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M & G Landscaping & Roofing

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M & G Landscaping & Roofing

4.76(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I offer my gardening and Roofing services, if you have a quote, please let me know, I will give you a good estimate at my number 51 54 19 8455. 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. 5154198455 Fernando

"They were wonderful. They came with 2 large mowers to mow my 3 acres. Then they mulched all my leaves. They went above my expectations. I will bring them to work, without doubt. Hire them, you will be glad you did!!!!!"

Edie L on November 2025

I offer my gardening and Roofing services, if you have a quote, please let me know, I will give you a good estimate at my number 51 54 19 8455. 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. 5154198455 Fernando

"They were wonderful. They came with 2 large mowers to mow my 3 acres. Then they mulched all my leaves. They went above my expectations. I will bring them to work, without doubt. Hire them, you will be glad you did!!!!!"

Edie L on November 2025


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Titan Excavating, LLC

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Titan Excavating, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.

"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

John B on September 2025

Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.

"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

John B on September 2025


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Beeler Lawn & Landscape, LLC

4.97(
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Beeler Lawn & Landscape, LLC

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Hello! At Beeler Lawn & Landscape we help bring your outdoor projects to life. We're a locally owned and operated lawn and landscaping company. We offer a wide array of outdoor services, including but not limited to: patios, retaining walls, rock installation, mulch, ground clearing, yard cleanup, finish grading, excavation, drainage, and more! Problem-solving is our specialty and no job is too big or small! We work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to helping you bring your outdoor project to life. Serving Central Iowa.

"One of our concerns was finding another individual who is like-minded and cares about the project. (Richard and his co-workers were especially aware of details and our property by taking special care to prevent undue damage. Beeler Lawn and Landscape paid attention to detail, were thoughtful, considerate and punctual. If we had to do it again, we would hire Beeler Lawn and Landscape without a moments hesitation. Our thanks to Richard and company for a job well done!"

Gary G on July 2024

Hello! At Beeler Lawn & Landscape we help bring your outdoor projects to life. We're a locally owned and operated lawn and landscaping company. We offer a wide array of outdoor services, including but not limited to: patios, retaining walls, rock installation, mulch, ground clearing, yard cleanup, finish grading, excavation, drainage, and more! Problem-solving is our specialty and no job is too big or small! We work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to helping you bring your outdoor project to life. Serving Central Iowa.

"One of our concerns was finding another individual who is like-minded and cares about the project. (Richard and his co-workers were especially aware of details and our property by taking special care to prevent undue damage. Beeler Lawn and Landscape paid attention to detail, were thoughtful, considerate and punctual. If we had to do it again, we would hire Beeler Lawn and Landscape without a moments hesitation. Our thanks to Richard and company for a job well done!"

Gary G on July 2024


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ReForm Total Fix and Finish

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ReForm Total Fix and Finish

5.00(
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Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

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!

"This company was very prompt and did a great job! Robert was very friendly and got right to work, telling us what he was going to do ahead of time. He finished the work with an excellent result! "

Pat L on December 2025

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!

"This company was very prompt and did a great job! Robert was very friendly and got right to work, telling us what he was going to do ahead of time. He finished the work with an excellent result! "

Pat L on December 2025


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The Junkers, LLC

5.00(
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The Junkers, LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

The Junkers, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated.

"He did great! I would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a good and efficient service."

Sunday T on September 2025

The Junkers, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated.

"He did great! I would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a good and efficient service."

Sunday T on September 2025


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4 Corners Remodeling & Construction, LLC

5.00(
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4 Corners Remodeling & Construction, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Matt 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.

"We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt on a home improvement project and we couldn't be happier with the results. His attention to detail is impeccable— from the framing to the wider steps and even the rounded corners, every aspect was handled with care. Matt completed the work promptly and communication throughout the process was perfect. Thanks Matt."

Joshua L on April 2024

Matt 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.

"We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt on a home improvement project and we couldn't be happier with the results. His attention to detail is impeccable— from the framing to the wider steps and even the rounded corners, every aspect was handled with care. Matt completed the work promptly and communication throughout the process was perfect. Thanks Matt."

Joshua L on April 2024


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Colby's Lawn and Landscape

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Colby's Lawn and Landscape

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13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company. The qualify of our work stands out! We treat all our customers like family! We warranty our work up to four years depending on job (please ask for details). Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Colby's Lawn and Landscape, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your landscape and concrete needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

We are a locally owned and operated company. The qualify of our work stands out! We treat all our customers like family! We warranty our work up to four years depending on job (please ask for details). Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Colby's Lawn and Landscape, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your landscape and concrete needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.



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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.


"We had such an amazing experience with this company. Chris did an amazing job on power washing and staining our basement floor. - Quick AND cost-friendly estimate - Fast response and communication time - Did EXACTLY what we wanted in the picture we sent him - Texted us every step of the project timeline - Got the project done in less than 48 hours We will be using this company again, and can guarantee you will be satisfied if you go with them! Thank you!"

Samantha D on June 2024

Anything concrete Concrete driveways Patios Steps Colored decorative concrete New construction basements , garages. Additional phone number - (515) 208-7415

"We had such an amazing experience with this company. Chris did an amazing job on power washing and staining our basement floor. - Quick AND cost-friendly estimate - Fast response and communication time - Did EXACTLY what we wanted in the picture we sent him - Texted us every step of the project timeline - Got the project done in less than 48 hours We will be using this company again, and can guarantee you will be satisfied if you go with them! Thank you!"

Samantha D on June 2024

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Railroad ties can be good for retaining walls, but it depends on the area. They have a desirable rustic look and are durable. The problem is they’re treated with creosote, a preservative the EPA says poses a risk to humans and wildlife. Over time, the preservative seeps out of the wood and into the ground. Many areas have banned the use of creosote-treated wood on residential properties. If your area does allow it, never use railroad ties near an edible garden or drinking water source. Instead, use wood that’s treated with an EPA-approved preservative or a wood-alternative composite material.

Options include concrete, stone, brick, and wood, tailored for specific design needs.

DIY is possible for small projects. Professional installation ensures structural integrity and durability for larger walls.

Vinyl retaining walls are often the least expensive type of retaining wall, at $10 to $15 per square foot. This budget-friendly material is lightweight and durable, but it doesn’t have many decorative options. Untreated timber and railroad ties are the next step up, and start at $15 to $25 per square foot, respectively. High-end steel or natural stone tend to be the least wallet-friendly, but they’re extremely durable and come with a high-end look.

Generally, a railroad tie retaining wall consisting of a single line of ties should be between 3 and 4 feet tall—and the height often tops out at around 6 feet. You can go taller, but you may need additional footings and reinforcements, including a second layer of railroad ties to support the added weight of the soil it’s holding back.

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