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Retaining wall installers in Towaoc

Avatar for Hicks Stone
Hicks Stone
PO Box 1334
4.50(
2
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Approved Pro
Hicks Stone
PO Box 1334
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"He is very creative in his design and we were very happy with what he did!"

Gail and chuck E on August 2018

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"He is very creative in his design and we were very happy with what he did!"

Gail and chuck E on August 2018


Concrete Craft of Durango & Pagosa Springs
4656 County Road 302
3.64(
7
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Approved Pro
Concrete Craft of Durango & Pagosa Springs
4656 County Road 302
3.64(
7
)
Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Concrete Craft of Durango & Pagosa Springs 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.

"They were friendly, knowledgeable and did a great job"

Bonnie M on November 2024

Concrete Craft of Durango & Pagosa Springs 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.

"They were friendly, knowledgeable and did a great job"

Bonnie M on November 2024


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Rock Creek Excavation LLC
175 County Road 103
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Rock Creek Excavation LLC
175 County Road 103
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Rock Creek Excavation specializes in earthmoving services for a wide range of projects. From foundations and trenches to septic systems, land clearing, and site preparation for roads and infrastructure, we handle it all. No job is too big or too small - we're committed to delivering quality results with precision and efficiency.

Rock Creek Excavation specializes in earthmoving services for a wide range of projects. From foundations and trenches to septic systems, land clearing, and site preparation for roads and infrastructure, we handle it all. No job is too big or too small - we're committed to delivering quality results with precision and efficiency.


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Groundworks
2575 Highway 6 And 50
4.95(
20
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Approved Pro
Groundworks
2575 Highway 6 And 50
4.95(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across most of Western Colorado, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks 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 Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Blake, Dmarreo, and Jeremy delivered excellent service from start to finish. They were a pleasure to work with - friendly & professional, engaged, knowledgeable, and committed to their work. Initially, they identified issues with the job for us that we were able to resolve, and then completed the work on schedule. The finished work meets the engineer's specifications, the job site was left clean and orderly, and the final walk-through was not rushed but very thorough. The installed product repairs the foundation issue and increases the value of our home."

John Z on November 2024

Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across most of Western Colorado, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks 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 Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Blake, Dmarreo, and Jeremy delivered excellent service from start to finish. They were a pleasure to work with - friendly & professional, engaged, knowledgeable, and committed to their work. Initially, they identified issues with the job for us that we were able to resolve, and then completed the work on schedule. The finished work meets the engineer's specifications, the job site was left clean and orderly, and the final walk-through was not rushed but very thorough. The installed product repairs the foundation issue and increases the value of our home."

John Z on November 2024


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DFM Concrete, Inc.
PO Box 7357
4.20(
5
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DFM Concrete, Inc.
PO Box 7357
4.20(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
699 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Concrete business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"It went great & I was out of town when they came to do the concrete. They moved the patio furniture & my flower plants without hesitation. I highly recommend them. Great Job!"

datra g on October 2024

Concrete business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"It went great & I was out of town when they came to do the concrete. They moved the patio furniture & my flower plants without hesitation. I highly recommend them. Great Job!"

datra g on October 2024


Stoneworks Colorado
PO Box 321
No reviews
Stoneworks Colorado
PO Box 321
No reviews
37 years of experience

If you're looking for high quality and personal service, you've come to the right place. At Stoneworks Colorado we’ll give you the attention and personal service you'll come to expect and enjoy. Stoneworks Colorado is family-owned and operated right here in Colorado. Since our company opened its doors in 1988, we have treated every customer like they were a part of our family. Other companies may offer similar services, but our services are the best, and come with a personal touch.

If you're looking for high quality and personal service, you've come to the right place. At Stoneworks Colorado we’ll give you the attention and personal service you'll come to expect and enjoy. Stoneworks Colorado is family-owned and operated right here in Colorado. Since our company opened its doors in 1988, we have treated every customer like they were a part of our family. Other companies may offer similar services, but our services are the best, and come with a personal touch.


Gopher Irrigation & Landscaping, llc
6700 Highway 82 South
5.00(
1
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Gopher Irrigation & Landscaping, llc
6700 Highway 82 South
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Gopher Irrigation has provided the Roaring Fork Valley with outstanding lawn care and landscaping since 1999. Our customer service and quality of work are second to none in the valley. We offer seasonal contracts as well as one time lawn care services.

Gopher Irrigation has provided the Roaring Fork Valley with outstanding lawn care and landscaping since 1999. Our customer service and quality of work are second to none in the valley. We offer seasonal contracts as well as one time lawn care services.


Westward Enterprises
56440 Holly Rd
No reviews
Westward Enterprises
56440 Holly Rd
No reviews
32 years of experience

W.E. is a versital Excavation/Construction co. providing personalized service to property owners and managers for 18 years.We provide insight, scheduling options, timely execution of your project, regardless of lifes obsticals. Our mission is undeniable quality and 110% Owner satisfaction.

