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Avatar for Cornman Concrete and Paving
Cornman Concrete and Paving
417 S Baltimore St
4.95(
21
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Cornman Concrete and Paving
417 S Baltimore St
4.95(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

Cornman Concrete and Paving 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. Cornman Concrete and Paving 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!

"Jeff and his team are second to none. They are professional, courteous, and accommodating. They did a fantastic job on our driveway and sidewalk, battling 50 year old tree roots along the way. I HIGHLY recommend them!"

Michael C on June 2024

Cornman Concrete and Paving 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. Cornman Concrete and Paving 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!

"Jeff and his team are second to none. They are professional, courteous, and accommodating. They did a fantastic job on our driveway and sidewalk, battling 50 year old tree roots along the way. I HIGHLY recommend them!"

Michael C on June 2024


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Perfection Construction, LLC
3191 Sky Top Trail
4.97(
16
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Perfection Construction, LLC
3191 Sky Top Trail
4.97(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 local quotes requested

Here at Perfect Construction, LLC, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jerome and team provided fast and professional services. The 18x18 patio was completed in two days. Highly recommend them for your project. By far the fairest priced contractor for the job."

Jerry B on July 2024

Here at Perfect Construction, LLC, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jerome and team provided fast and professional services. The 18x18 patio was completed in two days. Highly recommend them for your project. By far the fairest priced contractor for the job."

Jerry B on July 2024


Rhinesmith Masonry
1940 Landvater Road
4.75(
7
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Rhinesmith Masonry
1940 Landvater Road
4.75(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

Rhinesmith Masonry 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 arrived on time & completed the job in a timely manner."

pat m on July 2016

Rhinesmith Masonry 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 arrived on time & completed the job in a timely manner."

pat m on July 2016


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Earthworkers Landscaping
9160 Allentown Blvd
4.86(
7
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Earthworkers Landscaping
9160 Allentown Blvd
4.86(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
236 local quotes requested

At Earthworkers Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We will take care of ALL your lawn care and landscaping needs. We've been in business since 2002. Ask us about our weekly service! We look forward to working with you!

"New landscaping beds cut and mulched, existing overgrown shrubbery trimmed, window wells installed."

Leanne M on March 2021

At Earthworkers Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We will take care of ALL your lawn care and landscaping needs. We've been in business since 2002. Ask us about our weekly service! We look forward to working with you!

"New landscaping beds cut and mulched, existing overgrown shrubbery trimmed, window wells installed."

Leanne M on March 2021


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Environmental Concepts Landscaping LLC
25 Pleasant View Dr
4.87(
102
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Environmental Concepts Landscaping LLC
25 Pleasant View Dr
4.87(
102
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
995 local quotes requested

Owned and operated by Brent Cummins. Brent has an associates degree in landscape design and nursery management. ECL is a licensed Pennsylvania contractor and a grower of native and fine ornamental nursery stock. We occasionally use subcontractors and currently employ 14 employees. Our PA trades license number is PA033245. ECL practices eco-friendly sustainability through the use of organic fertilizers, soil conditioners, and composts. We also offer organic insect, fungus, and weed control options. In recent years, we have even began to use bio-fuels in our vehicles equipment to reduce our carbon footprint.

"Fantastic service and they were able to book many neighbors!"

Darrel S on October 2024

Owned and operated by Brent Cummins. Brent has an associates degree in landscape design and nursery management. ECL is a licensed Pennsylvania contractor and a grower of native and fine ornamental nursery stock. We occasionally use subcontractors and currently employ 14 employees. Our PA trades license number is PA033245. ECL practices eco-friendly sustainability through the use of organic fertilizers, soil conditioners, and composts. We also offer organic insect, fungus, and weed control options. In recent years, we have even began to use bio-fuels in our vehicles equipment to reduce our carbon footprint.

"Fantastic service and they were able to book many neighbors!"

Darrel S on October 2024


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Logan's Landscaping
Serving
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Logan's Landscaping
Serving
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19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Logan's Landscaping is your premier partner for exceptional landscaping and hardscaping services in Bainbridge, Elizabethtown, Hershey, and surrounding areas. We specialize in transforming outdoor spaces with our expert landscaping, innovative hardscaping, and stunning landscape lighting solutions. Dedicated to enhancing your property's aesthetic and functionality, we bring unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project. Trust Logan's Landscaping to create your perfect outdoor oasis.

