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Avatar for Jersey Masonry, LLC
Jersey Masonry, LLC
3 Grey Rock Ave
4.70(
10
)
Approved Pro
Jersey Masonry, LLC
3 Grey Rock Ave
4.70(
10
)
Approved Pro
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Gary did my stone wall patio and stairs and also my sidewalk. Gary and his team were great! Gary works alongside his team which I love. His work is excellent, his prices are fair, and he’s responsive to questions and concerns. I recommend him without hesitation!"

Regina B on May 2025

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Gary did my stone wall patio and stairs and also my sidewalk. Gary and his team were great! Gary works alongside his team which I love. His work is excellent, his prices are fair, and he’s responsive to questions and concerns. I recommend him without hesitation!"

Regina B on May 2025


Avatar for R.M.P. Landscaping & Lawn Care, Inc.
R.M.P. Landscaping & Lawn Care, Inc.
PO Box 369
4.70(
56
)
Approved Pro
R.M.P. Landscaping & Lawn Care, Inc.
PO Box 369
4.70(
56
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 years of experience

We are fully insured and have been serving Somerset , Hunterdon and Morris county's and surrounding areas with quality landscape, soft &Hard scape and building & grounds maintenance for the past 38 years. Call for free estimate on patios/ walkway ,repairing & cleaning and sealing patio's & walkway / retaining walls/planting & maintenance, We are a full service company providing quality service. (908) 580-1463

"Great work, communication, and completion time."

Ryan W on April 2025

We are fully insured and have been serving Somerset , Hunterdon and Morris county's and surrounding areas with quality landscape, soft &Hard scape and building & grounds maintenance for the past 38 years. Call for free estimate on patios/ walkway ,repairing & cleaning and sealing patio's & walkway / retaining walls/planting & maintenance, We are a full service company providing quality service. (908) 580-1463

"Great work, communication, and completion time."

Ryan W on April 2025


Avatar for Oasis Scapes
Oasis Scapes
6 Florence Ln
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Oasis Scapes
6 Florence Ln
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Oasis Scapes 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.

"Andreas and his team are true professionals. We initially hired Oasis Scapes to install a water diversion system in the backyard. We were so happy with their work that we hired them again to install a sprinkler irrigation system and plant a few trees. We have since recommended Oasis Scapes to many of our friends and family. Looking forward to our next project!"

Andrew G on May 2025

Oasis Scapes 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.

"Andreas and his team are true professionals. We initially hired Oasis Scapes to install a water diversion system in the backyard. We were so happy with their work that we hired them again to install a sprinkler irrigation system and plant a few trees. We have since recommended Oasis Scapes to many of our friends and family. Looking forward to our next project!"

Andrew G on May 2025


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NJ SELECT CONSTRUCTION, LLC
44 Barkley Avenue
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
NJ SELECT CONSTRUCTION, LLC
44 Barkley Avenue
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
148 local quotes requested

Here at NJ Select Construction , we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Vinny and his team did a great job on our patio! They were responsive to communication, SO FAST, professional, knowledgable, and kind. Would HIGHLY recommend. We are so happy with our new patio!"

Jane E on July 2024

Here at NJ Select Construction , we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Vinny and his team did a great job on our patio! They were responsive to communication, SO FAST, professional, knowledgable, and kind. Would HIGHLY recommend. We are so happy with our new patio!"

Jane E on July 2024


Stone Pavements
117 Haywood Ave
4.83(
3
)
Approved Pro
Stone Pavements
117 Haywood Ave
4.83(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

With the quality and professionalism that comes with decades of experience, Stone Pavements is your Residential and Commercial first choice. You can choose from many different styles and type of pavers. Unlimited designs to make your dreams come true. From a simple walkway to walls and patios beyond your imagination. Call today!

"George Petty and crew were excellent! They came on time and pushed to get the job done on schedule. They were easy to work with and "they knew their profession"! They provided guidance and advice to make our project look fantastic. I would recommend Stone Pavements to anyone who is looking for an excellent, professional and knowledgeable Mason."

Edwin O on September 2024

With the quality and professionalism that comes with decades of experience, Stone Pavements is your Residential and Commercial first choice. You can choose from many different styles and type of pavers. Unlimited designs to make your dreams come true. From a simple walkway to walls and patios beyond your imagination. Call today!

