Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, youll notice that were particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, youll notice that were particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
Design & Build Masonry LLC is a construction family owned business based in Waterbury, Connecticut. We provide quality, custom workmanship for your masonry needs. We are a team of fully insured, licensed, professional contractors dedicated to producing a top quality service that we stand behind. Join our growing family of satisfied customers who rely on our one of a kind talent in bringing masonry in life. We offer high quality exterior and interior services: Stucco, Patio, Stone, Brick, Block, Chimney, Tiles, Repairs, Pool, Driveways, Concrete, Pavers etc.
"They were professional, friendly, and completed the job as expected. I would hire them again."
Bob S on October 2023
Design & Build Masonry LLC is a construction family owned business based in Waterbury, Connecticut. We provide quality, custom workmanship for your masonry needs. We are a team of fully insured, licensed, professional contractors dedicated to producing a top quality service that we stand behind. Join our growing family of satisfied customers who rely on our one of a kind talent in bringing masonry in life. We offer high quality exterior and interior services: Stucco, Patio, Stone, Brick, Block, Chimney, Tiles, Repairs, Pool, Driveways, Concrete, Pavers etc.
"They were professional, friendly, and completed the job as expected. I would hire them again."
Bob S on October 2023
We are a small family owned business who specializes in construction like decks, interior remodeling, pavers, concrete, and also landscaping services and more. We have been in business for over 4 years with decades of experience. We are licensed, insured, and BBB accredited. Call or click for your quote today!
"Great! Super thorough, knowledgeable, time and cost effective. Will be hiring again in spring!"
Joshua L on September 2024
We are a small family owned business who specializes in construction like decks, interior remodeling, pavers, concrete, and also landscaping services and more. We have been in business for over 4 years with decades of experience. We are licensed, insured, and BBB accredited. Call or click for your quote today!
"Great! Super thorough, knowledgeable, time and cost effective. Will be hiring again in spring!"
Joshua L on September 2024
in business 8 years father son company we do it right the first time
in business 8 years father son company we do it right the first time
LBP Construction LLC specializes but is not limited to retaining walls, stone walls, patios, decks, excavation, concrete work, driveways, sidewalks/walkways, pool/spa renovations, pool installations, pool liner replacement, drainage issues and fencing.
LBP Construction LLC specializes but is not limited to retaining walls, stone walls, patios, decks, excavation, concrete work, driveways, sidewalks/walkways, pool/spa renovations, pool installations, pool liner replacement, drainage issues and fencing.
We are a small business with myself and only one other employee right now. For this reason I will be on every job making sure it gets done to the highest standards. We are nicolock paving stones, hardscapes professional for Eastern Ct. We are also ICPI certified. For you this means we are held to the highest industry standards by both companies. We take a huge amount of pride in our work and stand by it.
We are a small business with myself and only one other employee right now. For this reason I will be on every job making sure it gets done to the highest standards. We are nicolock paving stones, hardscapes professional for Eastern Ct. We are also ICPI certified. For you this means we are held to the highest industry standards by both companies. We take a huge amount of pride in our work and stand by it.
family owned and operated, general and sub contracting services, licensed and insured, payment according to agreement or contract
family owned and operated, general and sub contracting services, licensed and insured, payment according to agreement or contract
Bartlett Tree Experts has been providing scientific tree care since 1907. A 3rd generation, family owned business, our mission is the maintenance and care of the health and beauty of trees and shrubs. We are an international organization, with offices in Canada, England and Ireland. Our Research Laboratories advises us about the latest technological advances in arboriculture and assists our arborists with training updates. The laboratory networks with professionals at universities, government agencies, and allied industry groups. This enables us to provide state-of-the art procedures and techniques to our clients. Our arborists consult with other professionals for common projects and community interests. Our unique position in the green industry helps us further arboriculture as a science and a profession. We believe in providing preventive property maintenance to avoid landscape problems or treat them proactively rather than using “reactive” maintenance methods that are driven by situations and events. TCIA Accredited, ISA Member, TCIA Member. Service area continued: Leicester, Millbury, North Brookfield, North Grafton, North Oxford, Northborough, Northbridge, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton, Princeton, Rochdale, Rutland, Shrewsbury, South Grafton, South Lancaster, Spencer, Sterling, Sutton, Upton, Uxbridge, West Boylston, West Brookfield, Westborough, Whitinsville, Worcester, Ashburnham, Ashby, Ayer, Baldwinville, Berlin, Bolton, Clinton, Gardner, Groton, Hubbardston, Leominster, Lunenburg, Orange, Pepperell, Petersham, Shirley, South Lancaster, Sterling, Templeton, Townsend, West Townsend, Westminster, Dudley, Fiskdale, Holland, Southbridge, Sturbridge, Warren, Ware, Webster. Connecticut: Woodstock, Putnam, Pomfret, Thompson, Stafford Springs, Plainfield, Danielson. Also services Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Jefferson, Lancaster & Worcester.
"Very nice result"
mark m on April 2018
Bartlett Tree Experts has been providing scientific tree care since 1907. A 3rd generation, family owned business, our mission is the maintenance and care of the health and beauty of trees and shrubs. We are an international organization, with offices in Canada, England and Ireland. Our Research Laboratories advises us about the latest technological advances in arboriculture and assists our arborists with training updates. The laboratory networks with professionals at universities, government agencies, and allied industry groups. This enables us to provide state-of-the art procedures and techniques to our clients. Our arborists consult with other professionals for common projects and community interests. Our unique position in the green industry helps us further arboriculture as a science and a profession. We believe in providing preventive property maintenance to avoid landscape problems or treat them proactively rather than using “reactive” maintenance methods that are driven by situations and events. TCIA Accredited, ISA Member, TCIA Member. Service area continued: Leicester, Millbury, North Brookfield, North Grafton, North Oxford, Northborough, Northbridge, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton, Princeton, Rochdale, Rutland, Shrewsbury, South Grafton, South Lancaster, Spencer, Sterling, Sutton, Upton, Uxbridge, West Boylston, West Brookfield, Westborough, Whitinsville, Worcester, Ashburnham, Ashby, Ayer, Baldwinville, Berlin, Bolton, Clinton, Gardner, Groton, Hubbardston, Leominster, Lunenburg, Orange, Pepperell, Petersham, Shirley, South Lancaster, Sterling, Templeton, Townsend, West Townsend, Westminster, Dudley, Fiskdale, Holland, Southbridge, Sturbridge, Warren, Ware, Webster. Connecticut: Woodstock, Putnam, Pomfret, Thompson, Stafford Springs, Plainfield, Danielson. Also services Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Jefferson, Lancaster & Worcester.
"Very nice result"
mark m on April 2018
Dan Mackin Jr Construction was formed in 1998 after many years in the trade. We are a fully licensed and insured company.
Dan Mackin Jr Construction was formed in 1998 after many years in the trade. We are a fully licensed and insured company.
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.