Big Dan's Mowing 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.
"I am very happy with the work they provided me. They were very professional and responsible, and the most impressive thing was the communication between the clients. I will definitely be hiring them for future projects."
evanggly a on May 2025
Big Dan's Mowing 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.
"I am very happy with the work they provided me. They were very professional and responsible, and the most impressive thing was the communication between the clients. I will definitely be hiring them for future projects."
evanggly a on May 2025
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
"5 fails in one job, didn't even listen on what the problem was. Then raised the wrong floor, probably damaged the house. [*** Link removed ***]"
Shane B on August 2024
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
"5 fails in one job, didn't even listen on what the problem was. Then raised the wrong floor, probably damaged the house. [*** Link removed ***]"
Shane B on August 2024
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"Nicolas and his team did a great job grading our yard! With an expert level understanding of complex drainage issues, Nicolas easily identified and fixed a long-standing problem. Our crawl space in finally water free. Thanks Nicolas!"
Chris J on May 2025
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"Nicolas and his team did a great job grading our yard! With an expert level understanding of complex drainage issues, Nicolas easily identified and fixed a long-standing problem. Our crawl space in finally water free. Thanks Nicolas!"
Chris J on May 2025
We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!
"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."
Tim C on February 2025
We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!
"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."
Tim C on February 2025
We specialize new septic installs, septic clearing, erosion control, driveways, trenching, and way more! We love what we do and have been around it our whole lives and would be more than happy to help you or whomever out!! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"D&C did Great!! Everything passed inspection without a doubt. Very professional and knowledgeable. Very uniform work. Would highly recommend to do any work needed!"
Jamison P on July 2024
We specialize new septic installs, septic clearing, erosion control, driveways, trenching, and way more! We love what we do and have been around it our whole lives and would be more than happy to help you or whomever out!! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"D&C did Great!! Everything passed inspection without a doubt. Very professional and knowledgeable. Very uniform work. Would highly recommend to do any work needed!"
Jamison P on July 2024
Old North State is a full service Design/Build company. We work turn-key, start to finish, handling all aspects of your project to deliver a quality, elegant outdoor living space to live in and to add value to your home.
Old North State is a full service Design/Build company. We work turn-key, start to finish, handling all aspects of your project to deliver a quality, elegant outdoor living space to live in and to add value to your home.
Locally owned & operated. Additional address - 1325 E New Bern Rd, Kinston, NC 28501.
Locally owned & operated. Additional address - 1325 E New Bern Rd, Kinston, NC 28501.
been doing concrete work over 25 years all types slabs driveways walls footings etc.
been doing concrete work over 25 years all types slabs driveways walls footings etc.
Angel Construction, LLC. locally owned and operated. Servicing all of Charleston and surrounding counties. SCHEDULING: Flexible Weekend & Evening Appointments when busy people need it most 843-754-4548 and Emergency Services Available 24/7 843-695-7081 CALL US TODAY! Business Hours 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday By Appointment
Angel Construction, LLC. locally owned and operated. Servicing all of Charleston and surrounding counties. SCHEDULING: Flexible Weekend & Evening Appointments when busy people need it most 843-754-4548 and Emergency Services Available 24/7 843-695-7081 CALL US TODAY! Business Hours 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday By Appointment
With 10 years of experience, at Third Day Landscape and Hardscape we strive to provide the best solutions for your landscape all year long. We offer complete landscaping services such as paver and stone patios, retaining walls and walkways, trimming, mulching, decorative gravel installs, Spring/Fall cleanup, shrub/tree planting, grading, sod installs, edging, mowing and much much more. Call us today for your free estimate! We are proud to be small business owners and the opportunity we have to work on and oversee each job personally. Let us take the hard work out of yard work!
"It was very good. They were excellent. They did everything what they were supposed to do. The price was reasonable."
Jesus G on February 2020
With 10 years of experience, at Third Day Landscape and Hardscape we strive to provide the best solutions for your landscape all year long. We offer complete landscaping services such as paver and stone patios, retaining walls and walkways, trimming, mulching, decorative gravel installs, Spring/Fall cleanup, shrub/tree planting, grading, sod installs, edging, mowing and much much more. Call us today for your free estimate! We are proud to be small business owners and the opportunity we have to work on and oversee each job personally. Let us take the hard work out of yard work!
"It was very good. They were excellent. They did everything what they were supposed to do. The price was reasonable."
Jesus G on February 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.