brick and some stone tile for us a year ago. A year later – we love it."

SHURNA D on November 2020


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Drew Concrete Works LLC
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Drew Concrete Works LLC
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
384 local quotes requested

Concrete contractor Serving LOUISIANA since 2008 servicing East Baton Rouge Parish, Livingston, Parrish Tangipahoa Parish Ascension Parish in the surrounding areas. We specialize in concrete driveway renovation, Foundations, concrete parking lot shop, slabs removal of concrete, sidewalks, patios, culvert, installation, sand and gravel delivery for all your concrete needs.

"Jason and his crew did an awesome job in repair of my driveway! They were all very professional, courteous, hard working and knowledgeable in their jobs. If you’re looking for professionals who take much pride in their work, very neat, very honest, and pleasant to work with, Jason Drew Concrete is your company to call. I can promise that you will be satisfied , and you won’t regret it!!! I’d give them 10* instead of 5. Before you make your decision about concrete work- give them a call. You’ll know you’ve made the right choice just by the first conversation. I will definitely use them in the future, and refer all my friends/ family. Such a good feeling to find good, honest companies in today’s world. Thank you Jason and your crew!"

Byron V on May 2024

Concrete contractor Serving LOUISIANA since 2008 servicing East Baton Rouge Parish, Livingston, Parrish Tangipahoa Parish Ascension Parish in the surrounding areas. We specialize in concrete driveway renovation, Foundations, concrete parking lot shop, slabs removal of concrete, sidewalks, patios, culvert, installation, sand and gravel delivery for all your concrete needs.

"Jason and his crew did an awesome job in repair of my driveway! They were all very professional, courteous, hard working and knowledgeable in their jobs. If you’re looking for professionals who take much pride in their work, very neat, very honest, and pleasant to work with, Jason Drew Concrete is your company to call. I can promise that you will be satisfied , and you won’t regret it!!! I’d give them 10* instead of 5. Before you make your decision about concrete work- give them a call. You’ll know you’ve made the right choice just by the first conversation. I will definitely use them in the future, and refer all my friends/ family. Such a good feeling to find good, honest companies in today’s world. Thank you Jason and your crew!"

Byron V on May 2024


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Rells Trucking and Bobcat Services LLC
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Rells Trucking and Bobcat Services LLC
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
259 local quotes requested

Over 12 years of experience. Hauling, site clearing, Concrete - Pouring & Repair, Concrete - Stamped & Decorative, Driveways - Concrete, Site Clearing and preparation, Demolition, Deliver sand, rock, dirt, asphalt.

"Fast response work completed on time"

Dayle S on June 2025

Over 12 years of experience. Hauling, site clearing, Concrete - Pouring & Repair, Concrete - Stamped & Decorative, Driveways - Concrete, Site Clearing and preparation, Demolition, Deliver sand, rock, dirt, asphalt.

"Fast response work completed on time"

Dayle S on June 2025


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Romero Brother's Construction
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Romero Brother's Construction
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
354 local quotes requested

We are a family based business with 30 plus years of experience in new construction and residential construction.

"Very professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and helpful with planning. Lowest price and great quality."

Dexter I on November 2024

We are a family based business with 30 plus years of experience in new construction and residential construction.

"Very professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and helpful with planning. Lowest price and great quality."

Dexter I on November 2024


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Moores Construction LLC
5108 Saint Ferdinand Drive
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Moores Construction LLC
5108 Saint Ferdinand Drive
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
247 local quotes requested

We offer concrete pouring installation for driveways, slabs, sidewalks etc and stamped/decorative services.

"Extended my walkway and widened my driveway. Excellent work delivered on time and as promised. Already referred my neighbors to them."

John B on June 2025

We offer concrete pouring installation for driveways, slabs, sidewalks etc and stamped/decorative services.

"Extended my walkway and widened my driveway. Excellent work delivered on time and as promised. Already referred my neighbors to them."

John B on June 2025

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in New Orleans, LA

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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