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Retaining wall installers in Wayland

Avatar for Y-N-J Landscaping, LLC
Y-N-J Landscaping, LLC
220 Garland St SE
5.00(
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Y-N-J Landscaping, LLC
220 Garland St SE
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Y-N-J Landscaping 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!

"Jose and his crew are great and efficient. Communication with me was top notch and transparent."

Emir A on March 2024

Y-N-J Landscaping 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!

"Jose and his crew are great and efficient. Communication with me was top notch and transparent."

Emir A on March 2024


DOUBLE A CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC
4573 17th St.
5.00(
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DOUBLE A CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC
4573 17th St.
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
5 years of experience

DOUBLE A CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC 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.

"was able to get to work almost immediately. Great work, fast and I liked the quality of work so much I had him come back to do a concrete slab for my driveway as well."

tim m on December 2024

DOUBLE A CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC 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.

"was able to get to work almost immediately. Great work, fast and I liked the quality of work so much I had him come back to do a concrete slab for my driveway as well."

tim m on December 2024


Manszewski Landscaping
1820 East Vedder Road
4.70(
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Manszewski Landscaping
1820 East Vedder Road
4.70(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 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!

"It was a great job done. Extremely happy with the work"

Susan Ann D on October 2020

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!

"It was a great job done. Extremely happy with the work"

Susan Ann D on October 2020


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Severinghaus Construction
556 Broadway St A1
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Severinghaus Construction
556 Broadway St A1
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

With years of experience, Severinghaus Construction 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.

"N/A"

Larry B on September 2021

With years of experience, Severinghaus Construction 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.

"N/A"

Larry B on September 2021


Avatar for Topland Construction, LLC
Topland Construction, LLC
350 Port Sheldon Street Southwest
5.00(
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Topland Construction, LLC
350 Port Sheldon Street Southwest
5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"The team came out to do a retaining wall for me, they got the entire project done (along with some tree removal) in about 2 days. They were really professional, and the machine set block they use looks great and at a great price!"

Brandon W on August 2023

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"The team came out to do a retaining wall for me, they got the entire project done (along with some tree removal) in about 2 days. They were really professional, and the machine set block they use looks great and at a great price!"

Brandon W on August 2023


Avatar for DownRiver Seasonal Services
DownRiver Seasonal Services
4703 Madison St
5.00(
1
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DownRiver Seasonal Services
4703 Madison St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

DownRiver Seasonal Services 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.

"Did a great job. He was prompt. Great experience. Great job with clean up. I am very happy with the project."

Rebecca H on April 2025

DownRiver Seasonal Services 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.

"Did a great job. He was prompt. Great experience. Great job with clean up. I am very happy with the project."

Rebecca H on April 2025


Avatar for De La Cruz Builders, LLC
De La Cruz Builders, LLC
07722 56th St
5.00(
15
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De La Cruz Builders, LLC
07722 56th St
5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

De La Cruz Builders LLC is committed to excellence 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.

"Yes they were quick and reliable."

alek r on April 2025

De La Cruz Builders LLC is committed to excellence 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.

"Yes they were quick and reliable."

alek r on April 2025


Avatar for Triple AAA Concrete, LLC
Triple AAA Concrete, LLC
950 28TH ST SE SUITE 104-3 BUILDING E #209
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Triple AAA Concrete, LLC
950 28TH ST SE SUITE 104-3 BUILDING E #209
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Triple AAA Concrete, LLC 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.

Triple AAA Concrete, LLC 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.


Avatar for Swinging Blades Lawn Care & Landscaping
Swinging Blades Lawn Care & Landscaping
3.00(
2
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Swinging Blades Lawn Care & Landscaping
3.00(
2
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Approved Pro
245 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"I asked for a quote owner came on Tuesday Feb. 28, 2023. We talked about what need to be done. He left still have not gotten a quote on the work. It is now Mar 6, 2023 a week later. No calls .. Sent emails. If I could have gave a zero i would."

Janet W on March 2023

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"I asked for a quote owner came on Tuesday Feb. 28, 2023. We talked about what need to be done. He left still have not gotten a quote on the work. It is now Mar 6, 2023 a week later. No calls .. Sent emails. If I could have gave a zero i would."

Janet W on March 2023


Verstrate Concrete & Construction
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Verstrate Concrete & Construction
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
155 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 15 years of experience handling all your Concrete jobs- driveways, sidewalks, patios, slabs, stamped and decorative concrete.

"Andrew was great! We needed a concrete slab put in our backyard, and he communicated well. The concrete slab is without flaw and he was priced fairly. I would highly recommend Andrew and team. He is a hard worker and pays attention to details."

Sam C on September 2024

Family owned business with over 15 years of experience handling all your Concrete jobs- driveways, sidewalks, patios, slabs, stamped and decorative concrete.

"Andrew was great! We needed a concrete slab put in our backyard, and he communicated well. The concrete slab is without flaw and he was priced fairly. I would highly recommend Andrew and team. He is a hard worker and pays attention to details."

Sam C on September 2024

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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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