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
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
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
G Rax Masonry Corporation 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.
"Herbert and his team did an excellent job. Work as professionally done, cost was great, half of other estimates. Herbert is very pleasant to work with and has a kind disposition. He did not overcharge like some contractors. He only charged what the agreed upon price was. I highly recommend him for anyone who would like to have a similar project done. I am very pleased with the job he did "
HOPE C on May 2025
G Rax Masonry Corporation 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.
"Herbert and his team did an excellent job. Work as professionally done, cost was great, half of other estimates. Herbert is very pleasant to work with and has a kind disposition. He did not overcharge like some contractors. He only charged what the agreed upon price was. I highly recommend him for anyone who would like to have a similar project done. I am very pleased with the job he did "
HOPE C on May 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 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 locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of masonry,roofing and chimney projects and our services are customizable to each individual projects. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Angel and I are working through the challenges that remain ahead. Several parts of the job need follow-up. Overall, the crew was friendly, punctual and polite. The crew assisted in modifying my original design to suit the aesthetics. I expect each remaining item to be addressed this Friday/Saturday."
Carl P on July 2024
We are locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of masonry,roofing and chimney projects and our services are customizable to each individual projects. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Angel and I are working through the challenges that remain ahead. Several parts of the job need follow-up. Overall, the crew was friendly, punctual and polite. The crew assisted in modifying my original design to suit the aesthetics. I expect each remaining item to be addressed this Friday/Saturday."
Carl P on July 2024
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.
"Henry Construction did a exceptionally nice job on our sidewalk & driveway. Henry was very easy to work with & had good suggestions that added to a great outcome .. Henry did exactly as promised in a timely manner at a fair price .. Definitely would hire Henry Construction again !!! "
Alan F on May 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.
"Henry Construction did a exceptionally nice job on our sidewalk & driveway. Henry was very easy to work with & had good suggestions that added to a great outcome .. Henry did exactly as promised in a timely manner at a fair price .. Definitely would hire Henry Construction again !!! "
Alan F on May 2025
We bring collectively over 30 years of landscape maintenance, plant installation and snow removal expertise, to the operation. Your preferences and priorities, are always our first consideration. We are timely with our work and always pay attention to detail. Here, at Black Pines Landscaping, we pride ourselves on our reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Ken and his workers were very attentive to detail . The workmanship was spot on. The project was completed right on time. His pricing was very competive. I would rehire him in a heart beat."
Anthony S on September 2024
We bring collectively over 30 years of landscape maintenance, plant installation and snow removal expertise, to the operation. Your preferences and priorities, are always our first consideration. We are timely with our work and always pay attention to detail. Here, at Black Pines Landscaping, we pride ourselves on our reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Ken and his workers were very attentive to detail . The workmanship was spot on. The project was completed right on time. His pricing was very competive. I would rehire him in a heart beat."
Anthony S on September 2024
With over 10 years' experience in the lawn care industry, we are your one stop shop for all landscaping needs. We handle everything from new installations to lawn maintenance and treatment. Please give Greene Valley Property Maintenance, a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Fast and reasonably priced"
Vincent W on May 2023
With over 10 years' experience in the lawn care industry, we are your one stop shop for all landscaping needs. We handle everything from new installations to lawn maintenance and treatment. Please give Greene Valley Property Maintenance, a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Fast and reasonably priced"
Vincent W on May 2023
Guaman Inc is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
Guaman Inc is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
MFS Masonry was started in 1997 by owner Mike Sheehan who saw masonry as an art form from the beginning. After 16 years of working for other concrete brick and stone contractors he is out on his own.
"They did a great job fixing my Chimney that needed a lot of help. Price was very fair and well worth it. Definitely will recommend. The crew was very professional and thorough. Thanks again"
Dion S on September 2024
MFS Masonry was started in 1997 by owner Mike Sheehan who saw masonry as an art form from the beginning. After 16 years of working for other concrete brick and stone contractors he is out on his own.
"They did a great job fixing my Chimney that needed a lot of help. Price was very fair and well worth it. Definitely will recommend. The crew was very professional and thorough. Thanks again"
Dion S on September 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.