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Retaining wall installers in Salem

Thompson Construction
2717 R St Apt 5
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Thompson Construction
2717 R St Apt 5
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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 5 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

" Thompson construction build a new fence around one of cattle pastures that turned out amazing and also poured a wash station pad on the farm here for 4h calves to be washed at. It was an entire wash station with steel pipe tie offs it turned out great. I highly recommend Thompsons construction "

Derrek T on June 2025

With over 5 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

" Thompson construction build a new fence around one of cattle pastures that turned out amazing and also poured a wash station pad on the farm here for 4h calves to be washed at. It was an entire wash station with steel pipe tie offs it turned out great. I highly recommend Thompsons construction "

Derrek T on June 2025


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SCHROEDER CONTRACTORS LLC
2238 H St
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SCHROEDER CONTRACTORS LLC
2238 H St
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

SCHROEDER CONTRACTORS 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.

"So pleased with this professional. He made suggestions that made the outcome better. Excellent in communication. Worked his butt off! 10/10 highly recommend!"

Donna S on February 2025

SCHROEDER CONTRACTORS 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.

"So pleased with this professional. He made suggestions that made the outcome better. Excellent in communication. Worked his butt off! 10/10 highly recommend!"

Donna S on February 2025


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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist
1904 Watterson Trail, Ste 130
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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist
1904 Watterson Trail, Ste 130
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Customers say: True professional
546 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"The crew (Lewis White, Chris Jones, Harold Harris, and Derel Davis) where absolute professionals. They had to endure quite unpleasant conditions to get the job done. They were courteous and expedient in the process and they ensured that they cleaned up all messes before they left. We so appreciate their work ethic."

Margaret M on May 2024

Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"The crew (Lewis White, Chris Jones, Harold Harris, and Derel Davis) where absolute professionals. They had to endure quite unpleasant conditions to get the job done. They were courteous and expedient in the process and they ensured that they cleaned up all messes before they left. We so appreciate their work ethic."

Margaret M on May 2024


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Mike Osbourn Lawncare
206 Bells Mill Rd
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Mike Osbourn Lawncare
206 Bells Mill Rd
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265 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Mike Osbourn Lawncare is your premier partner in transforming and maintaining the outdoor beauty of your residential or commercial property. With a comprehensive range of services, we cater to all aspects of lawn care, landscaping, irrigation, and tree maintenance. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering exceptional quality and customer satisfaction, ensuring your outdoor spaces remain vibrant, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing year-round. Retaining walls Irrigation, patios

Mike Osbourn Lawncare is your premier partner in transforming and maintaining the outdoor beauty of your residential or commercial property. With a comprehensive range of services, we cater to all aspects of lawn care, landscaping, irrigation, and tree maintenance. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering exceptional quality and customer satisfaction, ensuring your outdoor spaces remain vibrant, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing year-round. Retaining walls Irrigation, patios


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Earth Care Lawn and Landscape
5802 Manslick Rd
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Earth Care Lawn and Landscape
5802 Manslick Rd
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
338 local quotes requested

Design -Build-Enjoy Full outdoor living contractor Landscape Construction Hardscapes paver concrete retaining walls Finish grading Drainage contractor We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Cody and his crew are so good at what they do. The project came out perfectly. I would highly recommend them if you need any excavation or hard scraping."

Vance W on November 2023

Design -Build-Enjoy Full outdoor living contractor Landscape Construction Hardscapes paver concrete retaining walls Finish grading Drainage contractor We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Cody and his crew are so good at what they do. The project came out perfectly. I would highly recommend them if you need any excavation or hard scraping."

Vance W on November 2023


Scruggs Construction Inc.
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Scruggs Construction Inc.
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
493 local quotes requested

We offer Drywall, Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers, concrete construction- stamped and decorative concrete, basement floors, garages, pole barns, driveways, sidewalks, patios. Retaining walls. We are 100% insured, and we have workers comp. We are a union Contractor. Our employees do yearly training, in safety, and concrete construction. We pay these guys well, and offer a full pension, as well as fully paid insurance to insure your getting quality craftsmanship. We service Indianapolis, Bloomington, Seymour, Lexington Ky and surrounding areas.

"Cardinal Hardscape was the only organization who was willing to come to Seymour Indiana when we were looking for quotes. They installed a 20 x 18 paver patio and a 12 x 16 pergola. Done within 10 days working around weather. Excellent workmanship. Highly recommended."

