Cuenca Concrete Designs Inc is proud to serve Massachusetts concrete needs! Owner and operator Edgar has over 20 years of experience in the industry. They're excited to take on new clients immediately. Call today for a free estimate on your next project!
"This is a great company to work with. They're professionals and they know what they're doing. they are hard workers and did a beatiful job. I would definitely higher them again no question."
Therese C on September 2024
Cuenca Concrete Designs Inc is proud to serve Massachusetts concrete needs! Owner and operator Edgar has over 20 years of experience in the industry. They're excited to take on new clients immediately. Call today for a free estimate on your next project!
"This is a great company to work with. They're professionals and they know what they're doing. they are hard workers and did a beatiful job. I would definitely higher them again no question."
Therese C on September 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality services. You will find us to be competitively priced with 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!
"Fantastic!"
Wells B on January 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality services. You will find us to be competitively priced with 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!
"Fantastic!"
Wells B on January 2024
Martin Landscaping and Construction 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.
"Excellent work. They were very professional and easy to work with. They repointed my chimney and exterior foundation. They did a beautiful job and cleaned everything up afterwards so you couldn’t tell they were there unless you saw what the chimney and foundation looked like before. They did it all in one day and had the absolute best pricing by a wide margin versus the other 5 contractors we got estimates from. We will be having them come back to repoint the foundation inside of our basement soon."
Kevin S D on May 2024
Martin Landscaping and Construction 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.
"Excellent work. They were very professional and easy to work with. They repointed my chimney and exterior foundation. They did a beautiful job and cleaned everything up afterwards so you couldn’t tell they were there unless you saw what the chimney and foundation looked like before. They did it all in one day and had the absolute best pricing by a wide margin versus the other 5 contractors we got estimates from. We will be having them come back to repoint the foundation inside of our basement soon."
Kevin S D on May 2024
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.
"Excellent rapid response. Major repairs to a crumbling stone wall. The crew arrived and the job was completed in a very short time. Knowledgeable crew. Highly recommend them for any masonry work"
Daphne G on November 2024
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.
"Excellent rapid response. Major repairs to a crumbling stone wall. The crew arrived and the job was completed in a very short time. Knowledgeable crew. Highly recommend them for any masonry work"
Daphne G on November 2024
New England Pave Works offers a diverse range of services tailored to elevate your outdoor spaces. Our expertise spans hardscape and landscape construction, encompassing paving, drainage systems, small excavation, asphalt sealcoating, landscape design-build, outdoor living construction, and concrete cutting and installation. Whether it's crafting durable driveways, enhancing curb appeal with innovative garden designs, or creating functional outdoor living spaces, we're committed to precision and excellence in every project. With our customer-centric approach, expect clear communication, fair pricing, and personalized service. Elevate your outdoor experience with New England Pave Works - where expertise meets creativity. M-F: 9am - 5pm
"Jim and Zac went over the top to correct my driveway. Deteriorating asphalt was pushing my recently built stone walls surrounding driveway away. They re-set the stones and used mortar to secure them. They went out of their way to secure joint between driveway and wall. Being in quality control most of my working life it was refreshing to see the workmanship. The cost was more than fair. Integrity is refreshing. Barry Ryan"
Barry R on June 2024
New England Pave Works offers a diverse range of services tailored to elevate your outdoor spaces. Our expertise spans hardscape and landscape construction, encompassing paving, drainage systems, small excavation, asphalt sealcoating, landscape design-build, outdoor living construction, and concrete cutting and installation. Whether it's crafting durable driveways, enhancing curb appeal with innovative garden designs, or creating functional outdoor living spaces, we're committed to precision and excellence in every project. With our customer-centric approach, expect clear communication, fair pricing, and personalized service. Elevate your outdoor experience with New England Pave Works - where expertise meets creativity. M-F: 9am - 5pm
"Jim and Zac went over the top to correct my driveway. Deteriorating asphalt was pushing my recently built stone walls surrounding driveway away. They re-set the stones and used mortar to secure them. They went out of their way to secure joint between driveway and wall. Being in quality control most of my working life it was refreshing to see the workmanship. The cost was more than fair. Integrity is refreshing. Barry Ryan"
Barry R on June 2024
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!
"Did a great job, very professional, would hire again"
Gerald C on March 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!
"Did a great job, very professional, would hire again"
Gerald C on March 2025
Here at Adam's Complete Landscaping, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
"phenomenal job I can't say enough good things, fast and efficient took them 1 day to complete a project I've been trying to get done for 1 year!"
Norman L on April 2025
Here at Adam's Complete Landscaping, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
"phenomenal job I can't say enough good things, fast and efficient took them 1 day to complete a project I've been trying to get done for 1 year!"
Norman L on April 2025
Alexander's 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.
"We hired Alexander’s to remove a basketball hoop, including breaking up the concrete within the ground. Super professional he did much more work than the original plan. Any kept the price the same. Would definitely hire again."
Michael H on May 2025
Alexander's 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.
"We hired Alexander’s to remove a basketball hoop, including breaking up the concrete within the ground. Super professional he did much more work than the original plan. Any kept the price the same. Would definitely hire again."
Michael H on May 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at StrongBack Systems strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Over ten years experience
"I had a very positive experience working with StrongBack Systems on a retaining wall project. Greg and his team were prompt, professional, courteous, and far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this company to anyone that is in need of a similar project."
Matthew F on May 2020
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at StrongBack Systems strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Over ten years experience
"I had a very positive experience working with StrongBack Systems on a retaining wall project. Greg and his team were prompt, professional, courteous, and far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this company to anyone that is in need of a similar project."
Matthew F on May 2020
We're a well established business with over 30 years of unmatched expertise. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We're very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail. Earthscape and Lawn has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Earthscape and Lawn today, and we'll be there in your time of need.
"Gerry and Austin did an impressive job. Gerry is very creative so our patio turned out way more interesting and beautiful than we could have imagined. They also worked very hard and completed everything very quickly. Only drawback (and was not a showstopper) was that they do not handle irrigation so we will need someone else to repair/reconfigure our sprinkler system."
Paulo P on October 2024
We're a well established business with over 30 years of unmatched expertise. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We're very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail. Earthscape and Lawn has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Earthscape and Lawn today, and we'll be there in your time of need.
"Gerry and Austin did an impressive job. Gerry is very creative so our patio turned out way more interesting and beautiful than we could have imagined. They also worked very hard and completed everything very quickly. Only drawback (and was not a showstopper) was that they do not handle irrigation so we will need someone else to repair/reconfigure our sprinkler system."
Paulo P on October 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.