25 years experience in Landscaping family owned biz JVR Landscaping jvrlandscapinginc.com FB: Se Habla Espanol
"They redid the pavers on our patio that had sunk. Water was getting into the basement. They pulled them all up and re did the whole patio. It looks beautiful. They even did some low spots in our walk. They were fantastic. They also gave the best quote. Absolutely would recommend them."
Julie D on September 2021
25 years experience in Landscaping family owned biz JVR Landscaping jvrlandscapinginc.com FB: Se Habla Espanol
"They redid the pavers on our patio that had sunk. Water was getting into the basement. They pulled them all up and re did the whole patio. It looks beautiful. They even did some low spots in our walk. They were fantastic. They also gave the best quote. Absolutely would recommend them."
Julie D on September 2021
Great Lakes Landscape Plus Inc. is a family owned business located in Monroe, covering surrounding cities. With the better part of a decade of industry experience, you can trust us to deliver top tier quality. Put your trust in us that your project will be done right the first time, every time. "We'll hop to your project!" Call today to set an appointment, we look forward to working with you.
"We hired Great Lakes Landscape Plus to add top soil and raise the grade of our front yard, raise and expand our flower beds, plant a dozen or more perennials, install decorative stone retainers, and much, much more. We liked their dedication and work ethic and decided to hire them for “Phase 2” which involved creating a new flower bed, adding an additional retaining wall, more plants, and of course a lot of mulch. Overall, we found them to be reasonably priced, diligent, friendly, hard working, and they communicated very well with us with special attention to ensuring we were happy with the plant choices and placement. As finances permit we intent to enlist them for “Phase 3” in the future. I highly recommend them for your all your landscaping needs."
John G on June 2022
Great Lakes Landscape Plus Inc. is a family owned business located in Monroe, covering surrounding cities. With the better part of a decade of industry experience, you can trust us to deliver top tier quality. Put your trust in us that your project will be done right the first time, every time. "We'll hop to your project!" Call today to set an appointment, we look forward to working with you.
"We hired Great Lakes Landscape Plus to add top soil and raise the grade of our front yard, raise and expand our flower beds, plant a dozen or more perennials, install decorative stone retainers, and much, much more. We liked their dedication and work ethic and decided to hire them for “Phase 2” which involved creating a new flower bed, adding an additional retaining wall, more plants, and of course a lot of mulch. Overall, we found them to be reasonably priced, diligent, friendly, hard working, and they communicated very well with us with special attention to ensuring we were happy with the plant choices and placement. As finances permit we intent to enlist them for “Phase 3” in the future. I highly recommend them for your all your landscaping needs."
John G on June 2022
5 Star Landscaping of Washtenaw County specializes in building unique and beautiful landscapes for our customers. We have a reputation in the community for being easy to work with, competitively priced and exceeding customer expectations. Our passion in building landscapes is fueled by our customers reactions when they see the final results. Our favorite part of our job, is seeing how excited people are when they get to see their new landscape and then enjoy it in a whole new way. We work closely with all our customers to install their ideas and make them come to life, while also making sure we are being as cost effective as possible. This ensures maximum value to our customers on each project.
"The company came out promptly for the estimate and were able to schedule my wook pretty quickly."
Joannie P on June 2021
5 Star Landscaping of Washtenaw County specializes in building unique and beautiful landscapes for our customers. We have a reputation in the community for being easy to work with, competitively priced and exceeding customer expectations. Our passion in building landscapes is fueled by our customers reactions when they see the final results. Our favorite part of our job, is seeing how excited people are when they get to see their new landscape and then enjoy it in a whole new way. We work closely with all our customers to install their ideas and make them come to life, while also making sure we are being as cost effective as possible. This ensures maximum value to our customers on each project.
"The company came out promptly for the estimate and were able to schedule my wook pretty quickly."
Joannie P on June 2021
DownRiver Seasonal Services 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.
"Did a great job. He was prompt. Great experience. Great job with clean up. I am very happy with the project."
Rebecca H on April 2025
DownRiver Seasonal Services 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.
"Did a great job. He was prompt. Great experience. Great job with clean up. I am very happy with the project."
Rebecca H on April 2025
Dave's Improvements is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with.
