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Avatar for King Koncrete, Inc.
King Koncrete, Inc.
PO Box 1965
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
King Koncrete, Inc.
PO Box 1965
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

King Koncrete, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business. We take pride in every job we do and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. Call for a free and fair estimate! We welcome your questions.

"I have used them for 15 years. I still use them, excellent work, good quality, on time and professional in all they do."

Leo L on September 2009

King Koncrete, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business. We take pride in every job we do and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. Call for a free and fair estimate! We welcome your questions.

"I have used them for 15 years. I still use them, excellent work, good quality, on time and professional in all they do."

Leo L on September 2009


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MISSION BRICK PAVING LLC
280 Laurel Ln
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
MISSION BRICK PAVING LLC
280 Laurel Ln
5.00(
21
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

Mission Brick Paving: Elevating Outdoor Living. Experience the artistry of outdoor transformation with Mission Brick Paving. Our skilled craftsmen create captivating patios, walkways, and outdoor spaces of exceptional quality. From design to installation, we bring your vision to life, enhancing your home with beauty and functionality. Trust Mission Brick Paving for superior craftsmanship and breathtaking results.

"I hired Mark's company in April 2024 but weather (heat & rain) delayed the installation until September. His two man crew (lead by Marco) removed my old concrete patio and installed new Interlock pavers (about 400 square feet) as well as assembled my pergola with completion in six days. Very happy with the quality of work and friendlyness of this crew. I recommend using Mission Brick Paving for any work using pavers."

Rich L on October 2024

Mission Brick Paving: Elevating Outdoor Living. Experience the artistry of outdoor transformation with Mission Brick Paving. Our skilled craftsmen create captivating patios, walkways, and outdoor spaces of exceptional quality. From design to installation, we bring your vision to life, enhancing your home with beauty and functionality. Trust Mission Brick Paving for superior craftsmanship and breathtaking results.

"I hired Mark's company in April 2024 but weather (heat & rain) delayed the installation until September. His two man crew (lead by Marco) removed my old concrete patio and installed new Interlock pavers (about 400 square feet) as well as assembled my pergola with completion in six days. Very happy with the quality of work and friendlyness of this crew. I recommend using Mission Brick Paving for any work using pavers."

Rich L on October 2024


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Sixto and Sons Pavers Landscaping
757 E Benton Street
5.00(
14
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Sixto and Sons Pavers Landscaping
757 E Benton Street
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sixto and Sons Pavers Landscaping 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very professional. I was satisfied with the work was finished on time."

Cleo C on April 2025

Sixto and Sons Pavers Landscaping 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very professional. I was satisfied with the work was finished on time."

Cleo C on April 2025


Grizel Hardscape and Landscape, Inc.
248 Fox Ln
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Grizel Hardscape and Landscape, Inc.
248 Fox Ln
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 local quotes requested

Grizel Hardscape and Landscape, 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.

"The were the best team I have ever hired. They showed up on time. This job exceeded my expectations."

Steven F on August 2024

Grizel Hardscape and Landscape, 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.

"The were the best team I have ever hired. They showed up on time. This job exceeded my expectations."

Steven F on August 2024


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Owens Outdoor Services
41W032 Palomino Dr.
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Owens Outdoor Services
41W032 Palomino Dr.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We bring years of expertise and dedication to every project. With a strong background in customer service and technical proficiency, we prioritize delivering top-notch results that exceed expectations. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that we stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices. Whether it's troubleshooting complex issues or providing routine maintenance, we approach each task with precision and professionalism. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with clients based on trust, reliability, and exceptional service delivery.

"Pat and his crew were wonderul. Very profesional and hard working. They show up on time, work diligently until the job is done, giving ideas on how to make the project even better than I imagined it. They pay attention to every detail an are vey precise. They leave the job site cleaner than they found it. Super nice guys, very respectful. I have several other projects that need to be done and I will only have him and his crew do them. Highly recommended"

yvonne C on December 2024

We bring years of expertise and dedication to every project. With a strong background in customer service and technical proficiency, we prioritize delivering top-notch results that exceed expectations. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that we stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices. Whether it's troubleshooting complex issues or providing routine maintenance, we approach each task with precision and professionalism. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with clients based on trust, reliability, and exceptional service delivery.

