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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

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As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.

As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.


Opperman Hardscape

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Opperman Hardscape

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Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
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25 years of experience

Opperman Hardscape is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 17 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Great to work with. Puts in time to make project look wonderful Works all the time answers questions keeps you imformed Wonderful people"

Daniel C on August 2024

Opperman Hardscape is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 17 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Great to work with. Puts in time to make project look wonderful Works all the time answers questions keeps you imformed Wonderful people"

Daniel C on August 2024


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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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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.


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Bs fencing

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Bs fencing

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We are a detail oriented group who also know how manage time well. We are capable of many different aspects of carpentry and fencing. We also can preform demolition and clean ups. There is not alot we can not preform. We have about 53 years of combined experience. Please do not hesitate to ask us anything.

We are a detail oriented group who also know how manage time well. We are capable of many different aspects of carpentry and fencing. We also can preform demolition and clean ups. There is not alot we can not preform. We have about 53 years of combined experience. Please do not hesitate to ask us anything.



HF Outdoor Services

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HF Outdoor Services

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Small excavation and landscaping company that focuses on providing quality services to coustomers. We specialize in: Driveways Foundation Hauling Landscaping Land Clearing

Small excavation and landscaping company that focuses on providing quality services to coustomers. We specialize in: Driveways Foundation Hauling Landscaping Land Clearing


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Boss Painting

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Boss Painting

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I really love painting, i could paint all day. i have always been the person family or friends call if they need some painting done because i am always quick to accept task & make sure i don't leave anything not completed & i make sure to not be messy & make the cleanest lines possible. i am always joking saying i have smart brush technology because i cut in very nicely. haha. i always take my time in a slow & steady fashion but seems to have always been most efficient in paint like jobs. i work diligently till i have finished the job completely because i know how stressful those types of projects can be for a homeowner. i try to make it as smooth as possible so taking on a new necessary project is enjoyable & breezy. (:

I really love painting, i could paint all day. i have always been the person family or friends call if they need some painting done because i am always quick to accept task & make sure i don't leave anything not completed & i make sure to not be messy & make the cleanest lines possible. i am always joking saying i have smart brush technology because i cut in very nicely. haha. i always take my time in a slow & steady fashion but seems to have always been most efficient in paint like jobs. i work diligently till i have finished the job completely because i know how stressful those types of projects can be for a homeowner. i try to make it as smooth as possible so taking on a new necessary project is enjoyable & breezy. (:


Escobar Renovation & Construction LLC

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Escobar Renovation & Construction LLC

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Escobar Renovation & Construction is a locally owned family business. We offer a wide range of services from painting, landscaping, kitchen and bath remodling, installation of new floors and windows.

Escobar Renovation & Construction is a locally owned family business. We offer a wide range of services from painting, landscaping, kitchen and bath remodling, installation of new floors and windows.


VMC-Vegetation Management Company

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VMC-Vegetation Management Company

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VMC provides worry free vegetation management services by focusing on the customer's needs and expectations. VMC is committed to providing the best vegetation management, and lawn care services that are deeply rooted in economic feasibility, safety, and ecological health.

VMC provides worry free vegetation management services by focusing on the customer's needs and expectations. VMC is committed to providing the best vegetation management, and lawn care services that are deeply rooted in economic feasibility, safety, and ecological health.


M.A.S.S Trucking & Construction, LLC

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M.A.S.S Trucking & Construction, LLC

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M.A.S.S Construction is a painting, landscaping, rough end and finished carpentry company. We are bonded and insured in Southern Illinois and metropolitan St. Louis area. We have years of experience in commercial and residential contracts. Graduates of Ranken Tech and Major Universities. Our landscaping abilities are second to none. We are courteous, attentive, and professional to say the least. Our mission is to give our customers the best service possible.

M.A.S.S Construction is a painting, landscaping, rough end and finished carpentry company. We are bonded and insured in Southern Illinois and metropolitan St. Louis area. We have years of experience in commercial and residential contracts. Graduates of Ranken Tech and Major Universities. Our landscaping abilities are second to none. We are courteous, attentive, and professional to say the least. Our mission is to give our customers the best service possible.

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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.

Generally speaking, a retaining wall should be between 3 and 4 feet high, depending on variables such as the wall-building material, the purpose of the retaining wall, and more. If you want your retaining wall to be taller than 4 feet, check with your local building ordinance office for the maximum allotment. You may also need a special permit for retaining walls over 4 feet tall.

If you don’t backfill a retaining wall—either at all or adequately enough—the wall won’t drain well, and water will be able to pass through it. Poor drainage will lead to a warped wall or a buildup of hydrostatic pressure, which can eventually collapse your retaining wall. If you have particularly sloped land, consult a structural engineer to ensure your hardscaping is adding value to your home.

Yes, you can use cinder blocks for many purposes, including retaining walls, foundations, garage walls, and fences. Building a cinder block retaining wall costs between $60 and $200 per linear foot, including materials and professional labor. For a 30-foot-long retaining wall, the cost ranges from $1,800 to $6,000.

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. Railroad ties are typically treated with creosote, which makes them much more durable than untreated wood. Though they last longer, they don’t last forever. For the most longevity, make sure your retaining wall has a sturdy base and steel reinforcements. You should also install drainage to direct water away from the wall.

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