Stein Masonry Construction provides high-quality construction and Hardscaping services to commercial and residential clients. Our experienced team specializes in a variety of services for your outdoor living. We are dedicated to exceeding our client’s expectations with personalized services from the estimate to the completion of the work. Serving Norfolk, Middlesex, Bristol and Plymouth County of Boston.
"Experienced, professional, great value. I definitely recommend"
Adam W on July 2023
Stein Masonry Construction provides high-quality construction and Hardscaping services to commercial and residential clients. Our experienced team specializes in a variety of services for your outdoor living. We are dedicated to exceeding our client’s expectations with personalized services from the estimate to the completion of the work. Serving Norfolk, Middlesex, Bristol and Plymouth County of Boston.
"Experienced, professional, great value. I definitely recommend"
Adam W on July 2023
Goodwood General Construction is a trusted name in the Greater Boston area and surrounding communities, specializing in high-quality hardscape solutions for residential and commercial properties. With over 20years of experience, our skilled team delivers exceptional craftsmanship in designing and installing patios, walkways, retaining walls, driveways, and more. We take pride in enhancing curb appeal and functionality while meeting the unique needs of our local clients. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has made us a top choice for homeowners and businesses throughout the Greater Boston area, including Winchester, Andover, Newton, and Westwood. From free estimates to personalized service, we ensure every project exceeds expectations. Visit our website at http://gwconstructionco.com to explore our services and request a consultation today. Let Goodwood General Construction bring your vision to life with the best hardscape solutions in Massachusetts.
"Excellent work, fairly priced, left clean surroundings"
David L on February 2023
Goodwood General Construction is a trusted name in the Greater Boston area and surrounding communities, specializing in high-quality hardscape solutions for residential and commercial properties. With over 20years of experience, our skilled team delivers exceptional craftsmanship in designing and installing patios, walkways, retaining walls, driveways, and more. We take pride in enhancing curb appeal and functionality while meeting the unique needs of our local clients. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has made us a top choice for homeowners and businesses throughout the Greater Boston area, including Winchester, Andover, Newton, and Westwood. From free estimates to personalized service, we ensure every project exceeds expectations. Visit our website at http://gwconstructionco.com to explore our services and request a consultation today. Let Goodwood General Construction bring your vision to life with the best hardscape solutions in Massachusetts.
"Excellent work, fairly priced, left clean surroundings"
David L on February 2023
B to Z Restoration is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Holbrook, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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Mike H on April 2020
B to Z Restoration is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Holbrook, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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Mike H on April 2020
Trusted by businesses and homeowners for more than 20 years, landscape designer Joe Mento and staff are passionate about creating recreational space, visual appeal, accessibility, and comfort in your outdoor space. When you choose JM Mento Landscape Design the end result is a cohesive flow of color, form, and texture--much more than just new plants or stone work. We invite you to call or email Joe to discuss your hopes and visions for your home, weekend retreat, residential development, or new property acquisition. The process typically begins with a conversation, followed by a site visit. Complex landscapes and large installations are welcomed, as well as small projects and renovations, too!
"Joe and his crew completed 90-95% of our project (mostly a patio) back in November/December and said theyâ d â of courseâ come back in the spring to complete the work. Joe asked us to pay the remaining 50% of the contract because we were the only work they had at that point in the season and, since it was the week before the holidays, he wanted to â take care of [his] guys.â My husband and I thought it was a nice sentiment, so we agreed - though, I did email an outstanding completion checklist to set clear expectations for the spring. Iâ ve texted, called, and emailed for 3+ months to no avail. So, keep in mind that even if he does complete your project, his one-year warranty means nothing! I will gladly revise this review if he reaches out and we come to a satisfactory resolution, but as of now, my next steps are filing a complaint with the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, contacting the AGâ s office, and if needed, filing a small claim for the amount Iâ ll need to pay a different contractor plus compensation for my time and stress."
Emily G on June 2024
Trusted by businesses and homeowners for more than 20 years, landscape designer Joe Mento and staff are passionate about creating recreational space, visual appeal, accessibility, and comfort in your outdoor space. When you choose JM Mento Landscape Design the end result is a cohesive flow of color, form, and texture--much more than just new plants or stone work. We invite you to call or email Joe to discuss your hopes and visions for your home, weekend retreat, residential development, or new property acquisition. The process typically begins with a conversation, followed by a site visit. Complex landscapes and large installations are welcomed, as well as small projects and renovations, too!
"Joe and his crew completed 90-95% of our project (mostly a patio) back in November/December and said theyâ d â of courseâ come back in the spring to complete the work. Joe asked us to pay the remaining 50% of the contract because we were the only work they had at that point in the season and, since it was the week before the holidays, he wanted to â take care of [his] guys.â My husband and I thought it was a nice sentiment, so we agreed - though, I did email an outstanding completion checklist to set clear expectations for the spring. Iâ ve texted, called, and emailed for 3+ months to no avail. So, keep in mind that even if he does complete your project, his one-year warranty means nothing! I will gladly revise this review if he reaches out and we come to a satisfactory resolution, but as of now, my next steps are filing a complaint with the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, contacting the AGâ s office, and if needed, filing a small claim for the amount Iâ ll need to pay a different contractor plus compensation for my time and stress."
Emily G on June 2024
Curbs Inc. is a leading landscape construction firm based in Wellesley, MA. Specializing in hardscape, design, planting, lighting, and exterior carpentry, this family-owned business is led by industry leader, Nilton Machado, who has achieved a solid reputation for outstanding quality, workmanship, and customer service. We accept projects of all sizes and apply our expertise to a wide range of products and services for exterior remodeling. Our projects are known for their balance of functional and aesthetic value, attention to detail, and customization.