W.E. is a versital Excavation/Construction co. providing personalized service to property owners and managers for 18 years.We provide insight, scheduling options, timely execution of your project, regardless of lifes obsticals. Our mission is undeniable quality and 110% Owner satisfaction.


ASR Companies, Inc.
12540 West Cedar Drive
5.00(
2
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ASR Companies, Inc.
12540 West Cedar Drive
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

ASR Companies specializes in performing reconstruction, restoration and renovation services on occupied properties across the Western United States. Our clients include homeowners, homeowner associations, home builders, management companies, apartment owners, commercial property owners, engineers, architects, insurance companies, contractors, attorneys and government entities.

ASR Companies specializes in performing reconstruction, restoration and renovation services on occupied properties across the Western United States. Our clients include homeowners, homeowner associations, home builders, management companies, apartment owners, commercial property owners, engineers, architects, insurance companies, contractors, attorneys and government entities.


Turf Master Sod Farm
3327 N Giddings Rd
4.33(
6
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Turf Master Sod Farm
3327 N Giddings Rd
4.33(
6
)
Customers say: Quick response
53 years of experience

Turf Master Sod Farm is a family owned and operated Sod production business with locations in Colorado and Wyoming. We take pride in offering you a wide variety of Low water use specialty grasses as well as bluegrass and fescues. Turf Master is especially proud of the custom blends we’ve created to thrive in our harsh, arid climate. We are honored to have served both residential and commercial clients in Colorado, Wyoming, western Nebraska, eastern Utah, southern Montana and the Dakotas for over 40 years and look forward to continuing to serve our community by providing high quality, environmentally friendly sod for generations to come. Wyoming Location: 324 Ayers Rd. Wheatland, WY 82201; (866) 493-8311

"The services, from the sales rep Frank, (who cussed in front of my 3 year old, failed to respond to messages and walked off the job), to the unresponsive management and unreturned phone calls after an incomplete job leaves us without thousands of dollars and a horrible looking lawn. They did not finish the job nor offer to remediate, only stating we were “confrontational” after asking what they would do to fix the problems. Even if that was true (which it is not), the job we paid for is still not completed, confrontations or not, and that is what we paid for. New sod, not their opinions on how we handles our unhappiness with their lack of professionalism. They left an unfinished job with 100% of our money up front. They even broke our fence! Take it from us, do not do business with anyone who asks for all up front if the job isn’t complete. Sod was left out in sun on a pallet in 100 degree heat for 5+ hours dying before it was started to be installed, the ground was not properly prepped, and weeds and grass are now growing from underneath the new sod laid. They laid the sod in the wrong places. They left a mess, were unprofessional, disrespectful, and sadly did not operate in a Christian manner. We are having another local landscaper have to fix the problems, and they are shocked at the way our lawn was left by this company. Save your money and do business elsewhere. I guess turf masters does not care to help their customers. BBB will hear from us, as will Secretary of State and beyond. We are just shocked this is the way they operate."

Rachel D on August 2022

Turf Master Sod Farm is a family owned and operated Sod production business with locations in Colorado and Wyoming. We take pride in offering you a wide variety of Low water use specialty grasses as well as bluegrass and fescues. Turf Master is especially proud of the custom blends we’ve created to thrive in our harsh, arid climate. We are honored to have served both residential and commercial clients in Colorado, Wyoming, western Nebraska, eastern Utah, southern Montana and the Dakotas for over 40 years and look forward to continuing to serve our community by providing high quality, environmentally friendly sod for generations to come. Wyoming Location: 324 Ayers Rd. Wheatland, WY 82201; (866) 493-8311

"The services, from the sales rep Frank, (who cussed in front of my 3 year old, failed to respond to messages and walked off the job), to the unresponsive management and unreturned phone calls after an incomplete job leaves us without thousands of dollars and a horrible looking lawn. They did not finish the job nor offer to remediate, only stating we were “confrontational” after asking what they would do to fix the problems. Even if that was true (which it is not), the job we paid for is still not completed, confrontations or not, and that is what we paid for. New sod, not their opinions on how we handles our unhappiness with their lack of professionalism. They left an unfinished job with 100% of our money up front. They even broke our fence! Take it from us, do not do business with anyone who asks for all up front if the job isn’t complete. Sod was left out in sun on a pallet in 100 degree heat for 5+ hours dying before it was started to be installed, the ground was not properly prepped, and weeds and grass are now growing from underneath the new sod laid. They laid the sod in the wrong places. They left a mess, were unprofessional, disrespectful, and sadly did not operate in a Christian manner. We are having another local landscaper have to fix the problems, and they are shocked at the way our lawn was left by this company. Save your money and do business elsewhere. I guess turf masters does not care to help their customers. BBB will hear from us, as will Secretary of State and beyond. We are just shocked this is the way they operate."

Rachel D on August 2022

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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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