"Hired D&C contracting to remove and repour my concrete around my building . Couldn?t ask for a better contractor , great communication and very respectful , very happy with the service "
Christian r on April 2025
Dave's Improvements is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with.
"Hired D&C contracting to remove and repour my concrete around my building . Couldn?t ask for a better contractor , great communication and very respectful , very happy with the service "
Christian r on April 2025
Let Brooks Landscaping turn landscaping dreams into reality. We specialize in landscaping renovations, landscape design, and brick paving, we can create a unique outdoor environment that will compliment your decor and lifestyle.
"Fantastic experience!! Brooks did an amazing job with our paver repair project. Highly recommended!"
Matt O on September 2024
Let Brooks Landscaping turn landscaping dreams into reality. We specialize in landscaping renovations, landscape design, and brick paving, we can create a unique outdoor environment that will compliment your decor and lifestyle.
"Fantastic experience!! Brooks did an amazing job with our paver repair project. Highly recommended!"
Matt O on September 2024
A-1 Concrete Leveling Southeast Michigan is your go-to solution for all your concrete leveling and mudjacking needs in Detroit. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch services that are backed by warranties. Contact us today for a reliable and professional solution to your concrete problems!
"Did an excellent job. Everyone I came into contact with was friendly and professional."
Rhonda M on November 2024
A-1 Concrete Leveling Southeast Michigan is your go-to solution for all your concrete leveling and mudjacking needs in Detroit. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch services that are backed by warranties. Contact us today for a reliable and professional solution to your concrete problems!
"Did an excellent job. Everyone I came into contact with was friendly and professional."
Rhonda M on November 2024
Founded in 2004, Moccia Lawn and Landscaping, Inc., has become one of Souteastern Michigan's premier custom design and build landscape firms. Our firm specializes in completely custom-tailored landscape design-and-build services --from concept to creation. Additionally, we offer individually-tailored complete property maintenance solutions to our commercial and industrial clients. Our firm provides a complete custom design experience from concept to creation for outdoor living areas, outdoor kitchens, landscapes, waterscapes, and hardscapes. Moccia Lawn and Landscaping Inc. offers entirely customized landscape design and installation, debris removal services, and complete property maintenance for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Call today for a free estimate or design consultation a
"Front of house. Beautiful job. Courteous workers. On time. Very professional"
Heidi C on October 2024
Founded in 2004, Moccia Lawn and Landscaping, Inc., has become one of Souteastern Michigan's premier custom design and build landscape firms. Our firm specializes in completely custom-tailored landscape design-and-build services --from concept to creation. Additionally, we offer individually-tailored complete property maintenance solutions to our commercial and industrial clients. Our firm provides a complete custom design experience from concept to creation for outdoor living areas, outdoor kitchens, landscapes, waterscapes, and hardscapes. Moccia Lawn and Landscaping Inc. offers entirely customized landscape design and installation, debris removal services, and complete property maintenance for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Call today for a free estimate or design consultation a
"Front of house. Beautiful job. Courteous workers. On time. Very professional"
Heidi C on October 2024
Vic's Landscaping offers landscaping services in Taylor, MI, specializing in landscaping works, brick paving, and lawn services. We serve in Taylor, MI, Southgate MI; Trenton MI; Lincoln Park MI; Woodhaven MI; Wyandotte MI; and the surrounding areas. Landscaping Contractor, Hardscape Contractor, Reliable Landscaping, Complete Outdoor Landscaping, Driveway Brick Pavers Complete Landscaping For more information visit our website: https://landscapertaylormi.com/
"Amazing. They did such a great job that I already hired them for the spring."
Bethany Y on October 2024
Vic's Landscaping offers landscaping services in Taylor, MI, specializing in landscaping works, brick paving, and lawn services. We serve in Taylor, MI, Southgate MI; Trenton MI; Lincoln Park MI; Woodhaven MI; Wyandotte MI; and the surrounding areas. Landscaping Contractor, Hardscape Contractor, Reliable Landscaping, Complete Outdoor Landscaping, Driveway Brick Pavers Complete Landscaping For more information visit our website: https://landscapertaylormi.com/
"Amazing. They did such a great job that I already hired them for the spring."
Bethany Y on October 2024
We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.
"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."
Willard Z on November 2024
We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.
"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."
Willard Z on November 2024
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.