Were 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.
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Mike . on March 2021
Were 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.
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Mike . on March 2021
We pride our company on 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Amazing work. Takes pride in his work. Professional and dependable. "
Maria F on June 2025
We pride our company on 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Amazing work. Takes pride in his work. Professional and dependable. "
Maria F on June 2025
B to Z Restoration is committed to excellence 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 5 years of experience serving Holbrook, 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!
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Mike H on April 2020
B to Z Restoration is committed to excellence 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 5 years of experience serving Holbrook, 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!
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Mike H on April 2020
Stein Masonry Construction provides high-quality construction and Hardscaping services to commercial and residential clients. Our experienced team specializes in a variety of services for your outdoor living. We are dedicated to exceeding our client’s expectations with personalized services from the estimate to the completion of the work. Serving Norfolk, Middlesex, Bristol and Plymouth County of Boston.
"Experienced, professional, great value. I definitely recommend"
Adam W on July 2023
Stein Masonry Construction provides high-quality construction and Hardscaping services to commercial and residential clients. Our experienced team specializes in a variety of services for your outdoor living. We are dedicated to exceeding our client’s expectations with personalized services from the estimate to the completion of the work. Serving Norfolk, Middlesex, Bristol and Plymouth County of Boston.
"Experienced, professional, great value. I definitely recommend"
Adam W on July 2023
With over 10 years in landscaping and lawn maintenance, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat yours as we would our own. Give MSL Landscaping a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Knowledgeable team; kept me up to date on project tatus - prompt and proactive communication; work was completed efficiently, and produced the results I sought. Would easily hire again for additional projects!"
Josh B on October 2023
With over 10 years in landscaping and lawn maintenance, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat yours as we would our own. Give MSL Landscaping a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Knowledgeable team; kept me up to date on project tatus - prompt and proactive communication; work was completed efficiently, and produced the results I sought. Would easily hire again for additional projects!"
Josh B on October 2023
A. Pyburn & Sons Inc. is a family owned and operated business based in Rowley, MA. Since 1954 we have been committed to providing the best in personal, reliable, experienced service. We are able to offer a diverse line of services covering many of today’s earthwork and paving needs. We believe that doing the simple things well, leads to doing the difficult things better. Offering personal service with real solutions, we are there to work towards your goals with proven experience.
"Hired Luke Pyburn of Arthur Pyburn & Sons to tie into Amesbury city sewer and water service as well as rough cut a driveway entrance. Luke was always easy to communicate with, gave me a plan which his team (Luke, Josh, and Sean) executed on schedule and did a high quality job with attention to detail. Everyone worked hard and well together despite the 90+ degree hot weather. Final cleanup and temporary patching of street pavement and sidewalk was on point too. Highly recommend Luke, Josh, and Sean of Arthur Pyburn & Sons!"
Gary H on July 2022
A. Pyburn & Sons Inc. is a family owned and operated business based in Rowley, MA. Since 1954 we have been committed to providing the best in personal, reliable, experienced service. We are able to offer a diverse line of services covering many of today’s earthwork and paving needs. We believe that doing the simple things well, leads to doing the difficult things better. Offering personal service with real solutions, we are there to work towards your goals with proven experience.
"Hired Luke Pyburn of Arthur Pyburn & Sons to tie into Amesbury city sewer and water service as well as rough cut a driveway entrance. Luke was always easy to communicate with, gave me a plan which his team (Luke, Josh, and Sean) executed on schedule and did a high quality job with attention to detail. Everyone worked hard and well together despite the 90+ degree hot weather. Final cleanup and temporary patching of street pavement and sidewalk was on point too. Highly recommend Luke, Josh, and Sean of Arthur Pyburn & Sons!"
Gary H on July 2022
Lopez Construction & More, Inc., is a full service home improvement company with over 5 years of experience. We are honest, loyal and provide the best customer satisfaction in town. We pay very close attention to detail and owner, Alvaro, is always on site to ensure quality work. We accept cash and checks only! Call us today for a free estimate!
"I hired this company to repoint our fireplace in a few places where the mortar was falling apart. They worked quickly and neatly, and weâ re satisfied with the work. We would recommend them to others!"
Zeba W on June 2023
Lopez Construction & More, Inc., is a full service home improvement company with over 5 years of experience. We are honest, loyal and provide the best customer satisfaction in town. We pay very close attention to detail and owner, Alvaro, is always on site to ensure quality work. We accept cash and checks only! Call us today for a free estimate!
"I hired this company to repoint our fireplace in a few places where the mortar was falling apart. They worked quickly and neatly, and weâ re satisfied with the work. We would recommend them to others!"
Zeba W on June 2023
Otoniel Landscaping And Masonry is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have 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. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Great job and very easy to work with. Honest and showed up on time."
Mark G on May 2025
Otoniel Landscaping And Masonry is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have 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. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Great job and very easy to work with. Honest and showed up on time."
Mark G on May 2025
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.
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.
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in Masonry installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, stonewalls, steps, and a variety of other brick and stone projects. With over 10 years of industry experience, we take an 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! Please visit our web site at www.RGMasonry2018.com and our FB page at www.facebook.com/RGMasonry2018
"Ramon and crew did a fantastic job on our extensive granite steps and paver walkway and entrance. Also did a super job on beautiful stone veneer exterior project. They were diligent and hard working. Easy to work with. He also had some great suggestions that we hadn’t thought of that really added to the curb appeal."
Hank W on September 2020
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in Masonry installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, stonewalls, steps, and a variety of other brick and stone projects. With over 10 years of industry experience, we take an 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! Please visit our web site at www.RGMasonry2018.com and our FB page at www.facebook.com/RGMasonry2018
"Ramon and crew did a fantastic job on our extensive granite steps and paver walkway and entrance. Also did a super job on beautiful stone veneer exterior project. They were diligent and hard working. Easy to work with. He also had some great suggestions that we hadn’t thought of that really added to the curb appeal."
Hank W on September 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.