Walt B on June 2024

We offer Drywall, Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers, concrete construction- stamped and decorative concrete, basement floors, garages, pole barns, driveways, sidewalks, patios. Retaining walls. We are 100% insured, and we have workers comp. We are a union Contractor. Our employees do yearly training, in safety, and concrete construction. We pay these guys well, and offer a full pension, as well as fully paid insurance to insure your getting quality craftsmanship. We service Indianapolis, Bloomington, Seymour, Lexington Ky and surrounding areas.

"Cardinal Hardscape was the only organization who was willing to come to Seymour Indiana when we were looking for quotes. They installed a 20 x 18 paver patio and a 12 x 16 pergola. Done within 10 days working around weather. Excellent workmanship. Highly recommended."

Walt B on June 2024


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Hertle Solutions LLC
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Hertle Solutions LLC
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
155 local quotes requested

15+ years of excavating. Licensed in the state of Indiana to install and repair septic systems. We can also dig basements, footers, level ground, cut in driveways, clear land, and much more!

"AMAZING!!!!! They are the best company ever....professional,fast,nice people....they need more them 5 star 🌟...i will recommend 1000000% and of course if I need to do something more I definitely will call them"

Belkis H on October 2024

15+ years of excavating. Licensed in the state of Indiana to install and repair septic systems. We can also dig basements, footers, level ground, cut in driveways, clear land, and much more!

"AMAZING!!!!! They are the best company ever....professional,fast,nice people....they need more them 5 star 🌟...i will recommend 1000000% and of course if I need to do something more I definitely will call them"

Belkis H on October 2024


LANDSCAPES BY DALLAS FOSTER
3729 N CAMP ARTHUR RD
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LANDSCAPES BY DALLAS FOSTER
3729 N CAMP ARTHUR RD
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46 years of experience

Landscapes by Dallas Foster’s exquisite and imaginative designs adorn many homes and businesses throughout the tri-state. , Dallas and his crew have offered clients a unique style of landscaping backed by the highest level of customer service. Often called Portraits in Nature, Landscapes by Dallas Foster is well-known for a signature natural style, but also designs and installs a wide array of landscape styles including formal, contemporary, Japanese, and even rooftop gardens. A landscape by Dallas Foster is a well-thought out interpretation of the client’s vision, and the crew works hard to express the client’s personality. Not only does Landscapes by Dallas Foster design and install new landscapes, but also offers consultation for new and existing landscapes, scheduled maintenance services, seasonal displays, holiday decor, irrigation services, landscape lighting, and temporary displays for events or trade shows.

Landscapes by Dallas Foster’s exquisite and imaginative designs adorn many homes and businesses throughout the tri-state. , Dallas and his crew have offered clients a unique style of landscaping backed by the highest level of customer service. Often called Portraits in Nature, Landscapes by Dallas Foster is well-known for a signature natural style, but also designs and installs a wide array of landscape styles including formal, contemporary, Japanese, and even rooftop gardens. A landscape by Dallas Foster is a well-thought out interpretation of the client’s vision, and the crew works hard to express the client’s personality. Not only does Landscapes by Dallas Foster design and install new landscapes, but also offers consultation for new and existing landscapes, scheduled maintenance services, seasonal displays, holiday decor, irrigation services, landscape lighting, and temporary displays for events or trade shows.


Specialty Home Maintenance
2960 Hancock Chapel Road NE
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Specialty Home Maintenance
2960 Hancock Chapel Road NE
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I have been in business for myself for 16 years. One person owner/operator. Cash and check payments accepted.

I have been in business for myself for 16 years. One person owner/operator. Cash and check payments accepted.


Dewey Sizemore/ Dewey Sizemore Excavating & Buildi
2247 Grandma Barnes Rd
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Dewey Sizemore/ Dewey Sizemore Excavating & Buildi
2247 Grandma Barnes Rd
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Dewey Sizemore Excavating & Building is an an owner-operated Excavating company. We have been in business for over 20 years and specialize in more than just Excavating. We offer sewer, water, spigots, drains, basements, coy ponds, driveways, retaining walls, foundations, footers, rough grades, finish grades, demolition, room additions, concrete, and much more! No job too small! Very competitive pricing and free estimates.

"Dewey rebuilt the Bell tower on the historic county Courthouse very professional and payed excellent attention to detail. We will definitely be using him again"

Andy R on September 2019

Dewey Sizemore Excavating & Building is an an owner-operated Excavating company. We have been in business for over 20 years and specialize in more than just Excavating. We offer sewer, water, spigots, drains, basements, coy ponds, driveways, retaining walls, foundations, footers, rough grades, finish grades, demolition, room additions, concrete, and much more! No job too small! Very competitive pricing and free estimates.

"Dewey rebuilt the Bell tower on the historic county Courthouse very professional and payed excellent attention to detail. We will definitely be using him again"

Andy R on September 2019

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Salem, IN

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.

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