"Pat and his crew were wonderul. Very profesional and hard working. They show up on time, work diligently until the job is done, giving ideas on how to make the project even better than I imagined it. They pay attention to every detail an are vey precise. They leave the job site cleaner than they found it. Super nice guys, very respectful. I have several other projects that need to be done and I will only have him and his crew do them. Highly recommended"

yvonne C on December 2024


Avatar for Scaravalle Property Services
Scaravalle Property Services
555 Exchange Ct
4.28(
52
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Approved Pro
Scaravalle Property Services
555 Exchange Ct
4.28(
52
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
29 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Scaravalle Property Services & Northscape Enterprises, Inc., your local brick and stone, concrete and paver experts. We install almost any type of driveways, patios, walks & steps, and retaining walls. Whether you are looking for interlocking pavers, brick, concrete or natural stone, we can do it all. You will appreciate our attention to detail, the quality of our work and our dedication to providing outstanding customer service. Call today. We offer affordable financing options including 0% plans.

"Poor customer service."

Saleh I on October 2022

Welcome to Scaravalle Property Services & Northscape Enterprises, Inc., your local brick and stone, concrete and paver experts. We install almost any type of driveways, patios, walks & steps, and retaining walls. Whether you are looking for interlocking pavers, brick, concrete or natural stone, we can do it all. You will appreciate our attention to detail, the quality of our work and our dedication to providing outstanding customer service. Call today. We offer affordable financing options including 0% plans.

"Poor customer service."

Saleh I on October 2022


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Daybreaker, Inc.
17201 Jefferson Street, Unit 3
4.88(
13
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Approved Pro
Daybreaker, Inc.
17201 Jefferson Street, Unit 3
4.88(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024


Eagle Crest Landscaping & AG Concrete Services, LLC
939 Cardiff Dr
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Eagle Crest Landscaping & AG Concrete Services, LLC
939 Cardiff Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"My project was complete in time Im happy with their service I highly reccomend "

aurelio D on April 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"My project was complete in time Im happy with their service I highly reccomend "

aurelio D on April 2025


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Inspire Outdoor Living, Inc
956 S BARTLETT RD
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Inspire Outdoor Living, Inc
956 S BARTLETT RD
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
825 local quotes requested

Inspire Outdoor Living, Inc provides Hardscape & Landscaping Services. We have been serving the Illinois area for many years. Our team offers complete landscaping and hardscaping design, installation, and maintenance services for your home and business. Let our landscape and hardscape designer transform your outdoor space with a landscape design that fits your property and projects the image you want for your home or business.

"Great. Easy communication. Excellent work"

David M on May 2025

Inspire Outdoor Living, Inc provides Hardscape & Landscaping Services. We have been serving the Illinois area for many years. Our team offers complete landscaping and hardscaping design, installation, and maintenance services for your home and business. Let our landscape and hardscape designer transform your outdoor space with a landscape design that fits your property and projects the image you want for your home or business.

"Great. Easy communication. Excellent work"

David M on May 2025


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Hardrock Inc
200 W Higgins Rd
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Hardrock Inc
200 W Higgins Rd
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
516 local quotes requested

Hardrock Design is a family owned and operated professional brick paving, landscape, concrete and construction company located in the northwest suburbs of Illinois. With over 25 years of experience serving the Chicagoland area and offering both residential and commercial business. Whether you're looking to replace, repair, or simply improve the appearance of your home or business we offer a variety of different options to meet your specific needs.

"They do a beautiful job. I was very, very pleased and I would recommend them to anyone!"

Araceli Z on March 2019

Hardrock Design is a family owned and operated professional brick paving, landscape, concrete and construction company located in the northwest suburbs of Illinois. With over 25 years of experience serving the Chicagoland area and offering both residential and commercial business. Whether you're looking to replace, repair, or simply improve the appearance of your home or business we offer a variety of different options to meet your specific needs.

"They do a beautiful job. I was very, very pleased and I would recommend them to anyone!"

Araceli Z on March 2019

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Retaining wall installations FAQs

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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