Nichols Concrete Co 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. Please give us a call today!
"Job was done on time & at budget"
GREG S on April 2025
Nichols Concrete Co 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. Please give us a call today!
"Job was done on time & at budget"
GREG S on April 2025
SL Construction Services is a professional installer of brick, stone and concrete pavers for driveways, patios, pool decks, and much more!!! We use only the finest quality materials to create beautiful results for your home or business. You can trust our company to build a solidly paved foundation capable of withstanding Florida's unpredictable weather. We also do small paver repairs and pressure wash and sealer !. Call us for your free, no obligation quote on your paver project.
"DO NOT PAY Ernane Siqueira of SL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CORPORATION (Hanes City, Florida) until ALL the job is complete. We paid him $11,500 for a paver job and he never completed it. Several months after paying him in full, our firepit still remains unusable. He also never provided us with a receipt showing the job was paid in full and the warranty period. WHAT A SHAME THAT A MANS WORD AND A HAND SHAKE NO LONGER MEAN ANYTHING. We have given him numerous opportunities to complete the job but we always get an excuse and now we do not even get a response. We researched his company prior to hiring them and found the HOME ADVISOR endorsement. We relied on that endorsement but apparently that no longer carries the weight it used to. We are now forced to take further action resulting in hundreds of dollars in additional cost on our part. BUYER BEWARE! "
Tom E on June 2025
SL Construction Services is a professional installer of brick, stone and concrete pavers for driveways, patios, pool decks, and much more!!! We use only the finest quality materials to create beautiful results for your home or business. You can trust our company to build a solidly paved foundation capable of withstanding Florida's unpredictable weather. We also do small paver repairs and pressure wash and sealer !. Call us for your free, no obligation quote on your paver project.
"DO NOT PAY Ernane Siqueira of SL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CORPORATION (Hanes City, Florida) until ALL the job is complete. We paid him $11,500 for a paver job and he never completed it. Several months after paying him in full, our firepit still remains unusable. He also never provided us with a receipt showing the job was paid in full and the warranty period. WHAT A SHAME THAT A MANS WORD AND A HAND SHAKE NO LONGER MEAN ANYTHING. We have given him numerous opportunities to complete the job but we always get an excuse and now we do not even get a response. We researched his company prior to hiring them and found the HOME ADVISOR endorsement. We relied on that endorsement but apparently that no longer carries the weight it used to. We are now forced to take further action resulting in hundreds of dollars in additional cost on our part. BUYER BEWARE! "
Tom E on June 2025
Willies 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.
"I had the opportunity of hiring Willis concrete for my project of doing my patio and pool deck. Willie and his team showed up on time and the job was completed in the time frame, it was promised. The quality of work was excellent with close attention paid to detail . Communication from start to finish was very smooth so that the project was definitely stress-free. If you are looking for a professional reliable"
Victoria R on May 2025
Willies 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.
"I had the opportunity of hiring Willis concrete for my project of doing my patio and pool deck. Willie and his team showed up on time and the job was completed in the time frame, it was promised. The quality of work was excellent with close attention paid to detail . Communication from start to finish was very smooth so that the project was definitely stress-free. If you are looking for a professional reliable"
Victoria R on May 2025
Benchmark Pavers LLC 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. Benchmark Pavers LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Brien took our backyard from a rocky, sloped rock pit to a fantastic family play space. He gave us great ideas and was straightforward and transparent with suggestions and pricing. He was honest with feedback to our ideas, which was helpful because he got down to how we would use our spaces and what really mattered. He saved us so much money in the long run by changing our plans and spending a little more money? making a bigger patio, changing retaining wall dimensions and simplifying our designs. We spoke to a lot of contractors and Brien stood out! We hired Brien for another paver/walkway project after our backyard project. We would hire him again if he was still in Nashville! "
Kelly S on March 2025
Benchmark Pavers LLC 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. Benchmark Pavers LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Brien took our backyard from a rocky, sloped rock pit to a fantastic family play space. He gave us great ideas and was straightforward and transparent with suggestions and pricing. He was honest with feedback to our ideas, which was helpful because he got down to how we would use our spaces and what really mattered. He saved us so much money in the long run by changing our plans and spending a little more money? making a bigger patio, changing retaining wall dimensions and simplifying our designs. We spoke to a lot of contractors and Brien stood out! We hired Brien for another paver/walkway project after our backyard project. We would hire him again if he was still in Nashville! "
Kelly S on March 2025
Sunshine Brick Pavers has been a trusted name for over 20 years, offering top-notch paving services for homes and businesses. They specialize in everything from driveways and walkways to pool areas, patios, bench walls, and fire pits, creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces.
Sunshine Brick Pavers has been a trusted name for over 20 years, offering top-notch paving services for homes and businesses. They specialize in everything from driveways and walkways to pool areas, patios, bench walls, and fire pits, creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces.
Established in 2002, Alpha Foundations 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 the entire state of Florida & South Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. Alpha Foundations 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 Alpha Foundations, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"ASHTON DID A GREAT JOB, VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT HOW TO FIX THE ISSUE WITH DRIVEWAY , ALSO OFFERED A FEW DIFFERENT SOULUTIONS. WE WERE SO HAPPY WITH ASHTONS CUSTOMER SERVICE THAT WE HIRED HIS COMPANY TO DO THE JOB. WE HAVE NOT HAD JOB COMPLETED YET BUT VERY SATISFIED SO FAR. WILL DO A FOLLOW UP RATINGS WHEN JOB COMPLETED. NO GIMMICKS OR PRESSURE. JUST INFORMATION AND FREE QUOTE...."
