We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. 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!
"Highly recommended! Professional work! They communicated well with us and completed the job when they said they would. Competitive pricing for the work that was done. We are overly joyed with the finished product and will hire them again for future projects. "
Joseph C on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. 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!
"Highly recommended! Professional work! They communicated well with us and completed the job when they said they would. Competitive pricing for the work that was done. We are overly joyed with the finished product and will hire them again for future projects. "
Joseph C on May 2025
With over eight years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of concrete projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Universal Construction Tasking a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"If you ever thought ?I need a concrete or landscaping guy?, then this is the guy. I have personally used Universal (Jose) for almost 5 years now between different builders. As our work relationship continues to grow, Jose?s team has continued to alter to field needs. They have installed just about anything concrete-related for us and it?s always been top notch. Their attention to detail and performance serves the ?customer first? thought process, along with their respectful communication and practices. We have and will continue working with Universal. Thank you Jose, for you and your team?s continued hard work! If you are looking for proof of work, there?s several subdivisions that this guy has helped build within the Nashville surrounding areas. Just ask!"
Tash T on May 2025
With over eight years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of concrete projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Universal Construction Tasking a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"If you ever thought ?I need a concrete or landscaping guy?, then this is the guy. I have personally used Universal (Jose) for almost 5 years now between different builders. As our work relationship continues to grow, Jose?s team has continued to alter to field needs. They have installed just about anything concrete-related for us and it?s always been top notch. Their attention to detail and performance serves the ?customer first? thought process, along with their respectful communication and practices. We have and will continue working with Universal. Thank you Jose, for you and your team?s continued hard work! If you are looking for proof of work, there?s several subdivisions that this guy has helped build within the Nashville surrounding areas. Just ask!"
Tash T on May 2025
All things Basementy! Basement Waterproofing, Basement Repair, Crawl Space Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation & Structural Repairs, Concrete Leveling, and Radon Mitigation. We can help improve your home and are committed to providing WOW customer service! We service Central Tennessee, Southwestern Kentucky, and Northern Alamaba.
"Pleasure to have them work on my home"
Darryl C on February 2024
All things Basementy! Basement Waterproofing, Basement Repair, Crawl Space Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation & Structural Repairs, Concrete Leveling, and Radon Mitigation. We can help improve your home and are committed to providing WOW customer service! We service Central Tennessee, Southwestern Kentucky, and Northern Alamaba.
"Pleasure to have them work on my home"
Darryl C on February 2024
Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"Bob Fuller was awesome I got the best and thorough explanation of what I need done to my new build."
Jonathan P on September 2024
Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"Bob Fuller was awesome I got the best and thorough explanation of what I need done to my new build."
Jonathan P on September 2024
We are a Christian based company that specializes in concrete finishing. We can assist with all of your concrete needs.
"The work was amazing. The price was definitely more than competitive. But like most contractors, you have to stay on top of the management and foreman, to ensure that they understand the scope and the details and are performing them as desired. I am extremely pleased with the work, but had to provide a lot of guidance and preventing of counter-suggestions from what it is I needed. That said, they were far more responsive than other family owned contractors that I had provide a quote.P"
Bruce C on April 2025
We are a Christian based company that specializes in concrete finishing. We can assist with all of your concrete needs.
"The work was amazing. The price was definitely more than competitive. But like most contractors, you have to stay on top of the management and foreman, to ensure that they understand the scope and the details and are performing them as desired. I am extremely pleased with the work, but had to provide a lot of guidance and preventing of counter-suggestions from what it is I needed. That said, they were far more responsive than other family owned contractors that I had provide a quote.P"
Bruce C on April 2025
I have been in the concrete business for 28 years in the Middle Tennessee area. We are a family owned and operated business who services private home owners as well as builders. We are a licensed and insured company.
"Fantastic experience with Steve Sale Concrete. They treated our property as carefully as their own, carefully finishing all details and designs. The crew of professionals were on time and polite, keeping the job site clean every day. First rate experience from a well-season and led team. If you need concrete services , you have to hire Steve Sale Concrete."
Mark T on March 2025
I have been in the concrete business for 28 years in the Middle Tennessee area. We are a family owned and operated business who services private home owners as well as builders. We are a licensed and insured company.
"Fantastic experience with Steve Sale Concrete. They treated our property as carefully as their own, carefully finishing all details and designs. The crew of professionals were on time and polite, keeping the job site clean every day. First rate experience from a well-season and led team. If you need concrete services , you have to hire Steve Sale Concrete."
Mark T on March 2025
With over 19yrs of professional experience, EL Zorro Concrete is family owned and operated! We are here to serve you and all of your concrete needs and we're never satisfied unless you are! We service the Middle TN area and offer free estimates and 10% off if you mention you heard of us through Angi. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!
"There were a of communication (or lack of on the part of the company) and scheduling issues. When the workers arrived they finished the project, but told me they didn’t have a truck to haul away the rubble. I was too tired to argue, so it was left for me to shovel and rake. Later, I noticed that the workers cut expansion joints but did not cut up to the house because they didn’t have the correct tool, so they just left it. I had to call for them to come back and finish it. They also chipped part of the concrete. When I pointed it out, I was told to just fill it with sealant, and it would be alright. The concrete slab is good, but I wouldn’t really recommend them. Too much hassle."
Will M on February 2024
With over 19yrs of professional experience, EL Zorro Concrete is family owned and operated! We are here to serve you and all of your concrete needs and we're never satisfied unless you are! We service the Middle TN area and offer free estimates and 10% off if you mention you heard of us through Angi. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!
