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SUV Budget Landscape Service
775 River Road
5.00(
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Approved Pro
SUV Budget Landscape Service
775 River Road
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 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!

"He does quality work and always listens to my ideas and what I want done, on time and professional, he follows through and does good quality work"

Susan C on January 2019

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!

"He does quality work and always listens to my ideas and what I want done, on time and professional, he follows through and does good quality work"

Susan C on January 2019


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WYNNE-CRETE
435 MACARTHUR AVENUE
5.00(
10
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WYNNE-CRETE
435 MACARTHUR AVENUE
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Easy to work with. Project went smoothly. Really happy with the end result and total experience!"

John K on April 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Easy to work with. Project went smoothly. Really happy with the end result and total experience!"

John K on April 2025


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National Paver Systems, Inc.
2230A 23rd Ave
5.00(
2
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National Paver Systems, Inc.
2230A 23rd Ave
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

National Paver Systems, Inc.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.

"Installed concrete pavers, seating wall, and artificial turf. Great communication and comprehensive proposal with detailed drawings. On time and competitive price"

Chris H on October 2023

National Paver Systems, Inc.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.

"Installed concrete pavers, seating wall, and artificial turf. Great communication and comprehensive proposal with detailed drawings. On time and competitive price"

Chris H on October 2023


TM Concrete
3193 Stelling Drive
4.97(
59
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Approved Pro
TM Concrete
3193 Stelling Drive
4.97(
59
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"TM Concrete did an excellent job installing concrete steps and a pathway. I am very pleased with the finished job. They provided helpful suggestions in the planning stage, were prompt, efficient and pleasant workers. The cost was very reasonable. I highly recommend them."

Veronica H on March 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"TM Concrete did an excellent job installing concrete steps and a pathway. I am very pleased with the finished job. They provided helpful suggestions in the planning stage, were prompt, efficient and pleasant workers. The cost was very reasonable. I highly recommend them."

Veronica H on March 2025


GBD Concrete
535 SOUTH BASCOM AVENUE
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
GBD Concrete
535 SOUTH BASCOM AVENUE
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

GBD CONCRETE 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.

"very professional easy to communicate and work with first cass work prompt execution"

John M on May 2025

GBD CONCRETE 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.

"very professional easy to communicate and work with first cass work prompt execution"

John M on May 2025


A.C. Bentley Concrete, Inc.
885 Buena Vista Drive
4.75(
4
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Approved Pro
A.C. Bentley Concrete, Inc.
885 Buena Vista Drive
4.75(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

We are innovators of concrete design and builders of fine patios, walls, fireplaces, interior floors and countertops, water features, and driveways. As such, we have brought the latest trends to all kinds of homeowners. A niche contractor and highly skilled in our profession, we can build you a beautiful outdoor living space. We excel at integrating concrete with tile and masonry and exhibit knowledge of the current innovations in concrete design while listening to the needs of the homeowner. We have created some wonderful lasting signature pieces unique to each client's vision. Make your old concrete look like new with our specialty products and innovative techniques. A.C. Bentley Concrete, is a fully licensed and insured concrete installation company serving greater Santa Cruz, Santa Clara and Monterey county

"Excellent work and design sugestion"

Larry C on November 2012

We are innovators of concrete design and builders of fine patios, walls, fireplaces, interior floors and countertops, water features, and driveways. As such, we have brought the latest trends to all kinds of homeowners. A niche contractor and highly skilled in our profession, we can build you a beautiful outdoor living space. We excel at integrating concrete with tile and masonry and exhibit knowledge of the current innovations in concrete design while listening to the needs of the homeowner. We have created some wonderful lasting signature pieces unique to each client's vision. Make your old concrete look like new with our specialty products and innovative techniques. A.C. Bentley Concrete, is a fully licensed and insured concrete installation company serving greater Santa Cruz, Santa Clara and Monterey county

"Excellent work and design sugestion"

Larry C on November 2012


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Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
3134 Flannery Rd
5.00(
4
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Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
3134 Flannery Rd
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Vitoria Pavers is a family owned and an owner operated company established in 2009 We specialize in design and installation of hardscape style projects , including interlocking concrete pavers , , retaining/seating walls , planter boxes , fire pits/outdoor kitchens and artificial turf . We serve the entire Bay Area and offer Free Estimates. For more information visit our website: https://concretecontractorsanpabloca.com/

"Excellent job…on time, professional, beautiful work and great communication"

Susan S on May 2025

Vitoria Pavers is a family owned and an owner operated company established in 2009 We specialize in design and installation of hardscape style projects , including interlocking concrete pavers , , retaining/seating walls , planter boxes , fire pits/outdoor kitchens and artificial turf . We serve the entire Bay Area and offer Free Estimates. For more information visit our website: https://concretecontractorsanpabloca.com/

"Excellent job…on time, professional, beautiful work and great communication"

Susan S on May 2025


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UPGRADE HARDSCAPES INC
1900 Camden Avenue, Suite 101
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
UPGRADE HARDSCAPES INC
1900 Camden Avenue, Suite 101
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
10 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

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.

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.


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Ultra Construction Group Inc
180 SPRUCE ST UNIT G
4.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Ultra Construction Group Inc
180 SPRUCE ST UNIT G
4.00(
1
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Approved Pro
65 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

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

"Quick, Effective and the project was done in a timely manner. Thank you Ultra!"

Shane D on February 2025

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

"Quick, Effective and the project was done in a timely manner. Thank you Ultra!"

Shane D on February 2025


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MB Masonry Inc.
3729 Underwood Dr #2
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
MB Masonry Inc.
3729 Underwood Dr #2
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Family Owned & Operated Company. We Complete Top Tier Hardscaping and Landscaping Projects Across The San Francisco Bay Area. At MB Masonry We Worry About Our Quality Of Work Before Turning A Profit. Thats Why We Refuse To Charge A Deposit To Any Of Our Clients and We Don't Issue A Final Invoice Unless The Client Is Completely Satisfied With Our Work. Contact Us Today For Your Project No Matter How Big Or Small It May Be We Will Be Happy To Be Of Assistance.

"So fast, and great quality work. A joy to see the beautiful brick work come together from my vision. I highly recommend "

Ruth G on June 2025

Family Owned & Operated Company. We Complete Top Tier Hardscaping and Landscaping Projects Across The San Francisco Bay Area. At MB Masonry We Worry About Our Quality Of Work Before Turning A Profit. Thats Why We Refuse To Charge A Deposit To Any Of Our Clients and We Don't Issue A Final Invoice Unless The Client Is Completely Satisfied With Our Work. Contact Us Today For Your Project No Matter How Big Or Small It May Be We Will Be Happy To Be Of Assistance.

"So fast, and great quality work. A joy to see the beautiful brick work come together from my vision. I highly recommend "

Ruth G on June 2025

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Sunnyvale, CA

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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