"Nilton and his crew installed a trench drain around my wet garage. They are really nice, honest people. They did a beautiful installation job and cleaned up, took away the debris, and left everything looking good. I am very happy I used Nilton's company. Such a pleasure!"
Heather M on March 2022
Curbs Inc. is a leading landscape construction firm based in Wellesley, MA. Specializing in hardscape, design, planting, lighting, and exterior carpentry, this family-owned business is led by industry leader, Nilton Machado, who has achieved a solid reputation for outstanding quality, workmanship, and customer service. We accept projects of all sizes and apply our expertise to a wide range of products and services for exterior remodeling. Our projects are known for their balance of functional and aesthetic value, attention to detail, and customization.
"Nilton and his crew installed a trench drain around my wet garage. They are really nice, honest people. They did a beautiful installation job and cleaned up, took away the debris, and left everything looking good. I am very happy I used Nilton's company. Such a pleasure!"
Heather M on March 2022
Our mission, at Boylan Brothers, Inc., is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one-of-a-kind smile on a homeowner's face at the end of a project! Boylan Brothers, Inc., stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second-to-none workmanship, and a prompt and responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!
"Boylan Bros have been landscaping, plowing, cleanup Spring and Fall and roadway regrading after the Winter wear and tear for 3 years. They are great to work with, respectful of property as I have a large horse farm. Iâ ve had several landscapers over the years and they are THE best."
Debbie G on July 2024
Our mission, at Boylan Brothers, Inc., is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one-of-a-kind smile on a homeowner's face at the end of a project! Boylan Brothers, Inc., stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second-to-none workmanship, and a prompt and responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!
"Boylan Bros have been landscaping, plowing, cleanup Spring and Fall and roadway regrading after the Winter wear and tear for 3 years. They are great to work with, respectful of property as I have a large horse farm. Iâ ve had several landscapers over the years and they are THE best."
Debbie G on July 2024
Delio Corp. has been serving the community since 1991. We enjoy a highly held reputation and we provide the finest services in the home-improvement and remodeling industry. When we take on your project, you can count on it being done quickly, properly, professionally, and most importantly, very competitively priced. All work is guaranteed. We are fully insured and licensed. We specialize in small jobs, and repair projects carpentry , masonry. We do residential & commercial We also do COMMERCIAL snow plowing only. We do one job at a time, we do not bounce from job to job. We have always put our homeowners first. Give us a call with your next project.
"Always on time, very nice to deal with and does a perfect job. Couldn't be happier with the work he has done."
Paula N on February 2022
Delio Corp. has been serving the community since 1991. We enjoy a highly held reputation and we provide the finest services in the home-improvement and remodeling industry. When we take on your project, you can count on it being done quickly, properly, professionally, and most importantly, very competitively priced. All work is guaranteed. We are fully insured and licensed. We specialize in small jobs, and repair projects carpentry , masonry. We do residential & commercial We also do COMMERCIAL snow plowing only. We do one job at a time, we do not bounce from job to job. We have always put our homeowners first. Give us a call with your next project.
"Always on time, very nice to deal with and does a perfect job. Couldn't be happier with the work he has done."
Paula N on February 2022
Pro Masonry Builders 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.
"Smart, efficient, offered good andvice and ideas about our project."
rosemary m on March 2025
Pro Masonry Builders 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.
"Smart, efficient, offered good andvice and ideas about our project."
rosemary m on March 2025
Since 2006, Mass Stone Landscape Construction has been committed in providing our customers with the very best quality in landscape construction. From your driveway to your backyard patio, Mass Stone uses only quality products and the latest installation techniques in order to turn our customers' ideas into reality. Locally owned and family operated in Massachusetts, our clients have learned to expect a high level of quality and customer service, which comes free of charge. Communication is key in any job, so we listen to our clients first to find the right solutions always keeping our customers updated throughout the construction process.
"We hired Mass Stone to replace our crumbling front walkway and cracked entryway stairs and we couldn’t be happier with the decision. Renato was great to work with to help better design our walkway and stairs and the crew was phenomenal. You can see that Mass Stone takes a lot of pride in their work and want to ensure their customers are happy. If you have masonry work you want to get done, you are doing yourself a disservice if you don’t get Renato out to look at the job!"
Alex J on March 2025
Since 2006, Mass Stone Landscape Construction has been committed in providing our customers with the very best quality in landscape construction. From your driveway to your backyard patio, Mass Stone uses only quality products and the latest installation techniques in order to turn our customers' ideas into reality. Locally owned and family operated in Massachusetts, our clients have learned to expect a high level of quality and customer service, which comes free of charge. Communication is key in any job, so we listen to our clients first to find the right solutions always keeping our customers updated throughout the construction process.
"We hired Mass Stone to replace our crumbling front walkway and cracked entryway stairs and we couldn’t be happier with the decision. Renato was great to work with to help better design our walkway and stairs and the crew was phenomenal. You can see that Mass Stone takes a lot of pride in their work and want to ensure their customers are happy. If you have masonry work you want to get done, you are doing yourself a disservice if you don’t get Renato out to look at the job!"
Alex J on March 2025
JUNIOR CORDEIRO STONE DESIGN, INC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.
"Amancio and his crew were quick, professional, and most of all did a tremendous job. So happy and thankful we chose Amancio for the job. Would recommend and will be using his services again."
John P on April 2025
JUNIOR CORDEIRO STONE DESIGN, INC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.
"Amancio and his crew were quick, professional, and most of all did a tremendous job. So happy and thankful we chose Amancio for the job. Would recommend and will be using his services again."
John P on April 2025
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.