Salam General Labor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"These guys worked fast and did a great job with my lawn."
Merritt R on May 2022
Salam General Labor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"These guys worked fast and did a great job with my lawn."
Merritt R on May 2022
With over 20 years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business project.We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Please give us a call today!
"We had a concrete patio removed - Eli was prompt and fair from beginning to end. Would definitely recommend!"
Rebecca D on March 2022
With over 20 years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business project.We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Please give us a call today!
"We had a concrete patio removed - Eli was prompt and fair from beginning to end. Would definitely recommend!"
Rebecca D on March 2022
At Sta-Built Construction, our primary objective is to tailor your outdoor environment to align with your unique vision. Our ethos, "Vision Built, Reality Created," underscores our commitment to transforming your conceptual ideas into tangible realities. Engaging with Sta-Built ensures a seamless experience: Comprehensive Free Estimate: We provide a meticulous assessment, ensuring that our design proposals resonate with your preferences and the potential enhancements available. Flexible Financing Options: Recognizing the diverse financial needs of our clientele, we have many easy financing options. 15-year Workmanship Warranty: Our confidence in our craftsmanship is evident in our robust 15-year Workmanship Warranty, safeguarding your investment. We invite you to initiate your project journey with Sta-Built Construction. Contact us today at 360-338-0533 to know more.
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Dann K on November 2024
At Sta-Built Construction, our primary objective is to tailor your outdoor environment to align with your unique vision. Our ethos, "Vision Built, Reality Created," underscores our commitment to transforming your conceptual ideas into tangible realities. Engaging with Sta-Built ensures a seamless experience: Comprehensive Free Estimate: We provide a meticulous assessment, ensuring that our design proposals resonate with your preferences and the potential enhancements available. Flexible Financing Options: Recognizing the diverse financial needs of our clientele, we have many easy financing options. 15-year Workmanship Warranty: Our confidence in our craftsmanship is evident in our robust 15-year Workmanship Warranty, safeguarding your investment. We invite you to initiate your project journey with Sta-Built Construction. Contact us today at 360-338-0533 to know more.
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Dann K on November 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Be careful. Ok work. They do not clean up after themselves, leaving trash on the grass, used things like a hose and did not clean and return. Got the job done but we had to pick up after them"
Barbara E on August 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Be careful. Ok work. They do not clean up after themselves, leaving trash on the grass, used things like a hose and did not clean and return. Got the job done but we had to pick up after them"
Barbara E on August 2024
NW Quality Construction & Hardscape 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.
"Jesus is very knowledgeable and dedicated to providing quality service. My project involved removal of sidewalks, removal of tree stumps and aggressive overgrown tree roots, removing additional trees, sidewalks and stumps, and removing and replacing of the driveway. I am satisfied with the work and the results."
Ghassem K on May 2025
NW Quality Construction & Hardscape 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.
"Jesus is very knowledgeable and dedicated to providing quality service. My project involved removal of sidewalks, removal of tree stumps and aggressive overgrown tree roots, removing additional trees, sidewalks and stumps, and removing and replacing of the driveway. I am satisfied with the work and the results."
Ghassem K on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.
"Came the time he said, worked hard all day. Cleaned up and took all materials away. Great job."
jody t on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.
"Came the time he said, worked hard all day. Cleaned up and took all materials away. Great job."
jody t on May 2025
E & S FOUR SEASONS LLC 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.
E & S FOUR SEASONS LLC 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.
Welcome to Patrick Masonry & Concrete. We are committed to providing the highest quality products and customer service in the industry, and we believe that our employees are among our most valued assets. Our culture is built upon a simple set of values which we are proud to share. We value every customer and are dedicated to understanding your needs. Give us a call today!
"Patrick was super responsive and communicated well. He did exactly what he said he would do and in the time frame we discussed. He was flawless! I couldn?t have asked for a better contractor and will use him again!"
Sharon R on November 2024
Welcome to Patrick Masonry & Concrete. We are committed to providing the highest quality products and customer service in the industry, and we believe that our employees are among our most valued assets. Our culture is built upon a simple set of values which we are proud to share. We value every customer and are dedicated to understanding your needs. Give us a call today!
"Patrick was super responsive and communicated well. He did exactly what he said he would do and in the time frame we discussed. He was flawless! I couldn?t have asked for a better contractor and will use him again!"
Sharon R on November 2024
North Creek Construction, LLC 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.
"NorthCrerk Construction-Dave-did a fabulous job on a fence i needed to deal w a problem neighbor and an easement. Dave went to the city unsolicited to get all the info he could on the easement prior to starting to avoid potential future problems. The fence is sturdy and strong and the gate is amazing. Dave also went above and beyond to fix the shoddy work from my last contrractor who put up a fence but only cemented every other post which I hadnt previously noticed. Due to current weather, North creek is still coming back to do the staining. I recommend Dave and NorthCreek construction 100%"
Karen M on May 2025
North Creek Construction, LLC 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.
"NorthCrerk Construction-Dave-did a fabulous job on a fence i needed to deal w a problem neighbor and an easement. Dave went to the city unsolicited to get all the info he could on the easement prior to starting to avoid potential future problems. The fence is sturdy and strong and the gate is amazing. Dave also went above and beyond to fix the shoddy work from my last contrractor who put up a fence but only cemented every other post which I hadnt previously noticed. Due to current weather, North creek is still coming back to do the staining. I recommend Dave and NorthCreek construction 100%"
Karen M on May 2025
We are a family owned, and operated construction company located in Forest Grove, Oregon! Servicing the Portland metro area! We specialize in all types of concrete, pavers, and outdoor living areas! Customer satisfaction is our priority. Making your vision become a reality!
"Excellent and would highly recommend. Jose is professional, quick to respond, and has a network of specialists. He provided us with options for addressing our needs, offered a fair quote, and completed the job in a timely manner. We have used Maximus construction for 3 jobs in the past year and have been impressed by the quality of work. It is a relief to finally have found a company that is dependable, reasonable, trustworthy, and guarantees their work!"
AR B on December 2024
We are a family owned, and operated construction company located in Forest Grove, Oregon! Servicing the Portland metro area! We specialize in all types of concrete, pavers, and outdoor living areas! Customer satisfaction is our priority. Making your vision become a reality!
"Excellent and would highly recommend. Jose is professional, quick to respond, and has a network of specialists. He provided us with options for addressing our needs, offered a fair quote, and completed the job in a timely manner. We have used Maximus construction for 3 jobs in the past year and have been impressed by the quality of work. It is a relief to finally have found a company that is dependable, reasonable, trustworthy, and guarantees their work!"
AR B on December 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.