Lori G on September 2024
Established in 2002, Alpha Foundations 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 the entire state of Florida & South Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. Alpha Foundations 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 Alpha Foundations, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"ASHTON DID A GREAT JOB, VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT HOW TO FIX THE ISSUE WITH DRIVEWAY , ALSO OFFERED A FEW DIFFERENT SOULUTIONS. WE WERE SO HAPPY WITH ASHTONS CUSTOMER SERVICE THAT WE HIRED HIS COMPANY TO DO THE JOB. WE HAVE NOT HAD JOB COMPLETED YET BUT VERY SATISFIED SO FAR. WILL DO A FOLLOW UP RATINGS WHEN JOB COMPLETED. NO GIMMICKS OR PRESSURE. JUST INFORMATION AND FREE QUOTE...."
Lori G on September 2024
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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"It went extremely well. Ismael very professional and all of his help were knowledgeable. Paid attention to detail in every aspect. Poured the slab, added a step go back door. Also pinned the slab to existing walls and stoop. Also put in pop up drain from downspout. Could not be more pleased with finished product."
Joseph K on February 2025
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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"It went extremely well. Ismael very professional and all of his help were knowledgeable. Paid attention to detail in every aspect. Poured the slab, added a step go back door. Also pinned the slab to existing walls and stoop. Also put in pop up drain from downspout. Could not be more pleased with finished product."
Joseph K on February 2025
LRE Foundation Repair has been Florida’s trusted foundation and concrete repair expert since 1989, with over 26,000 projects completed. We repair settling foundations, lift and level concrete, and repair and encapsulate crawl spaces. We also handle deep foundation solutions and soil stabilization. With over 35 years of experience, we offer free inspections, lifetime transferable warranties, and a satisfaction guarantee—so you can feel confident your home or property is protected.
"The company charged $4000 for a pop-up drainage system to prevent flooding in my stand-alone backyard office. When heavy rain came, it was apparent that the system in place was not working, and despite multiple emails, no one responded for six months. When they did, they sent workers out to do the same job that was already done. They also told me that the system in place would not work and should never have been placed and in the end, recommended I hire an irrigation company, stating that they are not an irrigation company and, when asked about a partial refund since the system placed did not work, they refused. In short, I cannot recommend this company. Poor work, poor customer service."
DONALD K on July 2024
LRE Foundation Repair has been Florida’s trusted foundation and concrete repair expert since 1989, with over 26,000 projects completed. We repair settling foundations, lift and level concrete, and repair and encapsulate crawl spaces. We also handle deep foundation solutions and soil stabilization. With over 35 years of experience, we offer free inspections, lifetime transferable warranties, and a satisfaction guarantee—so you can feel confident your home or property is protected.
"The company charged $4000 for a pop-up drainage system to prevent flooding in my stand-alone backyard office. When heavy rain came, it was apparent that the system in place was not working, and despite multiple emails, no one responded for six months. When they did, they sent workers out to do the same job that was already done. They also told me that the system in place would not work and should never have been placed and in the end, recommended I hire an irrigation company, stating that they are not an irrigation company and, when asked about a partial refund since the system placed did not work, they refused. In short, I cannot recommend this company. Poor work, poor customer service."
DONALD K on July 2024
We believe in every detail that goes into your outdoor living space. You will work closely with our designer to create the vision and functionality you want. We take your ideas and use our experience to bring your vision into life. Hardscaping is a great way to enhance the value of your home for years to come! Hardscaping is also a way to fix problems with drainage and foundation issues. We build patios, walkways, river beds, retaining walls and more. Our professional crews are highly skilled in creating unique designs to allow your hardscape and landscaping project to stand out from all the rest. And our team has the knowledge to know which plants and palm trees work best in our Florida climate to finalize your vision.
"Prestage Landscaping did a great job. They answered all of my questions and were easy to contact. Their quality of work is great !. I will be using them to do my front yard soon."
Sigman J on February 2024
We believe in every detail that goes into your outdoor living space. You will work closely with our designer to create the vision and functionality you want. We take your ideas and use our experience to bring your vision into life. Hardscaping is a great way to enhance the value of your home for years to come! Hardscaping is also a way to fix problems with drainage and foundation issues. We build patios, walkways, river beds, retaining walls and more. Our professional crews are highly skilled in creating unique designs to allow your hardscape and landscaping project to stand out from all the rest. And our team has the knowledge to know which plants and palm trees work best in our Florida climate to finalize your vision.
"Prestage Landscaping did a great job. They answered all of my questions and were easy to contact. Their quality of work is great !. I will be using them to do my front yard soon."
Sigman J on February 2024
Family owned business with over 8 years of experience handling all your Tree trimming, Hedge and shrub pruning, Pressure washing, Concrete Weeding Rock, Sod & Mulch Install and removal, Landscape Design, Hardscape & pavers, Palm tree trimming, Tree removal, Land clearing, Irrigation, French drain installation, Debris removal, Plants and Palm tree installation
"Both projects were completed exactly as I requested. The guys worked hard and cleaned up after they were done"
Jill G on August 2024
Family owned business with over 8 years of experience handling all your Tree trimming, Hedge and shrub pruning, Pressure washing, Concrete Weeding Rock, Sod & Mulch Install and removal, Landscape Design, Hardscape & pavers, Palm tree trimming, Tree removal, Land clearing, Irrigation, French drain installation, Debris removal, Plants and Palm tree installation
"Both projects were completed exactly as I requested. The guys worked hard and cleaned up after they were done"
Jill G on August 2024
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.