"There were a of communication (or lack of on the part of the company) and scheduling issues. When the workers arrived they finished the project, but told me they didn’t have a truck to haul away the rubble. I was too tired to argue, so it was left for me to shovel and rake. Later, I noticed that the workers cut expansion joints but did not cut up to the house because they didn’t have the correct tool, so they just left it. I had to call for them to come back and finish it. They also chipped part of the concrete. When I pointed it out, I was told to just fill it with sealant, and it would be alright. The concrete slab is good, but I wouldn’t really recommend them. Too much hassle."
Will M on February 2024
Middle Tennessee septic installation and grading expert. With over 23 years of experience in excavating we offer many great services for your property, such as Septic System installation Top notch final grading Drainage Topsoil Driveway grading Land clearing Pool dig Backfilling Trenching Large landscape projects Brush cutting And much more Give our licensed and insure professionals a call today to get your next job scheduled . Free estimates
"Justin Morris was very professional and knowledgeable. He was amazing at communication and the work was performed in a very timely manner. My drieway entrance looks great and I would definitely use him for future projects or recommend him to others."
Martha P on March 2025
Middle Tennessee septic installation and grading expert. With over 23 years of experience in excavating we offer many great services for your property, such as Septic System installation Top notch final grading Drainage Topsoil Driveway grading Land clearing Pool dig Backfilling Trenching Large landscape projects Brush cutting And much more Give our licensed and insure professionals a call today to get your next job scheduled . Free estimates
"Justin Morris was very professional and knowledgeable. He was amazing at communication and the work was performed in a very timely manner. My drieway entrance looks great and I would definitely use him for future projects or recommend him to others."
Martha P on March 2025
Rapid Response Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned and operated HVAC service company. We provide installation, maintenance and repair for a wide range of HVAC systems including air conditioning units of all makes, furnaces, water heaters, heat pumps, ductwork and air quality services. We consider it a privilege to have served Brentwood, TN and the surrounding areas for over 25 years.
"Timely, efficient, and did what they promised. I would use them again and recommend them as well!"
laura g on February 2025
Rapid Response Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned and operated HVAC service company. We provide installation, maintenance and repair for a wide range of HVAC systems including air conditioning units of all makes, furnaces, water heaters, heat pumps, ductwork and air quality services. We consider it a privilege to have served Brentwood, TN and the surrounding areas for over 25 years.
"Timely, efficient, and did what they promised. I would use them again and recommend them as well!"
laura g on February 2025
Green Scene Irrigation and landscaping is a local family owned and operated business. Our family began by serving Franklin, TN and surrounding areas in 1995. Starting with a single push mower and our drive to deliver beautiful and professional landscaping services throughout Williamson County we have grown to serve the entire Nashville metropolitan area. Our exceptional reputation for quality and timely service has helped us earn the loyalty of our customers. We deliver beautiful results by utilizing the latest materials and techniques to both residential and commercial properties. At Green Scene we characterize ourselves by providing top quality, extraordinarily creative, and visually striking projects. Our company takes into consideration your ideas, your problems, and also your budget to put together a unique project solution. Together we will create a project that you will enjoy for years to come.
"Green Scene installed a paver patio in January of 2022. Although the patio itself does look good, I could not recommend them for other projects. The Good: The basic patio installation was done quickly and the patio itself does look good. The Bad: Terrible communication from start to finish with the office. After we selected them for the project entirely because they were available before anyone else, I had to debate with them to get them to follow through on the promised start date (eventually they did start and finish the patio itself within the promised timeline). As soon as they got paid, they became even slower to respond and never came back to finish some of simple final touches to work that had been promised (burying a water runoff drain they installed, adding dirt and sod around the patio where paver edging is 4 inches above the ground). They also did not move irrigation lines as promised and multiple sprinkler zones now need to be repaired. After 3+ months of following up to get them to complete these finishing touches, I have given up."
Lee K on May 2022
Green Scene Irrigation and landscaping is a local family owned and operated business. Our family began by serving Franklin, TN and surrounding areas in 1995. Starting with a single push mower and our drive to deliver beautiful and professional landscaping services throughout Williamson County we have grown to serve the entire Nashville metropolitan area. Our exceptional reputation for quality and timely service has helped us earn the loyalty of our customers. We deliver beautiful results by utilizing the latest materials and techniques to both residential and commercial properties. At Green Scene we characterize ourselves by providing top quality, extraordinarily creative, and visually striking projects. Our company takes into consideration your ideas, your problems, and also your budget to put together a unique project solution. Together we will create a project that you will enjoy for years to come.
"Green Scene installed a paver patio in January of 2022. Although the patio itself does look good, I could not recommend them for other projects. The Good: The basic patio installation was done quickly and the patio itself does look good. The Bad: Terrible communication from start to finish with the office. After we selected them for the project entirely because they were available before anyone else, I had to debate with them to get them to follow through on the promised start date (eventually they did start and finish the patio itself within the promised timeline). As soon as they got paid, they became even slower to respond and never came back to finish some of simple final touches to work that had been promised (burying a water runoff drain they installed, adding dirt and sod around the patio where paver edging is 4 inches above the ground). They also did not move irrigation lines as promised and multiple sprinkler zones now need to be repaired. After 3+ months of following up to get them to complete these finishing touches, I have given up."
Lee K on May 2022
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.