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SS Construction

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SS Construction

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Hello! We’re SS Construction, a trusted masonry company dedicated to delivering high-quality craftsmanship and reliable service on every project. With years of experience in brickwork, stonework, concrete, and repair, we take pride in building strong, beautiful, and long-lasting results for our customers. Whether you need new construction, restoration, or custom masonry design, we handle each job with attention to detail and professionalism. Our goal is simple — to exceed your expectations with honest communication, fair pricing, and quality work that stands the test of time. No project is too big or too small — we treat every client like family. Contact us today to bring your vision to life!

Hello! We’re SS Construction, a trusted masonry company dedicated to delivering high-quality craftsmanship and reliable service on every project. With years of experience in brickwork, stonework, concrete, and repair, we take pride in building strong, beautiful, and long-lasting results for our customers. Whether you need new construction, restoration, or custom masonry design, we handle each job with attention to detail and professionalism. Our goal is simple — to exceed your expectations with honest communication, fair pricing, and quality work that stands the test of time. No project is too big or too small — we treat every client like family. Contact us today to bring your vision to life!


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Total Paving and Brick Services, Inc

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Total Paving and Brick Services, Inc

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Customers say: Terrific value
331 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Responsive, efficient, and effective professional services setting the bar high for excellence. We provide residential asphalt paving, brick paving, and concrete paving services to the Northern Illinois suburbs and some of North Chicagoland.

"CRACKS, CRACKS CRACKS !!!My brand new ten month old driveway from Total Paving is a bunch of CRACKS!!! The cracks are growing longer and wider and new ones are forming all over my driveway- down the center of the whole driveway, along the sides and in between. The owner of Total paving George Lozada even noted on an invoice that “a notable amount of cracking , which is not typical for a year old driveway , has become an issue that may not be resolved by typical repair methods”However, he would not redo the driveway which is under WARRANTY unless I hired a soil Expert and agreed to pay for the dig up of the old driveway undercutting and new asphalt which was going to be the case as asking for a driveway without cracks was opening a can of worms . I already paid 11,589 and am not going pay for a redo .The Total Paving says they Guarantee an esthetically complete driveway that shows off its quality through its beauty”- that is Not my Cracked driveway! Total Paving website states “our commitment to you is to provide a strong and durable pavement that us functional , reliable for years to come “ - that is Not my Cracked driveway.Total Paving website states “the proper steps are taken to install a driveway that lasts “-that us not my Cracked driveway! Whether it was improper base,( which I have pictures when they widened my driveway on the cracked side they never added any rocks or base the day of installation)wet base, the asphalt material or installation workmanship something went wrong that day and my driveway from Total Paving is horribly Cracked!"

Sheryl S on August 2023

Responsive, efficient, and effective professional services setting the bar high for excellence. We provide residential asphalt paving, brick paving, and concrete paving services to the Northern Illinois suburbs and some of North Chicagoland.

"CRACKS, CRACKS CRACKS !!!My brand new ten month old driveway from Total Paving is a bunch of CRACKS!!! The cracks are growing longer and wider and new ones are forming all over my driveway- down the center of the whole driveway, along the sides and in between. The owner of Total paving George Lozada even noted on an invoice that “a notable amount of cracking , which is not typical for a year old driveway , has become an issue that may not be resolved by typical repair methods”However, he would not redo the driveway which is under WARRANTY unless I hired a soil Expert and agreed to pay for the dig up of the old driveway undercutting and new asphalt which was going to be the case as asking for a driveway without cracks was opening a can of worms . I already paid 11,589 and am not going pay for a redo .The Total Paving says they Guarantee an esthetically complete driveway that shows off its quality through its beauty”- that is Not my Cracked driveway! Total Paving website states “our commitment to you is to provide a strong and durable pavement that us functional , reliable for years to come “ - that is Not my Cracked driveway.Total Paving website states “the proper steps are taken to install a driveway that lasts “-that us not my Cracked driveway! Whether it was improper base,( which I have pictures when they widened my driveway on the cracked side they never added any rocks or base the day of installation)wet base, the asphalt material or installation workmanship something went wrong that day and my driveway from Total Paving is horribly Cracked!"

Sheryl S on August 2023


"We had them redo a Frankenstein-esque back patio that came with the house, and added in a walkway to the side sidewalk and a new magnolia tree with a planter. The work took longer than either of us expected, but that is most likely due to their relatively small size. I don’t mind helping out small, local businesses, and these folks are certainly worthy. They did an excellent job and a reasonable price."

Steven G on July 2025

Transform your outdoor space with Foremost Landscape Inc. Our expert team specializes in creating stunning landscapes and hardscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today to bring your dream garden to life.

"We had them redo a Frankenstein-esque back patio that came with the house, and added in a walkway to the side sidewalk and a new magnolia tree with a planter. The work took longer than either of us expected, but that is most likely due to their relatively small size. I don’t mind helping out small, local businesses, and these folks are certainly worthy. They did an excellent job and a reasonable price."

