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Eco Terrain Services
150 Russell Chapel Rd.
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Eco Terrain Services
150 Russell Chapel Rd.
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6 years of experience
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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Southern Dirt LLC.
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Southern Dirt LLC.
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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152 local quotes requested

Southern Dirt LLC is a trusted and dedicated land development and landscape services provider, specializing in creating, transforming, and maintaining outdoor spaces across central Alabama. As experts in land clearing, excavation, grading, landscaping, and drainage solutions, Southern Dirt LLC caters to a diverse range of clients, from homeowners and developers to commercial property owners. Our skilled professionals utilize cutting-edge equipment and ensure each project is completed efficiently, safely, and with lasting results. Our clients value our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, making Southern Dirt LLC a preferred partner in land development.

"Great hard working men"

Phil H on November 2024

Southern Dirt LLC is a trusted and dedicated land development and landscape services provider, specializing in creating, transforming, and maintaining outdoor spaces across central Alabama. As experts in land clearing, excavation, grading, landscaping, and drainage solutions, Southern Dirt LLC caters to a diverse range of clients, from homeowners and developers to commercial property owners. Our skilled professionals utilize cutting-edge equipment and ensure each project is completed efficiently, safely, and with lasting results. Our clients value our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, making Southern Dirt LLC a preferred partner in land development.

"Great hard working men"

Phil H on November 2024


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Chuy's Hardscape LLC
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Chuy's Hardscape LLC
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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265 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in hardscaping services; 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!

"Excellent and professional work. I would most certainly use them again."

Cleo G on March 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in hardscaping services; 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!

"Excellent and professional work. I would most certainly use them again."

Cleo G on March 2025


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Pro 1 Concrete Contractor Co. LLC
181 Hunters Lake Dr
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Pro 1 Concrete Contractor Co. LLC
181 Hunters Lake Dr
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1463 local quotes requested
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Specializing in concrete! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The contractor was pleasant, helpful, and completed the work on time. The driveway looks great! We will hire again in the near future."

Evelyn D on May 2025

Specializing in concrete! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The contractor was pleasant, helpful, and completed the work on time. The driveway looks great! We will hire again in the near future."

Evelyn D on May 2025


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W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
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W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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726 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; 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!

"W and C Sullivan Properties provided great service. We hired them for a backyard landscaping project that included installing a french drain, connecting downspouts, and adding river rock and stone edging to multiple flowerbeds. The response time was prompt when scheduling and coming out to provide the estimate, communication was great throughout the project, and the price was reasonable. Will and his crew completed the job quickly in 2 days, were very professional, neat, and cleaned up after themselves. We are very pleased with the outcome and would recommend working with them."

Eldrick T on June 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; 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!

"W and C Sullivan Properties provided great service. We hired them for a backyard landscaping project that included installing a french drain, connecting downspouts, and adding river rock and stone edging to multiple flowerbeds. The response time was prompt when scheduling and coming out to provide the estimate, communication was great throughout the project, and the price was reasonable. Will and his crew completed the job quickly in 2 days, were very professional, neat, and cleaned up after themselves. We are very pleased with the outcome and would recommend working with them."

Eldrick T on June 2025


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Beton Enterprises LLC
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Beton Enterprises LLC
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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2 years of experience

Concrete Finishing driveway, Patio, Retaining wall, slabs, Sidewalks, Demo of Concrete I have been in the construction industry for over 25 years and we are committed to delivering the best services

"Great! Price was the best of the estimates I got. Job was done in a few days. Cleaned the site up when done and the pad looks great. I would definitely hire them again!"

Don M on January 2025

Concrete Finishing driveway, Patio, Retaining wall, slabs, Sidewalks, Demo of Concrete I have been in the construction industry for over 25 years and we are committed to delivering the best services

"Great! Price was the best of the estimates I got. Job was done in a few days. Cleaned the site up when done and the pad looks great. I would definitely hire them again!"

Don M on January 2025


Thompson Manufacturing Inc
1350 AL HWY 71
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Thompson Manufacturing Inc
1350 AL HWY 71
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55 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated business that carry a complete line of office, janitorial, safety and cleaning supplies for home, office, work, schools, churches etc. We are also have a janitorial cleaning service with references in stripping and waxing, carpet and tile cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, car detailing etc. I like to tell people " We keep you clean"

We are a family owned and operated business that carry a complete line of office, janitorial, safety and cleaning supplies for home, office, work, schools, churches etc. We are also have a janitorial cleaning service with references in stripping and waxing, carpet and tile cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, car detailing etc. I like to tell people " We keep you clean"


Waters Edge Construction Inc
106 Moncrief Rd
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Waters Edge Construction Inc
106 Moncrief Rd
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29 years of experience

I am a licensed Alabama General Contractor with 30 years experience. Our quality of craftsmanship sets us apart from the rest of the field. We can do all or any part of your residential construction project. We also own and operate our own cabinet company so if you need a remodel job or custom sized cabinets of any type then we are probably the one you need for your job for a smooth running project.

I am a licensed Alabama General Contractor with 30 years experience. Our quality of craftsmanship sets us apart from the rest of the field. We can do all or any part of your residential construction project. We also own and operate our own cabinet company so if you need a remodel job or custom sized cabinets of any type then we are probably the one you need for your job for a smooth running project.


CJ'S Home Improvement and Lawn Services
County Road 51
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CJ'S Home Improvement and Lawn Services
County Road 51
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27 years of experience

Highly professional home improvement and lawn service business. We offer a wide range of services to home owners and businesses. We can build or fix any problems that may exist in the home or business. We also can beautify any lawn. We are licensed professionals with over 15 years of experience. Charles Boykin Jr. is the owner and I have ten employees.

Highly professional home improvement and lawn service business. We offer a wide range of services to home owners and businesses. We can build or fix any problems that may exist in the home or business. We also can beautify any lawn. We are licensed professionals with over 15 years of experience. Charles Boykin Jr. is the owner and I have ten employees.


Rickey Hilburn Construction
1951 State Highway 132
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Rickey Hilburn Construction
1951 State Highway 132
No reviews
35 years of experience

We have a self-owned company with locally trained employees. All of my guys are trained to do every part of a complete home. We usually require no money down until the job is satisfactory to you. We do every part of the home building. We specialize in additions, handicapped tile showers, all types of flooring, kitchen remodelings, vinyl sidings, porches and decks, and shingle or metal roofs. We can even pour your sidewalks and concrete driveways or just do a simple painting job. We also do EPDM rubber roofs on commercial buildings. We do all part of your commercial or residential job. We also give free estimates.

We have a self-owned company with locally trained employees. All of my guys are trained to do every part of a complete home. We usually require no money down until the job is satisfactory to you. We do every part of the home building. We specialize in additions, handicapped tile showers, all types of flooring, kitchen remodelings, vinyl sidings, porches and decks, and shingle or metal roofs. We can even pour your sidewalks and concrete driveways or just do a simple painting job. We also do EPDM rubber roofs on commercial buildings. We do all part of your commercial or residential job. We also give free estimates.

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FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Talladega, AL

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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