"George Petty and crew were excellent! They came on time and pushed to get the job done on schedule. They were easy to work with and "they knew their profession"! They provided guidance and advice to make our project look fantastic. I would recommend Stone Pavements to anyone who is looking for an excellent, professional and knowledgeable Mason."

Edwin O on September 2024


Avatar for Pave Master Construction
Pave Master Construction
PO Box 657
4.79(
24
)
Approved Pro
Pave Master Construction
PO Box 657
4.79(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

Here Pave Master Construction, we're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete, brick and stone install and repair, as well as landscaping and lawn care. With over 25 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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Alphonso T on August 2023

Here Pave Master Construction, we're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete, brick and stone install and repair, as well as landscaping and lawn care. With over 25 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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Alphonso T on August 2023


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ALB Construction, LLC
33 Tammy Terr
4.76(
90
)
Approved Pro
ALB Construction, LLC
33 Tammy Terr
4.76(
90
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
101 local quotes requested

At ALB construction we have proudly served the Morris Sussex, Bergen and Passaic counties since 2002 in all of their hardscape, concrete and masonry needs. Need some mason work or even some hardscape work? We will build anything for you with pride and craftsmanship. Give us a call and we will make your home complete.

"Eric, his uncle and team of construction workers did an excellent job with installing a 42x5ft Belgium Block driveway apron to protect a new asphalt edge of my driveway. They started fast and finished even faster. They are absolutely outstanding and I will be contracting with them again Lord Willing. I have other major projects needing Masonry and hardscaping professionals. Auspiciously, ALB Construction is where it’s at! Thank you guys so much! —G. A. Arathorn"

George A on December 2024

At ALB construction we have proudly served the Morris Sussex, Bergen and Passaic counties since 2002 in all of their hardscape, concrete and masonry needs. Need some mason work or even some hardscape work? We will build anything for you with pride and craftsmanship. Give us a call and we will make your home complete.

"Eric, his uncle and team of construction workers did an excellent job with installing a 42x5ft Belgium Block driveway apron to protect a new asphalt edge of my driveway. They started fast and finished even faster. They are absolutely outstanding and I will be contracting with them again Lord Willing. I have other major projects needing Masonry and hardscaping professionals. Auspiciously, ALB Construction is where it’s at! Thank you guys so much! —G. A. Arathorn"

George A on December 2024


Avatar for New Jersey Interlock Systems, Inc.
New Jersey Interlock Systems, Inc.
478 Pulis Avenue
4.82(
28
)
Approved Pro
New Jersey Interlock Systems, Inc.
478 Pulis Avenue
4.82(
28
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

With almost two decades of experience doing business In New Jersey we are well established and have many references. We specialize in construction of retaining walls. We handle all the design and engineering. Our crew is experienced, organized and professional.

"Drew and his team respond fast and got the job done. I am very happy with my new retaining walls. Got many compliments from neighbors, even from a few landscapers"

Hua G on September 2024

With almost two decades of experience doing business In New Jersey we are well established and have many references. We specialize in construction of retaining walls. We handle all the design and engineering. Our crew is experienced, organized and professional.

"Drew and his team respond fast and got the job done. I am very happy with my new retaining walls. Got many compliments from neighbors, even from a few landscapers"

Hua G on September 2024


Avatar for Pro Optimax Construction, LLC
Pro Optimax Construction, LLC
524 Main St Apt 8
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Pro Optimax Construction, LLC
524 Main St Apt 8
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Pro Optimax Construction 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. For this years of 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.

"Concrete drive way"

mirsi d on May 2025

Pro Optimax Construction 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. For this years of 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.

"Concrete drive way"

mirsi d on May 2025


Avatar for Gold Medal Construction, LLC
Gold Medal Construction, LLC
90 Hazel Street, Unit C5
4.97(
116
)
Approved Pro
Gold Medal Construction, LLC
90 Hazel Street, Unit C5
4.97(
116
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 local quotes requested

Gold Medal Construction, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 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!

"They did an excellent job on our driveway. They replaced asphalt with pavers. They also installed stones around our front door. Both turned out great. Jim dropped by everyday to check on the progress. His crew were professional and cleaned up daily."

Leslie H on March 2025

Gold Medal Construction, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 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!

"They did an excellent job on our driveway. They replaced asphalt with pavers. They also installed stones around our front door. Both turned out great. Jim dropped by everyday to check on the progress. His crew were professional and cleaned up daily."

Leslie H on March 2025

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Scotch Plains, NJ

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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