Steven G on July 2025


Flawless Landscapes

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Flawless Landscapes

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

Transform your outdoor space with Flawless Landscapes. Our expert team in Chicago specializes in landscaping, creating stunning landscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today for a consultation!

"I highly recommend Flawless Landscaping for any landscaping needs. My outdoor space now looks stunning and is exactly what I had envisioned—if not better. I will certainly be using their services again for future projects!"

Luvisa D on August 2024

Transform your outdoor space with Flawless Landscapes. Our expert team in Chicago specializes in landscaping, creating stunning landscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today for a consultation!

"I highly recommend Flawless Landscaping for any landscaping needs. My outdoor space now looks stunning and is exactly what I had envisioned—if not better. I will certainly be using their services again for future projects!"

Luvisa D on August 2024


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Inspire Outdoor Living, Inc.

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Inspire Outdoor Living, Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience, Inspire Outdoor Living Inc., 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. Call us today!

"Inspire team did a phenomenal job. The workmanship and dedication of the team was outstanding. Highly recommended!"

Prabhu J on June 2025

With over 10 years of experience, Inspire Outdoor Living Inc., 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. Call us today!

"Inspire team did a phenomenal job. The workmanship and dedication of the team was outstanding. Highly recommended!"

Prabhu J on June 2025


ZAPATA'S LANDSCAPING, LLC

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ZAPATA'S LANDSCAPING, LLC

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

ZAPATA'S LANDSCAPING 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. We look forward to working with you!

"The set a schedule and knew this was a very important project that need professional attention. The cam out on fathers day with a full crew and completed the job 2 weeks ahead of schedule. They keep you informed at all times"

Dave M on July 2021

ZAPATA'S LANDSCAPING 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. We look forward to working with you!

"The set a schedule and knew this was a very important project that need professional attention. The cam out on fathers day with a full crew and completed the job 2 weeks ahead of schedule. They keep you informed at all times"

Dave M on July 2021


Turf Systems, Inc.

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Turf Systems, Inc.

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31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

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!


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Greenlight Design Group

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Greenlight Design Group

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

Greenlight Design Group is a family own and operated business. Here at Greenlight Design Group we specialize in landscape and hardscape design and installation. We take pride in what we do and treat all of your needs as if they were our own. Give us a call for a free estimate.

"Randy was so very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and helpful with our project! We had him do the finishing touches on our dream pool and surrounding space. He installed artificial turf, a decorative stone walkway and created multiple planting beds! Itâ s all more beautiful than I could have imagined! I am so happy with how it all turned out, I give him my highest recommendation!"

David C on May 2023

Greenlight Design Group is a family own and operated business. Here at Greenlight Design Group we specialize in landscape and hardscape design and installation. We take pride in what we do and treat all of your needs as if they were our own. Give us a call for a free estimate.

"Randy was so very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and helpful with our project! We had him do the finishing touches on our dream pool and surrounding space. He installed artificial turf, a decorative stone walkway and created multiple planting beds! Itâ s all more beautiful than I could have imagined! I am so happy with how it all turned out, I give him my highest recommendation!"

David C on May 2023


Landscaping Services

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Landscaping Services

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Landscaping 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.

"Always get a caught in riding."

Mel L on August 2022

Landscaping 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.

"Always get a caught in riding."

Mel L on August 2022


Big Timber Landscape Co.

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Big Timber Landscape Co.

4.81(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Big Timber Landscape Co., 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!

"Glen showed me a couple installations in my area and the work that I saw was excellent. The owners of their installed putting green on their property were pleased with the the results, and Glenâ  s flexibility in working with them. My putting green wonâ  t be installed until May of this year because of winter weather in Chicago area. My rating of work quality is not based on my incomplete property installation, but on the the installations that I saw. Bill W"

Bill W on January 2024

Big Timber Landscape Co., 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!

"Glen showed me a couple installations in my area and the work that I saw was excellent. The owners of their installed putting green on their property were pleased with the the results, and Glenâ  s flexibility in working with them. My putting green wonâ  t be installed until May of this year because of winter weather in Chicago area. My rating of work quality is not based on my incomplete property installation, but on the the installations that I saw. Bill W"

Bill W on January 2024

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

Sand and gravel are two suitable options for filling behind a retaining wall. If you’re building your own retaining wall, you’ll complete this part of the process—known as backfilling—after you finish laying the blocks. Make sure not to skip it—otherwise, you could wind up with drainage issues, which can cause your retaining wall to collapse.

The lifespan of a retaining wall varies based on its particular material, whether it was properly installed, how well it’s maintained, and your local climate. Concrete, stone, and brick retaining walls last the longest, with concrete lasting between 50 and 100 years on average. Brick tends to last the longest, with a minimum of one century, under the right conditions. 

Timber retaining walls can start to deteriorate at 20 years, depending on the wood quality, but in the best case, they can last 40 years. Pressure-treated wood retaining walls last 30 years on average.

Regular inspection for issues like cracks or leaning and ensuring drainage stays clear.

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.

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