Logan's Landscaping is your premier partner for exceptional landscaping and hardscaping services in Bainbridge, Elizabethtown, Hershey, and surrounding areas. We specialize in transforming outdoor spaces with our expert landscaping, innovative hardscaping, and stunning landscape lighting solutions. Dedicated to enhancing your property's aesthetic and functionality, we bring unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project. Trust Logan's Landscaping to create your perfect outdoor oasis.


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J&C Landscaping, LLC
5.00(
1
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J&C Landscaping, LLC
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
248 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a landscaping contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Jon and his staff are knowledgeable, responsive and professional. I've used J &C Landscaping for many jobs over the years and have been 100% satisfied with each and every service. When you want it done right, look no further!"

shannon w on May 2024

Our mission is to be a landscaping contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Jon and his staff are knowledgeable, responsive and professional. I've used J &C Landscaping for many jobs over the years and have been 100% satisfied with each and every service. When you want it done right, look no further!"

shannon w on May 2024


Hoffman Landscaping
9 Westminster Shopping Ctr
4.70(
74
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Approved Pro
Hoffman Landscaping
9 Westminster Shopping Ctr
4.70(
74
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
209 local quotes requested

Hoffman Landscaping is a family owned business. We have been operating for over 25 years. We are large enough to take care of all of your landscaping projects, yet we are small enough to give you the personalized service you deserve. Located in central Maryland, we service all of Baltimore, Carroll, Fredrick, and Howard Counties as well as the south central portion of Pennsylvania. We have, over the years built a strong reputation for quality work that is expressed through our many satisfied customers whom many are more than willing to give us a referral. We believe that all good work starts with a strong foundation, and that is where we begin. Whether we are in the design phase, or laying the foundation of a paver patio we will go above and beyond to make sure your project is planned out step by step and completed the right way the first time.

"Very Well, team extremely competent and great problem solvers / multi-taskers. Highly recommend, just dont call until AFTER i have the second portion of our project done...lol..."

Ian G on May 2024

Hoffman Landscaping is a family owned business. We have been operating for over 25 years. We are large enough to take care of all of your landscaping projects, yet we are small enough to give you the personalized service you deserve. Located in central Maryland, we service all of Baltimore, Carroll, Fredrick, and Howard Counties as well as the south central portion of Pennsylvania. We have, over the years built a strong reputation for quality work that is expressed through our many satisfied customers whom many are more than willing to give us a referral. We believe that all good work starts with a strong foundation, and that is where we begin. Whether we are in the design phase, or laying the foundation of a paver patio we will go above and beyond to make sure your project is planned out step by step and completed the right way the first time.

"Very Well, team extremely competent and great problem solvers / multi-taskers. Highly recommend, just dont call until AFTER i have the second portion of our project done...lol..."

Ian G on May 2024


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Latched Landscaping & Mowing
94 Ashley Dr
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Latched Landscaping & Mowing
94 Ashley Dr
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
629 local quotes requested

Specializing in Landscaping, Lawn & Yard Work! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule your free estimate today!(hours will be full time when booking start to get full!!)

"Great job!"

Wendell J on July 2024

Specializing in Landscaping, Lawn & Yard Work! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule your free estimate today!(hours will be full time when booking start to get full!!)

"Great job!"

Wendell J on July 2024


RCM Paving
Matthew Flocco Drive
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
RCM Paving
Matthew Flocco Drive
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
579 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in parking lots, road ways, driveways, concrete, and asphalt 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!

"It went great. Richard Mort was very professional from the estimate through completion. His price wasn’t the lowest but it was the most detailed quote and he provided references with pictures which no one else provided. His crew was amazing to watch as everyone knew their jobs and worked together. I would absolutely recommend this company."

john G on June 2022

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in parking lots, road ways, driveways, concrete, and asphalt 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!

"It went great. Richard Mort was very professional from the estimate through completion. His price wasn’t the lowest but it was the most detailed quote and he provided references with pictures which no one else provided. His crew was amazing to watch as everyone knew their jobs and worked together. I would absolutely recommend this company."

john G on June 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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